A woman with blonde hair wearing a vibrant blue dress with floral patterns, sitting on the floor with one leg bent and her hand behind her head, against a plain light background.
Logo of The Goddess Returning, resembling a transforming moon.

Hi, I’m Inga.

I’m so glad you are here.

Since more than two decades immersed in the world of global leadership advisory, I have the privilege of serving alongside some of the world’s most visionary leaders and organizations—guiding them to unlock innovation and contribute to economic growth across the Western world. My work as a trusted coach and development advisor is deeply rewarding, and I truly enjoy helping leaders shape the future.

But there is more to my story than boardrooms and business strategy. Beneath my professional path beats the heart of a Scorpio—intuitive, curious, and endlessly fascinated by the depth and mystery of human nature. Music, poetry, and mysticism have always been part of my personal tapestry. I have spent years exploring not only the most rigorous, science-backed leadership tools, but also the realms of soul, archetype, and authentic self. Through this, I know that real transformation happens when we honor every dimension of who we are.

Over time, I noticed a pattern: so many accomplished women—radiant, bright, and capable—struggled to truly lead as themselves in environments shaped by masculine norms. I know this tension intimately, both from my own journey and from walking beside extraordinary female leaders who were searching for something deeper.

That’s why I founded The Goddess Returning. My calling is to combine my corporate expertise with my intuitive, soulful approach, so that women like you don’t have to choose between success and authenticity—or deny any part of your power. Working with me is not about leaving behind what you’ve achieved, but about amplifying it with clarity, confidence, and alignment to your deepest truth.

If you’re ready to lead from a place of wholeness—where ancient feminine wisdom meets modern leadership—I’m devoted to walking that path with you. Together, we will create a new paradigm, tapping into innovative strategies and spiritual practices that have brought me joy, freedom, and fulfillment. I am honored to champion your journey, and committed to helping you discover the profound, sustainable impact of leading as your fullest self—in your organization and beyond.

  • Inga brings a rare deep inner wisdom and intuition to her work. Her ability to feel into another person and sense their power has helped me on many occasions. Her calm and serene presence immediately creates trust and allows you to drop deep into yourself and allows you to connect to the inner goddess in you.

    Brita Fernandez Schmidt

  • Meine Entwicklungsreise bei Frau Inga Hiltner hat mich über die vier Stufen „Wissen – Kompetenz – Identität – Motivation“ zu mehr Klarheit und zu einer nachhaltigen, positiven Veränderung und Eigenwahrnehmung geführt. Gemeinsam haben wir meine Werte, Ziele, Talente und Schwächen herausgearbeitet – zur Stärkung der eigenen Führungsaufgabe und -kompetenz. In einer sicheren Atmosphäre war Raum für Offenheit und Selbstreflexion - begleitet durch eine sehr gute methodische Kompetenz und Empathie.

    Birgit Schweiger-Pfannemüller

  • After meeting at a Neuroscience of Change program for coaches in 2020, I have been co-learning with Inga, meeting up virtually very regularly. She has studied and in her work practices deep human understanding including working with trauma. She is a very wise and gentle coach offering lovely insights, support and encouragement to those she coaches.

    Diane Norton

  • Inga is one of the most grounded and intuitive coaches I’ve had the pleasure knowing. She has an incredible ability to tune into her inner wisdom and meet people exactly where they are, creating a space that feels both safe and catalytic. Even though her specialty is business coaching, Inga brings a holistic lens to everything she does. She doesn’t just focus on goals—she helps people reconnect with what truly matters to them. Her calm presence, clarity, and quiet strength make her a truly unique force in any coaching space. Working with Inga has been inspiring. She’s not only deeply insightful, but also generous, thoughtful, and always anchored in authenticity.

    Jumana Hassan

  • Trauma-Informed Consulting & Coaching Certificate Program
  • The Collective Trauma Facilitator Training
  • Certificate of Completion titled 'The Neuroscience of Change' awarded to Inga Hiltner for attending 11 workshops, completed on January 8, 2021, with signatures from Laurens van Aarle and Joel Monk, co-founders of Coaches Rising.
  • Ancestral Healing Code Online Course
  • Connect, Restore, Reclaim Online Course