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Elevating Leadership, Strengthening Teams, and Transforming Organizations

True leadership isn’t just about results—it’s about building trust, navigating complexity, and fostering relationships that drive impact. It’s about showing up with clarity, confidence, and connection—and inspiring others to do the same.​ I believe that relational leadership is the key to transformation. When leaders cultivate self-awareness, foster trust, and lead with authenticity, they create cultures of collaboration and lasting success.
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With a focus on relational leadership, I work with executives, senior leaders, and teams to strengthen leadership capacity, enhance team dynamics, and build cultures of trust and high performance. Whether guiding an individual leader through executive coaching, aligning a leadership team, or supporting an organization through cultural transformation, my approach is tailored to each client’s unique challenges and aspirations.

A Holistic Approach to Leadership Development

My work is rooted in the belief that leadership is both an internal journey and an external practice. Sustainable leadership growth comes from a combination of self-awareness, relational intelligence, and strategic action.

Through customized coaching engagements, team facilitation, and organizational development initiatives, I support leaders in:

Expanding leadership influence and decision-making in complex environments.

Enhancing self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and executive presence.

Navigating leadership transitions and organizational change with clarity.

Building trust, alignment, and collaboration within leadership teams.

Strengthening team performance and communication.

Cultivating a culture of accountability, resilience, and continuous growth.

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In today’s fast-moving, high-stakes environments,

the most effective leaders don’t just manage teams—they build cultures where people are aligned, engaged, and driven by a shared purpose.

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When leaders connect deeply, communicate clearly, and lead with authenticity, they elevate performance, drive innovation, and create organizations where both people and business thrive.

Experience & Credentials

With over 15 years of Fortune 100 leadership experience and advanced certifications in executive coaching, team development, and leadership psychology, I bring a blend of analytical insight, leadership expertise, and human-centered coaching to every engagement.

​✔ Former Associate Research Fellow at Pfizer, leading teams in Neuroscience Medicinal Chemistry.
✔ Executive & Leadership Coach supporting C-Suite and Senior Leaders and Teams in pharma/biotech, IT, construction, insurance, government and STEM industries.
✔ Internationally Recognized Certifications in leadership and team coaching:

  • Professional Certified Coach (PCC), International Coach Federation

  • Executive Certificate in Leadership Coaching, Georgetown University

  • Certificate in Facilitation, Georgetown University

  • Team Coaching Certificate, Corentus Inc.

  • Certified IEQ9 Enneagram Practitioner – Leadership & Team Development

  • Certified Gestalt Equine Coach, Gestalt Equine Institute of the Rockies 

  • Certified in The Leadership Circle Profile™ 360º, Team Management Profile (TMP), and Leadership & Human Key Polarity Indicator™

A few fun facts:

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FAVORITE INSPIRATIONAL QUOTE:

“All we are doing is putting love out in the world.” 

George Lange, Photographer

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BEST ADVICE EVER RECEIVED:

Trust yourself, listen to your heart whispers, and get out of your head and live your life!

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FAVORITE DESSERT: 

Ice Cream & all delicious treats made with love by my baker friends, Amy & Lisa

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FAVORITE BAND:

Anything that makes me sing & dance, because I can’t sing or dance (lol)

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TOP 3 FAVORITE HOBBIES:

Laughing with others, travel adventures, and beach walks.

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BOOK YOUR Free
COMPLIMENTARY CALL TODAY!

If you’re ready to elevate your leadership, strengthen your teams, or explore the right coaching path for you, let’s connect.

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