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Creating Spaces for Resilient, Courageous Leadership

Let's Be Honest. It's Messy Out There.

Guiding an organization today—especially in the nonprofit, philanthropic, and public sectors—requires more than just vision. It demands emotionally intelligent leadership, strategic clarity, and the courage to drive meaningful impact. My intent is to cultivate high-performing, values-driven cultures rooted in empathy, fueled by purpose, and aligned to a bold strategic vision.

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Services

Below is a high-level overview of the consulting services offered. Every organization is unique, and each engagement is tailored to meet your specific goals, challenges, and context.

Strategy & Assessment

Strategic Planning & Implementation, Organizational Assessments, Leadership Review

Change Management

Team & Leadership Development, Culture & Values, Crisis Management, Governance Development

Interim Leadership

Executive Director,
Chief Executive Officer, Program Management

Meeting Facilitation

Retreats, Board Development, Building Vision, Mission & Values, Operational Planning

Executive Coaching

Individual & Team Coaching, Board Leadership Coaching

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Bold Leadership.
Deep Impact.

I’m a transformative leader with 30 years of experience in  the Silicon Valley nonprofit sector, known for tackling complex social challenges with innovation and determination. Across the nonprofit, government, and philanthropic worlds, I’ve shown that real change is possible when strategy meets emotional intelligence, and courage is balanced with compassion. As a licensed therapist and certified yoga instructor, I bring mindful, holistic insight to my work as an advisor and consultant.

My Methodology

Embracing high-tension dialogue—and using it as a catalyst for innovation—allows your organization to develop stronger problem-solving models, grow your team, and deliver high-quality services to your community. In every engagement, I bring a proven track record of creating inclusive, intentional spaces that foster empathy and belonging. Together, we can strengthen your leadership and cultivate the kind of leadership culture you want to grow across your organization.

DISCOVER & LEARN

We begin with curiosity and intentional grounding—exploring your goals and organizational context. Whether it’s strategic planning, facilitation, or coaching, reflection brings clarity to the vision and purpose of the work ahead.

VISION & CREATE

In partnership, we will leverage what we learn into  pathways for strategic growth. This will allow for clear-eyed decision making and a refined sense of direction and impact.

IMPLEMENT & REFLECT

We will work together to move from visioning to action with strategies for implementation, intentional reflection and iteration. This is the application of courageous leadership to ensure that new structures are adopted and desired impact is achieved.

My goal is to ensure that the work I do with clients is so strong that we are building together long-term skill development and organizational resiliency. I am proud of the fact that of the clients I serve, over 40% re-engage for new projects, allowing us to continue to build organizational development and strategic growth opportunities. I look forward to working together!

40%

Rengagement Rate

38

Clients in
3.5 Years

30+

Clients in Nonprofit Sector

5

Working Across 5 CA Counties

My Clients & Partners

Start Your Leadership Journey

Initiate your journey towards transformative leadership by reaching out for a consultation. 

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