What was the impetus or tipping point for your awareness of conscious choice?
My nephew died when he was 12 years old, as a result of injuries he sustained in an accident. I watched my sister-in-law experience a truly powerful process of enlightenment during the healing from this tragedy. In my observation and oftentimes support of her, as we endured this traumatic experience for our family, I started to peel back some of my old beliefs in a way that transformed me, as well. The most profound discovery was that we are so fearful of dying that we don’t know how to live. And, that if we can quiet the fear enough, we can hear the Universal Truths as well as our own truth… that we are all in existence to love and be loved.
What are your top 3 values and why? How do you live those values (or try to) every day?
My top 3 values are Connectedness, Communication, and Love.
Connectedness
I live by this value daily by intentionally connecting with my higher power, the universe’s energy, and the interconnectedness of everything and everyone around me. As an empath, I deeply sense and honor the vibrational currents of energy from all sources, allowing me to approach life with intuition and a profound sense of unity.
Communication
Communication is how I connect with my essence and express my truth. I believe it’s the bridge between the soul and the world, shaping how I articulate my thoughts, feelings, and actions. By staying attuned to my soul’s guidance, I strive to communicate from a place of truth rather than fear.
Love
I lead with love in everything I do. Love is the foundation of my work, infusing it with warmth, kindness, and an open heart. It’s about creating spaces where authenticity and connection can flourish—spaces where others feel safe to explore new perspectives and reconnect with their true selves. By holding this space with love, I help others feel more alive, empowered, and aligned with their purpose.
What is the hardest conditioned pattern you’ve had to overcome (or are working to overcome) as a woman/professional?
The hardest conditioned pattern that I struggle with is my intellectual arrogance. I was brought up in a male-dominated environment where women were not given much of a voice. And, if you did have the floor to speak, you’d better make damn sure you know what the hell you are talking about. My father’s famous line is “better to be thought ignorant than to open up your mouth and leave out all doubt”. This created the strong perfectionistic know-it-all in me and instilled that if I am not perfect and right all the time, then I am not worthy.
What is your favorite part of what you do as a leadership coach for executives?
My favorite part of what I do is when a client has an Ah-Ha moment that has such a profound impact that when they come back for the next session they can’t say enough about how it’s changed their life.
What is your mantra or phrase for this part of your journey in life?
My mantra is “With Compassion and Curiosity we can Create all that we need to overcome any and all of our challenges”.
What is some advice that has really helped you and who shared it?
The most helpful advice I’ve found is from Shirzad Chamine on learning how to quiet the saboteurs and execute the sage perspective. It’s been life-changing for me and for my clients. Also, Bruce D Schneider helped me discover how fear is often at the root of our values and when we peel back those fears then our truths can be revealed.
What impact do you hope to have on the world with your work as a coach?
I want to help executives and organizations create systemic team cohesion and healthy and sustainable cultures. The more we can help people find their truths the more cohesive our world can become.
How do you spend your days?
I spend my days working with leaders who are ready to stop surviving and start reconnecting with what matters. When I’m not coaching, I’m at the beach, walking my dog Lola, biking, hiking, or spending time with my three daughters.