I help people slay their inner dragons so they can get out of their own way and shine. As a former executive, I understand the joys and challenges of leadership and serving on a high-performing team.I provide individual coaching to CEOs and executives, senior and middle managers, entrepreneurs and high-potential employees. I also coach executive and management teams, and cross-functional teams on team effectiveness, conflict management, accountability, role clarity and high performance. I am a speaker and consultant on leadership, employee engagement, communication, personal brand & strategy. I strive to help individuals and teams realize their potential. My executive experience spans business strategy, enterprise risk and marketing communication. I was a key player in shifting the culture from command/control to one with high morale and one of Canada’s Top 50 Employers. I am fascinated by leadership, power, influence, trust, internal politics, accountability, personal brand, the dynamics of teams and employee engagement.

Whether I’m coaching a client or a group, or delivering a speech from the podium, my goal is the same: to help individuals and teams shine. After all, it’s individuals who make organizations shine.

I believe passionately in the need for every person to realize their potential. Self-awareness is the first step. But that’s not enough. Managing ourselves is the hardest job we’ll ever do. Many people externalize blame for work issues, relationship problems and other challenges. It’s hard to look in the mirror and take complete accountability for your life, your reactions, actions and even inaction.

In my leadership journey, I’ve slayed many inner dragons. I used to feel hard done by. Why were some people more influential? Why did I have a son with autism? Why weren’t professions like marketing respected more? Why was bad behaviour by senior executives tolerated and even rewarded?

With the help of many talented coaches, my journey as a leader and individual has surpassed my wildest dreams. That is why I am driven to coach others – to help them unleash their brilliance.

I am a Certified Daring Way Facilitator (Dr. Brené Brown’s work)
Rate: $250-499 per hour