I have the privilege of helping people express their ideas with confidence – persuasively and authentically. By blending adult learning models with neuropsychological research, I deliver experiential leadership programs, executive coaching, and presentation coaching for high-stakes sales meetings and public speaking events. Fears are alleviated, content flows, and you come across as a compelling communicator and authentic leader. Clients include global pharmaceutical firms, leading law firms, Investment Banking, Technology firms, Insurance, Advertising, Global Foundations, and Nonprofits. The effectiveness of the training and coaching programs comes from a highly interactive design. Participants become invested through exercises and immediate feedback. Workshops target distinct, work-related challenges to achieve organizational objectives. Topics include: Leadership Effectiveness, Communication & Presentation Skills, Executive Presence, Emotional Intelligence, Managing Up, Feedback Is A Gift, Collaborative Conversations, and Team Building. Prior to my career in executive and leadership coaching, I worked as a financial executive. As Director of Finance and Administration for a fast-growing, self-financed technology start-up, I led the financial, legal and human resources functions that supported increases in revenue and personnel of 300% over a period of three consecutive years. These results led to a $40 million acquisition by a $7 billion dollar international media holding company. I implemented financial systems to ensure profitability and manage cash flow, designed talent development and acquisition strategies that attracted and retained top talent during highly competitive market conditions, and coached new leaders to foster a culture of innovation and agility. Executive coaching, executive presence, presentation skills, communications, leadership development, Sales Presentations, Emotional Intelligence.

Led financial and administrative operations for a tech start-up during a period of rapid growth that resulted in a +$40 million acquisition. Worked directly with partners leading all financial and business functions including strategic planning, forecasting, financial processes and controls, legal, talent management, and learning & development. Clients included Disney, IKEA, JetBlue, Turner Broadcasting, Nutrisystem, Columbia University, Time Inc.

Coached C-Level and senior executives to achieve professional career goals. Specific focus in career strategy, interpersonal communication skills and presentation skills. Led seminars in presentation skills. Trained managers in interviewing techniques.

Career Transition Consultant