I inspire clients to gain the confidence to find the purpose and passion in their careers by providing tools, resources and support. Founder of Career Choices Unlimited, Inc., specializing in one-on-one coaching, transition workshops and presentations for managers, entrepreneurs, recent college students and other professionals seeking meaningful careers and performance improvement.Key Accomplishments:Assisted in the merger of BB&T Bank and First South Bank by creating and managing the Career Center, which resulted in 100% placement of all downsized employees.Created and facilitated a six-week Career Transition Program at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church for 22 people seeking new opportunities, resulting in 100% of the participants gaining new positions within 8 months.Provided outplacement services to hundreds of individuals.Designed and delivered networking and team skills as well as communication skills training to more than 10,000 employees. Featured on TV 4, Channel 47 News, National Public Radio, Clear Channel Radio and Cox Media discussing career-related topics.Led workshops at local churches, Jewish Family & Community Services, the University of North Florida, Webster University and Border’s Bookstore. Guest speaker at ATD, SHRM, PMI, ISPI, IIBA, ISCEBS, JAMA, IABC, HFTP and UNF Alumni Association.Honored with the 2011 and 2008 Excellence in Coaching and Mentoring Awards by UNF, ATD and SHRM.Keynote Speaker for Virginia College 2014 Graduation Ceremony.Specialties: One-on-one coaching; Outplacement Services; Workshops; Developing possibilities for my clients; Leveraging clients' strengths; Understanding and managing career changes; Conducting self-assessments; Writing resumes that land interviews; Networking / Building relationships; Informational Interviews / Marketing strategies; Interviewing; Preparing references; Handling job offers; Making successful career transitions; Negotiating salaries and benefits
Listed skills include Career Development, Coaching, Interviews, Career Counseling, and 32 others.
