Supporting organizations and individuals in promoting authentic leadership, creativity and inclusion
My work advising organizations ranges from keynotes and one day workshops to special projects and on-going coaching. My clients include nonprofit organizations, corporations, foundations, school districts, and their leaders.
My advising work is grounded in these insights:
My advising work is grounded in these insights:
- Play has the power to bring out the best in people.
- Being engaged matters – whether you're at school or at work.
- Social entrepreneurship has a lot to teach us. By blending the rigor and discipline of business with the mission and meaning of a nonprofit, we have the opportunity to create opportunities for the community as a whole.
- Human-centered Design represents an important opportunity to tap a team's creativity while conveying a set of values and a way of working that promotes innovation, trust and an approach that brings out the best in participants
- Success happens when we identify the small tweaks that have the potential for outsized impact
Interim Leadership and Succession Planning
WHY INTERIM LEADERSHIP?
Leadership transitions can be destabilizing, but with the right approach, they can also be opportunities for growth, innovation, and renewed momentum. My approach to interim leadership ensures that organizations don’t just maintain continuity—they emerge stronger, more strategic, and better positioned for long-term success.
WHAT I BRING TO THE ROLE
Operational Stability & Strategic Execution
MY PHILOSOPHY ON INTERIM LEADERSHIP
Interim leadership is not about keeping the seat warm—it’s about creating momentum, solving problems, and positioning the organization for future success. I approach each engagement with:
MY PHILOSOPHY ON SUCCESSION PLANNING
Succession planning isn’t just about filling roles—it’s about strengthening organizations by preparing for leadership transitions with clarity, care, and intention. I bring to this work:
• A systems lens, helping organizations align leadership shifts with long-term strategy and culture.
• A people-first approach, supporting founders, staff, and boards through what can be an emotional and transformative process.
• A focus on sustainability, ensuring transitions leave the organization stronger, more resilient, and ready for what’s next.
Whether your organization is navigating leadership change, operational challenges, or strategic pivots, I bring the experience, energy, and insight to guide the transition with impact. Let’s talk about how I can help.
Leadership transitions can be destabilizing, but with the right approach, they can also be opportunities for growth, innovation, and renewed momentum. My approach to interim leadership ensures that organizations don’t just maintain continuity—they emerge stronger, more strategic, and better positioned for long-term success.
WHAT I BRING TO THE ROLE
Operational Stability & Strategic Execution
- Steady leadership that ensures smooth transitions while advancing key strategic priorities.
- Strong financial oversight, including fundraising expertise that stabilizes budgets and expands funding opportunities.
- Focused execution on mission-critical initiatives without losing sight of long-term goals.
- Proven ability to engage and align diverse stakeholders, from staff and boards to funders and community partners.
- Expertise in fostering organizational culture, strengthening teams, and developing emerging leaders.
- Transparent communication that builds trust and unites organizations around shared goals.
- A design-thinking approach that identifies creative, actionable solutions.
- Passion for mission-driven work, with a track record of helping organizations navigate uncertainty with confidence.
- Commitment to equity, inclusion, and long-term organizational sustainability.
MY PHILOSOPHY ON INTERIM LEADERSHIP
Interim leadership is not about keeping the seat warm—it’s about creating momentum, solving problems, and positioning the organization for future success. I approach each engagement with:
- A learner’s mindset, deeply listening to an organization’s unique context and needs.
- A bias toward action, making meaningful progress even in short timeframes.
- A collaborative spirit, ensuring teams feel supported and engaged in shaping the future.
MY PHILOSOPHY ON SUCCESSION PLANNING
Succession planning isn’t just about filling roles—it’s about strengthening organizations by preparing for leadership transitions with clarity, care, and intention. I bring to this work:
• A systems lens, helping organizations align leadership shifts with long-term strategy and culture.
• A people-first approach, supporting founders, staff, and boards through what can be an emotional and transformative process.
• A focus on sustainability, ensuring transitions leave the organization stronger, more resilient, and ready for what’s next.
Whether your organization is navigating leadership change, operational challenges, or strategic pivots, I bring the experience, energy, and insight to guide the transition with impact. Let’s talk about how I can help.