I have been coaching and mentoring leaders and executives for over fifteen years, with a passion for helping leaders navigate their most complex situations, while staying true to their values. I bring a wealth of knowledge to my coaching practice, with HR experience at top companies like Apple and PepsiCo. I received my Professional Coaching Certification (CPC) through the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching (iPEC), which is accredited by the International Coaching Federation (ICF). I am the founder of Focus and Flourish Coaching, where I've successfully helped individuals shift limiting beliefs and unlock their potential, enabling them to move forward authentically and effectively. Whether you're looking to enhance your leadership skills or thrive amidst chaos, I'm here to support your journey. Let's connect and explore how I can help you flourish in your personal and professional life!

As an Executive coach, I have a unique understanding of how founders and the C-Suite can feel isolated, unsure, or burnt out. Working with me, we'll take a holistic approach to your leadership, your own career, and your skills and focus on the areas that need attention. You're only human, but the responsibilities at the top are challenging and complex! I believe a coach is a key thought partner for your own development, and by extension, the development of your team and organization.

I am now a C-Level Executive of a company, and have previously served as a controlling shareholder (when I worked in Private Equity) and Board Member. I can help advise on how to make it to the C-Level, how to interact with shareholders (particularly Private Equity and Venture Capital), how to be successful, etc.

With over 30 years of experience in data and more than a decade as a data leader, I’ve honed my skills in building high-performing teams and guiding professionals to achieve their career goals. As Head of Data Science and now Chief Data Officer, I’ve led transformative data initiatives and cultivated a leadership approach that empowers others to excel. I specialize in coaching executives and aspiring leaders to reach new heights in their careers. I’ve guided a data analyst to become a Head of Business Intelligence, a data engineer to rise to Principal Data Engineer, a junior data scientist to transition into a senior data scientist, and a data engineer to achieve the position of Senior Director of their department. Beyond one-on-one coaching, I’ve contributed to organizational growth as a board member, advising a financial institution on navigating challenging economic conditions while maintaining responsible growth strategies. Having reviewed thousands of resumes and conducted over 200 interviews, I bring deep insight into what it takes to thrive in competitive and evolving fields. Helping professionals at all levels—especially data leaders—reach their potential is my passion. I take immense satisfaction in mentoring others and enabling them to step confidently into their next career challenge. If that sounds like you, let's connect!

I became a coach because I love helping people find more happiness and fulfillment in their lives and careers, which often means supporting my clients with the same types of issues I personally have wrestled with, whether that is silencing my inner critic, taming procrastination, or differentiating between what I really want versus what I think I “should” want. My coaching superpower is seeing the potential in my clients that they cannot always see for themselves.

As an Executive Coach, I bring a rare blend of global leadership experience, entrepreneurial success, and deep personal development insights. With over 15 years driving growth at companies like Amazon, Unilever, and Ford, I understand the pressures executives face. My journey spans corporate boardrooms and startup ventures, including founding and scaling businesses in New York and Asia. As the President of the HBS Association of Southern California, I lead professional development for thousands of top-tier executives. My coaching is uniquely informed by this breadth of experience, coupled with certifications from Erickson Coaching International and a General Management Program from Harvard Business School. I specialize in helping leaders break through limitations, master resilience, and align their personal and professional purpose. Clients value my ability to combine strategic business acumen with a human-centric approach. I empower executives to lead with clarity, foster high-performance teams, and navigate complexity with confidence. My coaching unlocks lasting transformation, enabling leaders to thrive in both their careers and lives.

Hello! It's a pleasure to meet you! Whether you’re looking to grow in your own career, to become a better leader, to drive growth within your business, to empower your team members to reach their highest potential, or are contemplating a major life or career transition, and are looking for an executive coach to partner with you on your journey, I'd love to hear what’s on your mind, and to see if we’re a good fit for each other. With over 20 years of experience in the corporate world, I've navigated the intricacies of sales, strategy, brand, marketing, and product across some of the most respected companies in the financial services, technology, and consulting industries, like Visa, JPMorgan, Chase, KKR, TransUnion, and US Bank. I've worked at and with large public companies, privately held companies, and private equity backed companies, too. In terms of professional coaching certifications, I've completed an ICF-accredited coach training program, which consisted of over 200 hours of live training, asynchronous training, peer coaching, mentor coaching, formative assessments, and a final exam, and earned 3 certifications: Certified Professional Coach (CPC); Energy Leadership™ Index Master Practitioner (ELI-MP); and Certified Life Coach | COR.E Transitions Dynamics™ Specialist (CTDS); I expect to earn my ICF ACC credentials in 1Q 2025. As the founder of Blue Zebra, I now dedicate my time and expertise to empowering leaders in the financial services, tech & professional services industries to achieve their personal and professional goals. I offer 1:1 coaching to individuals, as well as workshops and speaking engagements to corporate clients. I'm proud to have helped individuals at all stages of their careers, from Director level to the C-suite, and at all sorts of companies, from public to private to PE-backed and start-ups, in a variety of ways, including: - Figuring out what’s next in their career and creating an action plan to achieve it - Gaining confidence and tackling self-doubt - Addressing overwhelm and managing stress - Exploring why they're frustrated at work and what to do about it - Creating their personal brand - Building executive presence - Increasing visibility within an organization - Building their network - Becoming better communicators - Building stronger relationships - Finding and landing the jobs they never seem to hear about - Identifying and evaluating potential opportunities - Strategizing on upcoming interviews and navigating the interview process - Evaluating and negotiating offers and overall compensation packages - Transition strategies - The list goes on! What does a coaching session with me look like? - Every coaching session is unique and tailored to your individual needs, goals, and challenges (I don't offer pre-set 1:1 programs). - At the start of our coaching relationship, and every session together, I will ask you what you want to work on in our time together, and we will spend our time working on that goal. - I may introduce proprietary tools, like worksheets, exercises, & assessments, or relevant, publicly available content (podcasts, articles, experiences), if and when appropriate. - Generally, a coaching session consists of me asking you questions, making observations, and providing food for thought. - We'll end each coaching session together with you committing to specific action items, to ensure you stay accountable to yourself!

I bring 20+ years of experience with a robust blend of technical, strategic, and leadership expertise to my coaching practice. Having worked across engineering, consulting, product marketing, and product management, I understand the complexities of navigating diverse roles and career transitions. As an executive coach, my goal is to empower leaders to accelerate their careers, overcome challenges, and achieve meaningful personal and professional growth. Throughout my career, I have held leadership roles at top companies such as Bill.com, Intuit, LinkedIn, and PayPal. At Bill.com, as VP of Product Management, I played a key role in driving the company’s revenue growth by over 10x to >$1B ARR. These experiences have equipped me with a deep understanding of what it takes to lead with impact, drive innovation, and build high-performing teams. I hold an MBA from the Kellogg School of Management and a Bachelor of Applied Science in Computer Engineering from the University of Waterloo. Drawing on my own non-linear career journey, I provide personalized coaching to help leaders stand out, achieve their next promotion, plan strategic career moves, or prepare for new and exciting roles. If you’re ready to unlock your full potential and take your leadership to the next level, I’m here to help guide your journey.