Tap into your joy and optimism.

Joy comes from living your potential.

I see yours. I believe you can step over obstacles of all sizes, both real, and often, imagined, to give more to yourself, and the world.

Even on the days when you don’t trust yourself. I bring to light the many dimensions of your dreams, your strengths, your fears, your values, your excellence.

This is what I do. I walk with you to help you realize your possibilities.

Helping you see possibilities.

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As a former corporate business leader, my passion is supporting leaders who desire to tackle the biggest challenges of our time by creating a future where the workplace is more compassionate, creative, and inclusive; workplaces that honor humanity together with productivity.

From growing up in a family business to working for, and with, numerous Fortune 500 companies, I have been supporting the growth of individuals and global organizations for over 25 years.

A certified executive coach, focused on emotional intelligence, my integrated approach is influenced by my experiences and training in Neuroscience, Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), Positive Intelligence, Nonviolent Communication, Design Thinking, and Equine Coaching.

My coaching style is compassionate, yet direct, and I am not afraid to bring a sense of humor into my conversations. I have an intrinsic appreciation of the human condition, which I pair with my understanding of interpersonal and corporate dynamics and thought-provoking questions. By seeing the broader context, I bring objectivity, which helps my clients identify new possibilities.

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Credentials and Collaborations

ICF Professional Coach.
Certified Emotional Intelligence Coach.
Certified in Applied Neuroscience.
Senior Consultant with the Arbinger Institute.
Listening Guide with The Listening Path®.

Why coaching matters to me.

I grew up in Canada, the oldest of three kids, in a household filled with multiple languages, accents, and a lot of ADHD. My father immigrated from Finland, and my mother was a teacher with a passion for languages.

My mother often brought home stories from the classroom infused with a message of hope, as she shared how her students overcame adversities. My father started a construction company and from a young age, I was fascinated by the dynamics of business, from strategy to the respectful way my father treated his employees. While watching him build a successful business, I was also confused by how poorly he could be treated because of his cultural differences.

Witnessing my parents’ experiences had a deep impact on me and sparked a passion to foster inclusion, compassion, possibility, and the ability to see others beyond the story they present to the world.

I brought this passion with me into my career in the corporate world, working in global technology organizations. Unfortunately, I often saw similar behaviors to when I was growing up - talented people were not seen for who they really were. It was frustrating; I saw potential beyond what was fostered and valued. While driving business results, as a leader and a coach, I also tapped into a different dimension of my colleagues to help them fulfill their potential.

Over ten years ago, I experienced a profound loss when one of the most talented people I worked with passed away unexpectedly. It made me realize that my deepest purpose is to help others feel seen, valued, and supported in their growth. So began my coaching journey.

Today, I combine my 25+ years of experience as a business leader with my unique ability to see beyond the stories presented on the surface; to help organizations and individuals transform how they listen, lead, and access the courage to focus on what matters most. To achieve more than they realize is possible.

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The world urgently needs you to have the courage to embrace your full potential, in both heart and mind.

Are you ready?

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