In 2021, I created an 11-week online Nonprofit Management Certificate Course at Sonoma State University. Each Spring and Fall, I coordinate and teach the course on Zoom, partnering with experienced nonprofit professionals who offer best practices, insights and stories from their long careers.

Personal Experience Informs My Coaching…

Many years ago, I hit a wall in my career. For a decade and a half, I’d been working days, nights and weekends because I thought that’s what I had to do. Suddenly I had a disabling medical condition — the tangible result of my overwork. Because I was my own boss, I was forced to confront how my beliefs, attitudes and habits had hurt me. It was tough but I slowly began to prioritize self-care. If I hadn’t learned that lesson, I likely would not have been able to keep working or even enjoy life.

Today, my coaching clients – leaders and staff of mission-driven nonprofit and philanthropic organizations – tell me about their work pressures. Despite their relentless routines, many say they can never catch up. They’re losing sleep, feeling overwhelmed and concerned about burnout.

What I Offer…

I am committed to supporting visionary, talented social sector professionals in foundations and nonprofits through leadership courses and coaching. My coaching helps leaders identify their priorities, build confidence and take practical steps to find more balance and reach for their dreams.

A CTA-certified Coach, I am guided and inspired by the following values:

• Empathy and Compassion

• Honesty and Transparency

• Commitment to Social Justice and Climate Advocacy

• Respect

• Kindness

• Patience

• Humility

• Trust that clients ultimately know what’s best for them

I live in Oakland, CA with my husband and two sweet cats. I enjoy daily walks, yoga, hiking, birdwatching, kayaking, travel and socializing with friends.

I write regularly about trends in leadership and self-leadership, management and other social sector topics. See latest posts here.