I’m here to close the leadership gap from both sides: coaching women to lead with authority and partnering with organizations to build workplaces where strong, diverse leadership can thrive.

about me

I spent nearly a decade as a chemical engineer in pulp and paper manufacturing. I started with my career working southern swing shift, managing a crew of 40. I invested in myself to grow my personal leadership skills and eventually was leading a team of 120, managing a multimillion dollar department.

I knew how to solve complex problems, lead under pressure, and deliver results—but what really caught my attention was what happened between the technical work: the leadership, the communication, the confidence gaps no one wanted to talk about.

That curiosity led me to leave the paper industry, earn a degree in industrial-organizational psychology, and shift my focus to what truly moves teams and careers forward: people.

Today, I blend real-world leadership experience with data-driven coaching and consulting to help STEM leaders step into bold leadership—and help STEM organizations grow the kind of leaders they actually need.

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WHO I SERVE:

Women in STEM

I coach women in STEM who are ready to step into visible, high-impact leadership roles—so they’re recognized not just for their technical expertise, but for their strategic influence.

STEM/Manufacturing Companies

I consult with STEM organizations that understand leadership isn’t automatic—it’s developed. Together, we build confident, capable leaders who drive stronger teams, better communication, and measurable business results.

why it works

My approach blends technical leadership experience with deep psychological insight to create practical, research-backed strategies that actually move the needle. I’m not here to give you a pep talk—I’m here to help you lead with clarity, influence, and measurable impact.
As a certified Hogan practitioner, I use one of the most trusted leadership assessment tools in the industry to uncover strengths, derailers, and values—whether I’m coaching an individual or guiding a leadership team. Combined with a degree in industrial-organizational psychology, my work is grounded in evidence, not guesswork—and always tailored to the unique demands of STEM.
Clients describe my style as “transformational,” “direct but empowering,” and “what every woman in STEM needs but rarely gets.”

Here’s what I bring to the table:
✅ 10+ years in technical leadership roles
✅ Industrial-Organizational Psychology expertise
✅ Hogan Leadership Assessment certified
✅ A no-fluff, results-driven approach tailored to STEM professionals

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beyond the work

I’m also a mom to a confident, curious three-year-old girl who already knows how to take up space (and I’m not mad about it). When I’m not coaching clients or leading leadership workshops, you’ll find me out on a hiking trail, hunting down the perfect vintage blazer, or sipping a matcha latte with a fantasy novel in hand.

I live with my rescue pup, Riley, and my rescue cat, Post Malone—both of whom keep life interesting.