who i work with

I partner with leaders and teams to strengthen collaboration, navigate high-stakes challenges, and resolve conflict. Drawing on a multidisciplinary background, I help organizations address complex human dynamics, from leadership effectiveness to breakdowns in trust - tailored to each client’s goals, context, and culture.

I have worked with clients across a wide variety of industries and across 18 countries - including tech, higher education, healthcare, arts, government, and nonprofits. Services are delivered virtually, with in-person options available for local clients by arrangement. I offer flexible formats to suit your needs including half-day workshops, individual and team multi-session coaching, and full day coaching intensives.

How I Can help

  • One-on-one coaching for seasoned and new leaders, designed to build adaptability, confidence, and presence. Especially valuable for leaders navigating high-stakes challenges or complex environments, or for creative leaders, balancing artistic integrity with business goals. Focus areas include:

    Leadership Skills

    • Building trust and influence

    • Effective communication

    • Delegation and prioritization

    • Vulnerability in leadership

    • Inclusive leadership and culture

    People & Team Development

    • Talent recruitment and performance development

    • Team coaching

    Organizational Dynamics

    • Conflict navigation

    • Organizational politics and power dynamics

    • Change management

    Assessment & Development

    • 360 Assessment, Leadership Dashboard interpretation, and action planning

  • Support for individuals and teams experiencing tension, miscommunication, or breakdowns in relationships. Best practice and culturally responsive approaches ensure sustainable results.

    Conflict Resolution & Mediation

    • One-on-one and team conflict resolution coaching

    • Mediation between two or more individuals or within teams

    Communication & Conflict Skills Development

    • Custom trainings and workshops on communication and conflict skills

  • Customized guidance to navigate organizational change, career transitions, and identity shifts, helping clients move through uncertainty with clarity and confidence. Engagements may include:

    Leadership Support During Transitions

    • Strategic advisor to leaders during transitions

    • Strengthen leader communication and presence through uncertainty

    Employee Support & Coaching

    • Coach employees through role changes, restructuring, and shifting expectations

    Conflict Management in Transitions

    • Conflict prevention/resolution during transitions

    • Stronger leadership presence that inspires and empowers teams

    • Clear, actionable plans aligned with values and goals

    • Courageous, aligned decision-making

    • Clarification of strengths, vision, and purpose

    • Shifts in limiting beliefs and behaviors

    • Increased resilience, self-trust, and adaptability

    • Productive use of vulnerability as a tool for growth

    • Reconnection with authentic self at work and in life

 

Credentials & Training

  • Certified Executive Coach, ICF Level 2 (PCC) - Center for Executive Coaching

  • Certified Career Coach, ICF CCE - Center for Executive Coaching

  • Certified Wellcoach® Positive Psychology and Behavior Change, Wellcoaches, Inc.

  • Certified Organizational Ombuds (Conflict Specialist), International Ombuds Association

  • Certified Mediator, Center for Understanding in Conflict

  • MA Psychology, Global Mental Health, William James College

  • BA Theater Arts, Performance, San Francisco State University

  • Classical Ballet, Royal Academy of Dance

Please visit LinkedIn for details.

 
“As a seasoned leader, I have held many roles over the years and recently decided to make an important career transition. Misty helped me to reflect on my strengths and values as a leader, and how I want to apply these insights to be more effective and contribute in the ways that are meaningful to me. With empathy and keen insights, she’s helped me gain clarity and maintain confidence during challenging times. I have grown personally and professionally from working with Misty.”
— Scott A, Deputy Director

If you want to expand your leadership skills, or navigate transition or conflict with confidence, I invite you to reach out to explore how I can support you.

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