An overview

• 15-year career history in the nonprofit sector

• Past positions in organizational leadership, human resources, program development, and financial management for nonprofit organizations

• Owner of a nonprofit consulting business specializing in strategic planning, organizational development, and project management

• Bachelor of Arts degree in Photography and Painting from the College of Wooster

• Master of Arts degree in Art History and Museum Studies from Case Western Reserve University (in conjunction with the Cleveland Museum of Art)

• Assists a number of regional nonprofit organizations by serving on a variety of advisory, educational and grants review committees

• Member of the International Coaching Federation

• Member of the Cleveland Coach Federation

Professional Background

I have worked with and for nonprofit organizations for over 15 years, beginning my career as an Educator at the Cleveland Museum of Art.  Since then, I have held a number of positions in the nonprofit sector including Human Resources Administrator at the Nature Center at Shaker Lakes, Education Director at Young Audiences of Greater Cleveland, and Education Director at Global Issues Resource Center at Cuyahoga Community College.  I was also the Executive Director of the Medina County Performing Arts Foundation, a multi-service arts organization formerly housed at the Grace Drake Center for the Arts in Medina, Ohio.  As its administrator I oversaw all aspects of the organization- programmatic, administrative, and financial.  I assist a number of regional nonprofit organizations by serving on a variety of advisory, educational and grants review committees.  Currently, I am the managing partner of my consulting business and a provider with Crossroads Coaching (www.crossroadscoachingonline.com).

My Education

I have a BA in Studio Art from the College of Wooster, concentrating in photography and painting, and an MA in Art History & Museum Studies from Case Western Reserve University. I am a member of the International Coaching Federation, the Cleveland Coach Federation, and Medina Women in Business.  I am also trained in conflict mediation and active learning techniques.

My Interest in Coaching

In 2000, I met and worked with Nicole Canter, a Life Coach at the Wellness Center at Cuyahoga Community College, Eastern Campus. Our work together helped me attain a long-time dream of managing my own business and working for myself. In 2007, Nancy Nicholas of Crossroads Coaching approached me about collaborating together. This invitation helped me to realize yet another personal goal, fulfilling a desire to work with individuals, in addition to business clients.  Through my professional career and personal coaching experience, I have learned what can be achieved through action goal setting and allowing yourself to be open to the possibilities and exciting paths your life may take. I now provide this type of mentoring to individuals, especially those seeking a more fulfilling career or needing direction or organizational help with their business.