After retiring from a 27-year career with the City of West Hollywood, I finally had the space to ask myself what I wanted next.
I completed my coaching certification planning to help people build careers that aligned with their values, strengths, and the life they wanted to create.
But the conversations took me somewhere I didn't expect.
I met people who loved what they did but were struggling with leadership, workplace culture, difficult decisions, or simply wondering why work no longer felt the way it once did.
That's when I realized something.
A fulfilling career isn't just about finding the right job. It's also about navigating the human experience at work.
my story
The human experience at work matters.
After more than 20 years in Human Resources and now as a coach, I've learned something.
People rarely struggle because they lack talent or experience.
They're trying to make sense of a work experience that no longer feels the way it once did.
That's why my coaching isn't just about career decisions. It's about helping people reconnect with what matters most so they can love what they do again.
WHAT I'VE LEARNED
I've experienced seasons in my own career when work felt heavy, too.
The human side of work is complicated. It's a whole different set of rules. Power dynamics, financial security, identity, reputation, relationships, and the career you've worked so hard to build are often tied to the decisions we make.
Let's start the conversation.
WHY THIS WORK MATTERS
what i learned after leaving HR
I was a caregiver once. And I can relate to what you are going through.
giving back
Caregivers often carry an enormous emotional load, and it can feel difficult to admit when you’re overwhelmed — especially when the person you’re caring for is the one most in need.
Each year, I volunteer a portion of my coaching hours to support caregivers. I offer these hours because giving back matters to me, and I’ve learned that being with people in these moments is healing for both of us.
If you're a caregiver and would like support, you're welcome to reach out. I'd be honored to connect.
City of West Hollywood (20 years in leadership, majority as HR Manager)
27 Years in Public Service
University of Redlands
BA in Business Administration & Management
Martha Beck Inc., Level 2, ICF-accredited (225+ hours based on ICF Core Competencies & Ethics)
Wayfinder Life Coach Certification
Twenty-seven years of working with employees, leaders, and hiring managers taught me how careers really unfold.
I learned how to identify strengths, ask thoughtful questions, and help people navigate workplace challenges and career decisions.
My coaching training added another layer—creating a space where people can think openly, reconnect with what matters most, and move forward in a way that feels right for them.
My years in HR were never just about policies. They were about people, potential, and understanding what helps someone thrive at work.