Our Vision

A world where every workplace enables people to thrive, perform their best work, and drive lasting impact.   

Our Mission

We equip leaders and teams with the insights, tools, and strategies to embed a people-forward mindset in every aspect of their work—cultivating trust, growth, and sustainable success for all.

In support of our vision and mission, we embrace the following values and guiding principles that shape everything we do:

• Community & Belonging
  We cultivate authenticity, diversity, and inclusion so every voice is heard, valued, and respected.

• Growth & Innovation
  We challenge ourselves by trying new things, learning from our mistakes, and encouraging creativity.

• Transparent Communication & Trust
  We foster open, honest dialogue and mutual respect, believing that trust is the foundation of strong relationships.

• Solution Orientation
  We view challenges as opportunities to innovate, focusing on finding solutions rather than dwelling on problems.

• Continuous Development
  We commit to ongoing personal and professional growth, recognizing that learning keeps us evolving and competitive.

• High Standards & High Spirits
  We strive for excellence without sacrificing our joy—holding ourselves accountable while celebrating our achievements.

• Client-Centered Service
  We honor our clients through unwavering commitment, respect, and quality in every interaction.

• Fun & Fulfillment
  We take pride in our work and love what we do. Above all, we believe in enjoying the journey as much as the destination.

When organizations value their people as their greatest asset, everyone thrives. That’s why I left the courtroom and chose to transform leaders from within.

I started my career as a labor and employment attorney, litigating wrongful discharge cases, discrimination, and unfair work practices. After a decade in the courtroom, I realized a stark reality: many organizations were not equipping their leaders to truly value their people as their most important asset. I knew I wanted to drive change from within rather than just fighting issues on the outside.

My first major initiative was helping a mid-sized transportation company establish its HR department. My team and I created policies that comply with state and federal laws, designed a new compensation system, and developed robust onboarding and exit processes. We also launched a leadership development program that leveraged real case law to spark dialogue and co-create best practices—an approach that quickly began transforming the culture from the maintenance team to senior leadership.

Recognizing that effective leadership development balances theory with practice, I became an organizational consultant, deploying a scholar-practitioner model. Over time, I created mid-manager and senior-level leadership development programs, coached executives, and trained thousands of employees across a 12,000-person organization. In parallel, I taught and directed graduate leadership programs, led professional development for academic institutions, and earned my doctorate in human development and organizational systems. These experiences culminated in the People-Forward Leadership™ framework—a model designed to foster growth, well-being, and sustainable success for both individuals and organizations.

 A key passion throughout my journey has also been advocating for female leaders, helping them overcome societal pressures and internal limiting beliefs that hold them back from excelling in their careers. This commitment led me to serve as a faculty member in Smith College's Executive Education program, where I continue to support the advancement of emerging and senior women leaders.

Over the years, I've been honored with multiple accolades, including the Brandon Hall Group Human Capital Management Excellence Award, which reflects our firm's dedication to fostering inclusive cultures and better workplace experiences. I've also been honored with the Iris Award-Women of Achievement by the Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce, Enterprising Women of the Year by Enterprising Women, and Portland Business Journal's Women of Influence Award. After a decade, I remain proud to be an award-winning leader in people-centered strategies, elevating individuals, transforming organizational cultures, and building workplaces where everyone can thrive.

Today, we're returning to our roots: empowering mid-size to large organizations to adopt a People-Forward Leadership™ approach. We're here to help you create a culture where people matter—and where every employee can do their best work.