About Edu-Flourish
Experience cultivated on the ground, not in hypotheticals.
Three decades of leading, teaching, coaching, and learning across K-12, private and public institutions of higher education, and the broader world of organizational leadership.
30+
years leading and coaching across education and industry
Where this work comes from
I didn't start as a consultant or coach - I started as a school counselor working in K-12 schools.
After 5 years in the public school system, I began pursuing my PhD in Counseling and Educational Development. I've worked at three different universities since 2001. Currently, I am a Professor of Counseling at Wake Forest University where I teach and conduct research in the areas of career development, multicultural counseling, group work, flourishing, and health and human services.
Edu-Flourish grew out of my 13 years of experience in higher education administration, including the last 8 years in the C-suite. My time as a VP encompassed challenges - from a global pandemic and societal changes to an evolving educational landscape shaped by economic uncertainty and political division . But it was a time filled with opportunities to lead teams through difficult decisions and hard-fought triumphs. All along I've strived to lead with care for my team and focused on the mission. Through it all, I believed in the capacity for my C-suite colleagues and teams to flourish - and I played my part to make sure that is what happened. I will do the same for you.
Experience & Background — Abbreviated Curriculum Vita
Faculty development, academic leadership coaching, and institutional culture work at the college and university level
Coaching and advising with leaders across industries — from healthcare and finance to nonprofits and start-ups
Keynotes, workshops, and retreats for leadership teams, conferences, and professional learning communities
"Flourishing is more than success - it is finding purpose and meaning in our accomplishments and relationships."
The philosophy behind the work
Every engagement I take on is grounded in the same core conviction: sustainable leadership requires self-awareness, relational skills, and a genuine commitment to the growth of others. I bring research-grounded frameworks, deep listening, and a direct style that respects your experiences and your time.