About
I started Aspiring Leaders, a boutique coaching practice, in 2014. This was a natural transition into what I have always most enjoyed in my various corporate leadership roles, which was supporting leaders in their development and seeing them grow, take on new challenges and advance.
As a leadership coach, I now have the privilege of partnering with growth oriented business professionals, leaders and specialists. My clients are focused on elevating their impact and well being, and I partner with them on that journey to achieve their personal growth and professional development objectives.
My coaching experience and specialization in emotional intelligence is complemented by over 20 years of business leadership experience in a general management capacity as a P&L owner within a variety of industries, including financial services, insurance, professional services and legal.
I have a long history of leading and managing teams of various sizes and people of all professional levels. After starting my career on the front lines in customer service and quickly finding my passion for leading teams, I advanced professionally into senior executive roles, most recently as Canadian President of a Fortune 500 in insurance and financial services, and as COO in a leading, Toronto-based law firm.
In addition to my coaching practice, I am on the board of directors of CAA Club Group and past chair of the boards of Echelon Insurance and Orion Travel Insurance Company, and member of various committees.
A summary of my coaching and business credentials is as follows:
- Associate Certified Coach (ACC), International Coaching Federation
- Daniel Goleman Emotional Intelligence Coaching Certification
- Certified in the administration of the following assessments:
- MRG’s LEA 360 and LEA Suite
- MRG’s Individual Directions Inventory
- Korn Ferry’s Emotional and Social Competency Index 360
- Facilitate Everything DiSC psychometric assessments
- ICD.D designation from ICD-Rotman Directors Education Program
- MBA from University of Toronto’s Rotman School of Management and Management Studies Diploma from McMaster University
This unique blend of professional experience facilitates a practical and productive approach to coaching within a fulfilling, supportive partnership. More on my professional experience can be found on my LinkedIn profile.
I welcome the opportunity to connect, whether that be an exploratory call about coaching or a face to face meeting about your specific coaching needs and how my coaching approach may support you. Please contact me by email to schedule a call or request additional information.