Smiling woman in a blue button-down shirt standing beside a tree outdoors
Smiling woman in a blue button-down shirt standing beside a tree outdoors

Nice to meet you

At the heart of my work is a curiosity about people and a lifelong interest in what helps us navigate the complicated, beautiful business of being human.

Growing up internationally and moving between cultures, I became fascinated by the many ways people experience and make sense of the world. I saw how those differences can make life richer, but can also lead to misunderstanding, tension, and conflict. This led me to study dispute resolution and continue working around the globe. As a mediator and organizational ombuds, I spent years helping people navigate difficult relationships and situations. I saw firsthand the devastating toll unresolved conflict can take, but also the incredible transformation that can occur when people have the support that allows them to show up intentionally rather than reactively.

Over time, I became increasingly interested in how our own internal conflicts have such a significant impact on our external ones. This led me to study the contemplative practices and the role of stillness, reflection, and imagination in helping us see beyond the immediate concerns in front of us and make sense of our lives.

I founded Forge Collaborative because I believe we have far more influence over our lives and the world around us than we often recognize. I want to help people discover that agency and put it to work for good.

I live in Sacramento, California with my husband and our two kids. Outside of work, I love making music, reading a wide range of books, and spending time in nature.

Experience & Credentials

  • 15+ years as a coach, mediator, facilitator, and trainer

  • Coached hundreds of leaders and trained thousands of professionals

  • 7 years of executive leadership and board service

  • Experience across healthcare, higher education, nonprofit, government, and private sectors

  • Master of Dispute Resolution (MDR), Straus Institute, Pepperdine University School of Law

  • Certified Organizational Ombuds & Certified Spiritual Director

  • Professional experience across Asia, the Middle East, and Africa

Organizations I Have Served

UC Davis · UC Davis Health · Pepperdine University · Sutter Health · St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital · Washington University UC Berkeley · Stanford · NASA · U.S. Department of Energy · MacArthur Foundation · Westmont College

Let’s Connect

We'll talk about what you're navigating and what you're hoping to achieve. Together, we'll consider whether Forge Collaborative is the right fit and what kind of support would be most useful. All communication is confidential and there is no obligation to move forward.