About

For 30 years, I have advised companies from start-ups to global firms, supporting individuals, teams, and organizations to do their best work. My diverse experiences included working with leaders from around the world and at all levels, from CEOs to individual contributors, with the unified goal of helping them accomplish great things, especially during transformations.

Most recently, I was the Chief Human Resources Executive for 23andMe and GRAIL, successfully navigating through dynamic times including: hybrid work, corporate activism, advancing Diversity Equity and Inclusion, public offerings, and acquisitions. This real life experience taught me what it takes to lead in dynamic and even chaotic times.

My career focus has been working with progressive global companies collaborating with organizations ranging from 300-90,000 people in Biotech, Pharma, and Technology. 

I have also worked abroad in Switzerland and Singapore for over 11 years, which has given me a unique perspective on the differences and similarities of people across the globe. 

My career journey started in the world of non-profit activism working on environmental and consumer protection issues. I brought my passion for making positive change to the corporate setting believing that we create high performance cultures through compassionate leadership.

On a personal note, I love to travel and hike with my family. Most of the pictures on this website were taken on our travels by Anne Kohler, my wife, who is an amazing photographer and life partner.

Coaching Approach

Every situation, individual, and company is unique. My approach is to understand the values and practices that will drive future performance whether an individual or team. I deploy a wide set of assessments, tools, experiences, coaching support, and data driven experiments to deliver on outcomes.

Education/Training

Partnerships

I enjoy collaborating with innovative professionals who bring a diversity of perspectives. In addition to my own coaching company, I am an active facilitator, coach, and trainer with three organizations who deeply understand how to develop great leaders: