My Mission
Welcome, I'm Dana. My mission is to elevate how leaders and teams achieve success by aligning their strengths and vision with sustainable business growth.
People are the heartbeat of any organization, connecting the dots (or creating walls) across all business areas. When individuals thrive, the entire organization prospers.
This belief fuels my passion for coaching and consulting, enabling leaders to excel, teams to thrive, and individuals to flourish in their careers and lives, all while making a positive profit and impact on the world.
My Unique Approach
Combining over 20 years of corporate leadership, global HR experience, and career coaching, I offer a distinctive blend of business acumen, people skills, and tactical expertise. My methods are grounded in practical strategies that deliver tangible results, balancing the human element with business objectives. Whether navigating complex challenges, elevating leadership capabilities, or seeking a more fulfilling career path, I provide custom-fit solutions that inspire confidence and create new levels of success.
Professional Background
I launched my consulting business in 2014, initially based in Santa Barbara, CA, and now operating from Hood River, OR. My prior experience includes fourteen years of senior-level HR positions at Raytheon, a $24 billion aerospace and defense leader with over 70,000 employees worldwide. My specialties included:
Executive and Leadership Coaching
Strategic Business and HR Planning
Scaling for Business Growth and Cultural Transformation
Organizational Effectiveness and Employee Engagement
Team Dynamics and Talent Development
Training and Workshop Facilitation
I hold an MBA in Global Management and Organizational Change from Thunderbird, the American Graduate School of International Management, and two bachelor’s degrees from the University of Minnesota. I am also a top graduate of Raytheon’s 2-year HR Leadership Program. Read my complete profile on Linkedin.
Creating a New Success Paradigm
For years, I’ve guided clients to achieve extraordinary success, often faster than they ever imagined. This happens when leaders discover and embrace their unique leadership path and style. When you’re ready to elevate your business and team or make a significant career leap, remarkable transformations occur.
My mission is to create a new success paradigm for leaders and teams that integrates the power of people's potential into the core of business growth. This approach drives real results. Just as meaningful relationships and activities matter in our personal lives, they are crucial in the workplace. Many workplace challenges stem from the fundamental human desire to be respected, appreciated, heard, and engaged in meaningful work.
What people say about the work…
““Whatever I write about Dana will only scratch the very surface of what she is all about and the impacts that she makes. Some people have intangible capabilities that need to be experienced in order to really be understood. Dana is one of those people. She is one of the most well rounded, sincere, intelligent and caring individuals I have met and I have personally seen her accomplish remarkable and lasting success in some of the most challenging business environments.””
““The end result matters but so does how you get there. Dana gets there the right way and will help you to do the same.” ”
““Dana has the unique ability to see the “Bigger Picture.” This in conjunction with her ability to assess someone’s leadership ability makes Dana an extremely talented person to know, and I can’t thank her enough for supporting me in my career.” ”
Ready to Transform Your Leadership and Career?
If you resonate with this approach and are ready to elevate your leadership, team, or career to the next level, let’s connect. I’m excited to partner with you on this journey and help you achieve your goals.