My interest in and obsession with finding ways to fuel business success began when I was under the age of 10. Now, with an MBA and years of experience in human resources and business management, I’m committed to helping busy leaders recognize and develop their potential.

When you work with me, you’ll discover I’m different from other executive. I don’t just deliver a few training sessions and then cut you loose. I’m a coach who has completed a year-long coaching certification training program and have more than five years of experience coaching leaders in all areas of their careers. With that background, I have the knowledge and tools to offer insight, support, and feedback as you hone your leadership strategies and skills.

 
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1982 - 1990

My passion for business begins at our family-operated, full-service gas and auto repair station. My mom is the owner and lead mechanic. I’m 7 years old and have simple payroll responsibilities and serve as the janitor.

2002

My first job in human resources. I become increasingly curious about people’s behavior at work and how they function on teams.

2003

Earn my M.B.A. from Chaminade University of Honolulu. My favorite courses were those centered on organizational development; organizational psychology fascinates me.

2008

Appointed as the Chair of the Leadership Development Task Force for a large local non-profit.

2016

Complete a year-long executive coaching certification through the University of Texas at Dallas. Become a member of the International Coaching Federation. Become a certified Myers-Briggs Type Indicator® practitioner.

2017

Launch Sequel Professional Development to provide individual and team coaching and development. Clients include individual business owners in Japan and America, non-profit teams, and for-profit corporations.

 
 

That’s my story.

Let’s talk about yours.