Leadership Coaching & Resources

Through my career, I've gained in-depth expertise in leadership principles, team dynamics, organizational development, allowing me to coach individuals at all levels of leadership. My experience in hiring, succession planning, and developing talent has given me a keen understanding of what it takes to cultivate strong leaders and high-performing teams. I've worked with diverse groups, guided emerging leaders, and helped seasoned leaders refine their skills to meet evolving business challenges. Additionally, my passion for coaching and developing others has always centered around creating environments that empower individuals to unlock their potential and thrive. Beyond my practical experience, I bring a genuine commitment to coaching others and a belief that leadership is not just about authority but about influence, integrity, and most importantly, service to others. My approach integrates both strategic insight and personal development, ensuring that those I coach not only grown in their professional abilities but also in their character and confidence as leaders.

Welcome to my profile! With a robust background in marketing and communications, I bring a unique perspective to leadership development. My experience spans across top companies like Amazon and Dotdash Meredith, where I honed my skills in strategic planning, cross-functional collaboration, and performance analysis. I have successfully led teams, developed impactful campaigns, and driven significant growth in various sectors, including beauty, personal care, and digital media. My approach to coaching is rooted in fostering strong client relationships and leveraging data-driven insights to achieve measurable results. Whether you're looking to enhance your leadership skills or navigate complex organizational challenges, I'm here to guide you every step of the way. Let's connect and explore how I can help you reach your leadership goals! In my current role, working as a Team Lead has allowed me to stretch my leadership muscles both internally and externally. Are you looking to take on more leadership on your team or show leadership in a C-Suite Meeting Room? Let's connect on this.

Welcome to my profile! I'm passionate about helping individuals to optimize their potential. With over 15 years of experience in leadership development, I've had the privilege of coaching hundreds of individuals to enhance their leadership skills and achieve their professional goals. My background includes Global Head of Leadership Development roles at The D. E. Shaw Group and Goldman Sachs, where I coached leaders in trading, investment banking, engineering, and support functions. Before working in financial services, I specialized in leadership development and assessment in K-12 education, developing non-profit and public sector leaders. I hold an MBA in Strategy from Yale School of Management and received my executive coaching credential from Columbia University. Whether you're looking to refine your leadership style or navigate complex organizational challenges, I'm here to provide tailored coaching and support. Let's connect and explore how I can help you reach your full potential!

I’m a certified leadership coach (ICF-ACC) and former Head of People at a Series C fintech, along with additional experience in talent development roles across a range of industries including Tech, Entertainment, Corporate Real Estate, Financial Services, and Hospitality industries, at small startups and F500 companies alike. I've built leadership development programs from the ground up and coached dozens of new and emerging managers through real-world challenges. I know what it’s like to step into a role that feels bigger than your current skillset - and how to grow into it without losing your authenticity or burning out. Now, as a full-time coach, I work with first-time managers, high-potential leaders, and folks navigating messy transitions. My approach is practical, down-to-earth, and rooted in the belief that great leadership starts with self-awareness and clear communication - not jargon or performative feedback models. Whether you're struggling with confidence, team dynamics, or just figuring out your own leadership style, I can help you lead with more intention, presence, and trust in yourself.

If you’re a leader who feels stretched thin, unsure how to inspire your team, or stuck in unproductive patterns, I’ll help you build the skills and self-awareness to lead with greater impact. We’ll work on practical strategies for managing your team, communicating clearly, and creating balance — while also tackling the inner critic that can undermine your confidence. My clients learn how to handle burnout, strengthen relationships with their teams and peers, and develop a leadership style that feels authentic. We also focus on learning how to give and receive effective feedback. The result: more effective, resilient leadership that drives results without sacrificing your wellbeing.

Diana supports rising achievers in becoming compassionate leaders, new managers in their journeys from uncertain supervisors to rock star bosses, and both early career and experienced executives hone in on what they want from their careers in this season of life. She works with clients on the brink of growth and transformation, helping them to ensure their genius is at work, their values are in alignment and they are building a context for themselves and others to thrive.

My coaching style is rooted in my deep curiosity about people and problems, skillful active listening, and an honest yet empathetic conversational style that immediately puts clients at ease. I support the client in setting clear objectives at the outset of an initial engagement and in subsequent individual sessions. I am mindful to ensure that sessions remain effective and precisely targeted to the client's goals, but I also have a flexible approach that allows me to explore deeper issues as they arise. I am adaptable coach who uses strong emotional intelligence to meet clients where they are, whether they need a cheerleader to bolster their self-confidence, a tough partner to challenge their assumptions, or a calm and patient voice to help them hold themself accountable. Clients often cite my ability to help them simplify complex problems into smaller, digestible parts that help illuminate solutions. I apply similar skills when I am working with clients who need to navigate overwhelming situations like a career change or a difficult interpersonal environment in the workplace. In these situations, I work with clients to craft powerful personal narratives or to prepare talking points for high-stakes conversations. Clients often cite how much they value my adeptness in helping them put into words what they have been thinking and feeling but have been unable to say or write for themselves. Finally, after having traveled to or worked on six out of the seven continents, clients often value my ability to empathize with clients of diverse backgrounds and cultures and to approach coaching engagements in a nuanced, non-threatening and authentic manner.

I'm a certified Neuro-Shine Technology™ coach, and have over 10 years of consulting experience at a Big 4 accounting firm. With over a decade of experience at EY, where I advanced to the role of Business Transformation Manager, I have supported companies across various industries and been exposed to a wide range of corporate cultures. This experience illuminated my passion for people advocacy and leadership development. Working closely with diverse teams and leaders has deepened my understanding of what it takes to foster growth and drive success. As a coach, I help individuals at all stages of their careers unlock their potential by creating and maintaining environments where individuals feel supported, heard, and appreciated, while also encouraging them to be their authentic selves. Together, we'll deepen your self-awareness, clarify your vision for success, find your spark, and enhance your confidence needed whether at work or a family gathering. Whatever your goals are, I'm here to support your journey!

With over a decade of experience across various industries, from fast-paced startups to Fortune 100 companies, I bring a wealth of knowledge in leadership development. I’ve successfully transitioned from individual contributor to managing diverse teams, building departments from the ground up, and driving strategic initiatives. My approach to leadership coaching focuses on helping professionals navigate the challenges of leadership, build confidence, and lead with authenticity. I specialize in coaching individuals to step into their leadership roles with clarity and purpose, leveraging a values-driven framework that emphasizes self-awareness, empathy, and sustainable success. Whether you're looking to refine your leadership style, grow into a managerial position, or lead more effectively, I offer personalized, actionable guidance to help you lead with impact.

I have 18 years of coaching experience, 30+ years as an executive for international technology, marketing & sales teams, within companies like IBM, Viacom & Time Warner. I am accredited by the International Coaching Federation and the European Mentoring & Coaching Council. I also have a Master's degree in Interactive Telecommunications and training in organisational and positive psychology and cognitive behavioral therapy. I have coached more than 500 clients, across more than 200 companies, 14 industries, and 32 countries. My clients are at all stages of their career, from ICs to the C-Suite.