About Heather

Building the Confident and Inspiring Leaders Your Business Needs Next.

I do this work because I believe leadership is one of the most human things we can do — and too often, we make it harder than it needs to be.

After years in HR and operations, I saw firsthand what happens when technically brilliant people are promoted into leadership roles without the confidence, tools, or mindset to lead well. That gap costs organizations time, talent, and trust — and it leaves new leaders feeling overwhelmed, isolated, or like they’re faking it.

I created this business to change that. I design leadership development programs, coaching experiences, and practical tools that meet people where they are — and help them grow into leaders who can inspire, decide, and deliver.

Because when leaders show up with clarity, confidence, and care? Every person in the organization benefits.

Let’s Build Better Leaders For Your Company.

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Why I Care About the Way We Lead

I didn’t set out to be a coach…

I followed my curiosity about what makes people tick, and that path led me here. I spent over 25 years in retail and HR leadership roles, supporting teams through big challenges, major growth, and everything in between. Along the way, I realized my favorite part of every job was helping leaders find their footing, grow their confidence, and show up in a way that felt real — not robotic.

Today, I work with organizations that want more from their leadership development. Not fluff or theory, but grounded, human support that actually shifts how people lead. Whether I’m running a workshop or coaching a senior leader, my goal is the same: to make leadership feel more doable — and more impactful — for the people who carry its weight every day.

Clients say I bring clarity, calm, and just the right dose of humour to the work. If that sounds like the kind of partner you’re looking for, I’d love to connect.

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I LOVE...

  • Long bike rides that end with snacks.

  • Thoughtful conversations over strong coffee.

  • Learning random things and immediately wanting to teach them to someone else.

I LOATHE...

  • Being overscheduled (even if I did it to myself).

  • Small talk with no follow-up.

  • Meetings with no point, plan, or snacks.

FUN FACTS…

  • I’ve biked hundreds of kilometers but still get lost in IKEA.

  • My dog, Norman, thinks he’s my co-facilitator (and honestly, he might be right).

  • A client once said she learned more from me than ChatGPT. (Sorry, robot friends!.)

What I Bring To The Table

With over two decades of experience leading teams, developing talent, and coaching high performers, I blend business pragmatism with deep insight into how people grow. I’ve worked across industries — from field-based operations to fast-paced tech — and I’ve seen firsthand what helps leaders thrive (and what gets in their way).


Here’s a snapshot of my background:

Experience

  • 10+ years in operations leadership roles (retail, customer-facing environments)

  • 15 years in HR and Talent Development (in companies from 100 to 80,000+ employees)

  • Designed and led leadership programs, executive retreats, and performance systems

  • Supported leaders through rapid growth, restructuring, and succession planning

Certifications & Tools

  • Certified Professional Coach (CPCC, ICF)

  • Certified in DiSC, Leadership Circle Profile (LCP), SuccessFinder

  • Trained in neuroscience-informed leadership and EQ frameworks

How I Work

  • Grounded in real-world leadership

  • Practical, human-first approach — no jargon

  • Known for clarity, calm, and just enough humour to keep things real

Are you a good fit for leadership coaching?

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This is a list of criteria that viewers can use to decide if they need what you offer, based on these bullet points.

    • You’re committed to growing real leadership capacity — in yourself or your team

    • You’ve seen how promoting technical experts without support leads to frustration and fallout

    • You want leadership development that’s practical, personalized, and actually sticks

    • You value clarity, curiosity, and a human-first approach — with just enough humour to keep it real

    • You’re ready to invest in thoughtful, lasting growth — not just check a box

    • You’re looking for a quick fix, generic training, or theory without action

    • You want someone to do the leadership work, not partner in it

    • You’re not open to reflection, feedback, or change

    • You prefer a rigid, corporate approach over a grounded, human one

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