Nobody teaches you the people part.

I help leaders and organizations navigate the human side of work – from Executive advising and developing managers to strengthening organizational culture, navigating change and making strategy happen.


LET'S TALK ABOUT WHAT'S REALLY GOING ON.

You promoted your best employee. Nobody taught them how to manage people.


Everyone knows there's a performance problem. Nobody wants to address it.


Your staff say everything's fine. But is it?


You've got great people. So why isn't the team working?


Every decision still goes through you. And you're exhausted.


You've got a strategic plan. Now who's making it happen?


Sound familiar? This is the people park and here’s how I can help






Sometimes the most important things happening in an organization are the things nobody's saying out loud.

Through confidential conversations, an organizational health assessment, and practical recommendations, I help you understand what's working, what's getting in the way, and what needs attention.

Best for: Organizations navigating growth, leadership transitions, staff turnover, or concerns about trust, communication, and culture.

THE CULTURE CHECK-UP



Being a great contributor doesn't automatically make you a great manager. And most people are promoted without ever being taught how to lead others.

This practical management development program helps new and emerging managers build the skills that matter: giving feedback, delegating, navigating conflict, setting expectations, and helping people do their best work.

Best for: Organizations developing new managers, strengthening leadership capacity, or building more consistent management practices.

MANAGEMENT TRAINING


Leadership can be lonely. Especially when you're navigating complex decisions, competing priorities, difficult personalities, and big the expectations.

I provide ongoing, confidential coaching and advisory support for executive directors and senior leaders who want an experienced thinking partner - someone who will listen, challenge assumptions, and help them figure out what comes next.

Best for: Executive directors, CEOs, and senior leaders navigating organizational complexity, change, or demanding leadership roles.

EXECUTIVE ADVISING







I ALSO WORK WITH ORGANIZATIONS ON


Organizational Development & Strategy
Strategic planning, organizational structures, governance, decision-making, and change.

Feedback & Performance
Performance reviews, accountability, difficult conversations, and building cultures where honest feedback is normal.

Team Dynamics & Facilitation
Leadership retreats, team alignment, workplace conflict, and the conversations that help teams move forward.

Executive Coaching
Individual coaching for leaders navigating decisions, relationships, transitions, and the challenges of managing people.

Let's Talk About What You Need

  • “Mel’s coaching brings clarity and confidence during high-pressure moments. She helps you focus on what matters."

    Heather R.
    (Nonprofit Operations & Organisational Management Consultant)

  • “Mel is an exceptional coach – energizing, honest, and deeply skilled. She listens, respects your experience, and works alongside you in real partnership. She helped guide me through complex change with clarity, candor, and practical tools. Simply put: Mel is outstanding."

    Mitch A.
    (Executive Director, Amazon Frontlines)

  • "Mel's coaching turned overwhelm into action. What a great investment.”

    Jesse E.
    (Non-profit founder and Entrepreneur)

  • "Everything felt clearer, calmer, and possible after just one session."

    Jessi R.
    (Navigating co-parenting with former spouse)

  • “I tell people all the time what a godsend Mel is. The conversations she facilitates are transformative – helping you communicate more clearly, resolve tension, and build stronger relationships.”

    Alma D.
    (Attorney)

  • “Our team brings together movement leaders, technologists and human rights activists, each with different experiences and perspectives. Mel helped us establish shared goals, improve communication and build a culture of openness, accountability and honest feedback. We now work together more effectively, with an organizational culture that reflects our values.”

    Freya P.
    (Rights Action Lab)