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Life is messy. People are messy. And leadership? It's the most gloriously complicated mess of all. Within that complexity - the competing agendas, the missed cues, the baggage we all carry, there are real moments of grace, possibility, and human connection. That's the work. I believe leadership isn't about doing more. It's about coming home to the parts of yourself you left behind and letting go of the parts that no longer serve you or the people you lead. It's about re-authoring your story, on purpose. I'm a connector of dots. I read voraciously, talk to everyone, and find patterns where others see noise. I bring that same instinct to every engagement, helping you see the through-lines in your own story, your team, and your organization. When the dots connect, things shift. People shift. That's the good stuff.
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I'm Terry, an organizational development expert, executive coach, and genuinely curious human being. For over 25 years I've been sitting across from leaders at pivotal moments: new roles, stuck teams, culture drift, and the quiet crisis of wondering whether the way you've always led is still working. The answer is often that it isn't. And that's actually good news. My sweet spot is the intersection of the strategic and the deeply human. I've spent my career inside global organizations like Autodesk, Zscaler, and Ledcor, not as an outside observer, but as the person accountable for building cultures where leaders could actually lead. As VP of Research at The Josh Bersin Company, I was at the forefront of what modern leadership development looks like and why it matters. Now I bring all of that - the research, the scar tissue, the hard-won perspective - directly to you. I work with individual leaders who are ready to grow past the edges of who they've been and with executive teams who want to become more than the sum of their parts. Nothing here is off-the-shelf. Every engagement is tailored to your context, your challenges, and the kind of leader you are trying to become.
ABOUT
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I am...
A dot-connector. A straight-talker. An organizational development nerd who makes it interesting. Warm, but direct.
I love...
Dogs (big ones...and some littles). Books (always more than one on the go). Black coffee. Long conversations that go somewhere unexpected. Connecting ideas that have no business being in the same sentence.
I promise...
That everyone who works with me will leave the engagement feeling more capable, more clear, and more like themselves than when they started.
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Twenty-five-plus years. Multiple industries. One through-line: helping leaders and organizations become more of what they're capable of.
Here's what I bring:
I don't just know the theory. I've lived the work.
Terry has assisted us for over seven years with respect to communication, leadership, succession planning and countless other organizational initiatives. She is knowledgeable, experienced, thoughtful and impeccably well-prepared. What impressed us the most, however, is Terry’s ability to connect on a meaningful level with a wide variety of people and personalities. She engenders a deep level of trust in a remarkably short period of time and it is that trust in Terry which has allowed our firm to continue to improve, year after year. Terry has played an important part in the story of our firm and we will always be immensely grateful for her efforts.
— Kiu Ghanavizchian, Partner, Blair Mackay Mynett Valuations Inc.
Terry is gifted with a rare combination of intelligence, curiosity, thoughtfulness and fearlessness. She has an ability to build trust, create connections, synthesize complex issues and move projects forward to successful outcomes. Terry is a deeply experiences OD/LD thinker, leader and practitioner. She knows the work, and she knows how to apply it in a variety of different organizational environments. She is committed, kind, and an absolute delight to work with.
— Geoff Scales, President, Dialogik Creative Leadership
It was a privilege to work with Terry during a pivotal period of professional growth. Terry provided insightful support, encouragement, and practical feedback that enable me to navigate rapid growth and unexpected challenges with clarity and confidence. As an advocate, coach, and inspiring partner, she empowered me to elevate my leadership and move forward with renewed purpose. I am a stronger, more confident executive as a result of our collaboration. I wholeheartedly recommend Terry as an executive coach.
— Amy Ivey, SVP Marketing, Mirastar Credit Union
Terry was an exceptional facilitator. She possesses a remarkable ability to navigate diverse perspectives and foster collaboration among high-level executives. Terry consistently demonstrates professionalism, strategic insight, and a deep understanding of group dynamics, making her an invaluable asset to any organization seeking to enhance teamwork and achieve collective goals.
— Nicole Finnegan, Director, Chief of Staff, CPA Council of Chief Executives
Terry and I go back to our Intrawest days, and some people just stay in your orbit for good reason. She has a gift for holding the big picture and the nuance at the same time, and she brings a kind of clarity to the work that is genuinely rare. Sharp, soulful, and really good company.
— Tracy Hutton, SVP Global Talent, Lululemon
I found the right coach!! Terry took time to understand my needs and goals. She helped me narrow down and focus on areas of refinement. With Terry’s empathetic and positive coaching style, I experienced growth in my leadership skills and capabilities. Terry also helped me navigate some very challenging circumstances with grace and professionalism. Finding a great coach that fits your needs can be a journey. Terry should definitely be on your short list of executive coaches to consider!
— Hilary Sinclair, Transformation & Change Leader, VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation