From Invisible to Impactful

How My Journey Began…

You’ve done everything “right”—you’ve worked hard, earned the credentials, and followed the rules. But you still feel stuck. Overlooked. Like you’re carrying more than your share and still not getting the visibility, leadership opportunities, or alignment you deserve.

I know how that feels—because I’ve lived it.

For years, I was the “go-to” person behind the scenes. The one who kept everything together—at work, at home, and in my community. I excelled in tech and nonprofit spaces, quietly carrying the load, hoping someone would finally recognize my value.

But promotions didn’t come. Recognition didn’t come. And the truth hit hard: working harder isn’t the same as being seen.

That was my turning point.

I stopped waiting for permission and started advocating for myself. I found mentorship, clarity, and the courage to lead in a way that felt true to me—not the version of leadership I thought I had to fit into.

Now, I help other women do the same.

Ready to work with a coach who truly gets it? Let's connect!

What I Do

I’m a career and leadership clarity coach, certified in culturally competent coaching and DEI practices, with a background in tech, nonprofit strategy, and operations. I work with underrepresented professionals—especially women of color and nonprofit leaders—to help them:

  • Clarify their next step without losing themselves

  • Communicate their value with confidence

  • Step into leadership without burning out

  • Build careers that align with their values, voice, and vision

Through 1:1 coaching, group programs, and practical frameworks like GROW (Goal, Reality, Options, Will), I offer real transformation—not just career advice.

Why It Matters

I built this work for the woman I used to be—quietly brilliant, deeply burned out, and unsure how to move forward without compromising who she was.

If that’s you? You don’t have to figure it out alone.

Let’s build your next chapter—with clarity, confidence, and courage.

What People Are Saying

  • Carina M.

    “

    Shirlene's impact at my organization was extraordinary.
    In the early days of my mentoring relation with her, I remember feeling shocked that a stranger would take this much time and energy to help me reach my goals. How could someone be that good?! Because of her strategic support, I was able to grow intro two new roles.

    ”

  • Sam H.

    “

    Shirlene has been an invaluable mentor to me. Fundamentally, she possessed a wealth of knowledge and experience of our industry. Moreover, she always had a willingness to share this expertise and invest time and effort in helping not only myself but many others. In my instance, she guided me through the intricacies of our field and offered invaluable insights that impacted my trajectory.

    Her mentorship was never generic, rather she took the time to understand my goals and strengths. She then provided targeted guidance and resources suited to my professional development. She encouraged critical thinking, problem-solving, and continuous learning that led to successes in my role.

    To summarize, I confidently recommend Shirlene as an exceptional leader able to enhance the performance of any mentee or individual on her team.

    ”

  • Summer M.

    “

    There are so many wonderful things I can say about Shirlene, like her passion for using tools to provide clean and impactful data, or her ability to create processes for large teams to work more efficiently.

    But what I want to highlight about Shirlene is her dedication to mentorship, advocacy, and genuinely wanting to see individuals reach their fullest potential as consultants, and leaders within the community.

    She is an individual with a true understanding of what it means to lift others up as you climb to the top. I have learned a lot from her and would recommend that any company have someone like Shirlene on their team.

    ”

“My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.”

- Maya Angelou

Motivation comes from within — and I’m here to help you activate it.