Qualifications

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I am a passionate leader and have devoted my professional journey to a profound purpose — to enhance the quality of life for people and the planet. I am an environmentalist and a humanist. As a versatile force in the corporate and nonprofit worlds, I have worn various hats, serving as a CEO, business leader, board member, technical expert, management consultant, and professional engineer. I am fortunate as my career has unfolded as a remarkable mix of unique and diverse experiences, far from the ordinary.

I have worked in over 50 countries. I also lived abroad for more than 10 years, immersing myself in local cultures—from Belgium and The Netherlands to The Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, and Brazil. Now, after spending over a decade of experience leading three organizations, I am focused on consolidating my broad skill set and wealth of experiences to support other leaders and organizations. My aspiration for Catapult For Change is to leverage my expertise to assist clients in overcoming challenges, unlocking their potential, and collaboratively launching innovative ideas to bring them success.

I am a compassionate advocate and champion for businesses that have a positive impact on people and the planet. In addition to Catapult For Change, I am currently also the CEO of a second venture that I founded - the Flourishing Work Alliance (FW Alliance). Its mission is to make workplace flourishing a measure of success based on the science behind human flourishing. Prior to the FW Alliance, I was the CEO of B Lab Global where I led a nonprofit network that is transforming the global economy to benefit all people, communities, and the planet through the certification of B Corps. 

Prior to B Lab, I was the CEO of Water For People, global Water Business Group Executive at Arcadis, and a preeminent water expert at Jacobs (formerly CH2M). Over the years, I was responsible for budgets ranging from $20 million to $450 million. In these roles I committed myself to ensuring millions had access to quality water services. I oversaw substantial engineering programs, and contributed to the design and implementation of numerous noteworthy water infrastructure projects globally. I achieved a pinnacle in my career in 2020 when I was recognized as one of the select few professional engineers that have contributions significant enough to the engineering profession to be inducted into the National Academy of Engineering. Recently I was also recognized as one of the Top 30 Global Women Thought Leaders by NBC.

My professional journey includes collaborating with various executive and team coaches throughout my career for my own professional development. I am applying the skills I acquired, coupled with my extensive experience and training, to offer valuable coaching support to others. I am a Certified Coach through the Coach Training Alliance.

Outside of work, I am an explorer and curious learner. I am happy when discovering the richness of Colorado nature or venturing into different corners of the world alongside my husband and two boys. I find joy in many activities including gravel and ultra-cycling, training my dogs in agility and tricks, practicing yoga, cooking, playing pickleball and mahjong, and indulging in the pleasures of a good book.

You can learn more about me by reading my LinkedIn profile here. You can also listen and get to know me in this interview podcast hosted by Kathy Lawless - How Did I Get Here? Case studies of my work are available upon request.