Overview and Strengths
Lara works with individuals, teams, and organizations to motivate them to reach their potential, heighten their performance, and live with purpose. An award-winning Leadership Coach, Creator, Facilitator, and former HR Executive, she is recognized for her leadership expertise and passion for employee development.
Lara is at her best when working with individuals and teams, inspiring them to grow, step into leadership and discover their joy. With over 20 years of Human Resources experience, Lara has become a model for leading conversations with courage, empathy, and authenticity. She is a Professional Certified Coach with the International Coaching Federation and is a trained Certified Professional Co-Active Coach, Organization and Relationships Systems Coach, and Positive Intelligence Coach.
Lara spent close to 15 years as a Vice President in Human Resources, Organizational Development, and Learning & Development in both the educational and corporate sectors. In addition, Lara has contributed as a writer to professional journals and spoken globally on leadership, culture transformation, and coaching. Inspiring courage, possibility, and joy are what drive Lara both personally and professionally.
Specializations
- Executive Coaching
- Executive Presence
- HR Strategy
- Facilitation
- Leadership Development
- Women in Leadership
- Communication and Presentation Skills
- Emotional Intelligence
Experience
- People and Organizational Development
- Leadership and Coaching
Education
- Queens University BAH
- Ryerson University CHRM
Certifications
- Professional Certified Coach (ICF)
- Co-Active Training Institute, Co-Active Professional Certified
- Coach, Leadership Coaching CRR Global, ORSC trained coach
- Workshop Facilitator for Think on Your Feet
- The Skilled Presenter ©
- Think On Your Feet ©
- Positive Intelligence Coach
- Red Team Coach Practitioner (Critical & Strategic Thinking)
