I have spent nearly five decades helping people grow—first as a public educator, then as a corporate executive, and now as an executive coach. Whether working with students, Fortune 100 leaders, or newly promoted managers, I have always believed in the power of practical learning and the importance of helping others achieve meaningful results. I did not come into this profession through a conventional route. I came through the back door—through real-world experience, hard-earned insight, and the belief that good leadership is built in the moment, not just taught in theory.

I grew up in a working-class home in Missouri. My mother worked in a kitchen, and my father drove a cab. They were honest, caring people who believed in hard work, keeping your word, and treating everyone with respect. Their example shaped not only my character but also the way I lead and coach others today.

I began my professional life in public education. Early in my career, I served as a teacher and administrator at the secondary, post-secondary, and collegiate levels. Midway through my journey, I transitioned into corporate leadership. I served as a senior consultant, vice president of human resources, and vice president of training and development. My work spanned small businesses and Fortune 500 companies. Along the way, I learned that leadership challenges are remarkably consistent: aligning people, clarifying direction, and building trust.

Coaching, for me, is not about theory or buzzwords. It is about helping real people navigate real situations. I do not see myself as a sage on the stage. I prefer being a guide on the side—someone who listens deeply, asks purposeful questions, and helps leaders reflect, reframe, and act. One of my clients once said, “You make the complicated feel doable.” That comment has stayed with me for years. If I can help someone move from stuck to clear or scattered to focused, I have done meaningful work.

People describe me as authentic, steady, and results-focused. I take pride in that. I do not overcomplicate things. I help leaders identify what matters most, use time wisely, and lead in alignment with their roles and values. My coaching is rooted in trust, clarity, and a shared commitment to growth.

In 2024, I formally retired from full-time corporate work, but I was not finished. I founded Agile Leadership Specialty Services, LLC, because I knew I still had something to offer. Coaching is how I continue to serve. I partner with leaders who are ready to grow and willing to do the work. Leadership is not mastered once—it is developed moment by moment, choice by choice.

Today’s workplace demands agility—not just in systems, but in thinking, relationships, and behavior. That is why I coach in real time. I work with clients in the context of their current role and challenges. I do not believe in coaching that is abstract or disconnected from daily work. I believe in coaching that improves how someone shows up at work tomorrow morning.

One client story stays with me. A regional operations leader was avoiding hard conversations. He hesitated to set expectations, delayed follow-through, and hoped things would resolve on their own. Throughout our engagement, we focused on communication, confidence, and accountability. By our final session, he had not only strengthened his leadership but had begun mentoring others through similar challenges. That is the power of focused, real-time coaching. That is the power of focused, real-time coaching.

My experience in education, corporate leadership, and organizational development shapes my approach. I also rely on assessment tools to deepen insight and support behavioral change. Instruments such as PXT Select™, CheckPoint 360™, Everything DiSC®, and The Five Behaviors® help clients better understand themselves and lead with greater impact.

What makes coaching meaningful is not only improved performance—it is the personal growth behind it. Confidence, clarity, and courage often emerge when a leader realizes they are not stuck—they are simply ready for a new way forward. Coaching is not about fixing people. It is about equipping them to lead well from where they are.

I bring my whole self to the work—my professional experience, my upbringing, my values, and my steady belief in people’s capacity to grow. I coach with purpose and presence, not performance. I am not here to impress. I am here to help.

I hold a Bachelor of Science in Education with an emphasis in vocational and technical education and a Master of Education in School Administration, both from the University of Missouri. I have led teams, built leadership development programs, facilitated executive retreats, and coached leaders across industries and organizational levels. I have had the privilege to work with leaders in North and South America, Europe, Asia, Africa, and Australia.

Through Agile Leadership Specialty Services, LLC, I coach leaders to succeed in their current and future roles. I specialize in executive coaching, agile leadership, team development, and assessment-based growth strategies. My clients value my grounded approach, business understanding, and commitment to helping them lead with confidence and integrity.

I live in Robinson, Texas, with my wife. We have a daughter, two sons, and three grandchildren who remind me every day what truly matters. Outside of coaching, I serve as the secretary of my local Masonic Lodge, enjoy traveling, and find joy in meaningful conversations with leaders committed to their own development.
If something in my story speaks to you, I invite you to reach out. Whether you are stepping into a new role, navigating change, or simply ready to grow where God has planted you, I am here to help.