Amy Shuman serves as the Executive Director of Staff Coaching and Professional Development for the Division of Student Affairs at UC Davis. She has a master's degree in leadership from University of the Pacific, is a Gallup advanced certified Strengths coach, and a professional certified coach with the International Coach Federation. Amy is particularly passionate about leadership and empowering people to create a positive workplace culture by maximizing their strengths.
TAP Career Solutions Inc., Owner/Founder - Career Coach/Business Consultant
With over 18 years of experience in Corporate Facility Management, Building Operations, and Hospitality, Terra has worked with some of the top organizations in their industry, including McDonald’s Corporation, JLL, Omnicom and Harpo Studios. Throughout her career, she discovered her passion for leadership, talent development, and mentorship—ultimately realizing that her true calling lies in helping others unlock their full potential.
Terra has worked with talent at various levels and stages of their careers, from emerging professionals to seasoned executives, across diverse...
Molly Heekin is an accomplished leadership advisor and development expert, committed to fostering growth and driving meaningful change for individuals and organizations alike.
As a board member for the Desert Foothills Leadership Academy and Friends of Pinnacle Peak Park, Molly contributes to leadership development, environmental education, and community advancement. She has extensive experience in leadership coaching, mentoring nonprofit executives through the Gratitude Network, high-performing women in global corporations through Women Unlimited, and emerging...
Laura Paradise is a certified life coach with a career niche. She helps people navigate job changes, whether charting a new path, landing a position or working on a promotion. A former nonprofit fundraiser, Laura is skilled at getting in front of people and getting support for worthy causes. She wants the same for her clients: to help them get in the door, make a great impression and leave with an offer. Laura helps in all aspects of career support. Her specialty is interview skills and public speaking. She offers workshops and individual coaching. Laura lives in Oakland near Redwood...
As a proud Communication alumna with over a decade at UC Santa Barbara, I serve as Talent Acquisition Supervisor in HR, leading a team of three recruiters. With experience in coaching and program development, I’ve helped individuals across diverse departments grow their careers. I am passionate about creating inclusive spaces, advocating for transgender individuals in the non-profit sector, and guiding teams on progressive policies.
My coaching approach focuses on empowering individuals through connection and actionable career development plans. I incorporate...
Currently Berkeley Career Engagement’s Assistant Director for Environmental Design, Dinorah Meyer, MS, NCC, RYT 500, C-IAYT, has 25 years’ experience as a career counselor/coach, including 20+ years working with UC Berkeley’s diverse students and alumni, five years with partners of visiting scholars and postdocs, and 24 years in private practice.
She enjoys integrating yoga concepts and practices with Western career counseling approaches to engage clients holistically in exploration and problem-solving, helping them gain self-awareness and...
Dave is a certified integral coach (New Ventures West) and podcaster (Own Your Mental Health). He is passionate about helping others, and by guiding them to find their true calling, he amplifies my impact on improving the world. Building on a foundation of presence, acceptance, and compassion, He explores both the salient and unseen with clients to reveal new insights, deepen capacities, and foster growth.
He is a teaching assistant for his coaching alma mater, New Ventures West. He serves on the Santa Clara County Behavioral Health Board, the California Behavioral Health...
UC Davis Health, Education and Training Specialist
Daniel created and implemented a successful coaching program for scholar at UC Davis Health, where he has worked for eight years. Daniel holds a PhD in Linguistics and a Coaching Certificate from UC Davis.
As a coach, Daniel creates a container for people to explore questions and depths without judgment.
I am a certified Co-Active (CTI) coach with over 15 years of experience coaching youth and adults from diverse backgrounds, including 7+ years specializing in career development. As the director of a career pathway program, I have designed and implemented strategies to support clients facing significant barriers to employment, particularly those from marginalized communities. My volunteer work has included providing career coaching to immigrants, refugees, and members of the LGBTQ+ community, further deepening my commitment to equity and empowerment.
Charmaign Lomastro is a Professional Certified Coach through the International Coaching Federation (ICF), a Certified Career Services Provider through the National Career Development Association, and a Certified Career Transition Coach through Career Thought Leaders. She brings 20+ years of experience in career development and coaching, workforce development, higher education, and human resources. She supports students and professionals, at various levels, to accelerate their newfound career direction, discover their strengths, and further develop their skill set. Charmaign coaches...
