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Introduction

With nearly 30 years of experience working in large companies, I’ve had the privilege of leading teams of all sizes, creating innovative products, building online communities, and tackling complex problems from strategy to execution.

In 2023, I became a Certified Professional Coach, and in 2025, I co-authored the first volume of Living with Purpose by Dr. Akhtar Badshah. These experiences have given me the chance to extend the way in which I live my purpose more fully and find joy through deep listening, connecting people, and creating meaningful experiences.

Coaching is extremely rewarding, and I love to support clients on their life journey through both personal and professional evolution and pivots. I focus on the whole person as they navigate times of change, and I believe coaching can bring value at every stage of life—from starting a career to planning for retirement. Every moment of transition holds the potential for growth and new possibilities.

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My Offerings

  • One on One Coaching

    Feeling stuck or navigating through a moment of change? Whether you're working towards a specific goal or trying to define one, One on One coaching is designed for you. With flexible frequency and duration, together we will dive deep into the insights needed to identify and address core issues. The aim is to create an empowering plan and build the agency to move forward with confidence.

    Embark on your own journey through a program customized for you.

  • Group Coaching

    Experience the transformative power of coaching in a supportive small-group setting where shared learning inspires meaningful growth. Small group coaching combines personalized guidance with the collective wisdom, encouragement, and accountability of like-minded individuals facing similar challenges and goals. Bring your own group or join another group in formation, whichever will create the most impact for you.

    Best suited for those who thrive in collaboration with others.

  • Living with Purpose Retreats

    Every person has a WHY—a deeper purpose that gives meaning to life and work. This retreat invites you to take an intentional pause from your daily life for reflection and renewal. The shift from transactional activities to personal transformation begins with self-discovery, values alignment, and dreaming bigger than yourself. You’ll reconnect with who you truly are and create a path forward with clarity, confidence, and intention.

    Next offering in October 2026 in the Pacific Northwest.

More about me

I'm a lifelong learner with an insatiable curiosity for new experiences. Connecting with people and bringing them together is where I find my joy.

Want to know more about my journey? Check out this 18-minute podcast episode of “Living with Purpose” with Dr. Akhtar Badshah. Toward the end, I share my golden nugget of advice for making decisions with the ACE model and doing your best, in every moment, with everything you have available, right now.

You can also read my full story in my chapter as a co-author in the 1st volume of the book, Living with Purpose. The book outlines a framework for the importance of knowing your purpose and tips for distilling your own purpose in life. Each co-author story is an inspiring example of how purpose can serve both you and others.

Lastly, I'm a self-proclaimed coffee nerd and spend my time rock climbing, doing yoga, enjoying most anything outside including cold plunging whenever possible, and appreciating quality time with friends, my family of four, and our dog, Wanda.

Testimonials

“Working with Vida helped me unfold the layers of what makes a person – an intelligent, learning, emotional, human. When we started, I wasn’t sure what to expect but by the time I felt “done,” I grew confidence. Because of this time, no matter what job I have or what I’m doing – I know who I am, and I have the answers to go forward.

Vida helped me search within and pull myself away from the thoughts, noise, or whatever word we want to use to describe the excuses we accept. I’m so grateful to have spent time with Vida – she changed my life because she disrupted my normal patterns of thinking. I am open and ready for anything that comes my way.”

~Sarah H.

“Vida is an incredible coach. The way she holds space with kindness, compassion, and expertise, while also holding you accountable, is second to none. Her presence is warm and nurturing, yet deeply professional -- the perfect combination to feel both supported and inspired to grow.

Since working with Vida, I’ve gained a new level of clarity and compassion for myself and my life. I now approach my challenges with a sense of understanding rather than judgment, and I hold myself accountable in ways that truly create change. After every session, I could see my situation more clearly and take meaningful, confident steps forward.”

~Cassandra M.

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Interested in working together? Please send me some info and I will be in touch shortly to set up a complimentary 30-minute meet & greet session.

I can’t wait to hear from you!

- Coach Vida