Welcome. When I think about my work as a coach, leader, and consultant, it’s always about you. Here’s an example that demonstrates the power of that approach. I used to take a yoga class with someone who would begin with a quiet meditation and the question “What brought you to this mat today?” I always loved that, because it was such an open question that allowed each of us to focus on what we felt and wanted at just that moment in time, and yet, it also set the tone for what might happen later. Each day my own answer would be different, and that allowed me to acknowledge how transient life can be. We can anticipate what might happen but we can’t really know! That might feel scary at times, but it’s also beautiful and exciting.

Transition and transformation are part of every day we spend here on earth. The question is not whether that is true, but instead, how we choose to move through those changes and how open we are to exploring where they might take us. That can apply to our creative selves, our roles at work, our organizations, our communities, our relationships, and our inner beings. Our present, and our future. And so, as you explore this website, and ponder reaching out to me, think about what brought you here today. Then let go of your fear. If you choose to explore some possibilities, remember that the only risk you will take in doing so is that you will learn something, find your own answers and new ways to move through your life, and grow. 

I hope you will reach out to me. I’d love to get to know you and explore, envision, design, and create together. 

 
 

 

Deborah is a Certified Professional Co-Active Coach (CPCC)

You can learn more about this accreditation by visiting coactive.com.

 

Work

Consultant & Coach

New Music USA
- Interim CEO
- Director of Development

The Jazz Gallery
Executive Director

Creative Arts Team (CAT) of the City University of New York
Director of Development

From the Top
Director of Development

Concert Artists Guild
Director of Development

American Music Center
Director; Development, Copying Assistance Grant Program, & American Music Week

Education & Training

Co-Active Training Institute
Coach Training and Certification

Support Center
Interim Executive Training

State University of New York at Albany
Departmental Program, Piano Performance

Aspen Music Festival & School

Service

Boulanger Initiative
Founding Board Member, Finance Chair

NYC Department of Cultural Affairs
Grants Panelist

Chamber Music America
Grants Panelist

Meet The Composer
Grants Panelist

Association of Performing Arts
Professionals

Guest Speaker

League of American Orchestras
Guest Speaker

The New School
Guest Speaker