I am a best-selling author, TEDx and motivational speaker, and the founder of the SoulFULL Living Community—a coaching and consulting platform dedicated to engaging in profound work with individuals who never thought they could.
About Renée
I am a best-selling author, TEDx and motivational speaker, and the founder of the SoulFULL Living Community—a coaching and consulting platform dedicated to engaging in profound work with individuals who never thought they could. Before establishing my own practice, I spent 20 years in executive-level HR roles within the high-tech and biotech industries, including five years living and working in Switzerland.
As an international thought leader operating at the intersection of business, leadership, psychology, and well-being, I travel globally to coach and advise leaders and teams on navigating risk, change, and growth, all while nurturing the soul of the organizations and cultures they influence. My career has been dedicated to exploring human nature to understand how we can all live with greater purpose, joy, and grace.
I also coach students and executives seeking deeper meaning in their work and life at two prestigious universities: Stanford University and IMD (International Management Development) in Lausanne, Switzerland. I have presented on numerous global stages, been a guest on various podcasts, and featured in high-profile media publications such as Fortune, Financial Times, Elephant Journal, and Ladders. Recently, I coauthored "The Art & Truth of Transformation for Women," which quickly became an Amazon International Best Seller.
In February 2020, I shared my personal story on the TEDx stage. My talk, titled "Authentic Inaction™: Undoing the Doing in a Do-Crazy World," recounts my experiences as a "doing addict" and workaholic. With over 600,000 views, it supports my mission to revolutionize the way we work, play, and relate to one another and our purpose.
I hold a Master's Degree in Organizational Psychology, and my coaching approach integrates various methodologies, including accreditation from the International Coaching Federation. Currently, I reside in Sacramento, California, with my husband, Sean, our two teenagers, and our beloved dog, Atlas. As a family, we are passionate about travel, having explored over 50 countries and counting.
“What drives Renée above all is the opportunity to reduce human and organizational suffering and equip people from all walks of life, to live with greater purpose, grace, freedom and joy. She continues to pursue and prioritize this in her own life as well. ”
Recovering Workaholic
As a recovering workaholic who left a $1,000,000-per-year executive role in biotech to pursue work that resonates deeply with my heart without sacrificing the wholeness of my life, I now manage a global coaching and consulting practice based in California. I dedicate at least 25% of my time to working with nonprofits and focusing on women's leadership topics.
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MS Degree, Industrial/Organizational Psychology
Professional Certified Coach, International Coach Federation
Certified Life and Executive Coach from two ICF accredited schools: New Ventures West and Deep Coaching Institute
Deep knowledge of the Enneagram and application in individual and team development
Extensive expertise in team and interpersonal dynamics
Certified in Foundations of NeuroLeadership, NeuroLeadership Institute
Small Group Facilitator, Stanford University Women in Management MBA Program
High Performance Leadership Coach (#1 ranked executive program worldwide by the Financial Times), International Management Development (IMD) Executive Education
Emerging Women Power Circle Facilitator
360 Degree Feedback Facilitator, Center for Creative Leadership
Change Management: Connor Partners, Boston Consulting Group, McKinsey
Greenbelt (Lean 6 Sigma) Trained, Anderson Consulting Group
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Academia
Biotech
Consulting
Education
Food and Dairy
Government
Health Care
Internet
Non-profit.
Pharmaceuticals
Service and Technology
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PROFESSIONAL SPECIALITIES
Executive and Life Coaching, Team Development and Group Facilitation
Executive and Leadership Development Program Design
Large-scale Leadership Event Design and Program Management ( facilitation as needed)
Leadership and Team Retreats, Workshop Design and Facilitation
Merger & Acquisition Integration Activities, Transformational Change, Organizational Effectiveness Analysis and Design, Strategic Planning and Communications Consulting
High Potential Rotation Programs, Employee Engagement, Staffing and On-boarding
COMMUNITY AFFILIATIONS
Stanford University Graduate School of Business (GSB), Small Group Facilitator for Women in Management Program
WisdomWomen Founding Member
Emerging Women, Power Circle Facilitator
Fourthwave Advisor and Coach: Catalyzing the development of best-in-class women-led technology companies in the Sacramento region
Women’s Empowerment Volunteer: Educates and empowers women in the Sacramento region, who are homeless, with the skills and confidence necessary to secure a job, create a healthy lifestyle, and regain a home for themselves and their children.
WINGs for Growth Advisor: Transforming Aspiring Young Women into the Leaders of the Future
International Coaching Federation, Sacramento Chapter
Sacramento Waldorf School, Board Coach and Facilitator
Speaking Engagements for national and international organizations such as Pharma HR Forum, Process Excellence Network, ASTD, Provant, and National Association of Colleges and Employers
Child Abuse Resolved Through Education, Advisory Board Member and Volunteer, 1989–Present
Crossroads International Church of Basel, Pastor and Elder Board Coach and Facilitator, 2010 to 2014Professional Specialties
Executive and Life Coaching, Team Development and Group Facilitation
Executive and Leadership Development Program Design
Large-scale Leadership Event Design and Program Management ( facilitation as needed)
Leadership and Team Retreats, Workshop Design and Facilitation
Merger & Acquisition Integration Activities, Transformational Change, Organizational Effectiveness Analysis and Design, Strategic Planning and Communications Consulting
High Potential Rotation Programs, Employee Engagement, Staffing and On-boarding
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