Why ED Nook?

An experienced and certified executive coach, Elizabeth provides unique and creative support and structures for the personal and professional goals of individuals and organizations.

She believes that everything is possible, especially when a person truly wants to experience a fulfilled and visionary life and when organizations act with intention and purpose. Regardless of the need or goals, she tailors attention, efforts, and resources to meet the unique preferences and interests of each client—never applying a one-size-fits-all strategy.

Personalized Approach

Certified to administer and utilize the EQ-i 2.0® and EQ 360®, she leans into this valid and reliable measure of Emotional Intelligence to support her clients’ growth and development. She facilitates meaningful conversations with clients through moments of reflection and listening, while connecting their lived experiences to their goals. Learn more about the EQ-i 2.0® and EQ 360®.

Listen to a small portion of her own story shared during a Tedx Talk. She shares stories and reflections that have contributed to her achieving her goals and how she is hardwired to pursue her personal and professional aspirations. In this Tedx Talk, she said, “A 'no' does not mean never." She has a unique ability to assist others in sharing stories that matter with those they lead and support.

Connected & Intentional

A dedicated educator and leader, Elizabeth has committed her life to the field of education—children to adults. With over two decades of experience, Elizabeth has had a wide range of professional experiences in education and leadership, including:

Teaching (i.e., K-12, university, international),
Coaching teachers, aspiring and current school and district leaders,
Serving on non-profit boards (e.g., Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, Pikes Peak Area Crime Stoppers, Southeast YMCA of Colorado Springs),
Consulting and coaching executives and boards,
Securing grants (over $2.5 million),
Leading schools from Turnaround to Performance, and
Serving as a school superintendent.

Experienced Professional

Elizabeth received her BS, MS, and PhD from Louisiana State University. She has also completed leadership development programs through Harvard University, the Center for Creative Leadership, University of Colorado at Colorado Springs, Colorado Education Initiative’s Rural Superintendent Academy, the University of Northern Colorado’s Tointon Institute for Educational Change.

She is a perpetual learner. Always seeking to learn and grow. She has extensive knowledge of best practices and experiences in the areas of leadership development, pedagogy, curriculum, assessment, evaluation, systems thinking, and emotional intelligence.

Her completion of Level 2 Executive Coaching through the Center for Executive Coaching demonstrates her commitment to personal growth in order to serve her clients fully.

Continuous Learner

As a published author and an invited speaker, Elizabeth has addressed national and state-level audiences on topics ranging from leadership development, self-determination theory, systems-thinking, culturally responsive practices, service-learning, social-emotional learning, change leadership, and school safety and security.

She has also been invited to speak at numerous public events for non-profit organizations.

Author & Speaker

Elizabeth loves life and everything life offers—family, friends, travel, cultures, coffee, books, nature, sourdough bread, and much more. She spends her time with the ones she loves, doing meaningful work for K-12 schools, playing pickleball, playing the drums, writing, and hiking with her dogs.

Joy & Wonder

Certifications

Center for Executive Coaching—Level 2

EQ-i 2.0® and EQ 360® Certification

ICF Associate Certified Coach

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