Gayle Draper

Gayle Draper is an inspiring career coach with 25+ years in the careers industry. Clients see her role as that of the North Star, guiding their journey to define and facilitate their career goals. She is the founder of Intentional Careers HR specializing in career coaching and career marketing for evolving leaders, senior management, and executive levels.

Her motto is simple: “Never be in a kayak but build your dragon boat (network) of colleagues and friends with a coach at the helm, to give you the momentum to move onto the next successful chapter in your work life”.

Coaching has always been a part of Gayle’s life—first as a Level III National Coach in gymnastics and now as a Certified TypeCoach-Master Coach. She is known for her energizing, authentic, and empathetic approach, as she helps clients bring their vision to fruition.

Gayle proudly served the SEAL Future Foundation as a Career Transition Coach to US Navy Seals, is a published member of the Forbes Coaching Council, and a national leader in the careers industry winning two Awards of Excellence, as a Community Outreach Specialist.

She is a recognized speaker and facilitator offering insights and practical content that can be easily implemented. Gayle is a natural at building forward momentum as she coaches people through employment transitions, leadership growth, and to greater workplace success.

Specialties

Career transitions • Choosing an initial path / new grads • Communication • Confused / stuck / undecided • Entrepreneur / business ownership • Former military • Interviewing • Job search • Leadership • LinkedIn / social media profile • Networking • Personal Branding • Professional development / skill-building • Resume review / cover letters

Industries

Certifications

Certified Career Strategist • Certified DISC Assessor • Certified Human Resources Leader • Certified Resume Writer • Certified TypeCoach Master Coach • Nationally Certified Online Profile Expert (LinkedIn Profile Writing) • Personality Dimensions – Train the Trainer

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Lee Johnson

Hi there, I’m Lee Johnson, and I’m on a mission to make a difference for underrepresented minorities in the tech world. Everyone deserves an equal opportunity to succeed in their chosen field, regardless of their background. But I also know that achieving that success can be incredibly challenging, especially for those who face additional hurdles due to their ethnicity, gender identity, or sexual orientation.

That’s where I come in.

With over two decades of experience in the technology industry, I’ve climbed the ranks from a humble developer to a Director of Sales Engineering. Along the way, I’ve gained valuable insights and built a vast network of connections that have allowed me to help countless individuals overcome obstacles and reach new heights in their careers.

But my journey doesn’t stop there. I’ve also co-founded a successful private equity real estate firm, Value Investment Partners, which has managed over 3,000 units valued at over $300 million. Through this venture, I’ve honed my investing, entrepreneurship, and leadership skills – all of which I’m eager to share with you as we work together to conquer your career goals.

Specialties

Career transitions • Career vision • Diversity (LGBTQ, race, gender, etc.) • Entrepreneur / business ownership • Job search • Personal Branding • Professional development / skill-building • Work / life balance

Industries

Certifications

BetterUp Core Foundations - Certified • Certified Life Coaching Institute - Certified and Master Certified Professional Coach • Positive Intelligence - PQ Coach

Heather Wilkerson

Heather holds a Master’s in Counseling, received coaching training and certification through the Co-Active Training Institute (CTI), and is credentialed as a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) by the International Coaching Federation (ICF).  Heather is currently a Senior Career Consultant for Right Management Consulting, coaches IT career changers for Flatiron and is the founder of Heather Wilkerson Coaching where she provides professional, personal and career change coaching focusing on transitions, managing roadblocks and handling life-changing events. She focuses on professionals experiencing burnout, personal change, and supporting clients to create meaningful careers at any stage.   

Heather began her career in Human Resources and Employee Assistance Programs.  Over 20 years ago, she moved to career coaching and helping clients manage change.  Since then, she has built three different comprehensive Career Development programs, created online career suites, and written and presented numerous training and development programs, including a 3-day career transition workshop, plus an award-winning Career Change and Growth webinar series. Recently, she led Leadership and Career Programs for Brown University Alumni and served as Director of Career Services for the Brown University Master’s in Public Affairs (MPA) program.  She has over 20 years of coaching experience working in Higher Ed, Fortune 100 companies, the Federal Government and healthcare organizations.  

She approaches career coaching with the belief that everyone has great skills and strengths waiting to be uncovered.  She has experience helping clients tell their story, craft career plans and generally consult on the self-marketing process.  She partners with clients to clarify and connect with their inner strengths and resources to live their best life and reach their goals with ease.    

Heather Lives in Rhode Island with her husband and has 4 children at various stages of launch! She enjoys running, yoga, all types of boating and hiking.  She is an aspiring cook and musician.

Specialties

Career transitions • Career vision • Communication • Confused / stuck / undecided • Entrepreneur / business ownership • Independent workers / gig economy • Interviewing • Job search • Leadership • LinkedIn / social media profile • Networking • Part-time work / re-entry • Professional development / skill-building • Resume review / cover letters • Work / life balance

Industries

Certifications

Certified Professional Co-Active Coach • Masters in Counseling • PPC Professional Certified Coach