Benefits Report 2024
Introduction
O+I Develop was formed in October 2019 and became a certified benefit company that was certified by Benefit Corporations for Good in April 2022. As a Leadership Development and Career Transition Coach, I follow an evidence-based, integrative, goal-focused approach to coaching. It is comprehensive and helps professionals move beyond addressing immediate concerns or achieving short-term goals. It invites self-reflection, encourages deeper growth, and builds new capacities and attitudes that last. Organizations partner with me to work with their leaders, and private clients seek career transition services.
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Mission
My Vision:
A connected and purpose-led world.
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My Mission:
Partnering with organizations and individuals to reach their full potential with purpose, meaning, and joy.
My Values:
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Invest in relationships and causes that amplify equity.
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Show compassion and kindness toward everyone and their different identities, abilities, and cultures.
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Enjoy life and consciously weave and integrate personal and professional priorities.
Summary Review of Year
People:
I believe coaching is a partnership to maximize personal and professional potential. My role is to provide a trusting space for people to step out of their busy worlds and to consider new avenues and possibilities. I listen deeply, ask important and thought-provoking questions, and provide guidance and support throughout the coaching journey. I’ll stretch them to lean into areas that are challenging to take on alone and help them find clarity. I hold them accountable to take actions and achieve results that will endure for long-term excellence. The professionals I support are men, women, people of color, and culturally diverse.
Planet:
I commit to reducing, reusing, and recycling. Some of the ways I focus on sustaining and improving the environment and shrinking my carbon footprint include:
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Reducing paper use and printing double-sided whenever possible.
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Recycling paper, cardboard, plastic, and other renewable resources.
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Minimizing my carbon footprint by leveraging technology and reducing my need for printing, traveling, and commuting when possible.
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Working from my home office.Using reusable dishware.
This is all clearly stated on my website in the “About” section.
Profit:
My clients have doubled the number of leaders I work with, and I have retained a new government agency. My clients base has shifted to 70% corporate and 30% private.
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Key Metrics
Donations
I increased and focused my donations to one organization that supports underrepresented populations, including:
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Multnomah Athletic Foundation: Provides character and confidence-building opportunities through athletics and education in underserved communities.
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Service
I focused my service on one board, Multnomah Athletic Foundation
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Board Member: Attend bi-monthly meetings and engage strategically with fellow board members and the executive director.
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Grants Committee: Review and select community grants that support confidence and character-building opportunities for youth with an emphasis on athletic participation. The foundation prioritizes investing in partners who provide opportunities to neighborhoods and populations with limited access and resources. I average one meeting per month and volunteer 5 hours/month.
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ED Peer Group Facilitator: Launched a peer group of executive directors who receive our grants to meet quarterly. The group's purpose is to create a space for this community to get to know and support each other, collaborate in sharing, listening, and communicating, and operate with a growth mindset to be open, curious, and a learner. The time commitment is 12 hours/year.
Coaching clients/hours
Over the past year, I have coached over 20 individuals for over 100 hours, spending an average of a year with each individual. In addition, I meet with my 3 corporate clients once a month for check-ins and offer periodic workshops on topics relevant to the company’s needs.
Communication
I wrote an inspiring quarterly newsletter and send to over 300 professionals. In addition, I promote supportive content on LinkedIn twice a month and support other posts daily.
I increased my visibility by joining the Portland Business Journal’s PDX Biz Women Coalition and had a feature profile in the Portland Business Journal’s weekly publication.
Continuing Education
Curiosity and learning are critical to being an effective coach. In the past year I have achieved the following re-certifications through long-term learning and growth.
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Thwarting the Inner Critic through New Ventures West
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Graduate Wellspring through New Ventures West
Coming Year
I will continue to learn and develop so I can support my clients with transparency and authenticity. In addition, I will deepen my coaching by seeking to advance my coaching certification to the PCC level.
Closing
With a strong emphasis on weaving work and life in a healthy balance, I will continue to model the importance of work, service, curiosity, and rest for my clients.