I’ve coached over 100 top tier professionals
Molly Baz and Ben Willet - Chef and Design Duo
“I (Ben) was working individually with Chris at first, and thought it was so helpful that I wanted to experience coaching in partnership with Molly. When we first started to coach with Chris, we felt that we weren’t communicating well, and that our lives and goals were splintering. Within the first session, Chris helped us realize that we have the same end goal, but different ways of getting there.
That was one of the biggest breakthroughs for us, the acceptance of each other as fundamentally different people, and how that is not “bad”. Where we once looked for evidence to support our biases, we are now extending empathy and grace towards each other. We have softened, not just towards each other, but towards the world. Chris has allowed us to understand that we can achieve everything we want when we slow down and connect, versus powering through and solely focused on end results.
Today we are less defensive towards each other, and able to diffuse situations more quickly by seeing things from each other’s perspective. Our session with Chris is the thing we look forward to the most in our week. Every week there are meaningful conversations, and we walk away with new perspectives that not only impact our relationship but all aspects of our lives.”
Anu Pandey - CRM and MarTech Wizard
“I cannot overstate how my life has changed from top to bottom since I started working with Chris, and I was a huge skeptic of the concept of coaching. I didn't think transcendence of the unjust system in which I existed was possible. I didn't understand how I was holding myself back from living a more joyful life. One year ago, I had no control of my schedule, emotions, or life in general because work consumed everything, and I felt I had to do battle every day as a brown woman in a male-dominated industry to gain respect and recognition.
Chris helped me change my mindset to get out of my own way and approach work and life from a place of power and abundance. After experiencing the longest period of unemployment I've ever had and a massive hit to my finances, I not only landed multiple offers for the first time ever but got myself a $50,000 raise and landed in the first healthy work environment of my career. Most importantly, I'm enjoying my life now, feel secure in my skin for the first time ever, and finally made the space to generate entrepreneurial ideas. Working with Chris is the best investment you can make in yourself; they’re a rare find.”
John Riccardi - Techie / Finance Nerd / Futurist
“Working with Chris has renewed my sense of self in ways I never knew I needed. When I first started looking for an executive coach, I was focused on learning tactical skills like managing people at scale and articulating my vision to others. Chris has surpassed my expectations by opening my eyes to my unique strengths and emboldening me to take bigger risks and be a much more queer-forward leader, not just at the office but in all aspects of my life. Until you experience it, you will never understand the value of having a coach who can see you holistically and expose the questions that you’re not asking yourself. It's allowed me to get to know myself in a new way and I wholeheartedly recommend Chris to anyone seeking big positive changes in their professional or personal life.”
Amanda Olivo Ulichny - Director at Immunovant
“One of the biggest breakthroughs I had while working with Chris was an understanding of my value, and how to own it to the fullest. Looking back it’s crazy to see how much I have grown - the way I handle situations, my dreams and visions for my life, and the tools that I now have that allow me to get me where I want to be. Everything I had envisioned at the start of my coaching journey, I went on to achieve. Within a year of hitting my goal I also increased my salary by $100k and was promoted to director.
I hired Chris when I had hit a ceiling in my career, and was looking to transition roles and receive a promotion. Everyone around me told me that my goal was impossible. However, Chris supported me in being able to embody the leader I already knew I was, and to stand for my vision. In my head I had a vision of who I was in the future, and coaching showed me that I am already that person today and living into that version every day.
The ROI happens, it may not be immediate, but you will never be upset about investing in yourself. I am still the same person, but I now know I am capable of handling anything that comes my way.”
Reilly Gallagher - Project Director at The Agency RE
“It wouldn’t be an exaggeration to say that Chris changed my life. Working with Chris gave me clarity on all aspects of my life, along with a deeper connection to my authentic self and core values. One of the most impactful mindset shifts that I experienced was the idea that you can "choose differently" in life both personally and professionally.
During the height of Covid, I was reentering the corporate world after almost a decade with a smaller firm. Chris supported me to understand the type of position I was seeking, the ideal work environment, and my salary goals. Most importantly, Chris helped me to present myself in my best light - by choosing to tap into my greatness and show up as the most powerful version of me, I ended up landing my dream role!
Initially, I was hesitant about how coaching would work and the level of commitment it requires. However, for anyone who is considering working with Chris, I would encourage them to move forward because it will positively impact your life overall! Chris fosters meaningful connection and brings humor along the journey, and the outcome is unforgettable!”
Maambo Mujula - Corporate Vice President at New York Life Insurance
“I decided to participate in a group coaching program with Chris as an investment in myself. I was anxious about how to continue advancing my career, and was under the belief that I had to do something differently to get to the next level. Chris reflected to me that it wasn’t about what was missing, but to focus on what I already had, as that was the quality my company already valued in me. Reframing allowed me to take more risks in my career and be less afraid of making mistakes, as I now understand that my company is invested in me and my growth. I am now confident that I can bring value to my company by enhancing and focusing on my strengths and what makes me unique.
I got a lot out of coaching with Chris, but the most valuable aspect was witnessing others on their own journey. At first, I thought group coaching was just splitting up the coaching session across the participants. However, watching others’ growth and transformation was the most impactful part of the experience. Witnessing others have awareness’ allowed me to self-reflect, and learn about myself. Additionally, the fellow participants all became people I care for in my life.”
Brett Taylor - Video Game Designer / Creative Powerhouse
“When I met Chris, I was struggling with chronic dissatisfaction and had been to several different therapists and counselors. I was looking for someone to really hold me to the changes I wanted to make. In the beginning of coaching with Chris, I admittedly was one foot out until one day he gave me my first breakthrough in trust. Chris had the courage to be honest with me – allowing me to see how I was struggling to trust in many areas of my life. To me, this is Chris as a coach; he holds high standards for clients and invites them to meet him there. Chris will not waste time entertaining limitations, he will call you forward with love and will stand for you to play big in your life.
After the first year of coaching I earned $50k more due to things that I had set into motion. Chris coached me through the process and reminded me to trust myself throughout. I thought I had built great processes in my life, but I was stuck in an analytical paradigm that slowed me down and created a lot of dissatisfaction. Chris experiences the world in a radically different way than I do, and because of his different paradigm models, my world has expanded.
Today I trust my intuition more and am able to validate and allow my life choices instead of getting bogged down by loud, small thoughts.
Chris has a deep love for his clients, he is able BE WITH you as a human, not just a coach.”
Kristi and Silvia
“We both chose coaching to support our individual careers. However, going through a group coaching program together ended up also supporting us as a couple. As Chris would point to, life supports work, and work supports life. The tools we gained around communication, managing feelings, and acknowledging self-worth helped us grow as individuals, but also as partners. We were able to witness each other’s deepseeded fears and struggles, and support each other through it. This experience was different from the couples counseling we have had before. We didn’t spend the entire time dissecting our relationship, but rather we would work through issues live as they came up, which was a lot more productive.
The confidence I (Kristi) built from coaching allowed me to put myself up for a promotion. Even further proof of my growth, I turned down the promotion as it didn’t offer the pay I now know I am worth. Before coaching, I was used to getting paid poorly, and didn't know how to value myself. Today I am committed to standing for my worth, and clearing the way for the women coming up behind me. I thought career coaching was going to be more singularly focused, but it ended up being a very healing process that has spilled over into everything else in my life.
During the program, I (Silvia) came to realize that I was in a toxic work environment. Chris and the group supported me through the process of exiting the company and managing the feelings during the process.”
Rachael Arthur - Leadership Development
“Deciding to work with Chris came at a pivotal moment in my life. He helped me to unearth some significant behavior patterns and ways of thinking that were holding me back from the success I wanted to see, not only in my career, but in my friendships and relationships as well.
Every session was eye opening, and I found myself, during the week, recalling our conversations and encountering rich opportunities where I could put my new mindsets to work and experience immediate results. I’m deeply grateful for the time I was able to work with Chris, and feel more powerful, self-aware, and in control of my life as a direct result of this high-quality coaching.”
Nora Singley - Food Stylist | Recipe Developer | Culinary Producer
“Working with Chris has inspired tremendous positive change in my professional and personal outlook. Of greatest value has been identifying the tendencies I've relied upon for survival and learning how to recognize when they are a crutch and when they can be consciously employed to my benefit. In every session, Chris meets me with a measured balance of tough and tender love. He gets that change isn't easy, and has a way of knowing when to push, when to comfort, when to interrupt, when to shift, when to contribute, and when to let me lead. I am so appreciative of this intuition. Even during the hard moments when I wonder what of substance will come from a conversation, Chris will glean something deep and important, making each session truly count. Most of all, I now understand something that I have always known, in theory, but have never applied or truly believed: that all change in my life will come from me, from within, and by my own doing. Having Chris's ongoing support on this front makes my next big steps seem not only doable, but inevitable.”
Eric Scarazzo - Partner at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP
“I was skeptical at first about making an investment in coaching, as my law firm was already offering developmental support. However, coaching with Chris was a superior experience as he was able to seamlessly support both the professional and personal aspects of my life. In fact, the obstacles I was facing in my career were the same in my personal life. Yes, it was expensive, but I achieved exactly what I wanted to do. I became a partner at my law firm, and I also made huge strides in valuing myself.
The best part of coaching was focusing on change, and mapping out concrete steps to achieve my goals. Chris helped to mirror and reflect back my strengths and my blindspots. He helped me realize that a core strength is my ability to emphasize with my clients and be authentic to myself, instead of trying to project my preconceived notion of what a lawyer should be. This has also been a breakthrough in my personal life, as I have let go of expectations and am having more fun.
Chris’ coaching is a great balance between professional development and heartfelt support. He brought levity to our sessions that gave me perspective about my concerns, allowing me to loosen up.
Working with Chris was a huge step forward and worth every dollar. The work we did together enhanced the trajectory of my life for the better.”
Stacy Handler - Founder & CEO at Bloom Arts Strategy
“Coaching with Chris was a transformational experience. I was at an inflection point in my career and ready to explore other options, but overwhelmed by all of the possibilities. I didn’t intend on hiring a coach; however, after an unexpectedly emotional first conversation with Chris, I ended up joining Impact Lab, his group coaching program.
My goal was to gain clarity on what my next steps should be by the conclusion of the program. Every single session provided me with an opportunity for a breakthrough, even if that meant leaning into discomfort - because that's where the growth happens! Chris challenged my thought patterns that minimized my potential and shed light on the obstacles that I was putting in my own way. He helped me overcome my fear of failure and provided a safe environment for me to give myself permission to voice the things I really want in my career, namely to be a CEO and Founder.
The program began in November and concluded in April, at which point I gave my two weeks' notice and started my own business, which is now booming! This wouldn't have been possible without Chris' support.
Chris’ gift is that he doesn’t give answers, but he guides you to find the answers for yourself.”
Sam Chud - Strategy & Transformation
“I originally hired Chris after wrestling with the idea of making a change professionally. However, the biggest and most unexpected impact from coaching with Chris has been on my self-awareness. Chris illuminated for me that the career I have today is a choice, and it is but one of several paths I am able to choose from. I gained clarity on my core values and how I could translate them into a rubric for judging future opportunities. Today I feel more present, prepared, and energetic about my situation.
Chris was able to get the most out of me by making me feel comfortable and safe to reveal things I held deep inside. I always walked out of our sessions feeling better than I did when entering.
I value and cherish my relationship with Chris, and am happy I had the opportunity to work with him.”
Sharon Daly - Utilities & Clean Energy Development
“Working with Chris is an investment in yourself, and I wouldn’t say that if I didn’t believe it. I trust Chris 100%. He always has his client’s best interest at hand. Even after completing my group coaching program with him, he encouraged me to take a break from self-improvement, savor my accomplishments, and splurge a little on myself rather than sign up for another round.
I hired Chris after attending a webinar where I heard myself in his client’s story. Someone who was smart, but stuck in their job, feeling undervalued and underpaid, but then managed to get a promotion and a salary bump in the same line of work at another firm. I was navigating how to take the next step in my career, and I wanted a playbook of what was possible. Chris takes you outside of what you know, and challenges you to act and think more boldly.
Chris would tell me to not be afraid of my greatness, and reflected that we always have inherent value—no matter what you and I are feeling on a given day. Through coaching with him, I was able to secure the promotion to manager and received a significant salary bump.
Coaching impacted more than my professional life. He stood for me to be the best version of myself, and to stop seeking validation in others. I am a very different person than a year ago - I am going after things more, speaking up, having more fun, and taking better care of myself.”
Henry Veguilla
“I was in a place where I was wanting to understand my strengths and passions, and how to apply them to my career. As I was wrestling with these questions and struggling to figure out how to proceed, divine timing struck, and Chris reached out to share about his coaching practice. Chris had previously consulted at my company, and I enjoyed his energy and insight so much that we ended up staying connected. I was skeptical at first, Chris was younger than me, and although I respected and trusted him, could he be MY coach? I decided to move forward with Chris as my coach, and he was amazing!
Chris helped me define my essence and superpower. I was in an operations role and had hit a ceiling. Through coaching with Chris, I identified that my true strength was my ability to connect people and facilitate powerful conversations, which was not being fully utilized in my current role. I also realized that I was limiting myself because I was not showing up as my authentic self at work. Working with ChrisI gained the strength and confidence to come out as a gay man in my professional life. This has been a game changer for me, now that I no longer carry the stress of hiding my true self.
Together with Chris, I set an intention for transitioning away from my operations role and toward something far more aligned with my strengths. 4 months after the initial goal date, I ended up moving into a role that I feel passionate about. I realize now that while I was coaching with Chris, I was planting seeds of intentions and putting things into motion that are materializing in my life even to this day.
Mike Moser and Tyler Thomas
“Several people in our world had recommended Chris as a coach, and when we found ourselves experiencing communication breakdowns in our relationship, we decided to work with him. What has actually come from our work with Chris is not only a shift in our relationship, but a core shift in the way we look at life. Chris has given us tools that have become a part of our daily life. These tools have given us the ability to put words to how we are feeling, and to allow what has been in the subconscious to be brought to the surface.
The biggest breakthrough is around being radically responsible - for your feelings, desires, and results. We are now more responsible with how we are treating and speaking to one another, resulting in less breakdowns and treating each other more in line with how we feel about one another. We are also being responsible for our results and vision - which includes building a business together. Coaching with Chris is different from couple’s therapy, as it is more about action and creating tangible results. We are still in process with our goals, but we have been able to distill down what our vision and milestones are. Another reason Chris is different from couple’s counseling is that Chris doesn’t take sides or focus on who is wrong or right, the sessions are about forward movement and creating the life you say you want.
Dylan Lotter
“I was 5 months into a new job, after 12 years at the same company. I was unhappy, and felt that moving to the new company was a terrible decision. I reached a breaking point, and contacted Chris. That same day I gave notice. The main reason that I decided to engage with Chris, was that if I was going to quit without a plan that I would be doomed to repeat my previous habits. I needed structure, and a plan in order to figure out what I wanted to do. Even if I stayed in the same industry, I wanted to identify my trigger points and gain tools to support me so that I didn’t continue the cycle I was in.
Chris and I worked together for 6 months, and it was great. Chris doesn’t try to push any of his thoughts/agendas on you, he acts more like a mentor. He is also really great at maintaining the boundary between coaching and therapy, and any topic that bordered on the therapeutic side he would clarify and redirect the conversation to how it could be applied to coaching. I am more analytical, and Chris’ approach allowed me to get curious and think outside of the box. He pushed me outside of my comfort zone, which is what I needed so that I could make different decisions and create different results. The choice to commit to coaching also held me accountable to show up and do things differently.
The major thing I got from coaching was confidence and a deeper understanding of who I am. Coaching elevated the conversation, it wasn’t just about the problem in front of me (the job), but about my perspective, and how changing that would change my life. My wife and I have also become closer because I am more comfortable with myself. I now know that even if I end up in an unhappy work situation, I trust that I can handle it.”