Emmy award-winning producer, speaker, & coach

Rewrite Your Story and Turn Setbacks into Stepping Stones



You’ve built the success everyone sees, but deep down, it feels like you’ve lost a part of yourself.



I help you uncover the Invisible Ink™—the hidden stories shaping your life—and rewrite them into a version of success that reflects who you truly are now.

Ever Wonder, “Whose Life Am I Really Living?”



You’ve built the career. Earned the recognition. Checked every box.

But somewhere along the way, life stopped feeling like your life.


You smile for the world, but deep down, you feel like you’ve lost a part of yourself.



I understand because I’ve been there.
As an Emmy award-winning producer, I had the accolades and achievements, but none of it mattered when I no longer recognized the person I’d become.



Now, I help high achievers uncover the Invisible Ink™the hidden stories shaped by setbacks, unresolved emotions, and the losses we often ignore and rewrite them into success that feels like you again / reflects the person you’ve become.



You might see yourself here if:


If this speaks to you, there’s a better path forward.

The 5 Rs Framework

A Clear Path to Rewrite Your Story

When a setback shakes you—or when success no longer feels like your own—it’s rarely about the surface problem.

It’s the invisible stories and unprocessed emotions beneath the surface that keep you stuck, even when you’ve “moved on.”

That’s where Invisible Ink™ comes in. These unseen narratives are quietly shaping your choices, your energy, and the way you lead your life.

The 5 Rs Framework is my way of helping you see those stories for what they are—and rewrite them into success that feels like you again / reflects the person you’ve become. It’s not just a process; it’s a reset for how you move forward.

If you’re ready to stop living by old stories and start building one that truly reflects you, this is your path.

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Rest & Renew:

Step away from the noise and the pressure to keep performing. This is where you pause, exhale, and reconnect with yourself.

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Reconcile:

Face the losses, setbacks, or stories you’ve been avoiding. We’ll honor what’s true so it no longer holds you back.

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Reimagine:

See what’s possible beyond the old narrative. This is where clarity returns and a new direction takes shape.

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Reclaim:

Take back your voice, your choices, and your confidence. It’s time to own the story you truly want to live.

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Rebirth:

Move forward grounded, renewed, and aligned with a version of success that finally feels like yours.

Let’s Work Together

The Invisible Ink™ of High Achievers

I know what it’s like to have success that looks perfect on paper—but feels hollow underneath.

When I hit my own setbacks, I realized it wasn’t the circumstances holding me back. It was the invisible stories I’d been carrying—unprocessed emotions, old beliefs, and narratives I never chose.

That’s why I call this Invisible Ink™—the hidden stories quietly shaping how we lead, work, and live. Most high achievers don’t even realize it’s there. But once you see it, you can rewrite everything.

Using a blend of storytelling, organizational development expertise, and evidence-based coaching, I help high performers uncover and rewrite those invisible scripts—so success feels like you again / reflects the person you’ve become.

You might see yourself here if:

You’re not broken, you’re just living by a story that no longer fits. Let’s find the one that does.

01

Speaking

Keynotes and workshops that turn setbacks into stepping stones, using story and the 5 Rs Framework to spark alignment and resilience.

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Coaching

One-on-one work for high achievers ready to uncover and rewrite the narratives that have been holding them back.

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Workshops

Small-group sessions designed for transitions and growth, with hands-on exercises to create clarity and momentum.

About

Behind the Titles, I’m Someone Who’s Walked This Path

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I’m a coach, speaker, and storyteller who has spent 30+ years helping high achievers, rediscover their voice, and reconnect to what truly matters.

Before stepping into this work, I spent years as an Emmy award-winning producer, where I learned the power of story—not just to shape what others see, but to help us rewrite the narrative we tell ourselves. 

Now, I help you uncover the invisible stories shaping your life and create a new one that feels like you again / reflects the person you’ve become.

FREE DOWNLOAD

From Setbacks to Stepping Stones: Your Roadmap to Turning Disruption Into Growth

When life or work knocks you off course, it’s easy to feel stuck or unsure how to move forward. This free guide walks you through the 5 Rs Framework, a simple, compassionate process to help you regain clarity, rebuild momentum, and create a next chapter thatfeels like you again / reflects who you are now.
Testimonials

What My Clients Are Saying...

I thought I knew my story—until I worked with Val. She saw things I’d never considered as assets and helped me connect the dots between my experiences in a way that finally made sense. Val has a gift for uncovering what’s true beneath the surface and turning it into gold. If you're ready to lead from your full story, get in line to work with her—you'll be glad you did.

If you want big results, work with Val. She's sharp, grounded, and knows exactly how to help you find clarity where it’s been missing. I needed alignment around my brand and goals, and after working with her, I’m finally moving toward my vision with confidence. She's one of the best investments I’ve ever made.

Val has a rare ability to see the thread that runs through your story and help you turn it into something powerful and aligned. She helped me elevate my message in a way that was authentic, strategic, and incredibly impactful. Her process isn't just thoughtful—it's transformative.

Val is the real deal. Her presence, clarity, and guidance helped us show up with confidence for one of the biggest moments of our business. She prepared us with intention and insight—and made sure our message reflected who we really are. If you have the chance to work with her, take it.