ABOUT ERIC

My Path to Coaching

My professional journey includes roles in strategy consulting at firms like McKinsey & Company and LEK Consulting, and in finance and marketing at brands such as Taco Bell Corp. and Intuit.  

However, my deepest passion has always been understanding people — what drives them and shapes the choices they make.  

That curiosity led me to start a qualitative market research practice.  For more than two decades, I served as a kind of cultural anthropologist — using observation and inquiry to uncover the patterns and beliefs that shape human behavior. 

This work became the foundation for my true calling: coaching. It taught me to listen deeply, ask meaningful questions, and get to the heart of what’s truly going on beneath the surface.  

Today, I draw from disciplines like somatics, neuroscience, behavioral science, and Eastern philosophical traditions.  I’ve also led leadership development and experiential workshops on topics such as cultivating self-awareness, nervous system regulation and embodied presence. 

Personal Life

I’m an avid traveler and explorer of culture and ideas.  I practice Qigong, an ancient system for integrating mind and body that continues to shape my own journey of presence and growth.  I live in my native Southern California, where I’m inspired by its natural beautry, energy, and diversity.   

Credentials 

Education: Harvard Business School, MBA; UCLA, BS in Math and Economics, Magna Cum Laude

Coach Training: Newfield Network

 

 

FINDING THE RIGHT COACH

Choosing the right coach is an important step.  While a coach’s background and experience matter, what’s equally important is finding someone who truly resonates with you – someone you feel comfortable being open and honest with. 

A great coach for one person may not be the right fit for another.  Like with any partnership, mutual trust and connection are essential for success. 

I encourage you to speak with several coaches.  If you’d like to explore whether we’re a good fit, I invite you to schedule a complimentary discovery call.