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Frequently Asked QuestionsYou're probably here because something's not working—or you're trying to figure out if I'm the right person to help. Fair questions.
Below are the real questions I hear when leaders are deciding whether this makes sense for their situation. Don't see yours? Just ask.
If your situation is complex, if the usual playbooks don’t work, and if you want tools you’ll use long after our work together, we should talk. The discovery call will make the fit clear.
Both. Some clients need one-on-one executive support; others bring me in to facilitate team sessions. My See What You Think methodology works especially well with groups because it gets everyone looking at the same visual framework.
That’s exactly what the discovery call is for. No agenda—just a conversation to understand your situation. If I’m not the right person, I’ll tell you directly and often suggest someone who is.
Usually, within a week of our first conversation. I keep my client load manageable so I can give each challenge the attention it deserves. If you’re on a tight timeline, let me know.
Both. I’m based in Santa Barbara, California, and meet locally when possible. Most of my work happens via video, which works well for visual problem-solving since we can share frameworks in real time.
Investment is based on scope and complexity, not hours. We’ll discuss it on our discovery call once I understand your goals. I work with leaders who see strategic thinking as an investment in success, not an expense.
It depends on your needs:
- A few strategic sessions
- Ongoing advisory during a major transformation
- A workshop for your team
We start with a conversation about where you are and where you want to go, then design an approach that fits.
I design custom presentations for your audience and goals. Keynotes, workshops, or team sessions—all built around visual frameworks, practical tools, and a dash of levity to make big ideas stick.
I’m co-founder and Chief Creative Officer of Coastal Intelligence, focused on human-centered AI adoption. More importantly, I’ve spent over 40+ years navigating technology disruption—from co-founding the company that created Maya (an Oscar-winning visual effects software) to building social platforms before anyone called them that.
Consultants hand you reports. I work with you to think differently using proven frameworks, so you walk away with:
- Clearer decisions
- More confidence
- Tools you can reuse for the next challenge
Think strategic thinking partner, not a report-writer.
Leaders call me when there’s no clear playbook, such as:
- AI transformation strategies
- Organizational change that needs to stick
- Positioning as a thought leader
- High-stakes decisions where standard approaches fail
I don’t dive straight into answers—I map complexity visually. By turning problems into shapes instead of silos, you can spot patterns and connections others miss. My experience spans tech innovation, business building, and community development, so I bring perspectives most advisors don’t.