As an expert, I lend my professional experience and my personal transformation from healing trauma, migrating to another country, overcoming cultural and self-limiting beliefs to finding my purpose.
MEET LEAH: YOUR LIFE & CAREER COACH
At the core of my work is my personal journey of transformation.
As a career administrative professional with a background in human resources and project management, and 9 years of experience in the C-Suite, I bring a unique perspective to our talent hub and training programs.
My passion lies in championing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I), and as your career coach, I am committed to providing you with a valuable resource to help you navigate your journey. Together, we will unlock your full potential and empower you to create a fulfilling and thriving professional path.
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It took a long process to get to where I want.
My personal journey of transformation started with a temporary job as an Administrative Assistant at a non-profit organization when I first arrived in the US as a new immigrant in 2001. Even though I started at the minimum wage, I proved my worth and was hired full-time as a permanent AA within three months. My background in computer technology soon landed me the position of website project manager.
In the years that followed, I held various administrative positions in a real estate investment institution and a food distribution company, showcasing my adaptability to different work environments. However, the 2009 real estate collapse led to my layoff, and I decided to take on the role of a stay-at-home mom while also working part-time as an administrative assistant. It wasn't until 2013 that I returned to the workforce, again as an Administrative Assistant at a non-profit organization. Later that year, I accepted an executive assistant position at a prominent financial institution, where I was ultimately promoted to Senior Executive Assistant.
My extensive education has been crucial to my professional development. I attended prestigious schools in the Philippines before shifting my studies to Human Resources Management at the College of St. Benilde. In the US, I pursued certifications in E-Learning Design and Human Resources Management from NYU and Bergen Community College, respectively. I also enrolled in a graduate certificate program in Project Management from Northeastern University and obtained a certificate in Professional Coaching from NYU.