Diane is a seasoned coach, facilitator, and mentor.
Hi, I’m Diane…I help people find new vantage points when they get stuck.
I’m a coach, facilitator, and workshop leader with nearly 20 years of experience helping people navigate complex problems, challenging conversations, and meaningful learning.
For most of my career, I worked with software teams and organizations. I applied systems thinking, asked better questions, and collaborated to find practical ways forward. I still use all of that. But these days, I’m less interested in helping companies simply do more and I’m more interested in helping people create lives and work that feel meaningful to them.
Maybe you’re at a crossroads. You know something needs to change but can’t quite see what. Maybe you keep getting stuck in the same patterns and the same conversations, avoiding the same decisions. You’re ready to try something different and know it will be easier if someone can help you figure out a different path forward.
That’s where I come in.
I’ll ask questions. I’ll point out the unspoken assumptions I’m seeing. I’ll introduce tools and perspectives that can help you see things differently and discover new options available to you. Together we’ll find a new vantage point so you can see a different path.
You don’t need someone to tell you what to do. You need someone who can help you see what you can’t see from where you’re standing.
Contact me for current rates and availability or visit OnBelay.co to learn more about what we offer.
“I thought I was good with people, but when I watch Diane, I realize I have a lot to learn.”
“As I got to know Diane, I learned that she is a remarkably empathetic leader. Her boundless enthusiasm and energy is tempered by a practiced ability to listen and grounded in a deep well of knowledge, both theoretical and practical. ”
Diane is an international speaker and workshop facilitator.
I have presented numerous talks and workshops at events around the world, including Agile20xx, Agile and Beyond, dsmAgile, CodeMash, Lean Agile Scotland, NDC Oslo, ØreDev, and Agile India. I enjoy teaching and connecting with others who share my passion for learning.
I also lead custom workshops and facilitate conversations for organizations like yours, particularly around communication, collaboration, leadership, and navigating challenging workplace dynamics. If you're planning a women's leadership event, team gathering, or other workplace learning session, I'd love to talk about creating an experience that would be useful for your group.
Contact me for current rates and availability.
“I will say that this was the best workshop I attended during this conference. ”
Growth requires courage. Climb on.
We get out of life what we are brave enough to put into it. Kind and endlessly curious, I believe every person has the potential to live an authentic, impactful life - unique to their skills, passions, and interests.
My interests include climbing, kayaking, flower gardening, traveling, writing, art & architecture, volunteering, and spending time with friends, family, and my two amazing sons. I am also determined to find a winter escape from life in the snow belt.
Drop a note and say hello.