About ME

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 Hi, I’m Darla—a certified professional coach, corporate compliance expert, and someone who knows what it’s like to build a life and career from the ground up.

I didn’t start my career at the top. I began in an administrative role, navigating the workplace with limited guidance and a strong desire to grow. Through self-directed learning, consistent goal-setting, and perseverance, I earned promotions and salary increases year after year—eventually stepping into leadership as a Director.

But my journey wasn’t just about career titles. Behind the scenes, I was also working through significant financial challenges. Like many, I faced mounting credit card debt, car loans, and the stress that comes from living paycheck to paycheck. Instead of staying stuck, I immersed myself in financial education, applied what I learned, and completely turned my situation around. I paid off debt, purchased my home, and laid a stable financial foundation for the future.  That transformation—professionally and financially—ignited my passion for helping others do the same.

Today, I’m an ICF-Certified Coach, a Certified Fraud Examiner, and a Corporate Compliance and Ethics Professional. But more than that, I’m a mentor, guide, and accountability partner for people in the middle stages of life who are ready to move forward—whether that’s getting out of debt, rediscovering their purpose, building a fulfilling career, or finding hope after loss.

I’ve mentored peers and colleagues in every workplace I’ve been in—formally and informally—because I believe in people. I believe in second chances, new beginnings, and the power of making steady, wise choices.

That’s why I created a coaching practice that brings together the areas most people struggle to navigate alone: finances, career, life transitions, grief, and personal growth.

If you’re ready to take the next step—but don’t want to do it alone—I’m here to help. I don’t just coach from theory. I coach from lived experience, professional integrity, and a deep commitment to helping you thrive.

Let’s move forward—together.