Lori
Owner/Operator at Purposeful Leadership Consulting and Co-Owner, Chief Collaboration Officer at Wi2 Co-Lab
- Role
- Co-founder at Athenaaz Foundation
- Location
- Glendale, AZ, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Lori
As a purpose-driven leader, educator, and organizational consultant, I am passionate about helping individuals, organizational leaders, and teams unlock their full potential. With a Ph.D. in Management, specializing in Human Resources, a Masters Degree in Management, and a strong foundation in business, education, and psychology, I bring over 20 years of experience in executive leadership, strategic development, and program innovation. Based in Glendale, Arizona, I am the founder of Purposeful Leadership consulting and a dedicated advisor to nonprofit organizations, including CeCe’s Hope Center, supporting women recovering from trafficking and trauma.I specialize in aligning organizational culture with values-based leadership, cultivating psychologically safe teams, and empowering leaders through tailored training, assessments, and executive coaching. Whether guiding capacity planning, leading workshops, or mentoring doctoral candidates, I aim to inspire clarity, courage, and transformation.My strengths include strategic visioning, compassionate leadership, and systems thinking. I am deeply committed to building communities of practice where collaboration, integrity, and growth thrive. I also serve as a keynote speaker and advocate for intentional leadership practices and equitable opportunities in education and the workplace.If you are seeking a collaborative partner to support leadership development, nonprofit capacity building, or strategic consulting, I’d love to connect and explore how we can work together.
Experience
Co-founder
Jan 2022 — Present · Glendale, AZ, US
As Co-Founder of AthenaAZ Foundation in Glendale, I help lead a mission-driven organization dedicated to advancing women in leadership across Arizona. I collaborate on strategic direction, partnerships, and leadership programming that foster professional growth, mentorship, and community impact. Through cross-sector engagement and high-impact events for women ages 14-99, we work to elevate women’s voices, expand opportunity, and strengthen the leadership pipeline throughout our region and beyond.
Education
Western International University, Arizona
Master of Business Administration, Management
1997 — 1999
Capella University
PhD, Organization and Management - Human Resource Mgmt
2003 — 2007
University of Dubuque
BS - Education, Physical Education/Biology
Western International University, Arizona
Post-Masters Certificate, Marketing
1999 — 2000
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