Debra Holloway, Consultant and Coach on Influential Women

Influential Woman · Nonprofit and Small Business

Debra Holloway

Consultant and Coach, DebraHollowayPhD.

Rye, NH

2Awards received

Certifications · Degrees · Memberships

Degree PhD in Education Degree MA in English Degree MA in Coaching Degree BA in English Cert Certified Coach Cert MA in English Cert BA in English Cert PhD in Education

Her Story

About Debra

I am an innovative consultant, coaching nonprofit organizations and small businesses in transformational change, leadership development, strategic planning, fundraising, communications, and building culture. My background in anthropology and how people learn informs my expertise as a creative thought leader and coach. I draw on 30 years of experience in education and nonprofits as a researcher, professional developer, executive director, grant writer, fundraiser, and board member. In addition to consulting, I am a fine artist with paintings and sculptures in U.S. and international private collections.

Her Interview

Ten minutes with Debra

01What do you attribute your success to?

Hard work, willingness to take risks, and support from professional mentors and my family.

02What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?

Say “yes” and believe you can do anything.

03What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?

Believe in yourself and try new things, even when they make you uncomfortable. That’s when you learn the most.

04What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?

Leadership in the midst of uncertainty.

05What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?

Honesty, kindness, and gratitude

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