Meet Dorene!
Founder & Head Coach
Early in Dorene’s career, she was fortunate to have role models who exemplified effective coaching practices, which ignited her passion for coaching. As she evolved in her executive roles, Dorene's commitment to personal growth and leadership excellence deepened, leading her to pursue coaching professionally.
Dorene's approach, rooted in the ithrive31 philosophy, centers on uncovering authentic, sustainable solutions that align with her client’s objectives and aspirations. She works with individuals and organizations to identify practical and achievable strategies to reach their goals. Dorene firmly believes that every person has the capacity to thrive, and her dedication to helping others succeed shines through every interaction.
Things to know about Dorene:
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Authenticity, integrity, and genuine connection fuel my essence energy.
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Coaching can ignite powerful personal and professional transformation. I’ve seen it happen, and I love being part of it.
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I pay attention to energy – my own and others. It ripples.
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I’m all in on professional development! I hold a PCC professional coaching credential with the International Coaching Federation and CPC from IPEC.
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I am practical and results-oriented. My 25 years of leadership roles have helped me understand workplace challenges across many industries.
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I love helping personal clients navigate their careers, especially when feeling stuck or needing a change.
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Recharging for me is a good personal development podcast, a fun audiobook, traveling to warm places, or a great day with my husband on a boat!
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Doesn’t everyone spoil their dog? Yes, we have a spoiled yellow Lab.
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The best places to visit? Minneapolis, MN, and Denver, Co., to see our adult kids, their spouses, and their dogs.
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Favorite quote: “People don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care.”
What I Offer
Workshops and Speaking
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I offer a wide range of interactive sessions customized around the topics of Leadership Coaching, Personal Development and Well-being.
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Living Intentionally
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Building Coaching Capabilities
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Well-being in the Workplace
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Leadership Presence
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Proactively Managing Conflict
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Other Topics as requested
Coaching in Organizations ​
I partner with organizations to offer external Coaching support. This includes:
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One-on-one Coaching
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Group Coaching
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Coaching on Demand™
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Human Resource Coaching Support
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Custom-designed Coaching Solutions
Personal Transition Coaching​
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Regardless of life’s circumstances, I love partnering with personal clients to let their light shine bright.
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Career Coaching
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Life Transitions
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Goal Accountability
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Living Intentionally
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Work/Life Balance
From my very first meeting with Dorene, I knew she was someone that I could confide in as I shared both my personal and professional thoughts and challenges. She has helped me find clarity in my purpose, both personally and professionally, by developing a better understanding of how to tap into courage, strength, passion and confidence to overcome any challenge or unexpected change that life throws my way.
Brian, CEO of Marketing Company
In addition to her structure and approach, Dorene has a wealth of experience working with all different kinds of people – that has been so invaluable! She provides an objective approach and reframes situations allowing you to see them in a different light and try a fresh approach. Dorene also has great energy – you’re excited to work with her, get her insight, and you can trust that she’ll support you down the right path.
Anne, Dean at Large Academic Institution
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Create your road map for the future.
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