About Me
Hi, I’m T (like the drink or 20th letter in the alphabet) – a people-centered small business and leadership consultant guiding wildly unique and delightfully unconventional entrepreneurs to grow into confident, compassionate leaders.
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I help small business owners and entrepreneurs become the kind of leaders their teams want to follow – not because they have to, but because they genuinely respect and believe in them.
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I bring 25 years of hands-on leadership experience in restaurants, breweries, events, tech, hospitality, and more – basically, every industry that requires equal parts hustle, heart, and humor to survive. I’ve built teams from scratch, opened businesses from the ground up, and learned (sometimes the hard way) what truly makes a workplace thrive: clear communication, follow-through, boundaries, and a leader who genuinely cares.
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If you’ve ever found yourself thinking, “I love what I do, but I’m not great at managing people,” then we’re going to get along beautifully. My goal isn’t to turn you into someone you’re not – it’s to help you lead in a way that feels authentic, aligned, and sustainable. I help you build a business that honors your energy, your values, and your boundaries. Your business should be your partner, not your boss.
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When I’m not consulting, you can find me with my little family walking our pup, Hazy, by any body of water, DJing local events, traveling to a new city, eating pizza or hosting a dinner party for my chosen family. I’m an anxious perfectionist with a soft spot for messy humans – and I believe that with the right support, every business owner can become a confident, compassionate, and respected leader.




So Proud
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FOUNDER / RESIDENT DJ
Queer First Fridays 2017-2024
Voted “Best Inclusive Dance Night” by East Bay Express
Highlights & Features Include: Oakland Pride Main Stage / Brooklyn Pride + Threes Brewing Collab / Good Beer Hunting Podcast / G.B.H. Article / SF Chronicle / Craft Beer.com
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25+ YEARS HOSPITALITY, TECH BEVERAGE & FOOD INDUSTRY
Chief Operating Officer + Events at The Rare Barrel and Hello Friend Beer
Head of Operations + Events at Temescal Brewing
General Manager + Operations at Cabana
Shift Leader + Associate Team Leader at Whole Foods Market
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CRAFT BEER COLLABS & LABELS
Love is Love
Boomerang
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EVENT PLANNING
Summer Supper - Family-Style
Farm-to-Table Dinner
Black Power Blueprint with
Uhuru Food & Pies
Seasonal Craft Markets
Spooky Puppy / Valentine’s Day Dog Prom / 2020 Virtual Pride
QFF Boat Party / Queer Weddings​​​​​
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