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Career Coaches and Mentors

Looking for A Career Coach or Mentor?

The Career Development and Transition Committee (CDTC) coordinates a career coaching and mentorship program for the California Association of Healthcare Leaders. Our program is independent of the ACHE sponsored program for mentor-mentees and the ACHE compensated coaches program, which are options also available to CAHL members.

Coach-Mentor Program Overview

Participation in the program is voluntary and not a requirement for CAHL membership.
Coach-mentor's and advisee-mentee shall mutually agree on the nature, scope, boundaries and framework of their relationship.
The CDTC will publish and maintain the career tab, a list of coach-mentors, general services offered and contact information on the CAHL website.
CAHL members may contact coach-mentors in accordance with their guidelines and initiate a dialogue.
All interaction and documentation shall be between coach-mentor and advisee-mentee; CAHL shall maintain no records whatsoever of the relationship and interactions between the parties.
CDTC is available to assist by providing guidance to coaches and mentors on what services to offer, publically available skill development resources and websites, etc. If you are interested in becoming a coach-mentor or need further information please contact a CDTC member at a local chapter event or Joseph M. DeLuca, FACHE, the CDTC chair at jdeluca@itoptimizers.com.
CDTC is available to assist advisee-mentees by providing guidance on what they are seeking, setting expectations, and attempting to match an advisee-mentee to a coach-mentor. If you are interested in becoming an advisee-mentee or need further information please contact a CDTC member at a local chapter event or Joseph M. DeLuca, FACHE, the CDTC chair at jdeluca@itoptimizers.com.

Potential Coach-Mentor Services

Career discussion, resume/cover letter review and career path development
Preparation for interviews
Personalized advice for career transition
Career mentoring, coaching and networking

Call for Coaches-Mentors

Our program success depends on dedicated CAHL members to serve as coaches-mentors. This is a very rewarding service, and an opportunity to develop peers and colleagues, as well as yourself! CAHL members interested in serving your community as a coach-mentor or joining the CDTC team should contact a CDTC member at a chapter event or Joseph M. DeLuca, FACHE, the CDTC chair at jdeluca@itoptimizers.com.

CAHL Coaches-Mentors List

David Bettencourt, MSHCA Program Manager - Practice Support, John Muir Health
Background and Education	Sacramento born, raised in the Bay Area. Bachelors in Exercise Biology from UC Davis and Masters in Health Care Administration from CSU East Bay. Experience in homecare, inpatient nursing Administration (staffing), and Ambulatory Care settings. Currently working as a Program Manager supporting Ambulatory Practice Business Operations for John Muir Health in Walnut Creek, CA. Please see my LinkedIn profile.
Philosophy	My philosophy is that we all have gifts and strengths that develop over time. We can utilize the combination of these talents and accumulate experiences that eventually help us grow into the next position that we might take. Many successful people are not necessarily sure of the next job or jobs in their career path, but my hope is to be able to help people recognize their strengths and experiences to travel a path that suits them and that ultimately provides them satisfaction with their career trajectory as well provides them with the ability to enjoy and make want they want from life.
Coach-Mentor Services	(For students and early careerists) One time coaching on resume proof reading, cover letter, LinkedIn profile review, job search tips, salary negotiation Ongoing Mentoring for career development
Availability	Once a month mentoring either over the phone or in person
Contact Information	Email: dabetten@gmail.com Phone: 916.990.1725

Ruth Cieri, M.S., FACHE
Background and Education	Please see my LinkedIn profile
Philosophy	To help others grow and enrich their professional lives through the exploration of the multi-faceted discipline of healthcare leadership. Provide a venue to foster discussion to promote growth, development, and goal achievement.
Coach-Mentor Services	(For students and early careerists) One time career discussion to include career path development Leadership coaching Mentoring
Availability	One time discussions Once a month mentoring either over the phone or in person
Contact Information	Email: ruth.a.cieri@gmail.com Phone: 740.215.6461

Joseph DeLuca, M.A., FACHE Managing Practice Director, IT Optimizers
Background and Education	Please see my LinkedIn profile
Philosophy	I aim to provide colleagues with honest, positive coaching and mentorship guidance in the context of your goals and aspirations
Coach-Mentor Services	One time career discussion, cover letter and resume review and career path development session Resume re-positioning (for executives, senior leaders) Alternative career paths and opportunities review Leadership coaching Formal mentorship (year minimum formal commitment)
Availability	I schedule one half day every other week for one-time coaching services via telephone or in person. I currently have one formal mentee slot available.
Contact Information	Email: jdeluca@itoptimizers.com Phone: 510.287.3920 I strive to respond within 5 business days, unless I am on vacation.

Laura Perez Ehrheart Executive Consultant
Background and Education	Please see my LinkedIn profile
Philosophy	It’s my purpose to help clients achieve and realize their individual potential and excel in their work, and career. My mentoring and coaching credentials allow me to help careerists realize their potential.
Coach-Mentor Services	One time career discussion, resume/cover letter review and career path development session. Resume/cover letter re-positioning (for executives, senior leaders) Alternative career paths and opportunities review Leadership coaching Formal mentorship (year minimum formal commitment)
Availability	Once a month mentoring/coaching either over the phone or in person
Contact Information	Email: laura@epiphanyconsultingsolutions.com Phone: 650-226-3122 916-248-9756

Michael A. Felder, MS., MBA Lt. Col, USAF, MSC (Ret) Chief Executive Officer, California Correctional Health Care Services
Background and Education	Please see my LinkedIn profile Various positions in both military and civilian healthcare industry Healthcare executive with over 25 years experience in industry with proven results in clinical operations, financial management, and quality outcomes
Philosophy	My goal is to provide individuals with thought-provoking questions, provide coaching and mentoring based on their career desires/challenges, and offer counsel for a host of challenges within the healthcare segment.
Coach-Mentor Services	Leadership Coaching Mentoring Career path development considerations Branding Industry trends and career positioning
Availability	Available for one formal mentee. Time allocation to be determined based on individual's desire
Contact Information	Email: Michael.felder@cdcr.ca.gov

Bryanna Gallaway, MPA-HSA, CPXL (Certified Patient Experience Leader) Director - Service Excellence, Stanford Health Care
Background and Education	Please see my LinkedIn profile In addition to her work at Stanford Health Care, she remains active in many local and national healthcare organizations, such as the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) and the California Association of Healthcare Leaders (CAHL), the Women Health Care Executives (WHCE), the Stanford Health Care Patient and Family Advisory Board, and the Beryl Institute for Patient Experience. Bryanna currently serves as Chair of the Higher Education Network Committee for the CAHL Board of Directors and President-Elect of the WHCE Board of Directors. Aside from professional activities, she very much enjoys time with her husband and friends in wine country, attending music festivals and shows, crafting with pretty papers and fabrics, and hosting themed parties and dinner events.
Philosophy	To connect people, resources, and ideas Professional Priorities: Be curious, focus on the patient and family, be flexible, have fun
Coach-Mentor Services	Leadership Coaching Mentoring One time career discussion to include career path development
Availability	Once a month mentoring either over the phone or in person
Contact Information	Email: bgallaway@stanfordhealthcare.org Phone: 415.971.9832

Brandon J. Hale Junior Military OfficerAssociate, Kaiser Permanente
Background and Education	Please see my LinkedIn profile
Philosphy	Committed to help in the successful transition of high performing Military service members by providing open and honest feedback, coaching, goal setting and interview skills development
Coach-Mentor Services	Leadership Coaching Mentoring Military service and transition discussions One time discussions
Availablity	Once a month mentoring either over the phone or in person
Contact Information	Email: Brandon.j.hale@kp.org

Frank Khan, MBA, CPPS, CPHQ, HACP, LSSGB Patient Safety Consultant
Background and Education	Please see my LinkedIn profile
Philosophy	To help first and early careerist realize their potential, and help define initial goals and aspirations
Coach-Mentor Services	(For students and early careerist) Leadership/Career Coaching Mentoring
Availability	Available most weeknights for a brief phone conversation
Contact Information	Email: fkhanmba@gmail.com

Debra Green Oliphant, MPA, FACHE, CPMSM, CPCS Administrative Director – Medical Staff Services and Pediatric Residency Program, Stanford Health Care and Stanford Children’s Health
Background and Education	Please see my LinkedIn profile
Philosphy	Committed to help others understand that you have control of your destiny and nothing is impossible or unreachable
Coach-Mentor Services	Leadership Coaching Mentoring Resume and cover letter review for students and early careerist
Availablity	Always assessable via email unless on vacation, will set up calls as needed
Contact Information	Email: DebraRGreen@gmail.com

Jillian Springer, FACHE Regional Director – Hospice Operations, Valley Area Sutter Care and Home
Background and Education	Please see my LinkedIn profile
Philosophy	Committed to give back to others through positive support, guidance and mentorship To help others grow and navigate through their career To provide an opportunity to discuss issues ranging from challenging transitions to development opportunities
Coach-Mentor Services	Face-to-face resume reviews Preparation for interviews Personalized advice for career transition Career mentoring and networking One time career discussion to include career path development Leadership mentoring and networking
Availability	One time discussions Once a month mentoring either over the phone or in person
Contact Information	Email: Jillianrspringer@gmail.com

Ankoor Tailor Senior Consultant, ECG Management Consultants
Background and Education	Please see my LinkedIn profile
Philosophy	To provide sound career advice to help others take the next step in their career.
Coach-Mentor Services	(For students and early careerists) One time career discussion to include career path development session Resume review-done over phone and email Mentoring
Availability	One time discussions - once a month Resume review - 4 people per month. Please contact me for availability Mentorship - 1 hour long discussion per month
Contact Information	Email: Ankoor.tailor8@gmail.com