Hi, I’m Jacqueline!

YOUR COACH AND STRATEGIC PARTNER

I help ambitious women leaders like you redefine success, navigate change, and design lives that feel as good on the inside as they look on the outside.

But this isn’t just about professional accolades or accomplishments (although we’ll get there). Let’s start with the personal:

I’m a native Texan, a woman of faith, a proud mom to a 24-year-old spirited neurodivergent young woman, and the daughter of two incredible souls. I’m a sassy introvert, a fiercely loyal friend, and someone who believes life’s best moments are spent kayaking with manatees, snorkeling with sea turtles, or enjoying a patio brunch with good company.

I come from a family of resilience and resourcefulness. My mother, a talented seamstress, taught me the value of crafting with intention—whether it’s a garment, a career, or a life. My father, a retired Army veteran, instilled in me the power of dedication and adaptability.

These values—intention, resilience, and purpose—form the foundation of my work, shaping how I empower women leaders to craft careers and lives that align with their values and aspirations.

By blending strategy with soul, I’ve developed a multidisciplinary approach to leadership and personal growth that bridges evidence-based tools with heart-centered coaching.

Here’s how:

  • Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach: We’ll uncover your unique talents and leverage them as a foundation for growth.

  • Design Thinking Practitioner: Together, we’ll explore possibilities and test small, actionable steps to build your ideal future.

  • Ed.D. in Performance Improvement & M.A. in Counseling: I bring a deep understanding of learning, psychology, and organizational effectiveness to my coaching.

  • Real-World Experience Across Industries: From education to entertainment and nonprofits to entrepreneurship, I’ve worked with leaders across a wide spectrum of roles and industries.

Since 2018, I’ve supported hundreds of women in rediscovering their spark, elevating their impact, and designing careers and lives that feel authentically aligned.

This isn’t about a cookie-cutter plan. We’ll create a strategy that’s 100% tailored to you.

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Positive change requires both strategy and grace.

Why the name Strategy & Grace?
It’s more than a business name—it’s a philosophy.

Grace represents the kindness, compassion, and resilience we extend to ourselves and others as we navigate life’s inevitable challenges. It reminds us to lead with heart, faith, and intention.

Strategy represents the purposeful action and clarity needed to move forward with alignment and focus. It’s the blueprint that turns vision into reality.

Together, Strategy and Grace form a powerful partnership:

  • Grace sustains the journey. It keeps you grounded, centered, and focused on what truly matters.

  • Strategy sets the direction. It empowers you to act boldly, align with your values, and design a legacy that lasts.

This balance is at the heart of everything I do—and what I bring to every coaching partnership.


My journey to alignment. For years, I did what many ambitious women do:
I raced up the professional ladder and into leadership, at all levels, chased goals, and ticked off the milestones of conventional success. On paper, I had it all. But beneath the surface, I felt exhausted, disconnected, and unfulfilled.

I knew something needed to change. I hit pause—taking a one-year sabbatical (that turned into a 4-year career break) to reflect, reset, and reimagine my life. That decision wasn’t easy, but it transformed everything.

Now, I help other women leaders make their own bold moves—to reclaim their well-being, redefine success, and create meaningful impact without sacrificing themselves in the process.


I partner with:

Women Leaders

  • High-performing professionals who feel stuck or misaligned with their values.

  • Emerging leaders ready to step into roles of greater influence with confidence.

  • Established leaders seeking to reclaim well-being and redefine success on their terms.

Teams and Organizations

  • Building strengths-based leadership programs to amplify team performance.

  • Creating workshops and initiatives that foster resilience and career well-being.

  • Supporting employee resource groups that offer support, mentorship, and advocacy to women in the workplace.

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MY MISSION

To empower ambitious, values-driven women leaders to redefine success, reclaim well-being, and reimagine their impact—in work and in life. My work is rooted in the belief that clarity sparks bold action, grace sustains growth, and strategy turns possibility into progress.

Now it’s your turn.

Does this sound familiar?

You’ve achieved success on paper, but:

  • You feel restless, disconnected, and stuck in a life that doesn’t reflect who you are.

  • You’re tired of hustling and sacrificing your well-being for professional goals.

  • You know it’s time for change but aren’t sure where to begin.

Here’s the good news: You don’t have to figure it out alone.

Whether you’re:

  • Navigating a career pivot

  • Tackling a leadership challenge

  • Seeking clarity on your next chapter

I’ll guide you through the process of redefining your goals, reclaiming your well-being, and creating the life you were meant for—with strategy, grace, and unwavering support.

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READY TO GET STARTED?

Here are three ways I can help you:

  1. Book a Power Hour Strategy Session. Gain clarity and take smart action with a focused, one-time coaching call.

  2. Join The Balcony Membership. A supportive community designed to help you stay inspired and make steady progress.

  3. Explore Coaching Packages. For long-term support, we’ll work together to create a comprehensive strategy to achieve your goals.

Let’s chart a new path—one filled with clarity, purpose, and bold action.

“My experience with Jacqueline was extremely eye-opening and exciting! Coming in to it, I was at a crossroads about where to take my professional life and now I can say that I have a clear view of my next steps and understand why they are important. I learned that it's okay to pivot as long as I have a purposeful plan and I am being true to myself. I enjoyed the combination of strategic planning and movement towards greater feelings of empowerment.”

— Sara Soto, Content Specialist (Dallas, TX)