i love cultivating leadership from the inside out — uplifting each person with honor and dignity. with empathy, clarity, and care, i help individuals transform their deepest wounds into strengths that support purposeful, courageous living. my work centers on creating spaces where people feel safe, seen, connected, and empowered, and on fostering a deeper understanding of how our being shapes our doing.

one of my proudest accomplishments is soul shoppe, which i co-founded in 2001 to bring empathy-building and social-emotional learning into elementary schools. through this work and the work i’ve done with teams and groups, i’ve learned what people need to grow, thrive, and lead with integrity and heart.

i am a proud american-born filipina, raised in san francisco, ca. my leadership is shaped by lived experience, ancestral wisdom, and a lifelong journey of healing and transformation. everything i offer, from workshops and trainings to circles and coaching, is rooted in the belief that when we deepen our relationship with ourselves, we create meaningful change in our communities and in the world.

what matters to me…

    • v!’s facilitation is rooted in respect for every individual's dignity. she creates a strong sense of belonging within teams, ensuring everyone feels valued and heard. her approach fosters an environment of freedom where participants can express themselves fully and authentically.

    • what you see is what you get - vicki! brings her true self to every group and project, inspiring brave communication and expression in others.  this transparency sets a trusting tone for all her sessions, and gives permission for all participants to also value and honor their own authenticity, as well as others.

    • vicki! adeptly navigates conversations, especially when tensions rise. if participants become defensive or closed off, she skillfully reopens the dialogue, ensuring continuous, productive communication.

  • vicki! excels at creating environments where participants feel safe to explore their deepest emotions and thoughts. her sessions encourage openness and vulnerability, crucial for genuine growth and connection.

  • expect to be pushed beyond your comfort zone. vicki! is skilled at asking the hard questions that facilitate real change and clarity about intended outcomes.

  • vicki! keeps things engaging and interactive, fostering a sense of play and teamwork. from revealing unspoken behaviors to deep trust-building exercises, v!’s activities are designed to illuminate and transform.

 

  • "vicki! has the ability to sweep up the energy in a room, engage every participant emotionally and mentally, and help them open their hearts and connect with others.”

    -jonathan bender, wholespeak

  • "we needed a facilitator who would help us be in our heart-mind space. we are a work entity. and with the kind of work we do, it matters how we feel and how we feel about each other. vicki! makes things real."

     -pui ling tam 


  • "vicki! is willing to push us for clarity about intended outcomes. let go and let vicki! design something with you because you have to do something new to have something else possible. if i could get there on my own, i wouldn't be asking vicki!"

    -gwen tillman

  • "v! is a talented and experienced coach led by her heart. i think of her wisdom often as i'm facing challenges."

    -kara camden

  • “she is an incredible woman with a lot of heart and wisdom - insightful and caring.”

    - susan hammack

  • “she is someone i can count on to never judge me, she makes me feel safe to be my true self and share some intense issues and feel ok about it. she is a great listener, but also lays out various steps for your future in an easy digestible way.”

    - jenell marshall

  • "vicki! brings heart and intention to every interaction. being in her orbit reminds you of your own potential and invites you to slow down, go deeper, and show up more fully. she's always in service of something greater."

    -samantha gaunt