THE PEOPLE
FOUNDER / LEAD CONSULTANT
Maya Townsend, founder and lead consultant of Partnering Resources, helps clients form an accurate picture of current challenges, imagine possibilities for the future, and mobilize energy for change. She specializes in helping leaders identify the hidden web of relationships that drive organization performance, build internal and external alignment, and reach across the white spaces to develop solutions that stick.
A presenter and author on organizational complexity, Maya believes that today’s technology organizations require different thinking and competencies than in the past. Highly intuitive, analytical, and imaginative, she works at all levels, from CEO to line worker, to develop the relationships, ideas, connections, and interdependencies that shift an organization to the next level of productivity and performance. Her style is participatory and she partners closely with clients through a collaborative process of discovery, design, implementation, and evaluation.
Maya was one of the most skillful presenters I have seen in terms of creating buzz, interest, engagement and participation, as well as a subject matter expert. VP, business services organization
Maya serves as an advisor to Gartner, the leading technology research and advisory company, on change management best practices. Maya teaches leadership, strategy, and collaboration skills at Northeastern University and Boston University Corporate Education Center. Her articles on topics such as organizational alignment, adaptability, change, and achievement are regularly published by CIO.Com, Mass High Tech, Chief Learning Officer, and other industry publications. She serves on the Editorial Review Board for OD Practitioner, the premier organization development practitioner journal in the United States. Her presentations at national conferences have been acclaimed “best in conference” by participants.
Maya did an outstanding job of working with the group to really flush out their concerns and get them comfortable with presenting those concerns. We had such a successful dialogue that we continued on the next day for an additional two hours. The participants that I’ve spoken to after the session were unanimous in their praise for the session and each commented on how great Maya was. CEO, software development organization
Maya graduated with distinction from American University / NTL Institute Master of Science in Organization Development (MSOD) program and holds a certificate in Organization Development from Georgetown University. She is a member of the NTL Institute for Applied Behavioral Science and the Organization Development Network.
When not working, Maya facilitates professional chocolate tastings and hikes in the forest with her . Email: maya [at] partneringresources.com
Linked In: http://www.linkedin.com/in/mayatownsend
Twitter: mayapare
Associates
Amber Mayes is an organization development consultant and coach with 10+ years of experience facilitating the learning and growth of leaders and organizations. Her passion is creating environments where individuals and organizations can optimize their potential and performance. Through experiential coaching and training models, Amber facilitates the individual awareness and skill development necessary for effective leadership in today's diverse world.
Amber brings a strategic perspective to every engagement, focusing on helping her clients adapt to the complexity of today’s rapidly changing global markets. She has taught Organization Behavior at Bentley College and Cross Cultural Communication at Northeastern University.
Amber holds a master’s degree from the American University / NTL Institute Master of Science in Organization Development (MSOD) program. She graduated with honors from Harvard University with B.A. in Psychology. She is qualified in Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) and the Power and Systems Organization Workshop. She is a member of the NTL Institute for Applied Behavioral Science and the Organization Development Network. When not working, Amber sings at the occasional open mic night and is learning to play guitar.
Email: amber [at] partneringresources.com
Bauback Yeganeh, Ph.D. focuses on creating and sustaining market leading strategic initiatives. Bauback consults on organizational strategy implementation, culture, leadership development, and eco-advantage strategies. In addition to consulting and writing, Bauback is an Adjunct Professor at American University, an Affiliate Instructor of the Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University, and a distinguished faculty member of The NTL Institute.
Bauback holds a Ph.D. in organizational behavior from Case Western Reserve University and an M.S. in organization development from American University. Bauback is an accredited consultant for the Emotional-Social Competence Inventory (ESCI) and an NTL Member. When not working, Bauback records and produces music, and play nylon string guitar and percussion. Email: bauback [at] partneringresources.com
Cheryl Coonahan has over twenty-three years’ experience managing, consulting, and training in private sector and nonprofit organizations. She has managed large multi-cultural teams delivering services in challenging environments (the United Nations and several private agencies) and was recognized as the “top manager” among staff in 30 agencies. Cheryl has devoted 15+ years exclusively to international organizations and intercultural issues, including seven years during which she was based in Thailand. She also has worked in Romania, India, The Philippines, Kenya and South Africa and has significant experience in Cambodia, France, and Switzerland. Overall, Cheryl has traveled and/or lived in over 35 countries.
Cheryl has a M.A. in International Management from the School for International Training and a Certificate in Organization Development from the NTL Institute for Applied Behavioral Science. She is a member of the Organization Development Network. When not working, Cheryl does laundry. And in the rest of her spare time, she reads, tries to run, and thinks about her next international trip. Email: cheryl [at] partneringresources.com