Gillian Dunn, MA, ACC, ELI-MP

Gillian Dunn has a diverse work experience that spans across various roles and industries. Gillian currently works as a Coach at Activate 180, where they apply the Activate 180 Methodology to elevate employee performance, retention, productivity, and happiness. In this role, they also provide career coaching plans to improve satisfaction and productivity in all areas of life.

Prior to Activate 180, Gillian Dunn served as a Coach at LifeHikes®, where they utilized an experiential approach to learning and development. Gillian also worked as a Coach at SkillCycle.

Before their coaching roles, Gillian Dunn worked as a Leadership Coach at Gillian Dunn Coaching, where they helped corporate leaders reduce stress, manage change, and communicate effectively. Gillian also has experience as a Consultant at Stewards of Change and as a Project Manager at The Asperger/Autism Network (AANE).

Gillian Dunn's earlier work experience includes serving as a Change Management and Communications Consultant at B2B Workforce, where they consulted on a major transformation effort at a storage technology client. Gillian also worked as a Senior Employee Communications Manager and an Employee Communications Manager at Sun Microsystems, where they developed communications plans and tactics for global initiatives. Additionally, they held various roles in the Human Resources department at Sun Microsystems, including Organizational Development Consultant and participating in the HR Leadership Development program.

Overall, Gillian Dunn has a strong background in coaching, change management, and communications, with a focus on supporting employee success and organizational growth.

Gillian Dunn, MA, ACC, ELI-MP has a diverse education history. Gillian obtained their Bachelor of Science degree in Human and Organizational Development from Vanderbilt University in 1997. From 2000 to 2002, Gillian pursued their Master of Arts degree in Human Resources and Industrial Relations at the University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management.

More recently, in 2021, Gillian attended iPEC Coaching where they received training and certifications. Gillian obtained the titles of Certified Professional Coach (CPC), Energy Leadership™ Index Master Practitioner (ELI-MP), and also completed the COR.E Dynamics | Transitions Dynamics™ Specialist (CTDS) program.

Additionally, Gillian became an Associate Certified Coach (ACC) through the International Coaching Federation in August 2022. Gillian is also an ICF Member, which they obtained in November 2021. Gillian has further enriched their skills and knowledge through the Foundational Concepts: InterOptimability Training and Certification Curriculum offered by the Stewards of Change Institute, although the specific dates of completion are not provided.