Approach
I have a deep and collaborative relationship with my clients.
Listening—really listening—comes first. I become a part of your team. My ability to quickly grasp the essence of your needs, challenges, and goals sets me apart. I ask a lot of questions and not just once. Throughout our relationship, I keep listening. It’s what I’m known for.
I’m here to be a catalyst for change
If you’re here, you’re ready for it. My role? To kickstart lasting, meaningful transformation—the kind that drive success and keep it going. This growth comes from real, powerful, sometimes tough conversations. And hard work. But don’t worry, I’ve got your back every step of the way.
I’m only successful if you are.
Positive reviews and feedback are great, and I get my share. But my success isn’t just about client satisfaction; it’s about the tangible success you achieve as a result of our work together. Tell me what success looks like for you, and we’ll team up to make it happen.
I Trust You.
And you can trust me. I’ve witnessed firsthand the incredible potential my clients have to achieve their goals. Your vision, values, and skills have driven your past successes. My role is to align with you, bringing my guidance, tools, and expertise into the mix. Together, we’ll amplify your strengths and take your achievements to the next level.
I believe the best leaders don’t go it alone.
Leaders are only as good as the teams they lead. I have collaborated with hundreds of leaders, guiding their teams from a culture of conflict to one of collaboration, transforming dysfunction into trust and changing a group of smart and gifted individuals into an extraordinary high performing team.
Dana Kaland
Founder
As a coach, I forge dynamic partnerships with leaders and their teams. I bring a suite of tools, tailored guidance, and actionable strategies to hone their skills, sharpen their vision, and cultivate high-performing teams. Through this collaboration, we drive organizational success, fostering growth, engagement, and innovation at every level.
I’m a seasoned coach, team builder, and facilitator with decades of experience working with organizations of all sizes, from Fortune 100 companies to small and midsize enterprises. I founded Partnerships In Change to empower companies to thrive through leadership excellence and inspiring teamwork.
My clients span the professional spectrum, including healthcare, technology, manufacturing, bio tech, financial services, entertainment, government, and education. I’ve been called bold, courageous, compassionate, and insightful (and who am I to argue?). Driven by core values and unwavering passion, I leverage my expertise to coach leaders in achieving their goals. My mission? To help them uncover their authentic style, tackle challenges, and build unstoppable teams.
I hold the prestigious PCC credential from the International Coach Federation, which requires over 500 hours of training, supervision and mentoring. I obtained my CPC (Certified Professional Coach) from the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching. I am also a certified and accredited facilitator of The Five Behaviors of a Team, Everything DiSC, and multiple 360-degree assessments. I earned both my BA and MA in Business Communication from San Diego State University (SDSU) and have served as adjunct faculty for University of California San Diego, and in the Human Resource Management Program at SDSU . I was also selected as a Mentor Coach for the University of San Diego’s prestigious Executive Coaching Certification Program.
On a personal note, I’ve been on an extraordinary journey for over four decades with my best friend, co-pilot in life, and husband, Gary. (And he’s an actual pilot, which makes it even better!) We embrace an active, outdoorsy life in the sunny paradise of San Diego, California. We’re the proud parents of two fantastic adults and their equally amazing partners, who’ve wisely chosen to stick around close by and bless us with five grandkids. These little whirlwinds keep us feeling young and vibrant (and a bit exhausted if we’re honest). Building a strong, value-rooted family infused with grace alongside Gary has been my greatest achievement and, frankly, my favorite adventure.
