A guiding light for the disoriented.
A steady hand for the misaligned.
The path forward isn't always clear. The systems don't always hold.
Forest Moonlight offers deeply personalized coaching and fractional operational leadership for individuals and organizations ready to move with more clarity, steadiness, and intention.
Illuminating the path. Stabilizing the systems.
βThe pursuit of clarity and transformation requires integrity, accountability, and kindnessβ
π Chanta Monique
Founder of Forest Moonlight
I believe that each bold choice we dare to make forms the exceptional lives and world we desire to create.
We often are not the designer of the options that are placed in our path.
Even though you may not have designed the options that are currently on your path, you do have agency to make a choice.
Sometimes, all of the options are not obvious. A little extra light from another source can help us see more of our options, and to see each option more clearly.
I founded Forest Moonlight to provide that extra light to folks who are ready to make some decisions, and are open to my facilitation, thought partnership, and coaching.
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WHY FOREST MOONLIGHT
THE FOREST can be a spellbinding place.
It can be dark and overwhelming, especially when you are unfamiliar with the terrain.
At the very same time,
THE FOREST can offer sustenance, shelter, and deep healing.
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Preparation and partnership can make all the difference
in the quality of the experience
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The brightest and largest object in our night sky, THE MOON moderates Earthβs wobble, making our home planet more livable.
THE MOON has guided humans for thousands of years through its steady rhythms and reliable illumination.
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Forest Moonlight offers a guiding light to help find your path and your pace,
and support to stabilize your wobble.
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Experiences & Education
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Microsoft
Engineering Chief of Staff
HR Business Partner
Talent Management ConsultantAmerican Express
Talent ManagementWhirlpool Corp
Talent Management
DEIGeneral Electric (Aviation)
Financial Management Program (FMP) Internship Program Manager
Treasury Analyst
Financial Planning Analyst
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Case Western Reserve University
Bachelor of Science - Management
Concentration: FinanceBachelor of Arts - Communication Sciences
Cornell University
Masters of Business Administration (MBA)
Concentration: Strategic Operations (Supply Chain, Ops, Production Management)Masters of Industrial and Labor Relations (MILR)
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In no particular order⦠these are a SHORT selection of books that have inspired me and my current Magic Mess.
Professional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighter Manual
Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less
Change Me Prayers: The Hidden Power of Spiritual Surrender
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Outdoor fun including hiking, rafting, kayaking, softball, and a mandatory monthly Planet Plug-In (ask me more)!
2025 Growth Moment:
After years of resistance, I finally learned how to play chess at 42β¦and I love it!
My Offerings
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Coaching
My approach to coaching draws from life, executive, leadership, and performance modalities, anchored by 20 years of direct experience working within and alongside organizations. I call it Wholistic Wealth & Wellness Coaching because real transformation doesn't separate who you are from how you work, or what you earn from how you feel.
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Fractional Operational Leadership & Consulting
Fractional COO and business consulting services through Forest Moonlight are designed for founders, small business owners, and mission-driven teams experiencing the growing pains of misalignment β between strategy and execution, between leadership and operations, between where you are and where you're trying to go.
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Workshops and Meetings
Collaboration and learning are important ingredients for team success. Facilitate higher engagement, stronger impact, and increased ENJOYMENT for your next strategic leadership meeting, workshop, or retreat with the help of Forest Moonlight.
