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Founder & CEO
Portland, ME
Debra Boggs is an award-winning entrepreneur and nationally recognized expert in executive career strategy. As CEO of D&S Executive Career Management, she has built one of the country’s premier firms supporting senior leaders in navigating complex career transitions, landing board seats, and maximizing compensation in competitive markets.
After launching D&S from the ground up nearly a decade ago, Debra scaled the business into a seven-figure firm with an elite team of experts serving high-level professionals around the globe. Her proven methodology has helped thousands of executives secure leadership roles at the world’s most notable companies.
Debra’s thought leadership has been featured in Forbes, Fast Company, Newsweek, The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, and dozens of other media outlets. She’s also a sought-after speaker for national conferences and private leadership events.
Debra and her team at D&S Executive Career Management are passionate about empowering executives to take control of their careers, maximize their earning potential, and increase their impact on the world.
Director of Client Success
Portland, ME
As director of client success at D&S Executive Career Management, Carmen Poff is the first connection point for senior executives and board candidates beginning their career transition journey. With a calm, strategic presence and a deep understanding of executive career needs, Carmen helps each prospective client clarify their goals and align with the right path forward.
Carmen brings a unique, cross-industry perspective shaped by her diverse experience in tech startups, media, apparel, law enforcement, and government. Her background spans sales, program administration, marketing, customer success, and business ownership, equipping her with the insight and adaptability to connect with high-performing professionals across industries.
At D&S, Carmen plays a key role in ensuring that every client’s journey begins with clarity, trust, and intention. Her thoughtful approach and wide-ranging expertise help executives feel confident and supported as they take the first step toward their next leadership chapter.
Marketing & Executive Assistant
Port Harcout, Nigeria
Blessing brings a passion for continuous learning, relentless pursuit of excellence, and an infectious positivity to her role as Marketing & Executive Assistant at D&S Executive Career Management. In her multifaceted role, she partners closely with the leadership team to support marketing strategy and execution and keep operations running smoothly behind the scenes, impacting every facet of our business.
A true culture champion, Blessing is known internally as our “chief morale booster,” bringing energy and cohesion to every initiative.
Blessing holds a bachelor’s degree in Public Administration and has earned multiple professional certifications in digital marketing, project management, and business communications, making her a versatile powerhouse in both execution and engagement.
Whether she’s coordinating a multi-channel marketing campaign, playing CEO-wrangler, or bringing fresh ideas to the table, Blessing plays a vital role in ensuring the current and future success of D&S Executive Career Management.
Lead Executive Coach & Search Strategist
Littleton, CO
Matilda Cole is a career success multiplier for C-suite executives, board candidates, and senior leaders ready to make their next big move. With more than 20 years of experience as an executive recruiter in both agency and in-house environments, Matilda brings unmatched insight into what top decision makers look for when selecting elite talent.
Her background includes working with some of the world’s most respected organizations, from Fortune 500s to private equity firms and FAANG innovators. As a former power user of LinkedIn Recruiter and multiple applicant tracking systems, she now uses that insider knowledge to craft career documents and LinkedIn profiles that cut through the noise and speak directly to what hiring leaders want to see.
Matilda holds top-tier credentials, including certified executive resume master, certified professional resume writer, senior professional in human resources from HRCI, and LinkedIn certified professional recruiter. She earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Denver.
At D&S Executive Career Management, Matilda is known for her strategic mindset, deep recruiting expertise, and ability to position clients for the roles they deserve with confidence and clarity.
Lead Executive Resume Writer & Job Search Strategist
Fond du Lac, WI
Allan Wojahn brings a thoughtful and strategic approach to helping senior leaders navigate pivotal career transitions. As an executive resume writer and career coach, Allan blends proven methodology with personalized guidance to craft compelling personal brands that resonate with executive decision makers.
Known for his deep commitment to client success, Allan partners one-on-one with executives to translate their experience into clear and confident leadership narratives. His work consistently positions clients for high-level roles by highlighting their unique value in a way that connects with both recruiters and decision makers.
Allan holds certifications as a certified professional resume writer (CPRW) through the Professional Association of Résumé Writers and Career Coaches (PARWCC) and as a personal branding strategist through the Career Thought Leaders Consortium. He earned a Bachelor of Science from the University of Wisconsin and a master of Arts in Human Services Counseling from Liberty University.
At D&S Executive Career Management, Allan is known for his steady presence, strategic insight, personable empathy, and ability to help clients lead their search with clarity and purpose.
Executive Resume Writer & Job Search Strategist
Orlando, FL
Emily Graham combines a recruiter’s eye with a strategist’s mind to help senior leaders stand out in competitive markets. With more than a decade of corporate recruiting leadership experience, she brings rare insider insight into how top candidates are identified, evaluated, and hired.
At D&S Executive Career Management, Emily leverages that knowledge to craft polished, high-impact resumes and job search strategies that position clients for the roles they truly want.
Emily is known for her ability to uncover and articulate each client’s unique value with clarity and confidence, translating complex career paths into powerful leadership narratives that get noticed. She is a certified career coach, a published author, and holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management.
Her clients appreciate her thoughtful approach, deep industry knowledge, and commitment to helping executives take control of their search, accelerate their results, and land roles that align with their vision, values, and goals.
Executive Resume Writer
Chicago, IL
Gail Martin is a trusted expert in translating complex executive careers into clear, compelling leadership brands. With a background in information technology and deep expertise in modern career marketing, Gail partners with C-suite and senior leaders to create high-impact resumes and LinkedIn profiles that open doors, from high-growth startups to global Fortune 500 companies.
Known for her precision and strategic insight, Gail combines technical fluency with exceptional writing to distill multifaceted experience into powerful narratives that resonate with decision-makers. Her work helps executives not only tell their story but also position themselves as the obvious choice for the next big opportunity.
Gail holds a bachelor’s degree in computer science from Roosevelt University, is a certified professional resume writer (CPRW) through the Professional Association of Résumé Writers and Career Coaches (PARWCC), and maintains a global ATS compliance certification. She is also an active member of Career Directors International (CDI), the National Résumé Writers’ Association (NRWA), and PARWCC, ensuring every document reflects the latest in executive branding, keyword strategy, and market expectations.
At D&S Executive Career Management, Gail’s clients benefit from her strategic thinking, industry expertise, and relentless focus on results.
Copyeditor & Wordsmith
Fort Collins, CO
Sandy Perlic is the meticulous force behind the polished, high-impact materials that define the D&S Executive Career Management brand. As our longest-tenured team member at D&S, Sandy has ensured that thousands of documents, from executive resumes and bios to LinkedIn profiles and cover letters, meet the highest standards of clarity, consistency, and professionalism.
With a specialized focus on career-related content, Sandy is not just a copyeditor, but a career industry expert who holds a designation as a certified professional resume writer through the Professional Association of Résumé Writers and Career Coaches (PARWCC).
Sandy's expertise lies in her ability to transform complex information into clear, concise narratives that highlight each client's unique value proposition. Her keen eye for detail and deep understanding of the careers industry ensure that every piece of content not only reads flawlessly but also aligns with the strategic goals of the client.
Prior to joining D&S Executive Career Management, Sandy completed a bachelor’s degree in business and accounting from the University of Colorado Boulder and began her career as an accountant, auditor, and CPA before pivoting to editing.
Today, Sandy's work empowers senior leaders to present their stories with confidence and precision, making her an essential partner in their career advancement journeys.
Schedule a confidential strategy call. We’ll assess your situation, identify the gaps in your current approach, and map out exactly how the Executive Edge Method™ can accelerate your search.