Team Members

Drawing on her 20-year corporate career as a Fortune 500 recruiter, corporate culture executive, and Chamber of Commerce leader, Michelle provides a wealth of experience for her clients. Today, she guides executive leaders through the end-to-end job search process, from resume writing to negotiating offers. As a sought-after speaker and trainer, Michelle is a trusted source for leading-edge trends affecting senior-level job seekers and board candidates. Adding to her expertise, she recently completed the Academy Certified Resume Writer (ACRW) program, the industry gold standard certification. Recognized as a civic and local leader, she serves on several community and volunteer boards (ask her about her Guinness World Record). She and her husband are based in central Indiana near Indianapolis.

Across her diverse career spanning tech startups, media, D2C and wholesale apparel, and even a Native American Tribal Council, Carmen brings expertise in sales, program administration, marketing, small business ownership, and customer success to her work with D&S clients. She's also an active community leader for organizations such as Rotary, youth theaters, and community radio stations. She earned for Bachelor of Science from California State University at Fresno.

Norma Dávila brings an authenticity, commitment to service, and deep expertise in career management to her work with senior-level clients across all industries. Norma’s work is greatly enhanced by her PhD in Psychology from the University of Chicago and her bachelor’s degree from Yale University. Her industry-leading certifications include, Certified Career Transition Coach (CCTC), and Certified Interview and Compensation Negotiation Coach (CICNC), both from Career Thought Leaders, as well as a Certified Professional Career Coach (CPCC) and a Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW), both through the Professional Association of Resume Writers and Career Coaches (PARWCC). Additionally, she formerly held the designation as a Senior Certified Professional for the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM-SCP). Norma co-authored several books for the Association of Talent Development (ATD) and was a contributor to the Career Thought Leaders Consortium, Careers Industry Trends Report: 5 Career Industry Megatrends for 2022, and 2023.  She has also been an international speaker for organizations such as SHRM, Ellevate, ATD, and many others, in addition to having served on Aon's Best Employers of Puerto Rico Selection Committee.

Lesley Hunter is a master’s-educated Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW) who has constructed thousands of winning resumes helping candidates to land their dream jobs in over 30 industries. As a career industry expert, she has led numerous resume and career workshops for universities, professional groups and nonprofits. She earned a Master's Degree in International Business, her Bachelor's Degree in Economics, and is a member of the Professional Association of Resume Writers & Career Coaches (PARW/CC) and Women’s Media Group (WMG).   When Lesley is not writing stand-out career documents, she may be playing piano as she is a classically trained pianist since age four.  She is also a lover of languages and, in addition to being a dual citizen (American and European Union/Italian), Lesley is fluent in English and French, with conversational proficiency in Italian.

Lynda has dedicated her career to working with job seekers at every level. After more than 25 years in higher education career services leadership for institutions such as Xavier and Northeastern, Lynda transitioned to helping senior and executive leaders as a comprehensive job search strategist and resume writer. She holds industry-leading certifications including the Academy Certified Resume Writer (ACRW) and the Academy Certified Digital Branding Strategist, both through Career Thought Leaders. She is also a member of the Career Industry Authority. Lynda earned a master's degree in counseling from Northeastern University after completing her bachelor's in psychology at SUNY-Binghamton.

Jason Mutzfeld is a trusted career coach, resume writer, and leader and author of the book, ‘Find Work Worth Doing,” a modern career strategy guide for anyone looking to grow, change, or reinvent their work. Additionally, he is a Gallup Certified CliftonStrengths coach, an adjunct professor of informatics, and a corporate trainer on leadership. As a self-described “people nerd,” Jason helps his clients identify their unique value and talents to confidently propel their careers forward. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Communications from Adrian College in Michigan before completing a Master of Science in Learning Design and Technology from Purdue University.

Allan Wojahn has dedicated his career to helping people navigate periods of growth through personal and professional development. As an executive resume writer and career coach, Allan combines a rigorous methodology and industry best practices with one-to-one relationship building with his clients to create stand-out personal brands that resonate with target audiences. Allan’s industry-leading designations include Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW) from the Professional Association of Resume Writers & Career Coaches (PARW/CC) and Personal Branding Strategist through the Career Thought Leaders Consortium. Additionally, he earned his Bachelor of Science from the University of Wisconsin and a Master of Arts in Human Services Counseling from Liberty University.

Matilda Song Cole is a career success multiplier for C-suite, board, and other senior-level executives. Her expertise as a resume writer, career consultant/coach, and LinkedIn strategist is enhanced by 20+ years of experience as an executive recruiter (both in-house and agency). Matilda brings valuable insights garnered from working with top Fortune 500, Inc. 500, FAANG/MAMAA, private equity, and other innovation-fueled organizations and leaders. This includes direct experience as a power user of the LinkedIn Recruiter platform and multiple applicant tracking systems (ATS), as well as broad knowledge of the concerns of hiring decision-makers across diverse fields and industries. Matilda has earned high-profile designations including Certified Executive Resume Master (CERM), Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW), HRCI’s Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), and LinkedIn Certified Professional-Recruiter (LCPR). She completed her Bachelor’s degree at the University of Denver on a full scholarship.

Blessing Adaugo works directly with the D&S leadership team to manage social media, provide marketing, event, and administrative support, and serve in a self-appointed role as our internal team cheerleader and chief morale booster. She earned her bachelor’s degree in public administration as well as a variety of certifications in digital marketing, project management, and more.

Emily Graham, a talented resume writer and career strategist, is passionate about helping clients uncover their value and communicate their professional stories to position them for the jobs they want. Leveraging more than a decade of experience in corporate recruiting leadership roles, she knows first-hand what employers want and how they identify and hire top talent. Emily is also a published author, certified career coach, and holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management.

Monica has helped hundreds of clients pivot into new industries and land top opportunities by helping them identify and own their accomplishments and by creating career collateral with compelling messaging and cohesive branding. As a trusted coach, she excels at listening to clients—what they say and what they don’t say—to quickly identify barriers that hold them back. Monica’s resume work was published in the third edition of the “Modernize Your Resume, Get Noticed, Get Hired” workbook from Emerald Publishing. She also holds several industry-leading credentials, including the Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW) through the Professional Association of Resume Writers and Career Coaches (PARWCC) and the Certified Career Transition Coach (CCTC) through Career Thought Leaders (CTL). She is an active member of the Career Thought Leaders and Career Industry Authority. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in English and a Master of Arts in Higher Education Administration, both from Boston College before completing her Ph.D. in Education with a cognate in Women in Leadership from Michigan State University.

Gail Martin has earned a reputation for crafting impactful career documents and LinkedIn profiles for C-suite executives and senior leaders to land top opportunities in everything from high-growth startups to Fortune 500s. Gail’s background in information technology and strong writing and communication skills allow her to effectively translate complex information into clear and concise career narratives that tell a unique story that resonates with decision-makers. Gail earned her bachelor’s degree in computer science from Roosevelt University and holds industry-leading certifications including Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW) from the Professional Association of Résumé Writers and Career Coaches (PARWCC), as well as a Global ATS Compliance Certification. To stay on top of emerging trends and industry best practices, Gail is also an active member of Career Directors International (CDI), the National Resume Writers Association (NRWA), and the PARWCC.