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International Coaching FederationProfessional Coaches Board of Directors, Board Member Nominating Committee (Nom Com) Member
May. 2025Appointed to the International Coaches Federation (ICF) Professional Coaches Global Nominating Committee, Charles helps steward the leadership pipeline for the global coaching profession. He is responsible for identifying, interviewing, and recommending board candidates who bring the strategic skills and diverse perspectives needed to advance the organization’s mission. His work includes refining the nominations process, aligning selection criteria with ICF’s evolving priorities, and ensuring integrity, transparency, and inclusion in global board leadership.
EAC Alameda County Board Member
Apr. 2025 - Oct. 2025Charles serves on the Board of the Alameda County Employer Advisory Council (EAC), a nonprofit partner to the California EDD focused on improving employment services and outcomes across the state. The EAC empowers businesses through monthly seminars and policy insights, helping employers navigate complex workforce challenges. Charles contributes thought leadership to strengthen employer advocacy and promote workforce equity in a rapidly evolving employment landscape.
ICF San Francisco Bay AreaBoard Member; Director of Inclusion
Jan. 2025As Director of Inclusion on the ICF San Francisco Bay Area Board, Charles helps shape the chapter’s strategy around equity, culture, and community-building for over 1,300 professional coaches—one of the largest ICF chapters globally. He leads efforts to uphold the integrity of the profession while fostering an inclusive coaching ecosystem. His work supports chapter initiatives that empower coaches to make a meaningful impact across sectors and identities.
Alternative Family ServicesBoard Member
Jan. 2025Charles serves on the Board of Directors for AFS, a nonprofit providing foster care, adoption, and behavioral health services to children and families across California. He advances the board’s strategic focus on equity by contributing to DEIB strategy, Compensation Committee efforts, and governance. His leadership helps AFS remain committed to inclusive, accountable, and trauma-informed services that center family stability and long-term impact.
NAMI San FranciscoBoard Member; Vice Chair
Feb. 2024United StatesAs Vice Chair of the Board, Charles supports the governance and strategic direction of NAMI San Francisco, part of the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization. He helps lead the chapter’s efforts to destigmatize mental illness, build inclusive support systems, and amplify advocacy for individuals and families affected by mental health conditions.
SFCASABoard Member; Chair of DEIBJ Committee
Jun. 2023San Francisco Bay AreaCharles chairs the DEIBJ Committee on the Board of San Francisco CASA, a nonprofit advocating for children impacted by the foster care and juvenile court systems. He guides strategy and accountability for SFCASA’s internal and external equity work, ensuring that volunteer advocacy efforts are rooted in cultural responsiveness, consistency, and care.
Project Optimism, Inc.Board Member; Chair of HR/Policy Committee
Mar. 2023 - Jan. 2025California, United StatesProject Optimism Inc.'s mission is to be the catalyst that will properly equip community members with an optimistic mindset, to be productive contributors to society.
California Health Care FoundationChief Talent Officer
Jul. 2016San Francisco Bay AreaCharles serves as Chief Talent Officer and a member of CHCF’s Executive Team, where he leads the full people and culture portfolio in service of the foundation’s mission to improve the health care delivery system for Californians with low income. He brings strategic direction to every facet of the employee experience, from talent development and organizational design to benefits, performance, and culture. A systems thinker and equity-centered leader, Charles has built the foundation’s talent architecture from the ground up. His approach weaves together business strategy, belonging, and accountability, shaping a workplace culture that is values-driven, future-ready, and inclusive by design. Highlights: Co-authored CHCF’s first organizational values and designed core competencies to guide leadership, development, and performance Led a 25% increase in staff diversity and advanced a shift from DEI-focused work to a belonging-centered approach Co-designed and managed CHCF’s Health Equity Fellows program to deepen internal capacity and leadership bench strength Directed the organization’s transition to hybrid work and modernized total rewards to increase equity and retention Launched leadership initiatives that drove a 20% boost in employee satisfaction and stronger cross-functional collaboration Developed and implemented long-term workforce and succession strategies aligned with CHCF’s mission and values Core Strengths:
People & Culture Strategy · Executive Leadership · Organizational Design · Belonging & Inclusion · Leadership Development · Succession Planning · Values-Based Management
Personal Peak CoachingManaging Principal
Jun. 2016United StatesCharles founded Personal Peak Coaching to support leaders and individuals in navigating growth, purpose, and impact. His coaching blends life, executive, and leadership development with deep expertise in diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, organizational design, and personal transformation. As a strategic thought partner, Charles helps clients build self-awareness, shift mindsets, and design intentional pathways toward their fullest potential, whether in life, leadership, or systems change.
Taproot FoundationAccount Director
Jan. 2016 - Mar. 2024San Francisco Bay AreaCharles led pro bono HR consulting engagements as a Taproot Foundation Account Director. He guided volunteer consultants through high-impact capacity-building projects for nonprofits, focusing on strategic HR planning, leadership development, and organizational effectiveness.
LEWIS Global CommunicationsVice President, Human Resources
Aug. 2014 - Jul. 2016San Francisco Bay Area
Chrome Creative GroupVice President, Human Resources
Oct. 2010 - May. 2014Orlando, Florida Area
Workforce Central FloridaManager, Strategic Initiatives
Sep. 2010 - Nov. 2011Orlando, Florida Area
Kinetic Media GroupVP, HR Operations
Dec. 2006 - Jul. 2010Orlando, Florida Area
McDonald'sGeneral Manager
Sep. 2000 - Dec. 2006Roswell, NM
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