Meet Donna
Certified Leadership Coach
I have been a lawyer for more than 30 years. I began my career as a litigator, then moved in-house and ultimately became General Counsel of several public and private companies. While I was driven to succeed and move up the corporate ladder, I often questioned whether my professional goals were in sync with my personal goals.
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I wondered: As a mother of two children, can I give them what they need while also trying to advance in my career. Would I ever be able to stop feeling guilty about being a working mom?
My “a-ha” moment came when I realized that being a mother and ambitious lawyer were simply part of my DNA. I had to give myself permission to own the choice I made to have children and a career. I needed to stop being so hard on myself and embrace both of my roles as mother and lawyer.
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I created Donna Edbril Coaching because I’m passionate about empowering my fellow working moms to let go of their guilt and have the careers they want.
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Let me be your strategic thinking partner and sounding board. I’ll help you advance your career by gaining influence while feeling confident in your choice to be a mom.
Donna’s Professional Background & Education
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Georgetown University Leadership Coaching Certification Program
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Georgetown University Law Center, JD
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University of Pennsylvania, BA, History
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Vice-President, Associate General Counsel, Avon Products Inc.
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General Counsel & Corporate Secretary, WestPoint Home
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Chief Legal Officer & Corporate Secretary, Godiva Chocolatier, Inc.
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Chief Legal Officer & Corporate Secretary, Cache, Inc.
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Managing Partner, Martin Clearwater & Bell