Deanna Pecina

Deanna Pecina

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    M.A./M.S.A. | Podcast Host | Counselor in Training | DISC Behavioral Consultant | Enneagram Practitioner | Best Selling Author

  • Education

    • Liberty University

      2023 - 2025
      Master's degree Clinical Mental Health Counseling
    • University of Nebraska-Lincoln

      2002 - 2006
      Higher Education/Higher Education Administration
    • California State University-Dominguez Hills

      1996 - 2000
      Master of Arts (MA) Humanities
    • University of West Florida

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      Bachelor's degree English
    • East Carolina University

      2000 - 2001
      Master of School Administration (MSA) Educational Leadership and Administration, General
  • Experience

    • Pensacola News Journal

      Jan 1993 - Jan 1995
      Copy Editor

      *Formatted all internal pages for Life section.*Managed Faith at Work calendar and column.*Formatted all engagement and wedding announcements. *Wrote headlines for internal pages of Life Section.*Oversaw weekly publication of the local TV Guide.*Managed multiple calendars for local events in the Weekender magazine.

    • Pensacola Catholic High School

      Jan 1995 - Jan 1996
      English Teacher

      9th Grade English

    • Onslow County Schools

      Jan 1996 - Aug 2006

      - Oversaw curriculum for English/Language Arts, Math, Social Studies, Science, and Foreign Language for grades 6-12 in district of 26,000+ students. - Oversaw grant writing, professional development for teachers.- Ran and coordinated AVID tutor training for the district. - Facilitated curriculum policies, programs, and initiatives that aligned with state standards and met the needs of Onslow County Schools' diverse student population.- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and other stakeholders to ensure effective implementation of the curriculum and instructional strategies.- Provided ongoing professional development and support to teachers to enhance their instructional practices and ensure they have the tools and resources necessary to effectively deliver the curriculum.- Monitored and assessed student progress and teacher effectiveness using a variety of data sources and analysis tools.- Develop and maintain curriculum materials and resources, including textbooks, online resources, and professional development materials.- Coordinated and lead curriculum review processes to ensure ongoing alignment with state standards and best practices in education.- Served as a liaison with state education agencies, professional organizations, and other schools and districts to stay up-to-date on trends and best practices in curriculum development and implementation. -Collaborated with other district leaders to ensure consistency and coherence across curricular areas. Show less *Led school with 500+ students, located in rural area of county. *Provided coordination with local military families. *Oversaw implementation of AVID program, to include staff development and training.*Coordinated professional development sessions for school-based staff that according to student-driven academic results.*Implemented a cross-grade level enrichment period for all students based on interests of teachers and students. *Participated in district-wide SACS accreditation. Show less

      • Curriculum Coordinator

        Aug 2004 - Aug 2006
      • Middle School Principal

        Jan 2003 - Jan 2005
      • Assistant Principal White Oak High School

        Jan 2001 - Jan 2003
      • English Teacher

        Jan 1996 - Jan 2001
    • Hillsborough Community College

      Jan 2012 - Jan 2013
      Adjunct

      Humanities Adjunct

    • DoDEA

      Sept 2015 - Apr 2016
      English Teacher/Kadena Middle School

      *Taught English/Language Arts: 6th Grade Writing*Participated in school-level local assessment planning and implementation.

    • Maxwell Leadership

      Aug 2016 - Aug 2024

      Deanna helps you be the company employees never want to leave by developing leaders’ people want to follow, within a culture that is engaging and supportive. Training teams in the fundamentals of the DISC model of human behavior is a vital step in the process that makes this a reality.DISC reveals that each person is a blend of four personality styles, and that one or two of those styles will be your most natural way of communicating and receiving information. The power comes inunderstanding yourself through your own personality style, understanding others through their own personality style, and adapting your style to the person or situation to create better relationships and results.How can I Help?Purchase Your Assessment – There are many DISC assessment reports to choose from. As acertified DISC consultant, I can guide and advise you in identifying the best assessmentreport for you, your small or large team, or your whole organization.Email deanna@deannapecina.com for more information.DISC Training – I am prepared to meet your DISC needs with in-person or virtual trainingsthat range from 2 hours to a full day. Email deanna@deannapecina for more information. Show less

      • DISC Behavioral Consultant

        Aug 2017 - Aug 2024
      • Certified Speaker, Trainer, and Coach

        Aug 2016 - Aug 2024
    • Self-Publishing School

      May 2017 - Dec 2017
      Customer Success Manager

      - Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients to ensure their success in achieving their self-publishing goals.- Acted as the main point of contact for clients, addressing their inquiries and concerns in a timely and effective manner.- Analyzed client usage patterns and feedback to identify opportunities for improvement and proactively suggest solutions.- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional customer experiences and ensure client satisfaction.- Provided guidance and training to clients on self-publishing best practices, tools, and resources.- Monitored and reported on client performance metrics, including retention rates, satisfaction scores, and revenue growth.- Identified upsell and cross-sell opportunities to expand client relationships and revenue streams.- Contribute to the development and execution of customer success initiatives and programs to continuously improve the customer experience.- Assisted customers throughout the onboarding and welcome process. - Revised refund policy to drastically reduce the average monthly refunds helping to increase profit. Show less

    • Deanna Pecina

      Jun 2017 - Dec 2018
      Social Media & Digital Media Management

      Social Media StrategiesDigital Marketing StrategiesBrand Development/RefiningSocial Media AuditsDigital Marketing AuditsSocial Media ManagementFollower and Engagement IncreaseContent Creation and CurationCopywritingEmail MarketingContent MarketingLibsyn managementPodcast show notes Consulting:- In Person or Calls- One to One- Team Consultation

    • CHARFEN™

      Dec 2018 - Sept 2021
      Coaching Manager/Curriculum Designer

      - Designed and implemented content for clients in various industries, including healthcare, finance, and technology.- Developed and delivered comprehensive training programs for coaches, including instructional materials, assessments, and evaluation tools. - Coordinated coaching sessions for team, overseeing scheduling, communication, and logistics to ensure seamless delivery.- Provided individual coaching sessions to senior executives and managers, leveraging skills in active listening, questioning, and reflection to help clients identify and achieve their goals.- Conducted regular performance evaluations for coaches, providing constructive feedback and coaching to promote continuous improvement and skill development.- Maintained accurate records of coaching activities, client progress, and program results, using data to inform coaching strategies, improve program design, and drive business outcomes.- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including marketing and sales, to ensure alignment between coaching programs and organizational goals.- Fostered a culture of collaboration, feedback, and continuous improvement among coaches and clients, creating a supportive and positive coaching environment.- Planned and developed content for and executed live events, collaborating with internal teams to ensure seamless event planning and execution. Show less

    • New Life 360 Inc

      Aug 2024 - now
      Counselor Intern
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern

      Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling
      Sept 2025
    • Certified Coach

      Your Enneagram Coach
    • Coach

      University for Life Coach Training
    • Dr. Sears Health Coach

      Dr. Sears Wellness Institute
    • Florida Teacher Certification English/Ed. Leadership

      Florida Department of Education
      Jul 2012
    • DISC Behavioral Consultant

      Maxwell Leadership
    • Maxwell Leadership Team Member

      Maxwell Leadership
    • Enneagram Practitioner

      Integrative Enneagram Solutions
    • National Board Certification EA/ELA

      National Board for Professional Teaching Standards
      Aug 2000
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Deanna Pecina
      Rho Eta Sigma Epsilon Chi Sigma Iota Apr 2025 Promoting Excellence in the Profession of CounselingOur mission is to promote scholarship, research, professionalism, leadership, advocacy, and excellence in counseling, and to recognize high attainment in the pursuit of academic and clinical excellence in the profession of counseling.