About Candace

Dr. Goodwin has over 25 years of executive leadership experience directing innovation, culture change and organizational & leadership development. Her professional experience ranges from a Vice President of Accounting to a President of a University. She is results driven and adept in strategic planning and implementation; one of her strongest leadership competencies is the ability to drive excellence in execution. Additionally, she has a strong focus on human resources and organizational development resulting in her commitment to leadership and employee advancement.

Her educational background includes a Doctorate in Organizational Leadership, a Masters of Business Administration in Human Resources Management and a Bachelors of Art in Finance. She is also a Genos Certified Emotional Intelligence, a Catalytic Coach, a John Maxwell certified coach, trainer and speaker, and a Rapid Change Facilitator.

Dr. Goodwin specializes in employee engagement, culture change, organizational development, emotional intelligence and leadership development for executives and high potential employees. The outcome of her organizational services results in exceptional business growth and helping employees thrive.

Goodwin has also founded, and is the Executive Director of the non-profit organization, My Charlie’s Heart Foundation. My Charlie’s Heart Foundation is a 501c3 established to serve the disenfranchised in the Chicagoland area. The focus is to supply basic hygiene products to individuals that are homeless or find themselves in need of these basic essential products.