Gita is an exceptional facilitator and coach on the subjects of shared leadership, integrity, relationships, community dynamics, authenticity, and sustainable organizational and individual growth. She works with individuals and teams to design experiential learning with horses that transforms the learners and catalyzes change.

 

She is a certified equine assisted educator, imparting the transformative Diamond Model of Shared Leadership by TeachingHorse—a methodology rooted in the behavioral wisdom of wild horses. She is primarily based in Portland Oregon, but also travels to teach up and down the West coast with her TeachingHorse colleagues.

 

Outside of her facilitation work, her days are spent advocating for animals and being a catalyst for nonprofit growth. As the first Chief Development Officer of Born Free USA, she brings invaluable fundraising and leadership expertise to propel the organization forward. With a master's degree in nonprofit administration from USF and a bachelor's degree in international studies and political science from Pepperdine University, Gita has held esteemed leadership positions with organizations such as CARE USA, March of Dimes, and United Way of the Bay Area. Gita's passion and experience fuel our journey toward continuous growth and impact.

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Gita is also a lifelong yoga and meditation practitioner. She resides with her spouse, two children, four-legged fur family in an intentional spiritual community called Ananda located in Beaverton Oregon.