Welcome.
Work. Art. Community.
I'm Lainie, and Second Stories is where new chapters begin. Here I:
Help people, leaders, and companies grow
Create art that gives new stories to old treasures
Connect women in our communities
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Chapter 1:
Work
After a rewarding international HR career, I chose to focus on my core passions: leadership development, executive coaching, employee engagement, culture transformation, and strategic consulting. Today, I work with companies and individuals across Virginia and beyond.
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Chapter 2:
Art
I am drawn to old, found objects and using them in new ways. Second Stories Art gives forgotten items a new story. I sell at galleries and local venues and festivals. I also teach art classes and Permission to Create, a course that sparks creativity.
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Chapter 3:
Community
I’ve created and led women’s groups in many places I've lived, bringing women together to build real community. As a certified Menopause Coach, I teach and support midlife reinvention and renewed momentum, creating spaces for connection through work, art, and community.