About Debra

Ms. Lambrecht has 30 years of experience working with service-based companies and nonprofit organizations, primarily focusing on meeting the needs of youth and communities to bring about significant change and results.

Contributions and highlights of Debra’s professional journey include:

  • Head of School, Interim Head of School

  • Keynote and education conference presenter

  • Organizational Consultant, Interim Executive Search Director, Nonprofit Leader

  • Representing Rotary International, Debra presented her model to the United Nations at their International Youth Strategy Conference. Debra has had the privilege of meeting with two Rotary International Presidents to further the mission of youth mentoring worldwide.

  • Judged the annual UC Berkeley Big Ideas contest for student teams to pitch innovative ideas; served as judge and mentor in the Education as well as Innovation & Technology categories since 2017.

  • Awarded Rotary International's Paul Harris Fellow - Received Rotary International’s Significant Achievement Award; named Exemplary Program at Rotary’s 1998 International convention, and Featured in Rotary World magazine.

  • Authored several training manuals that became required text for the California State University Master’s Counseling Program.

  • Featured as Individual and Organization making Positive Impact on Youth in Mentoring Children and Adolescents: A Guide to the Issues, M. Buckley and S. Zimmerman.

  • Served as consulting Vice-President of Business Development, for an environmental technology company for the launch of a unique emission-control device.

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CLient Results and Remarks

“Debra worked with us in developing our school's strategic plan. Her poise, breadth of understanding, clear communication, and sense of humor enabled her to guide a diverse group of parents, teachers, administrators, and board members through meaningful activities and discussions. The day was stimulating, enjoyable, and productive. I would recommend her without hesitation."                                                                                                                                                                                                         Mark Rice, Director, SunRidge School
 “As an extremely skilled professional in the field of education and organizational consulting, she was able to bring significant, sustainable and positive change to how the school operates today. These changes have helped Greenwood to evolve and grow and we feel very fortunate to have had her tireless dedication and commitment. The school has a clear mission and strategic plan now in place and the board is committed to ensuring that the School Director, faculty and administration, are all working together towards the realization of those goals.”                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Mary Schattenberg, School Board Chair, VP and General Manager, The Permanente Federation
“Ms. Lambrecht is a consummate professional with whom it is an absolute pleasure to work. She is a wonderful team player who functions exceptionally under stress. Her leadership skills yield a calm and effective work environment. Her enthusiasm and positive nature are contagious, and among her many talents she is an expert on the topics of child development and youth programming, as well as organizational leadership.”                            Ezequiel Morsella, Ph.D., Professor, Department of Psychology, San Francisco State University, Adjunct Professor, Department of Neurology, University of California, San Francisco
“Debra is a highly skilled professional with an engaging sense of humor and ability to be flexible and accommodating. I have complete confidence in putting the full training for our program in her hands. Ms. Lambrecht was contracted to conduct a 1 to 3 day in-service training for our faculty and administrators in all of our elementary and high schools and provided customized manuals for program implementation. Debra consulted with the County on a number of issues, and I recommend her without qualification.             Robert Garner, Director, Santa Clara Health Department                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         
“Debra is, at heart, an effective leader. She is both detail oriented and relationship minded. She holds the  highest standards of professionalism and ethics and is highly knowledgeable about the latest findings in learning and pedagogy. You will find Debra to be warm, accessible and welcoming. When I have a project that needs clarity of vision, and skill at managing multiple stakeholders and their  agendas, Debra is the first person I go to for consultation.”                                         Cindy Myers, Ph.D., CEO, Myers Executive Group
“I have long appreciated the clear and well thought out program models that Debra has developed and always recommend her without reservation. People who work with her come to value her sincerity and honesty.”                                                                                                                                                                Penni Sparks, Ennobled Education and CEO, Take Heart
“I was impressed with Debra’s clear communication, creative problem solving ability and leadership in reaching resolution in the face of challenging, contentious and complex issues. I observed her staff’s appreciation for her leadership style, her team building skills and their willingness to put in extra effort when needed – a clear demonstration of the high-performing teams she was able to build.”                                                                                                                                                                 Andy Silvert, COO, Golden Valley Charter School 
“Something so great about what Caulbridge is doing; teaching observation skills, courageous learning and positive self-concept: these are what it takes to show up, understand what is happening, and start making changes for the good of the community. I think Debra’s leadership and education model is a bit ahead of the curve and truly what it is to be leading, breaking trail.”                                                                                                                         Peter Poutiatine, Educator and Evaluation Consultant, Edutopia, George Lucas Education Foundation
“Best Place I Have Worked! The school is very well run, has the best teachers and staff, and the campus is over the top beautiful with expansive nature and outdoor spaces where we can take our classes. The daily schedule is not rushed, and teachers have time to prep and collaborate. Students have a nice balance of inside and outside time and many art, music, garden, and PE classes. Ms. Lambrecht, the Head of School, is supportive of teachers, students and families. The school is growing strong under her leadership.” Annette Faville, Teacher, Caulbridge School, retired                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     “Debra has been a long-time partner in Placer County youth programs. She ran a nonprofit mentoring program and the CASA program that the county relied on for quality services at the community level. Debra is always generous with her time to serve on county-wide planning committees and is an important and influential voice for serving youth and families on our county. Ms. Lambrecht is very professional in all her dealings and her expertise, leadership and enthusiasm are appreciated by everyone           Ray Merz, Director, Placer County Health and Human Services
“Working with Ms. Lambrecht was a valuable and rewarding experience. She handles parental questions and concerns with warmth and objectivity. She demonstrates a maturity and professionalism that quickly instills trust and confidence. Debra is a respected team player who initiates new ideas to enliven the curriculum, offers helpful solutions and is first to put forth the extra effort necessary for quality, collaborative work. She is that rare combination of visionary and practical; and remains balanced within thinking, doing and being.”
Haley Echevarria, Education Liaison, Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco 

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