Profession Summary

Lou Ann Kummerer is an experienced career transition coach who helps professionals move forward with clarity, confidence, and a clear sense of direction. She partners with individuals across industries and functions to define what’s next—and how to get there.

She collaborates with leaders navigating change, whether that means securing a new role, exploring consulting opportunities, or making thoughtful decisions around retirement and lifestyle transitions. With experience supporting more than 3,000 professionals, she brings a steady, practical approach that helps clients move from stuck to focused—and from uncertain to prepared.

Coaching Philosophy

Lou Ann believes people do their best work when they have both clarity and honest guidance. Her approach is direct, thoughtful, and grounded in real-world experience She helps clients:

• Gain clarity on direction and priorities
• Translate their experience into a clear, compelling narrative
• Strengthen resumes and LinkedIn profiles with purpose
• Prepare for interviews with confidence and intention
• Approach job search or retirement with focus and momentum

She meets clients where they are, while helping them move forward with greater confidence and control.

Highlights from Professional Career

• Coached 3,000+ professionals across industries and functions
• Known for strong client satisfaction and consistent engagement
• Supports both traditional job search and consulting/fractional career paths
• Guides later-career and pre-retirement transitions with a practical, thoughtful approach
• Helps clients move from uncertainty to clear, actionable next steps

Education Credentials

Lou Ann earned a BA in Marketing from the University of Memphis. She completed coursework for her MA in Counseling from The University of Memphis, Completed a Certification  in Career Coaching from The University of Washington, is a certified MBTI Practitioner, Certified in Birkman, Campbell, Retirement, and is a DiSC practitioner.