Hello, I am Chanta Monique
As the creator and curator of Forest Moonlight, I am on a mission to help us all make the bold choices that are required to re(de)fine wealth and wellness for ourselves and our communities, so that we can all live and give more abundantly.
I believe we all have a right to seek, accept, and achieve the exceptional, and that we do this by making BOLD CHOICES.
I’ve always been goal oriented and driven, but I had not given myself permission to truly define what success meant for me. I continued to gain all these cool experiences, high level education, valuable skills, and jobs at top companies - Still, none of these achievements felt quite like I was on the right path. My priorities were misaligned. I was chasing financial wealth and external validation, with no firm destination. Obviously, I burnt out. After taking some time to reflect and reassess, I was able to refine my vision of success.
What emerged was a desire for internal worthiness and Restorative Reciprocity - for myself and for the world.
Since before I ever started my “professional” career, I have been drawn to helping others achieve their goals and dreams. Along the way, I am grateful to have achieved some goals and dreams of my own.
At some point, however, I finally realized
I am most deeply fulfilled when catalyzing the growth, development, and successes of other humxns and organizations.
My experiences learning about and healing from my own physical and mental health challenges drove me to follow my own heart to provide people with a wider range of support as a coach.
My path through Microsoft as Engineering Chief of Staff, HR Business Partner, and Talent Management Consultant — alongside roles at American Express, Whirlpool, and GE — gave me a front-row seat to what alignment looks like inside organizations, and what it costs when it’s missing.
I’ve held the strategy and the operations. I’ve managed the people and the systems. That breadth is what I bring to every client, whether we’re working on their life, their team, or both.
Now, I am using the variety of experiences and opportunities I have had to fulfill my purpose, vision, and mission in a more direct and empowered way.
Explore ways to partner with me HERE.
Experiences & Education
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Catalyst Certification in Facilitation and Leadership Development - Anya Hankin Collaborative
Johnson Leadership Fellow - Cornell University
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Microsoft
Engineering Chief of Staff
HR Business Partner
Talent Management ConsultantAmerican Express
Talent ManagementWhirlpool Corp
Talent Management
DEIGeneral Electric (Aviation)
Financial Management Program (FMP) Internship Program Manager
Treasury Analyst
Financial Planning Analyst
Cost Accounting Analyst -
Case Western Reserve University
Bachelor of Science - Management
Concentration: FinanceBachelor of Arts - Communication Sciences
Cornell University
Masters of Business Administration (MBA)
Concentration: Strategic Operations (Supply Chain, Ops, Production Management)Masters of Industrial and Labor Relations (MILR)
Concentration: Human Resources -
In no particular order… these are a SHORT selection of books that have inspired me and my current Magic Mess.
Professional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighter Manual
Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less
Change Me Prayers: The Hidden Power of Spiritual Surrender
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Outdoor fun including hiking, rafting, kayaking, softball, and a mandatory monthly Planet Plug-In (ask me more)!
2025 Growth Moment:
After years of resistance, I finally learned how to play chess at 42…and I love it!
