Meet the Founder

Dr. Frances “Frannie” DeWindt is an author, speaker, Maxwell Certified Coach, Trainer, and Speaker, and nonprofit founder dedicated to helping individuals, groups, and organizations grow with clarity, confidence, and purpose. She holds a Doctorate in Business Administration, bringing a strong foundation of leadership, strategy, and practical insight to every area of her work.

Dr. Franny’s professional platform is rooted in personal growth, leadership development, education, and community impact. She is passionate about equipping others with the tools they need to lead authentically, build resilience, and create meaningful change in their lives, workplaces, and communities.

She is the author of Delicate Strength: Balance by Design in an Always-On World, a practical guide and resource for leaders, educators, caregivers, and organizations seeking balance, resilience, and purpose in an always-on world. Through the Delicate Strength Framework, reflection exercises, resilience rituals, and actionable insight, she offers readers tools for authentic leadership and sustainable success without burnout.

In addition to her work in speaking, training, and publishing, Dr. Franny provides professional support through services that include leadership development, coaching, Title IX services, and purpose-driven educational and community-centered initiatives. Her Title IX-related work reflects her commitment to professionalism, equity, accountability, and supportive environments for learning and growth.

Dr. Franny is also the founder of Delicate Cactus, a nonprofit initiative focused on empowerment, education, resilience, and practical life enrichment for youth, families, and communities. Across every platform, her mission is to help people lead, live, and thrive with intention.