I’m Brandy Sanchez, a librarian, certified leadership coach, and productivity expert dedicated to helping you reach your highest potential.

As the founder of the SoulFire Collective, I help high-achieving library leaders develop the skills, strategies, and systems required to make a transformational impact on their community – without the hustle and burnout.

I have over 20 years of experience in instructional design and training development. Before launching the SoulFire Collective, I coordinated a team of 18 trainers and oversaw the delivery of 200+ technology classes each year for the Daniel Boone Regional Library.

Prior to this role, I was the Continuing Education Consultant for the Missouri State Library, where I organized statewide workshops and conferences for hundreds of library directors, managers, and staff. I utilize this expertise to help clients create lasting, positive change within themselves so they can bring out the best in their teams.

I have received my M.A. in Information Science and Learning Technologies as well as my professional coaching certification from the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching.

Since 2021, it has been my privilege to provide training and coaching services for library staff at over 40 public, academic, and school libraries.

Be sure to check out some of my articles in School Library Journal, American Libraries, and Children in Libraries.

  • “I was seeking some support and clarity for my mental health at work. This is such a great opportunity to carve out time to take care of yourself, and Brandy is such a wonderful, empathetic, and organized leader for this important work.”

    Sarah M.

  • “Prior to working with Brandy, I was a bit skeptical about my own ability to change my perspective. I found my sessions to be nourishing and reassuring. Under Brandy’s gentle guidance, discussions became more than “vents,” but instead a helpful amalgam of both sharing feelings and possible solutions or new approaches.”

    Noel K.

  • “Brandy presented several tools and resources to help build resilience and self-compassion that I now use on a daily basis.”

    Kristy T.

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WORKSHOPS

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LEADERSHIP ACCELERATOR

This six-part live online course helps library managers take their leadership to the next level.