At The Culture Cru, we believe that great leadership begins with recognizing humanity. By fostering trust and safe spaces for collaboration and discovery, we help leaders create environments where teams can show up authentically, thrive, and achieve lasting success.
Elevating Leadership Through Science and Strategy
Our Mission
We believe that when the heart of an organization is healthy, everything else flourishes. Our mission is to help you cultivate a workplace where people feel supported to show up authentically and perform at their highest level. By focusing on leadership, collaboration, and trust, we build cultures that inspire creativity, drive innovation, and sustain long-term success.
Alycia M. Huston
The leaders who change everything don’t lead louder. They don’t lead harder. They lead differently.
Our Team


Pacey revamped the YMCA of Austin’s financial development department and, in 2010, raised over $1 million for the first time in the organization’s history. Pacey has trained hundreds of YMCA staff and volunteers over the past 30 years as a national trainer for YMCA-USA.
Pacey’s areas of expertise are board governance, strategic planning, community development and engagement, and fundraising.
His areas of study include certified 360 coach; certification in Neuroscience Coaching and Leadership, OptiMind Neuroscience Coaching & Training Institute; certification in Foundational and Relational Skills of Emotional Intelligence, Daniel Goleman; and considerable research in emotional intelligence.

Expanding her work beyond healthcare, Dr. Florence is a certified professional life coach specializing in resiliency. Through her coaching, clients develop practical strategies to build resilience across relationships, careers, education, and life, helping them to make “Resiliency Your Normalcy.”
Recently, Dr. Florence earned her Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) certification from Cornell University, further underscoring her dedication to fostering inclusive leadership and workplace.

With nearly 30 years as a Board-Certified Speech-Language Pathologist and 20 years as a private practice owner, Dr. Denise combines real-world experience with proven strategies for growth.
Organizations across industries invest significantly in bringing Dr. Denise onsite to work with their teams, recognizing the value of her expertise in fostering leadership, resilience, and well-being.
She blends self-awareness, skill-building, and wellness, equipping leaders to thrive both personally and professionally while creating a positive, lasting impact within their organizations.


Known as "The Freedom Facilitator," Felice is committed to creating a world where individuals and families thrive in spiritual, mental, and physical wholeness. Her passion for bridging neuroscience and mental health makes her an excellent consultant for executive teams and organizations aiming to optimize performance and well-being.

With decades of leadership experience, Vivian broke barriers as the first woman engine assembly supervisor at Chrysler's Mound Road Engine Plant in Detroit. Her work is grounded in emotional intelligence and proactive communication, enabling on-site, hybrid, and remote teams to overcome challenges and thrive.
Vivian equips leaders with the tools to achieve impactful results through empathy and advocacy. A proud Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses alumnus, she also serves as the 2024 Director of Technology for the National Speakers Association, North Texas Chapter.

Michelle provides a space for high achievers to reimagine what success and alignment look like for them. Her work is centered on fostering authentic visibility, personal evolution, meaningful connection, and a sense of purpose and joy that resonates deeply in both personal and professional spheres.

As the author of Lead Your Ship and co-author of bestselling series like Powerful Female Immigrants Who Inspire Greatness and Real Women in Real Estate Vol. 1 and 2, her work inspires and empowers professionals to unlock their full potential. Shirley’s expertise spans leadership coaching, real estate investing, and advocating for veteran initiatives.

With 20+ years of experience in leadership at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama and roles in legal advocacy and estate planning, TJ brings a wealth of expertise. She holds advanced degrees in business, law, and international taxation, offering clients expert strategies in wealth management, tax optimization, and asset protection.
