“Alan is the perfect blend of thoughtful, easy-going, inquisitive, respectful, and engaging, but also not afraid to push you to actually grow and develop as a leader. I always look forward to our conversations and to figuring out problems and growth strategies together.”

Dustin Pusch
Co-Founder & Partner, Meier Watkins Phillips Pusch LLP

“Words cannot describe how appreciative I am of you. You have made my professional and personal life so much better. It’s rare for people to find their ‘purpose’ in life, but I’d say you are in the perfect profession, and I hope you know that.”

Membership association accounting manager

“Alan is a thoughtful and insightful listener. He asks compelling questions that challenged me to think beyond the ‘easy’ answer. He inspired me to put myself first in ways that were very foreign and uncomfortable, but VERY necessary.”

Dr. Stephanie McGencey
President & Founder, Women’s Equity Center and Action Network

“[Alan’s] approach is highly effective at putting challenges in perspective, making them much more manageable. I consider him a valued member of my ‘kitchen cabinet’!”

Will Pickering
CEO, Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority

“With Alan's helpful guidance I was able to effectuate a smooth resignation and less than a week later already had an offer for a new job that lined up with the positive aspects of my old job without any of the negative baggage. I would never have had the confidence and perspective to have achieved this without Alan's guidance, suggestions, and advice.”

Trent Smith

“Alan creates a bright light of energy for others to follow....and that Heymann ‘heart’ is as wide as the ocean. So very proud of his accomplishments.”

April Bingham
Director, Richmond Public Utilities

“Alan is great. He is thoughtful, patient, smart and is a great listener. Alan asks relevant questions that challenge your thinking and inspire personal and professional growth. I felt supported throughout the whole [coaching] program and felt like Alan really cared about my success.“

IT Support Manager, Healthcare Company

"Alan has a way of taking my rambling thoughts and asking powerful questions to help me focus in and get to the heart of the matter. I am convinced every executive needs an Alan, a coach that can help you move from merely surviving each day to thriving and making an impact.”

Executive Leader, DC-Area Nonprofit

“I began working with Alan at a time when I was feeling overworked and under recognized in my position. A year later, I can say that this experience has helped me grow significantly in my career. Alan has empowered me to successfully tackle personnel conflicts head on, work on a career road map, and help restructure the way I viewed many situations that I found myself in. I always look forward to my sessions with Alan because he provides a safe space and the ability to speak with an objective third party about work and career issues. Most importantly, he provides real, honest, and constructive feedback. Thank you Alan!”

Engineer, DC Water

"Every two weeks Alan and I discuss issues of time management, organizational development, leadership presence, how to get unstuck, decision fatigue, how to effectively hire the right people, overcoming fear, developing greater confidence, and more. Being a solopreneur can be isolating and scary. Having the support of someone who understands these challenges and also the nuances of the sector I’m in has been immensely helpful for me personally and vital for the health of the organization I’m building."

Founding Executive Director, Animal Advocacy Nonprofit

“I wasn't sure what to expect. But from the first session, I was surprised and found myself looking forward to the next one. Alan's calm, reassuring manner helped me resolve challenges I was facing at work, and also provided a comfortable atmosphere to share my concerns openly and candidly. As a client, I found Alan's sessions empowering and enlightening, and I am a better person and professional for having experienced them.“

Communications Manager, Industry Association

“I would enthusiastically recommend Alan's coaching services to any professional looking to up their savvy in the workplace. Alan has a way of listening and saying very little but asking pointed questions that help you think through how to navigate challenges. With Alan's help, I was able to navigate through some difficult workplace transitions and come out stronger on the other side."

Attorney (Washington, DC)

“I learned that great coaching is a little bit like midwifery, if I may offer this metaphor, in that it facilitates the birth of new awareness, ideas and solutions, but it is the client's hard work to deliver them. With Alan's help, I was able to go deeper into some important issues that I was facing at the time and was able to arrive at some important insights and action plans.“

College Professor (Texas)