Coaches' Bios
Learn about the coaches who are volunteering their time to this project.

	Adam Sachs is a Leader and Business Coach at Adam Sachs Coaching, a company he founded in 2011. Adam partners with individuals to produce breakthrough results in their business, personal lives, and relationships. Previously, Adam was a Business Coach at Edward Jones Company, one of the largest financial services companies in the country, where he provided one-on-one coaching to company employees. Adam received his coach certification from Accomplishment Coaching and his Bachelor's degree from the University of Missouri.
	Adam Venker is a Leadership, Performance and Resilience Coach. He is founder and CEO of The Productive Pause, a coaching company located in the Los Angeles area. Adam has been coaching professionally for over ten years. He mostly coaches visionary leaders to step onto a bigger stage and helps coaching clients leverage their strength, wisdom and creativity. Adam has a wide range of knowledge and experience. He graduated from the University of Colorado (Boulder) in 1988 with a major in English and in 1999 earned a Masters degree in Philosophy & Religion from the California Institute of Integral Studies. To find out more about Adam, please visit his website www.theproductivepause.com
	Alison Graddock graduated from Middlebury College with a B.A. in psychology and varsity collegiate athletic experience, winning three NCAA championships in ice hockey. In 2011, she received her certifications as a Certified Professional Coach (CPC) and Energy Leadership Index™ Master Practitioner (ELI-MP). Alison is founder of Synergy Performance Coaching. As a Certified Health & Performance Coach, a natural-born athlete, and a die-hard foodie with training in nutrition, Alison specializes in helping women and girls tap into their inner athlete and become the best, unstoppable version of themselves. She says, "I wholeheartedly believe that when you invest in yourself, lean into your natural born talents and realize what you’re really capable of, you become unstoppable, and success becomes inevitable." She is equally at home coaching men. Previously, she was the Marketing Specialist for the Coach Training Division of the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching. For more information, visit her website at: www.synergyperformancecoaching.com.
	Amy Alpert is a Solutions-Focused Coach with a practice rooted in Positive Psychology. She received her coach training from the Wholebeing Institute and has her own coaching company, Amy Alpert Coaching. One of Amy's particular areas of expertise is  guiding clients in career development.  Prior to coaching, Amy was a human resources executive at Goldman Sachs where she focused on the wellness and work-life needs of thousands of employees. This experience, coupled with her master's degree in organizational psychology from Columbia University, gives her a unique perspective when working through the challenges her clients face in all aspects of their lives. She is also a certified yoga instructor who helps her students leverage the centering aspects of yoga to generate positive energy. Her coaching practice is in Maplewood, NJ. You can find out more about Amy's coaching at www.amyalpert.com.
	Amy Larson received her coach training at the WholeBeing Institute and was trained in Positive Psychology at the Kripalu Institute. She is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania (Wharton), after which she worked in investment banking and management consulting. Amy then earned her Master of Business Administration degree at Northwestern University and worked in consumer product marketing. Amy has a deep concern for the welfare of young people. She volunteered as a mentor at Greenhouse Scholars, a tutorial program, and is on the board of trustees for a program that teaches children how to recognize and protect themselves from sexual abuse.
	Andrea Schiavino has over 25 years of experience in managing cross- functional teams and multi-million dollar federal programs. Most recently she has been Director of Energy Management of the US Department of Navy in Washington, DC. At this position Andrea has been responsible for a budget of $40 million and a team of over 200 employees. Andrea is a Certified Community Planner licensed by the American Institute of Certified Planners and received her coach training at the Coach Training Alliance. She received a B.S. degree in Economics (with a Business minor) from Pennsylvania State University. Andrea lives in Falls Church, Virginia.
	Angela Weeks is a Certified Professional Coach trained by iPEC (Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching). Since 2014, she has been a Life and Career Coach at Barnard Coaching and Consulting where she helps ambitious professionals achieve their overall life and career goals through coaching sessions carried out virtually and face to face. Angela has earned both bachelor's and master's degrees in public administration, focusing on management, leadership, and community health. She served for over six years as a U.S. Army public affairs broadcast journalist, worked for Goodwill Industries as vocational operations manager, and is a yoga instructor. Angela has also done extensive volunteer work, including two years as small group facilitator at New Vintage Bible Church-In-the-Vine Ministries and as a board member of a nonprofit, called Fellinlove Farm which provides hands on educational, social, and recreational opportunities for children, adults, and individuals with special needs.
	Angie Moss is a sales and performance coach who has her own coaching company in Key West, Florida. She is a graduate of Catawba College (North Carolina). She was managing partner at Lakeside Mortgage Services and a consultant at NAA Insurance. She received her coach training from the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching. For more information, visit her website at: www.angiemoss.com.
	Annette Cataldi is the President and Co-Founder of Vive la Vie Coaching & Consulting Services, a professional services firm focused on personal and professional development. She is an experienced coach with a passion for aligning values and goals as a means to a more rewarding life. Annette is an experienced leader in human resources, business management, coaching and consulting. Annette also has extensive experience in strategic development and implementation, organizational change, and integrating cultures due to mergers and acquisitions. Her corporate background includes working as a VP of Human Resources for Lear Corporation with HR responsibility for over 50 manufacturing plants worldwide. Annette holds a Master’s Degree in Administration and a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and is a graduate of CoachUniversity. Annette lives with her husband and two children in Grosse Pointe, MI. For more information, visit her website at www.vlvcoaching.com.
	Antoinette Liviola is a Certified Professional Coach who received her training at the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching. She earned a Bachelors degree from Kent State University majoring in fashion design and minoring in business management. Antoinette had an extremely successful career in the creative side of the business, serving as Design Director for women's sweaters and knits at several corporate retail companies. As her passion grew for coaching others, she decided to start a coaching practice with a focus on life and wellness. Antoinette works one-on-one with her clients to create unique blueprints for healthy lives—in mind, body, and soul. She offers support in every area– stress relief, increased energy, lifestyle changes, and finding purpose. Antoinette is currently earning her Masters degree in Human Nutrition, and will soon be offering her skills as a clinical nutritionist in addition to her coaching services.
	Arlene Schneider has an MSW degree from Louisiana State University with a specialization in clinical social work. She worked for 14 years in a variety of settings, including psychiatric and physical rehab hospitals and private practices. Her clientele included teens with dual diagnosis (substance abuse and psychiatric), their families, young adults, and patients in physical rehabilitation. She previously held licenses in Marriage and Family Therapy, Substance Abuse, and R.O.P.E.S, and was a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Advanced Clinical Practitioner. Arlene received her coach training from iPEC (Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching). In addition, Arlene has advanced training in Energy Leadership. She founded her own coaching company, Schneider Coaching Group, which focuses on helping people lead more fulfilling lives. To learn more, please visit her website: www.schneidercoachinggroup.com.
	Atina White founded her own coaching company, Atina White Coaching & Consulting, which focuses on Life and Leadership Coaching. Atina coaches individual clients through inquiry, support and guidance, and she designs and conducts group workshops. She is a Certified Professional Coach trained by Accomplishment Coaching and has a B.A. degree from Brown University where she graduated with honors in Organizational Behavior and Management. Atina also earned a Masters Degree from Lesley University in Intercultural Relations. Her prior employment includes being Visiting Fellow in Programs and Development at Harvard University and Program Manager of the Social Enterprise Initiative at Harvard Business School. Atina lives in Boston, Massachusetts. For more information, visit her website at www.atinawhite.com
	Aynn Riback is a Certified Professional Coach trained by Coach University. She received a bachelor's degree in human development from Evergreen State College and a master's degree in health education from the University of Washington (Seattle). Aynn has her own coaching company, Wise Works Living, which specializes in Life Strategies and Navigation Coaching.  Aynn helps people build on their strengths for greater personal growth and provides skills training to help them build a strong foundation and develop habits that will make them better able to cope with life's challenges. Prior to becoming a coach, Aynn worked for 15 years as Supervisor for Child Development Centers and Director of Bright Horizon Family Solutions.  Aynn is located in Southern California. You can learn more about Aynn by visiting her website www.wiseworksliving.com.
	Azif Safarulla is a medical doctor and public health professional as well as a certified coach. Azif received his coach training from the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching. He is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics having completed his residency at the University of Oklahoma along with Fellowships in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine at the University of California Irvine Medical Centre and the University of Illinois. In addition, Azif received his Masters in Public Health from Augusta University (Georgia). He is currently working as a neonatologist at Piedmont Athens Regional hospital. Despite all this, Azif realized that he was not totally fulfilled. Thus began his journey of finding a new balance by expanding into other spheres of life. His current focus is to empower professionals who are externally "successful" yet internally unfulfilled to embark on a journey of living a life that is aligned with their core values.
	Beth Hendler-Grunt earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the John M. Olin School of Business at Washington University in St. Louis in 1992 and a Masters of Business Administration from the Stillman School of Business at Seton Hall University in 1998. Beth has over 20 years of business and sales leadership success in the high tech and management consulting sector. She is president of Next Great Step, a company that works with current students and recent college graduates to help them develop strategies to succeed in today’s competitive environment. For more information, visit her website . www.nextgreatstep.com
	Bill Souders is a Certified Professional Coach, trained by the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching. He graduated from the University of Virginia with a B.S. degree in Commerce and earned an MBA degree from Duke University. Bill has 25 years of senior executive experience with Coca Cola. For the past 15 years, he has been Director of Sales for Ohio, Indiana and Kentucky. In his coaching work, Bill helps his clients dig deep and understand the personal and professional path they want for the future. They discover what gaps are holding them back and how to address these issues. Based on their goals, they often shift from overwhelmed to balanced, as they reach their career ambitions. Bill is located in Cincinnati, Ohio.
	Brenda Wisniewski has nearly 20 years of experience in staffing, client service and coaching. Starting her career in audit with PriceWaterhouseCoopers, Brenda quickly realized her natural talent and passion for connecting with others. Brenda has worked with hundreds of individuals at all levels: entry-level, mid-level, management and executive. More than ten years ago, she founded Essential Hires, which provides life, career and sales coaching services. Brenda holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Rhode Island and is currently pursuing advanced training from Coach University. She is also a member of the International Coach Federation (ICF). Brenda lives in West Orange, New Jersey.
	Candice Battles is an accomplished, performance-driven Human Resources and Labor and Employee Relations Executive. She is currently Vice President, Employee and Labor Relations at Lineage Logistics. Prior to that, Candice was Senior Group Manager Labor Relations at Target. Candice received her coach certification in Leadership Coaching at Coach University. She is also a Birkman Cerified Consultant, in which she is trained to identify a person's passions, behaviors, motivation and interests. Candice is a graduate of Kansas State University where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Ecology.
	Cara Maksimow is a Licensed Certified Social Worker and Certified Professional Coach. She graduated from Rutgers University with a B.A. in psychology and from Columbia University Graduate School with a master’s in clinical social work. In 2014 she founded Maximize Wellness Counseling and Coaching LLC in New Jersey, providing counseling and coaching services such as Clinical Psychotherapy, Life Coaching, and Wellness Workshops. She is the author of the book Lose That Mommy Guilt: Tales and Tips from an Imperfect Mom. Prior to opening her therapy practice, she worked for many years as a pharmaceutical sales trainer and district manager. To learn more visit her website at: www.maximize-wellness.com.
	Cara Sachs works with chronically ill people who are committed to living full and audacious lives… even with poor health. She has her B.A. in Psychology (summa cum laude), and two certifications from the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching – CPC (Certified Professional Coach) and ELI-MP (Energy Leadership Index Master Practitioner). She also studied and worked as an American Sign Language/English interpreter, and as a Peer Advocate Counselor for a disability rights organization. Cara’s passion and deep understanding of people with chronic illnesses and disabilities grows from her own experience of living with life-long chronic pain and other issues from Ehlers Danlos Syndrome (a genetic connective tissue disorder) and Fibromyalgia. She helps her clients harness that strength to live their best life, while honoring and caring for their health. Find out more about Cara’s coaching at www.CaraSachs.com.
	Caren Osten Gerszberg is a Certified Life Coach trained in Positive Psychology by the Wholebeing Institute. She graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor's degree in Communication and from NYU with Master's degrees in Journalism and French. As a Positive Psychology Life Coach, Caren works with people of all ages and teaches a workshop called The Write Balance, which focuses on expressive writing grounded in concepts of positive psychology, such as gratitude, resilience, and the mind-body connection. She is also a contributor to The New York Times and writes a column in PsychologyToday.com. Caren has worked in journalism for over 21 years. She worked at Rolling Stone magazine and was the New York correspondent for Paris-based French Glamour magazine, writing a monthly column in French about trends and the arts in New York City. Caren has taught magazine writing at NYU’s School of Journalism. For more information, visit her website at www.carenosten.com.
	Carol Ann Vaughan is a certified coach trained by Accomplishment Coaching and a member of the International Coach Federation. She has more than 30 years of experience in high school, community college, university and non–profit education, including 12 years in higher education experience with student services. Carol has a B.A. in Education from Arizona State University where she graduated cum laude, and has completed extensive graduate work. She currently has her own coaching company where she works with clients on personal and career development. Carol resides in San Diego, CA.
	Carolyn Mahboubi is a Professional Transition Coach who works with her clients to remove the blocks that are keeping them from living their best, most powerful life. Carolyn has had a rich professional life, primarily in the fashion industry, which began early when she launched her first business at 16. In the ensuing three decades, she served in management and executive roles at four of the top fashion companies in the world. Carolyn received her coach training from the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching. You can learn more about Carolyn at her website www.carolynmahboubi.com.
	Caryn McCurry is an experienced, professionally certified coach having trained with Coach for Life, an International Coach Federation accredited training program. She has a B.S. in industrial psychology from Baruch College and has held supervisory positions at some of the leading companies in the U.S. Caryn has worked as Administrator for the Equity Research Division of Smith Barney, Co-Administrative Manager for the Tri-State Region at DeLoitte & Touche, and Senior Staff Recruiter at Brown Brothers Harriman. It was during her time with Brown Brothers that she was introduced to the profession of coaching. Caryn is now CEO of her own coaching company, New Insights, which you can learn more about at: www.new-insights.net.
	Cassandra Johnson is president and chief executive officer of a coaching company, Destined To Be Great. She previously worked in marketing at several Fortune 500 companies including Revlon, Church & Dwight, and L’Oreal. She has an MBA from Duke University, and received her coach training from the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching. She lives in Atlanta, Georgia. For more information, check out her website at: www.destined2bgreat.com.
	Chelsea Wendlinger is a Career Coach with a passion for working with Millennials. She was trained by the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching and is certified as an Energy Leadership Index Master Practitioner. For the past seven years, Chelsea has been managing Sales and Recruitment for Classic Westchester, a division of First Choice Staffing, a women-owned, full-service recruitment firm specializing in corporate staffing, with offices in White Plains, NY, and midtown Manhattan. She has helped thousands of college graduates with resume writing, mastering the art of interviewing, and launching their careers. She cares deeply about her clients and believes that the key to success is aligning who you are with where you choose to be. Chelsea graduated from Gettysburg College with a B.A. in Management and Women's Studies.
	Cheryl Marks Young is a Management Consultant & Growth Strategist, Award Winning Author, Entrepreneur, Coffee Lover, Kitchen Chemist & Food Allergy Awareness Advocate. With over 30 years of experience across many different industries in both the For Profit and Not for Profit sectors, she has a passion for creating solutions to help individuals, entrepreneurs, business owners and business teams survive and thrive in all aspects of their personal and professional journeys. Cheryl holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting & a Master’s in Administrative Science and Global Leadership. She is also a Certified Caliper Practitioner, Professional Coach and lifelong Learner. Cheryl is the Founder of Creative Blueprints for Leaders and the Creator and Curator for The Allergy Ninja. Cheryl currently serves as a Board Member for NJMHI, Declarations, Inc., and Fairleigh Dickinson University Center for Excellence. You can learn more about Cheryl by visiting her website www.creativeblueprintsforleaders.com.
	Chloe Bass is an international development professional and Certified Professional Coach with more than 15 years of experience working with nonprofit organizations and International Non-profit Organizations (INGO). She currently serves as the technical advisor for Women’s Economic Empowerment at a large INGO and is also the founder of Making Working Motherhood Work, a coaching and consulting organization dedicated to helping new moms successfully navigate the transition to working motherhood. Chloe has her master’s degree from the University of Denver in International Administration, Human Rights, and Humanitarian Assistance and her B.A. from Eastern University with a double major in Biblical Studies and Communication. Chloe has lived and worked in the U.S., West Africa, and the Middle East.
	Chris Lewis is a digital technologist and personal development coach. He has an MBA degree from Florida A&M University and worked for four years as a Digital Consultant for Accenture LLP, a leading global professional service company. He is currently Senior Managing Partner at Albert Christopher Solutions. From a digital perspective, Chris loves design and product management and his expertise ranges from content management to mobile application creation and everything in between. Chris also loves being a coach and believes coaching provides a road where you can be in control of your personal journey. Along this road there is information shared and discovered that a person can choose to acknowledge or ignore while on their journey to their desired destination. Chris received his coach training from the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching.
	Chris Sheridan is a coach and educator whose primary area of focus is the sports, media and entertainment industries. At ESPN, Chris led the network's efforts to create and distribute original digital video. Prior to that, Chris led an award winning digital newsroom as Executive Producer of ABC News.com. As Senior Manager at ABC News and NBC News, Chris led the coverage of some of their biggest news and sports stories. Currently, Chris is President of Sheridan Strategic Partners and Program Coordinator for Wake Forest University's new Masters in Sports Media and Storytelling Program. Chris received his Bachelors degree from Syracuse University's Newhouse School of Public Communications and his Masters degree from the University of Missouri. Chris' coach training came from the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching.
	Christina Asai is a career transition coach who helps emerging professionals break through their fears about choosing a career path to move confidently into purpose-driven action. She earned her B.S. degree in Kinesiology and Exercise Science from California State Polytechnic University and her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences. Christina received her professional coach training from the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching, and is the founder of the Clear Career Coach. In her former life as a physical therapy aide and physical therapy technician, she learned how to master her fear of failure in order to seize opportunities to learn. Today those hard-earned skills allow her to better assist grads who are facing the same paralyzing fear. You can learn more about Christina’s coaching at clearcareercoach.com.
	Christine Horstman is the owner of Paper Doll Communication. She is a Certified Professional Coach, a Certified Career Coach and an Accredited DISC Trainer. Christine has a strengths-based practice and believes everything in life comes down to communication. She emphasizes emotional intelligence and soft-skills with her clients. Her passion is assisting ambitious young people who are feeling stuck to gain the clarity and confidence to build a career that makes them excited to get out of bed in the morning. Her past business experience includes retail management, wholesale manufacturing, group travel, event planning and direct marketing. She has worked as the General Manager for several private companies where she was responsible for strategic planning, sales, customer service, operations, and HR. Christine lives in Dallas with her husband of twenty years, their teenage son and two fur babies. She is a graduate of Boston College.
	Christine Jeffrey owns her own personal and professional coaching company, Challenge Your Vision. Christine graduated summa cum laude from North Florida University. She has been a flight instructor and commercial pilot, financial executive, martial artist and stay-at-home mom. She received her coach training from Coach University. She wants people to recognize the gifts they already have and to decide to share them with the world. Christine lives in St. Augustine, Florida.
	Cindy Conors is a Certified Professional Coach specializing in helping people move towards a life they’ve always imagined. Her practice focuses on mindfulness, positive psychology and helping people find their purpose. Cindy coaches with an open heart, focusing on deep listening and being present. Her intuition and observations inspire insight, which often clears the way for one’s inner voice to emerge. She helps clients set realistic, attainable goals and partners with them to stay on track. Cindy is also an award-winning television producer. She’s spent 25+ years telling people's stories, now she’s helping them realize they have the power to create their own. www.coachingclarity.me.
	Cindy Weingartner is a Certified Professional Coach, trained in Corporate Leadership by the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching. Cindy graduated from Ohio University with a Bachelor's degree in Business and has over 25 years’ experience in sales and sales leadership for Fortune 500 organizations, with a focus on mentoring and development. For 12 years, Cindy was employed by Novartis Pharmaceuticals where she led award winning sales teams, mentored and coached associates across the US, and developed leadership training as well as a new field coaching tool for the US sales force. In 2013, Cindy left the corporate environment to create her own company, Success Dimension, where she utilizes her talents in coaching and leadership development. Cindy’s greatest joy is the opportunity to empower successful professionals, who are stressed out and unsatisfied with their current career path, to design a future career and lifestyle that supports their personal values and goals.
	Colette Carmouche is a Conflict Management Specialist for land management agencies. In this role she serves as a mediator, facilitator, trainer, ombuds, and coach. Colette enjoys coaching individuals who are looking to take on exciting challenges, reinvent themselves in new ways, or generate more fulfillment in their lives. Previous clients have shared that she brings warmth, kindness, and a safe place to land. Colette holds a B.A. in Anthropology and African American Studies from the University of Rochester and a Master of Science from the School for Conflict Analysis and Resolution at George Mason University. She is a graduate of Accomplishment Coaching and holds an ACC coaching credential from the International Coach Federation. Learn more about Colette at www.fiercehavencoaching.com.
	Daria Antonucci works as Lead Organizational Development Consultant for MITRE, one of the country’s leading research and development centers focused on helping our government solve its toughest problems. She earned her bachelor’s degree in political science at Duke University and masters in international affairs at Columbia University. She received her coach training from the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching, and focuses on helping her clients “find their voice.” She lives in the Washington, DC area.
	Deborah Eldredge got her undergraduate degree in communication science and her master's in adult education and education administration from the University of Connecticut. She worked for thirteen years in Human Resources and Labor Relations for the State of Connecticut Department of Education. Deb received her coach training from Career Coach Academy and started her own coaching company, The Career Collage, which specializes in HR solutions and career coaching. Deb works with individuals to find a career that aligns with their personality, values, and interests, using the Strong Interest Inventory and Myers Briggs Type Indicator as tools. She works primarily with college students and women re-entering the work force.
	Deborah Tyson is a career and small business coach who supports mission-driven professionals, working parents, career changers and small business owners to design and create meaningful and impactful lives – both at home, at work and in the world. She works with clients to design their careers and businesses and then follows it up with an action plan to make it happen, complete with practical tools and accountability. Her professional experience includes 15 years working in the public and non-profit sector within the fields of education, human resources, social services and non-profit program management. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Geography from Clark University and a Master of Arts degree in Intercultural Relations from Lesley University. She’s a Certified Professional Coach through the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching and an Associate Certified Coach through the International Coach Federation. To learn more about Debbie and her approach, visit mobilizecoaching.com.
	Debra Z. Joiner has spent most of her career with the Federal Aviation Administration. She is a currently a professional coach and management mentor with the Flight Standards Leadership Development Team. She joined Flight Standards Service in 1986 as an Operations Aviation Safety Inspector and became a manager in 1992. In addition to a Bachelor of Science degree in Aeronautics from San Jose State University, she is a pilot with commercial privileges. Debra received her coach training and certification from Coach University. Debra lives in Ft. Worth, Texas.
	Denice A. Fox holds university graduate-level degrees and certifications in Evidence-based Coaching, Health and Wellness, and a Professional Certified Coach (PCC level) certification through the International Coach Federation. She has training and certifications in Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and Vipassana Mindfulness and teaches mindfulness classes. She is seriously committed to ongoing professional development, and coaches at the highest standards of ethics and professional conduct. Her continuous and updated coaching knowledge is via the Institute of Coaching Professionals Association through the Institute of Coaching of McLean Hospital at Harvard University. Denice believes that coaching is the foundation for everything we do in life and that everyone can benefit to different degrees from coaching. Her coaching method includes teaching the client to be his or her own coach. You can visit her website at DeniceAFox.com.
	Devon Grilly is a creative problem solver and passionate supporter of women’s empowerment who has facilitated gatherings of women for spiritual connection (Red Tent) for years. She has used that support and inspiration to create workshops and group offerings for incredible women. Devon received her coach training from the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching. Devon earned a bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering from Northeastern University and a Master of Science in Bioengineering, University of California (San Diego). She has 10+ years of teaching experience as a high school chemistry teacher and science fair coordinator. You can learn more about Devon at her website: www.devongrilly.com.
	Diana Hyde is the Director and VP of Global Talent and Culture at FCB, a global advertising agency. She is responsible for talent development, culture and inclusion, and employee engagement. She is a CPC through IPEC, an ACC ICF member, and runs an independent career and inclusive leadership coaching practice. You can find more information about her services at www.djh-coaching.com. Prior to FCB, she was Senior Director of Community and Inclusion at Stern Business School. She also served as a VP and Private Banker at various banking institutions. She has her Master’s Degree in Business Administration from NYU's Stern School of Business, Master’s Degree in Policy, Organization and Leadership studies from Stanford University and B.A. in Economics from Trinity College. She has been a volunteer for Minds Matter since 2001, a mentoring nonprofit that works with low-income, high-achieving, high-school students, and is on the board of the Chicago chapter.
	Diana Rivera is a coach and facilitator who uses creative practices, coaching and contemporary research in psychology to create profound purpose and direction for her students and clients. Diana develops innovative, multi-week arts integration programs for youth, and professional development for teachers on creative process. She also works one-on-one and in groups with creative professionals through her consulting practice, Creative Empowerment Coaching and Facilitation. Ms. Rivera has a Master’s degree in Psychology, specialization creativity. She is PhD (abd) in Clinical Psychology.
	Diana St. Lifer founded Choices by Design, LLC to help individuals who are at a crossroads or in transition learn how to make positive, goal-oriented choices that will move them in the direction of their dreams. She is a professional writer and editor with more than 20 years’ experience as freelance writer and communications professional in higher education. She is a former newspaper journalist and has worked in the public relations and marketing fields. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Communication from Ramapo College of New Jersey, a post-B.A. certificate in Child Advocacy from Montclair State University, and is a certified professional coach (CPC) and Energy Leadership Master Practitioner (ELI-MP) through the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching. She also is a United Way-certified mentor.
	Dino Donato is a graduate from Boston University, with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. He has spent the majority of his career working in the Human Resource field, helping small businesses and leaders achieve their goals. He started coaching after graduating from Coach U’s Core Essentials Program, and is currently enrolled in the Advanced Coaching Program at Corporate Coach U. He has a passion for working with individuals to to help them realize their dreams. Although he travels a lot for work, he currently calls Washington, D.C. home.
	Don Bird works for the Federal Aviation Administration as a leadership mentor and coach for their Flight Standards Leadership Development Team. He received his coach training from Coach University. Don also has background in aviation maintenance and in general contracting (house construction). His is located near Spokane, Washington.
	Donalisa Stinyard is a retired Army veteran turned coach entrepreneur. She has a doctoral degree in Business Management with an emphasis in Organizational Leadership. During her doctoral journey, Donalisa discovered her passion for leadership and helping women. Her dissertation examined the influence of adult women mentors on the leadership development of adolescent girls. Years later her studies evolved into her own coaching practice, Evolution U Coaching. She received her coach training from the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching. For more information about Donalisa's coaching practice, visit her website: www.evolutionucoaching.com.
	Donna Aldrich develops both current and aspiring leaders through a caring coaching and training process so they can lead from where they are confidently. Her specialty is in providing people with tools to create action-oriented plans that drive their careers forward in a decisive manner while they maintain integrity, professionalism and their authenticity. She graduated magna cum laude from the University of Massachusetts (with a joint major Psychology and Education). She also received certification in Energy Leadership as a Master Practitioner from the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching. Donna lives in the Boston MA area. You can visit her website at www.aldrichcoaching.com.
	D'Yonna Riley is a Certified Professional Coach and Energy Leadership Index Master Practitioner, trained by the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching. She also has a background in holistic health from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition. D'Yonna earned her Bachelor's degree from Seton Hall University, where she majored in Psychology and also played on the women's soccer team. Though she currently works in the marketing and advertising industry, her true passion is supporting others through the power of coaching. As a result of her own journey with autoimmune diagnoses, D'Yonna decided to support others in their own wellness transformations. Her coaching helps individuals feel empowered in their bodies and align their mind, body, and soul. D'Yonna inspires her community to make positive health changes that help them take charge of their own healing, and allow them to feel their best on a daily basis.
	Ed Levine is passionate about helping people achieve their goals, especially around their careers. As the owner of The Daniel Adams Group and as a recruiter, he has successfully counseled thousands of individuals during their career searches and has found positions for more than 500 of them. Ed earned his B.S. in Education from the University of Southern Maine. He was a graduate assistant at the Dale Carnegie Institute in Human Relations. Ed has also served on the city council and school board for Auburn, Maine, and has volunteered for literacy programs and for Tobacco Free Maine.
	Eileen Der Aris' passion has always been to help people see their own true potential while feeling proud of who they are. She attended one of the most preeminent coach training schools in the industry, the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching and also holds an advanced certification as an Energy Leadership Index Master Practitioner. As the owner of Rising Adults Coaching, Eileen is grateful to fulfill her mission to empower young people between the ages of 17-26 to gain the clarity they need in order to move forward throughout this exciting period of their lives! In addition to her coaching certification, Eileen is a NYS Certified Teacher and NYS Certified Special Education teacher, as well as a mother of two young adults. Eileen has a solid grasp on how challenging this age can be for both the young person and the parent. For more information, please visit: www.risingadultscoaching.com.
	Elise Oranges has a B.S. from Marist College and received her coach training from Coach University. In addition to working with young people and those in transition, Elise has been in the publishing industry for 40 years, most recently as a quality analyst for an international company as well as an adjunct instructor of copyediting at NYU and a publishing consultant. Elise is also a Reiki Master Teacher. She owns her own coaching company, Sunnywaters Coaching. Elise practices Holistic life coaching, which blends modern science with ancient wisdom and her own unique perspective to inspire, motivate, and empower others to develop a new sense of possibility and accomplishment in their lives. For more information, visit her website: www.sunnywaterscoaching.com.
	Ellen Reichert is a Certified Professional Coach with an Advance Corporate Coaching Certificate from Coach University. Ellen received a B.A. in Communications from the University of Missouri. She is the founder of Whiteboard Coaching LLC, and is a business coach for Edward Jones Company, one of the largest financial services companies in the U.S. In addition to coaching, Ellen's career has focused on marketing and employee engagement. She has been manager and director of Solution Design for O.C. Tanner, Staples, and Corporate Express, and has held various positions in advertising. She is located in St. Louis, MO.
	Fred Perry is a Customer Relations Manager for the Georgia Division of PulteGroup, Inc., one of the country's leading home and community real estate developers. He earned his bachelor's degree from Auburn University and is a Certified Professional Coach through the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching (iPEC). He lives in Atlanta, Ga.
	George Strang started his career in oncology and immunology research. He earned a B.S. in zoology (with Honors) from the University of Aberdeen in Scotland and a Ph.D. in cancer studies from the University of Birmingham. George was a post-doctoral research fellow in both industry and academia, Manager of Clinical Immunology at Dendreon Corporation (Seattle), and Clinical Data Operations Manager at the Cystic Fibrosis Therapeutic Development Network Coordinating Center (Seattle). George is currently Senior Manager, Clinical Data Management, of Genentech, Inc. (San Francisco) where he has also coached management and staff, leads networking groups, and develops training for career development. George completed his Certified Integral Coach training with New Ventures West in 2015. You can find out more by visiting George’s website www.georgestrangphd.com.
	Ginny Trierweiler earned a Bachelor's degree from Michigan State University and Masters and Ph.D. degrees (also in Psychology) from the University of Denver. Ginny is a practicing clinical psychologist as well as a coach. She got her coach certification from the College of Executive Coaching, which provides coach training for professionals with advanced degrees. For the past ten years Ginny has had her own consulting company, which focuses on Leadership Development, Executive Coaching, and Organizational Consulting. Her passion for human growth and development shows up in her writing and speaking at conferences and events. Ginny lives in Denver, Colorado. You can visit her website at www.gtrierweiler.com.
	Greg Lewis is a veteran career advisor working with students and alumni at National University. In addition to his focus on advising veterans, active military and military spouses, Greg works to develop relationships with companies interested in hiring National University students and alumni. He has a B.A. in history from Santa Clara University and a master's degree from San Diego State University in post-secondary educational leadership with a concentration in student affairs. Greg lives in San Diego, CA.
	Hailey Starr received her coach training from the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching, where she was trained to work with all career fields. She also is certified as an Energy Leadership Index Master Practitioner. Hailey has a Masters of Environmental Studies degree from Evergreen State College and a B.S. degree in Natural Resource Sciences from Washington State University. She has worked in the natural resource sciences field as a wildlife biologist for over 12 years. For the past 6 years, she has worked as an environmental consultant specializing in wetland ecology and wildlife biology. Hailey also runs North Starr Adventures, a company focused on helping creatives wayfind through life, career, and hobby. She pairs her coaching with nature therapy by leading forest bathing experiences outside of Seattle, WA. She is a multi-passionate creative herself, her craft of choice is making torch-fired enamel jewelry. To learn more about Hailey, visit her website at: www.northstarradventures.com.
	Heather Thorson is a corporate coach and management consultant for the Federal Aviation Administration working on their Leadership Development Team. Prior to that she was a Transportation Regulations Analyst and a Safety Manager. Heather received her coach training from Coach University. She received a B.A. degree (major in Communications) from Arizona State University. Heather is currently working toward creating a non-profit group to help young people discover their skills and strengths so they can make the best choices when it comes to post-secondary education and careers. Heather is based in the FAA's Dallas-Ft. Worth office.
	Jacob Morris is a career coach who helps emerging and seasoned professionals navigate career growth and organizational change. Prior to becoming a coach, Jacob served 17 years in management at Delta Air Lines in Atlanta. His corporate experience spans a number of functional areas, including marketing, sales, product development, loyalty, e-commerce, communications, and learning & development. Jacob has lived and worked on 3 continents, and currently resides in Mexico City. He received his coach training from Wellcoaches and Gallup. Jacob is a Gallup-certified Strengths Coach and a member of the International Coach Federation. Jacob is a lifelong learner and professional student in the Liberal Arts program at Harvard University.
	Jacqueline Neilson is a Leadership Coach who draws on her diverse experiences as an executive in the corporate environment. She enjoyed a highly successful, 35-year career at Merck & Co., the pharmaceutical giant. Her tenure spanned assignments in research, sales, global marketing and business development. In her role as the VP for the US Primary Care Commercial Operations Group, she led a team of over 5,000 people. Prior to retiring from Merck, Jackie was the Vice President and General Manager of the HIV Product Franchise, where she led all global commercialization activities. Jackie received her coaching certification from the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching. She also received certification as an Energy Leadership Master Practitioner. Jackie earned an MBA in Marketing and Finance from Rutgers University Graduate School of Management. Her undergraduate degree is in Chemistry, from Barry University.
	Jacqueline Williams has been a Training Specialist at Farmers New World Life Insurance for the last fourteen years where she created and/or presented training programs on business-essential skills and was instrumental in initiating a group coaching program. Prior to that, she was a corporate manager in both market research and retail fields. Jacqueline is an Associate Certified Coach with the International Coach Federation and is licensed by Coach University as a Coaching Clinic Facilitator. Jacqueline’s true passion lies in coaching emerging leaders to identify and achieve their business goals while creating balance in their lives.
	Jamie Fuentes Calobrisi is a Certified Professional Coach and Master Practitioner in Energy Leadership, trained by the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching. Jamie graduated from Miami University (Ohio) with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and Social Work and a Master's degree in Kinesiology and Exercise Science. Jamie has worked in Neighborhood Centers, Inc. (Houston, Texas) as Director of Innovation and Development and as head of the energy assistance program. She currently has her own coaching company. Jamie works with clients to create a plan that will yield abundance in whatever area they choose.
	Janet Kosowan is a Certified Professional Coach and Energy Leadership Master Practitioner. She received her training from the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching and is a member of the International Coaching Federation. Janet has a B.A. in Economics, a degree in Advertising, and over 30 years experience leading and developing marketing and sales initiatives for some of the top brands including Bravado! Designs, Bessey Tools, Ray-Ban Sunglasses and Coca-Cola. Her corporate experience spans marketing, strategic planning, advertising, sales training and demand planning. Janet also worked with the Dale Carnegie Business Group as business coach and territory manager, delivering both public and corporate programs. She has loved her exciting and varied career and recently started her own coaching company, Eudaimonia - The Art of Happiness, which helps individuals increase their happiness by creating a life that they unconditionally love. You can visit her website at www.eudaimoniacoaching.net
	Jeanine Mouchawar is a graduate of the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching and is a Certified Professional Life Coach. Jeanine graduated from Stanford University and was Senior Marketing Manager for 20th Century Fox. As a parent, she has tried to figure out how best to connect with her kids while raising them to be joyful, independent adults. Her thirst for parenting knowledge led her to books, speakers, and consulting with experts. Through becoming a Certified Professional Life Coach, Jeanine discovered a new level of understanding about herself that created a new level of connection with her children.
	Jen Mintz has always been fascinated by human behavior, motivations, and perceptions - including her own. During her 20 years in the corporate world, her greatest joys came from creating awareness, connections, and win-win solutions. Now, as a coach, she helps people do this within their own lives – shining a bright light for them to connect back to their unique truths, conscious values, and the courage and possibilities that manifest when that magic is harnessed. She works with clients to shed the limiting beliefs and past conditioning that holds them back, empowering them to live a life that is authentic, purposeful and joyful. Jen received her B.A. from Indiana University in Marketing and her coach training from the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching. She also completed a 2 year certification in Spiritual Psychology from the University of Santa Monica.
	Jennifer Britt is a Certified Professional Coach. She specializes in Life Direction Coaching, working with clients who desire to align their innate skills, talents and abilities with a career that makes their hearts sing! She received her coach training from the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching (iPEC). For more information, visit her website at: www.jenniferbritt.wordpress.com.
	Jennifer Silva is a Certified Personal Empowerment Coach, who provides individual and group coaching to professional women in the workplace and to women entrepreneurs who want to reach their full potential both professionally and personally. Jennifer believes that even with the growth in gender diversity in the workplace women still are held back from advancing in their mainly due to their core thoughts and limiting beliefs. Jennifer holds a BS degree in Business/Marketing from Kean University and is a graduate of the Institute for Professional Empowerment Coaching. Jennifer lives in Frenchtown, New Jersey. For more information, check out her website at: www.shesaleader.com.
	Jessica Gallo , Certified Professional Coach, is magnetically drawn to coach clients who have much they want to give, create, and improve in the world--without losing themselves in the process. A 20-year seasoned communications consultant, creative director, and educator for nonprofits and higher education, Jessica believes people are the real purpose within every project. Specializing in “emotional leadership coaching,” she listens deeply to clients to help clarify intentions for career, relationships, and whole life balance. Then she guides clients to create their own customized mindsets and project management skills to build sustainable transformation. Jessica holds a BFA in Design and a professional coaching certificate from the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching. She lives near the Mississippi River in St. Paul, Minnesota with her husband and children. You can learn more about Jessica by visiting her website: jessicagallostudio.com
	Jim Kinneer has twenty five years of experience working in Human Resources including recruitment, training, organizational development and employee relations and is the founder of Success at Work, LLC. He earned his PhD, two Master degrees and undergraduate degree from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Jim completed his coach training from MentorCoach, LLC. He resides in Indiana, PA with his wife and daughters. Jim has a passion for helping others to unlock their hidden potential and creating high performance workplace cultures through personal and team development.
	Joanne Ryan has more than 25 years of experience in the corporate world, where she has mentored and coached individuals throughout her career. While still fulfilling her primary responsibility as director in the actuarial department of Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey, Joanne has been able to successfully bring her coaching expertise into this highly technical job. Joanne is a Certified Professional Coach (CPC) and a graduate of the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching. She holds a B.A in Mathematics from Iona College, where she also became a certified teacher, an M.S. in Applied Mathematics from the New Jersey Institute of Technology, and is a Member of the American Academy of Actuaries. In 2011, Diversity MBA Magazine selected Joanne as one of the Top 100 Under Age 50 Emerging Leaders. Joanne lives in Morristown, New Jersey.
	Joelle Jackson is a Conscious Leadership Coach who has been recognized as an Associate Certified Coach by the International Coach Federation. She was trained by iPEC (Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching) where she also received certification in Energy Leadership. Joelle helps clients find happiness, fulfillment, and success by ditching the status quo and taking a leap of faith into conscious living. She has worked with people in all walks of life across the globe, from civil society activists to C-suite executives, to help them align with their inner-genius and unleash their full potential. Joelle earned a bachelor’s in broadcast studies and journalism from Gonzaga University and a master’s degree in international affairs from George Washington University’s Elliott School of International Affairs. To learn more about Joelle's coaching, please visit her website: www.joellejackson.com.
	Juhua Wu is consulting and associate director at the University of Rochester Center for Community Practice and founder of Juhua Wu Coaching. She is a Certified Professional Coach who received her coach training from iPEC (Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching) and her master’s degree from the University of Southern California. She was trained in cultural and visual anthropology, psychology, and biological science. In addition to coaching, Juhua applies her expertise in behavioral and systems changes in HIV prevention and care. She lives in Rochester, NY.
	Julie Percarpio is a Certified Professional Coach trained by the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching. She received a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from Rutgers University and a Master of Science degree in Engineering Management from the New Jersey Institute of Technology. Prior to coaching, Julie had over 20 years of experience working in Consumer Marketing and Pricing Analytics at Fortune 500 companies in the Retail, Financial and Telecommunications industries.
	Karen DeVries is a recently Certified Professional Coach, trained by IPEC (Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching). She specializes in Career and Lifestyle coaching. She has a real heart for young adults and was excited to hear about, and volunteer with, the Grad Life Choices program. Her website is a work in progress. Karen lives in Ontario, Canada.
	Kathi Szymanski earned her Juris Doctor degree from Michigan State University and received her coach training from the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching. She spent her career working in highly responsible positions for the United States military. Kathi was Chief Counsel for the U.S. Army Materiel Command Legal Center - RIA. She has been awarded many distinctions. The second of her two Presidential Rank Awards was for her work on the internal Army investigation about abusive interrogation techniques used at Abu Ghraib prison in Iraq. According to Kathi, one of the most satisfying aspects of her work was the opportunity to coach and mentor young people and help identify their talents.
	Katie Weiser is the owner of Katie Weiser Coaching, LLC located in Augusta, GA. She helps professionals who are at a crossroad in their career to make career decisions that will lead to living the career and life of their dreams. She has 40 years experience at Deloitte working with CEO’s, business leaders, and human resource professionals. Her leadership positions include Global Chief Learning Officer and Global Director of Alumni Relations for Deloitte Consulting. Katie brings a wealth of knowledge from her international corporate experience about leadership, learning and development, managing people and teams effectively and change leadership to her coaching. Katie is a CCE-Board Certified Coach, an International Coach Federation Associate Certified Coach, a Master Certified Energy Leadership Practitioner and an EQ Mentor Coach. She graduated from The Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching and has a BA in Psychology from Hunter College - City University of New York. For more information: www.katieweisercoaching.com.
	Keith Dent is assistant director of Rising Tide Capital, which supports minorities and other traditionally marginalized populations start and grow their own businesses. He is a graduate of Georgetown University and received his coach training at from the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching. He lives in West Orange, New Jersey.
	Kimberly Paterson, a Certified Professional Coach, helps leaders change the mindsets and behaviors that limit corporate and individual success. She is the founder of CIM—a strategic planning and corporate communications company that works with senior executives of financial services organizations on change initiatives. Kimberly earned a certification in “Unlocking Immunity To Change” at Harvard University and certifications in Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace and Employee Engagement & Motivation. She received her coach training from iPEC (Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching). She is passionate about creating “aha moments” —that instant of clarity when people see what’s holding them back and how they can realistically move forward.
	Kioka Dunston owns her own coaching company, Kiokacoaching, which is focused on helping people attain the career and life of their authentic, unique dreams. Prior to creating her coaching practice, Kioka was a Human Resource professional for 15+ years in a variety of large organizations including BectonDickinson, IBM, ArvinMeritor, and Honeywell. Kioka received a B.S.degree in Accounting from Hampton University and a Master of Human Resources degree from the University of South Carolina. She obtained her coaching certification through the CaPP Institute. Kioka is based in Durham, NC. Learn more about her at: kiokacoaching.com.
	Kris McCrea Scrutchfield is President and CEO of McCrea Coaching. She is a business life coach who has years of experience helping people, teams, and organizations grow and thrive, with special emphasis on the health care field. Her clients range from large healthcare systems to entrepreneurs, as well as individuals who are experiencing a transition point in their lives. Kris was trained as a coach by the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching. She is a Professional Certified Coach through the International Coaching Federation, a Certified Coach in the Core Energy Coaching Process and a Master Practitioner in the Energy Leadership framework. Her philosophy is to partner with her clients to help them to ignite the energy and capacity within themselves to foster breakthrough thinking. Kris lives in Portland, Maine.
	Kris Palcho received her coach training from Coach University and her Bachelor's degree from Kent State University with concentrations in English and Aeronautics. She currently works for the Federal Aviation Administration with the Flight Standards Leadership Development Team where she was formerly (for five years) a Front Line Manager Since the 1980's Kris has been a passionate advocate for general aviation and airmen. She promotes safety as guest speaker for key events, is a dedicated flight instructor, a mentor for new aviators, and an active airman. Kris is also on the Board of Directors of the Kent Free Library.
	Kristin Belt received her coach training from the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching where she also earned certification as an Energy Leadership Master Practitioner. She views her mission as helping clients to navigate through challenging transitions so that they can identify the best path forward and feel in control of their destiny. In addition to having her own coaching company, Lifetime Coaching, Kristin is President of KB Media, LLC, which provides sales and marketing representation across the U.S. for print, digital, event, and creative services. She also is co-owner of FastFrame, which provides expert picture framing in the Austin, Texas area. Previously Kristin worked as Southwest sales director for the highly regarded publication Texas Monthly and major accounts manager at MCI Telecommunications Corp. Kristin received her Bachelor's in Broadcast Communications specializing in Photo-Journalism from Stephen F. Austin State University (Texas).
	Krystina Feucht is marketing director of Life Force International in San Diego, California. She graduated from San Diego State University, magna cum laude and received her coach training at the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching. For more information, check out her website at: www.createitnowcoaching.com.
	Laura Munro Dillon is a Certified Professional Coach and Master Practitioner in Energy Leadership, trained by the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching. She has a bachelor’s degree in Economics from University of Illinois and an MBA from Northwestern Kellogg School of Management. Laura had a successful 20+ year career in Marketing including working for both a large consumer package goods company and a mid-sized wine company, among other industries. She currently has her own coaching business and a passion for coaching people through the many stages in their careers - from college major selection, to early career, and mid-career transitions.
	Lauren LeMunyan is a Professional Certified Coach who received her coach training from iPEC (Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching). She founded her own coaching company, Lauren LeMunyan Coaching LLC, which focuses on sparking creativity, developing action plans, and increasing accountability and fulfillment. Lauren’s clients include entrepreneurs in the creative and fitness industries, CEOs in the tech space, and home-based business professionals. For 11 years prior to coaching full-time, Lauren held the role of executive director of three international trade associations simultaneously. During this time, Lauren restructured budgets to increase profitability, revamped value offerings and promotion strategies, organized staff and volunteers, and increased event and membership engagement and retention. Lauren has a bachelor's degree from Rutgers University (New Brunswick) with a major in sociology. For more information, please visit Lauren's website: www.laurenlemunyan.com.
	Lea Ann Dies uses her high-energy and passion for inspiring, encouraging, and creating space to empower clients as they embark on their journey of discovering their personal power, their passion, and their sense of fun. Her corporate background consists of over 15 years’ human resources experience, specifically in recruiting and talent development. Throughout her career, Lea Ann has provided coaching and training to individuals in resume development, interviewing skills, communication, conflict resolution, generations in the workplace, and navigating life’s transitions. In addition, Lea Ann has spent much of her career working with college students while leading multiple corporate intern programs. Lea Ann received her coach training from the Institute of Professional Excellence in Coaching where she earned certification as an Energy Leadership Index-Master Practitioner. She received a master’s degree in organizational leadership from St. Ambrose University, and holds bachelor’s degree in political science from the University of Iowa.
	Leigh Higgins is a Certified Professional Coach who graduated with a B.A. in economics from Rutgers University and an M.A. in education from the University of London. His coach training was completed at iPEC (Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching). He specializes in personal growth, shamanic healing practices, life and job transitioning, leadership development, and conflict resolution. He has worked in corporate America for 25+ years. Leigh lives in Hoboken, NJ.
	Leslie Gross has a Master's Degree in Educational Leadership, is an Associate Certified Coach and a Certified Group Coach. Leslie has worked for over 20 years in child and family services; providing training, mentoring and coaching to social service professionals. She has a strong belief that everyone has untapped wisdom and strength inside themselves. It is Leslie's privilege to help people discover their true purpose and vision of success.
	Lisa Chenofsky Singer is a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) with the International Coaching Federation (ICF). She is trained in executive, career and leadership coaching with a background in Human Resources. Lisa’s strength is in guiding clients to identify their strengths for their career journey. Coaching includes career exploration, targeted search and career transitions. Lisa’s experience includes outplacement services, university adjunct professor, capstone advising, corporate and nonprofit human resources across top tier global companies, medium- and small-sized firms, startups, nonprofits. She has worked across a variety of sectors -- consumer goods, cosmetics, design, engineering, healthcare, medical, life sciences, pharmaceutical, media and entertainment, publishing, professional services, social entrepreneurship, and technology. This experience, coupled with her master's degree in Organizational Communications from Kean University, gives her a unique perspective when working through the challenges her clients face in all aspects of their lives. You can find out more about Lisa's coaching at www.chenofskysinger.com.
	Loni Slatkin graduated from the University of Delaware with majors in communication and English. She received her coach training at iPEC (Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching). As a Transformative Mindset Coach, Loni forms a solutions-focused coaching partnership with her clients by working together to expand their mindset to realize all of the possibilities that lie in front of them. She has also received training in Positive Psychology at the Institute of Child Education and Psychology. Previously, Loni taught English as a second language in Spain, worked as Corporate Communications Coordinator at Deutsch NY, a cutting-edge advertising agency, and as Executive Assistant to the President and CEO of AdColony, one of the largest mobile advertising platforms in the world.
	Lori Tuominen was trained as a coach with the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching and is an Associate Certified Coach with the International Coach Federation. She earned a Bachelor’s degree in Music Education from the University of Minnesota. She has worked as Business Manager of the University Museum of Contemporary Art at UMass Amherst and as Education/Academic Program Manager of the UMass Amherst Fine Arts Center, among other positions. Lori also has a Certificate in Positive Psychology from the Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health and the Wholebeing Institute. She continues to study extensively with this program, first as a Teaching Assistant, and now as a Senior Teaching Assistant. Lori also teaches a college freshman course in Positive Psychology. Lori lives in Amherst, Massachusetts. For more information, please check out her website: www.lorituominen.com.
	Lynn Oschmann is president of Oschmann Coaching in Monterey, California. She graduated from Bryn Mawr College with a Bachelor's degree in geology and earned her Master's degree in oceanography from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology/Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution Joint Master's Program. She received her coach training at the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching and is certified by the International Coach Federation. In addition to her science and technical backgrounds, Lynn has extensive leadership and management experience through her 23+ year career in the U.S. Navy, currently serving as a Captain in the Navy Reserve. For more information, visit her website at: www.oschmanncoaching.com.
	Madeline McNeely is a master level coach, consultant, facilitator, and trainer. She has worked with organizations and leaders in both the corporate and nonprofit fields to help them overcome obstacles and achieve their personal and business goals. She has been an executive, leadership, and career coach since 2003. Madeline teaches Leadership Coaching Strategies and Non-Profit Leadership and Community Engagement at Harvard Extension School. Madeline's passions include the performing arts. She has a B.A. in Development Studies from Lewis and Clark College and a Master's in Education from Temple University, where she studied dance, cultural studies, and social justice education. She is certified in Conversational Intelligence (C-IQ), Leadership Embodiment, and Integral Yoga. She is a certified Leadership Embodiment teacher and coach, and a certified Integral Yoga instructor. Madeline lives in the Boston, MA area. For more information, check out her website at: www.conditioningleaders.com.
	Mara Heichman is a Certified Professional Coach and an Energy Leadership Index Master Practitioner dedicated to helping her clients discover their potential. She works with teens, young adults, and parents on issues such as societal and peer pressures, career direction, strengthening parent/children relationships, and much more. Mara speaks frequently on topics like energy leadership, communication, self-care, confidence, life balance, and relationships, among others. She is a certified Occupational Therapist, B’nei Mitzvah tutor, and 23-year volunteer working with children and teenagers who have experienced injuries from burns. Mara earned her coaching certification from the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching. She received her MBA from Loyola University, Chicago, and her bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy from Ohio State University. Mara lives in the suburbs of Chicago. You can learn more about Mara at her website: maraheichman.com.
	Marcie Quintana is the foundress of Marcie Quintana, an online platform and community dedicated to life & business coaching. Marcie is a Certified Professional Coach (CPC), Energy Leadership Index Master Practitioner (ELI-MP) and a licensed Heal Your Life workshop trainer and facilitator drawing on the teachings of Louise L. Hay. Marcie is also the creator of Hispano Entrepreneur, a top bilingual Latino podcast where Latino entrepreneurs share their entrepreneurial journey. Marcie worked in the corporate finance and accounting arena for more than 15 years with companies like Clorox, Ernst & Young, Grant Thornton, Hewlett Packard and Excelligence Learning. Upon leaving the corporate arena, Marcie became a Realtor with Coldwell Banker where she was a top producing agent. Marcie's Latino roots are from México, she is a non-practicing CPA and is a graduate from San Jose State University. You can connect with Marcie at www.MarcieQuintana.com.
	Marge Everett is the Vice President of Strategic Solutions Consulting, Inc. She founded the firm with her husband in 2005; and, in 2013 she joined the working team, bringing 35 years of financial experience and expertise with her. Ms. Everett has established herself as a respected and successful executive in the Maryland Region's commercial banking industry. She has held leadership positions at SunTrust Bank and Bank of America, where she consistently developed lucrative business and built strong contacts. Ms. Everett is a graduate of Loyola University Maryland, having earned both a BA as well as an MBA with a concentration in Finance. She received her coach training Accomplishment Coaching, an accredited program of the International Coach Federation. For more information, check out her website at: www.sscstrategies.com.
	Mark Ellis is in the Flight Standards Service of the Federal Aviation Administration, working on their Leadership Development Team. In this capacity, Mark coaches leaders throughout the organization, evaluates and recommends improvements for leadership practices, and facilitates leadership workshops. He received his coach training at Coach University. Prior to working at the FAA, Mark was Captain at Mesa Air Group and First Officer at Pinnacle Airlines. He received a B.S. degree at Spartan School for Aeronautics and is working on his Master's degree at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Mark has volunteered at CASA, working as an advocate for the interests of abused and neglected children in the Dallas court system and, as a foster parent, providing for their care. Mark is based in the FAA's Dallas, Texas office.
	Mary Kay Wedel is president of Choice Leaders Consulting Group in Monmouth Beach, New Jersey. She received her bachelor’s degree from Rutgers University and her coach training from the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching. She has served in leadership roles in the media industry for more than 25 years, with experience in sales, marketing, business development, and negotiating.
	Maryann Carr Norman has been working at the Federal Aviation Administration since 2008. She is currently working as a Leadership Coach and Consultant in Flight Standards, formerly serving as Assistant Manager of the Resource Management Branch in Anchorage, Alaska.  Maryann graduated from the FAA’s Program for Emerging Leaders in 2012. She has also completed numerous leadership and management training courses throughout her career. Prior to federal service, Maryann was a public relations consultant working with clients in private industry, government, and non-profit organizations. Maryann received her coach training from Coach University.  She thinks of a coaching relationship as a mixture of discovery, development, and design. She uses her curiosity and intuition to allow her clients to explore thoughts and ideas that can lead to greater self-awareness and insights. Maryann graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from the University of Texas.
	Marycruz Flores received her coach training from the Coach Training Alliance, a program that is accredited by the International Coach Federation. Marycruz earned her Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Finance from the University of Northeastern Illinois. Subsequently she served as an accountant at. Grainger, an international industrial supply company, and as a Senior Accountant at AbbVie, a pharmaceutical company and at Harley-Davidson Motor Company. Despite working for large companies, the spirit of entrepreneurship has always been part of her. Marycruz was born and raised and in Mexico City. She came to the US when she was 16 years old looking for a better life. Today, she lives with her husband and her two grown children in Chicago.
	Maureen McHugh received her coach training from the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching. Maureen is a certified executive coach and leadership advisor. She has had her own coaching company, MTM Coaching, since 2003. Maureen has been a top executive and administrator with DuPage County government for many years, serving as Executive Director of the Health Department as well as Deputy County Administrator and Director of Human Resources. Maureen earned her B,A, degree in Psychology from Lewis University. Maureen also has been a professional facilitator and a certified nursing home administrator. Her coaching philosophy is based on acknowledging that each client is an expert on his/her life and work. She believes that every client is naturally creative, resourceful, and whole. It is her job to encourage self-discovery and to help her clients discover, clarify, and align with what they want to achieve.
	Melissa Clodfelter is Associate Director for Recruitment and Organization Development at Wake Forest University in Winston- Salem, North Carolina where she provides leadership and executive coaching to faculty and staff across the university campus. Previously, Melissa served as Adjunct Faculty Member Wake Forest University School of Divinity where she worked with the Academic Dean to design and implement a placement plan for graduating students. Melissa earned her B.A. degree at Gardner-Webb College in North Carolina. She received her coach training from Coach University, including Advanced Corporate Coach Training, and has been using her coaching skills to support students in their career navigation for over ten years. She is currently completing the Ph.D. program in Education Leadership and Cultural Foundations from the University of North Carolina.
	Melissa Maher is president of Live Well Coaching, and is a Leadership Coach for the Diamond Healthcare Corporation. Previously she worked at the Corporation for Public Broadcasting in Washington, DC, and in the Life Coaching Department of the Anthony Robbins Company. She graduated from Middlebury College, magna cum laude, and received her coach training at the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching, where she is now an Assistant Trainer. She currently lives in Oakland, California. For more information, visit her website at: www.mylivewellcoaching.com.
	Michael Burks received his coach training from Coach Training Institute (CTI). Michael earned his Bachelor's degree (Communications) from California State University and his MBA from University of Redlands. He has his own coaching company, The Coaching Partner (www.thecoachingpartner.com), where he works with clients on personal and career development. Previously, Michael was Director of Risk Management for 14 years at Direct TV (Los Angeles) where he helped to create a mentoring program for their young and minority employees. Michael has also taught management courses at the University of Phoenix and is a member of the International Coach Federation and the National Black MBA Association.
	Michelle Adams is a Certified Professional Coach, trained by the Academy for Family Coach Training. Michelle earned her B.A. from Pennsylvania State University and her J.D. from Brooklyn Law School. She is also an adjunct faculty member at Metropolitan State University in Denver, CO. Michelle is a speaker, coach and attorney who is passionate about helping people live their lives purposely. She is the founder of The Legacy Project, a training and personal development firm. Michelle is the former Director of the Victim Services Network at the Denver District Attorney's Office. Prior to this, she was the Executive Director of Denver CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates), advocating for child victims of abuse and neglect. Michelle has also held several leadership positions at TIAA-CREF, a Fortune 100 financial services organization, including Training Director for the Western U.S Region. Michelle lives in Denver, Colorado.
	Michelle Bourassa is president of What's Next Professional Coaching where she works with executives, entrepreneurs and other professionals to create the life they want. She holds a Master of Science degree from Antioch University (New England campus) and is certified by the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching and the International Coach Federation. She is also a member of the Society of Human Resource Management. She lives in Keene, New Hampshire and frequently volunteers time to work with graduate students interested in career exploration and transition. For more information, visit her website: http://www.whatsnextprofessionalcoaching.com/.
	Michelle Pyram is a strategic Human Resources professional with 15 years of corporate HR experience within the pharmaceutical, financial services and education industries. Her specialties include training and development, coaching, performance management, management development, leadership development, and diversity. Michelle also has her own coaching company, Be Accountable, Inc., which creates a network of accountability partners who provide support, encouragement and motivation for goal-oriented, like-minded individuals within a safe, open, and supportive environment. Michelle is a Certified Professional Coach trained by iPEC (Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching). She has a master's degree in labor and employment relations from Rutgers University. For more information, please visit Michelle's website: www.executethedream.com.
	Michelle Wartgow is a Certified Professional Coach, having received her coach training from the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching. She has certifications as a Core Dynamics Specialist and Energy Leadership Index Master Practitioner. Michelle is founder of Live Your Cause Coaching where she focuses on helping teens take active ownership in creating the life of their dreams. Prior to starting her coaching company, Michelle was a Associate Career Counselor at the Career Development Center in Milwaukee, WI, Counselor at the Quantum Learning Network, and a high school guidance counselor. Michelle has also worked as a Relations-based Sales Associate for Erickson Living and Instructional Design Associate fro GenSpring Family Offices. Michelle earned her B.S. degree in Psychology and Pre-Art Therapy from Marian College and her Masters of Science degree in Educational Psychology from the University of Wisconsin. For more information about Michelle and Live Your Cause Coaching, please visit: www.michellewartgow.com.
	Mira Simon is a Certified Professional Coach who received her coach training from iPEC (Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching), where she served as admissions coach. Prior to her coaching career, Mira spent more than 25 years working in radio broadcasting sales and management. She graduated from the University of California, Los Angeles, with a B.A. in communication studies. Her coaching company, Pathway to College, specializes in helping high school students discover their path and start making decisions that will propel their lives forward. She lives in San Diego, CA. To learn more about Mira's coaching practice, visit her website at: www.coachmira.com.
	Monica Callon is a graduate of Coach University’s Advanced Corporate Coaching program. In addition to coaching executives and small business owners, she coaches youth and is creating a youth coaching program for a high school in Montreal (Canada). Trained as a journalist and fluent in English and French, Monica has more than 25 years of experience partnering with clients to resolve their strategic and communication challenges. Monica works with diverse corporate, government, and professional services clients, as well as advertising and marketing/communications firms. She forges long-lasting partnerships with her clients. Monica’s international experience includes projects in North America, Europe, and the Middle East. She was Director of Public Relations for the Canadian fundraising consulting firm CCS, and a radio journalist with the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC). Monica received a certificate in international relations from the University of Marseilles (France) and a bachelor’s degree in anthropology from the University of British Columbia (Canada). Monica lives and works in Montreal.
	Morgan Massie is an accredited coach with the International Coach Federation (ICF). She has a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, a Master’s degree in Instructional Design Technology, and has earned a specialization in Positive Psychology and Resilience. Certified in Biofeedback and Stress Management, Morgan has experience helping others develop resilient behaviors to manage stress and anxiety. She has over a decade of experience in senior leadership positions in the field of HR and organization & talent development, and is co-author of The Five Coaching Conversations, a research-based coaching model for maximizing performance and potential. Morgan has developed award-winning leadership development programs for new and emerging leaders. Her passion is to help people become more purposeful and aligned with their career by helping them uncover and leverage natural strengths, match skills with opportunities, and develop resilient behaviors.
	Nancy Watanabe earned a B.S. in biochemistry with honors and a M.S. in plant physiology from the University of California, Davis. She is an International Coach Federation credentialed Professional Coach, having received her coach training from Coach University. Nancy is a certified project manager whose experience spans 15+ years in global drug development, discovery technology (genetics and combinatorial chemistry), software, and biotechnology industries. She is currently Program Director at BeiGene, Ltd. In prior roles over a 10-year tenure with Roche/Genentech, she led several leadership development initiatives in partnership with the Human Resources Executive Talent Development group. Nancy lives in the San Francisco Bay area.
	Nicole Goldman assists clients in developing realistic goals and life plans and motivates them to make positive life-altering changes. Her objectives are to inspire, motivate and empower. Nicole received her coach training from the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching. She also received iPEC certification as an Energy Leadership Index Master Practitioner and as an COR.e Dynamics Specialist. In addition to her profession as a coach, she is also a professional artist, graduated from The Glassell School of Art, the teaching institute of the Museum of Fine Arts Houston. She creates abstract paintings for display in local and national galleries. She received training as a fashion designer at the Fashion Academy, and Marketing & Communication at the University of Applied Sciences in The Netherlands. Nicole also has experience in commercial recruiting and store management.
	Nicoletta Pichardo is a Certified Professional Coach trained by iPEC (Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching). She currently has her own coaching company. Nicole has a B.A. in psychology and a Master's degree in Education (concentration in Counseling), both earned at the University of Texas. She is well-traveled, multilingual, and has worked with international cultures and organizations. As a Professional Life Transition Coach, she is driven to help clients step out of stress, overwhelm, and limits by unlocking and unblocking what is holding them back. She has held leadership roles in international organizations and nonprofit boards of directors. A native of Munich, Germany, Nicoletta calls Washington, D.C. her home.
	Noreen Butler was trained as a Professional Coach by the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching. Prior to that Noreen had been a manager in the Financial Services Industry, working as Assistant Vice President for AXA Equitable Corporation and Senior Program Manager for Guardian Life Insurance Company of America. Noreen has had extensive experience managing large technical and business transformation projects and has developed the ability to influence and energize a diverse workforce. In her work she has tried to carry forward the words of Mahatma Gandhi, who said, “We need to be the change we wish to see in the world." Noreen lives in the New York City area. For more information, visit her website at www.noreenbutler.com
	Pam Sheppard is a professionally certified coach with the International Coach Federation and a graduate of Coach University. She has over 25 years of experience working as a Human Resources Manager/Director in the United Kingdom with both private and public sector organizations.  Pam established her coaching business in the UK in 2004 after leaving an executive corporate job, and then successfully transitioned to living and working in the US. Her extensive experience includes working with Fortune 500 companies, small businesses, non-profit and voluntary organizations.  Every role she has undertaken has always included developing, coaching, mentoring, and leading. Pam lives in California’s San Francisco Bay Area. She has a Masters degree in Human Resources from the University of Wolverhampton in England.
	Pasquale Bisecco has a passion for helping individuals learn how to tap into their potential. He graduated from Pace University with a B.A. in Psychology and a M.S. in Counseling. He is a Certified Professional Coach (CPC) with additional certifications as an Energy Leadership Index™ Master Practitioner (ELI-MP) and Myers-Briggs Type Indicator® Practitioner (MBTI). He serves as an Organizational & Leadership development consultant working with leaders at all levels to assist them with accomplishing business goals, increasing employee engagement, and enhancing team effectiveness. As your coach, he will help you gain clarity, create alignment in your decisions, and feel energized and focused to take action. Pasquale is located in New York City.
	Paula Doroff is a director and market leader at BlackRock the world’s largest money management firm where she manages the firm's retail asset management presence in Minnesota. She has 20 years of Financial Services experience from her work as a Vice President at Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley and Ameriprise Financial. She also has global perspective from her work and life experiences in Brazil as well as Italy. Paula obtained her Certified Investment Management Analyst Designation through coursework at the Wharton School of Business. Paula has received her coaching training through the Institute of Professional Excellence in Coaching. Paula’s passion is to help individuals from all backgrounds achieve their goals and dreams while staying true to their values and purpose in life. Paula speaks three languages and, together with her husband and two sons, lives in Edina, Minnesota.
	Poonam Gole is a Career Transition Coach and founder of Ctrl Alt Begin, a coaching company based in New York. Poonam works with individuals who want to find purpose in their work, so they can make a difference while being a happier and healthier version of themselves. She is a Certified Professional Coach with training from the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching. Poonam grew up in India and came to the US in 2011 to pursue her Master’s degree in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology from Georgetown University. Poonam is also a certified Project Manager with more than 8 years of experience in Information Technology, Biotech, Pharmaceuticals, Supply Chain, and Healthcare sectors. She has been through multiple career transitions from scientific research to managing IT systems to Data Analytics to becoming a Life Coach. To learn more about Poonam’s journey and her coaching, check out her LinkedIn profile: www.linkedin.com/in/poonam-gole-ctrlaltbegin.
	Randy Witt graduated with B.S. in Operations and Systems Management from Indiana University. He received his coach training from Coach University. He continues to study and practice all forms of advanced human development technologies and techniques. For more than 20 years Randy was Recruiting Manager at KForce, Inc. Prior to that he worked as a Systems Analyst at United Parcel Service and PNC Bank. Currently Randy is a Professional Coach with Ideal Pro Coaching where he excels at helping people identify and remove limiting beliefs, blocks, and fears that prevent them from breaking through to increasingly higher levels of achievement and satisfaction in their lives. Randy lives in northern New Jersey. For more information, visit his website at www.idealprocoaching.wordpress.com
	Ray Gearld received his coach training from Coach University. He is a Leadership Coach and Management Consultant for the Federal Aviation Administration working on their Leadership Development team within the Flight Standards Service. Ray coaches FAA individuals and teams in leadership development and organizational health, conducts offsite meetings to develop team effectiveness and provides personal and team assessments. Ray received a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Midwestern State University. Ray is based in Fort Worth, Texas. Prior to his Leadership Development assignment, Ray worked for the FAA as Manager of the Internal Investigations and Law Enforcement Assistance Programs and as an Investigator for the FAA and other Federal agencies.
	Rebecca Arnold helps her clients access their root—their talents, skills, strengths, and values— in order to live more purposeful lives. She combines intellectual rigor and curiosity with intuition, creativity, humor, and a fierce belief in her clients’ extraordinary gifts. She completed coach training through the Coaches Training Institute. She has a law degree from Northeastern University and a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Brown University. Her professional experience spans law, policy, government, non-profit organizations, special education advocacy, writing, and the education sector. Rebecca was director of policy at Transforming Education, which partners with school systems to support educators in fostering the development of the whole child. She enjoys walking the beaches of Massachusetts, cooking, photographing nature, and writing children’s stories and essays for adults. You can learn more about her coaching business, Root Coaching & Consulting, by exploring her website: www.rootcoachingconsulting.com
	Renae Whitacre Renae is an accomplished finance professional with over 25 years of experience. She is currently Chief Financial Officer at Builders, Inc., a home improvement company. Previously she was Controller for Kraft Foods and Orthman Manufacturing. She also works at a coaching company, Embrace More, where she strategizes with entrepreneurs to demystify the finances of their business. After being awarded Valedictorian of her high school class, Renae went on to earn a B.S. degree from the University of North Dakota, an MBA from Drake University, and passed her exam to be a Certified Public Accountant. She received her Advanced Training certification from Coach University and is also trained as a Reiki Master. She lives in Kearney, Nebraska.
	Robin Dellolio is Human Resources Manager at Wyanoke Group, a large media and communications company based in Thorofare, New Jersey. She graduated from Gannon University with a B.A. in communications and received her coach training from the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching.
	Robyn Green is president of Primary Solutions, LLC in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She earned her bachelor’s degree at the University of St. Thomas and received her coach training from the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching.
	Rona Florio graduated from Bentley University with a BS in Marketing/Management and pursued a successful corporate career in high-tech sales at Prime Computer, Inc., and Sun Microsystems. In 2011, Rona earned her coaching certification at the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching and has continued her studies in positive psychology and other disciplines since. She has always been intrigued by the question, Why do some people who appear to have it all seem so unhappy while others who appear to struggle seem joyful? She learned that if she changed her thoughts, she observed a change in her physical energy and life energy, which proved to be the launch pad for everything good in her life. She uses her coaching skills to help her clients achieve greater happiness and guides them to use that happiness as the engine to move forward and achieve their goals. To learn more about Rona, please visit her website: www.lifecoachrona.com
	Rowan Hartin is a Certified Counselor in Austin, Texas. She has a bachelor's degree from the University of Texas (Austin) and a master's in Counseling from Texas State University. Among her specialties are Career Counseling and Life Design. Her 10 years of experience as a counselor and a coach have included everything from college/career planning and helping college graduates get launched to supporting medical patients and working with the terminally ill. Rowan seeks to create an extremely open and non-judgmental space where her clients can feel safe discussing all aspects of their lives. Her greatest passion is working with young adults between ages 18-35.  Rowan is a member of the Career Counselors Network and the National Career Development Association.
	Sal Ferraro has a Bachelor's degree from Montclair State University and received Master's and Doctorate degrees from the University of Phoenix (in Management Information Systems and Organizational Leadership). He is working as an Assistant Professor at Montclair University. Sal has had jobs in both large and small manufacturers including work as an analyst and manager of Electronic Data Interchange. Sal Ferraro received his coach training from the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching. He has his own coaching company, Maneuvering Through Life, LLC and is author of a book, Maneuvering Through the Adventure of Life. Sal lives in Rockaway, New Jersey. For more information, check out his website at: www.maneuveringthroughlife.com .
	Sandra Klein was trained at iPEC (Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching) and works as a partner and coach at Thought In Motion. Her expertise lies in helping others to create and tailor their lives by determining and focusing on what they want and to make the choices that get them where they want to be. Previously, Sandy worked in sales and marketing as district business manager at Schwarz Pharma, regional sales director at Inspire, sales executive at Roving Coach International, and Northeast district manager at Muro Pharmaceuticals. Sandy graduated from Northeastern University in Boston with a B.A. in languages. She lives in northern New Jersey.
	Sara B. Woolf earned her Doctorate from LIU Post University, her Master of Arts from New York University, and her Bachelor of Arts from Brown University. She completed her professional coach training through Coach University, is a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) through the International Coach Federation, and is also a certified Mentor Coach. She has extensive consulting, education, and coaching experience, and supports individuals to identify and manifest their personal and professional dreams. She balances her private coaching practice alongside teaching full time at Queens College/CUNY where she is an Assistant Professor in the Graduate Programs in Special Education.
	Sarah Khambatta is the owner of Dreams Transform Reality, a company committed to transforming clients' new and current careers and businesses into an arena of purpose, mastery and meaning. Sarah is a graduate of Accomplishment Coaching, an ICF accredited Leadership and Coaches Training Program and an ICF Member. After graduating with a BA in Theatre from Bard College in New York, Sarah worked in the corporate sector helping leaders such as chairmen, CEOs and presidents shape their businesses. For the next 10 years, Sarah was the General Manager of two large theatre venues in Los Angeles. In 2012, she became a Business Coach. Sarah stands in support of her clients' uncovering and achieving their goals and dreams. She helps her clients move through their blocks into action, becoming true leaders in their own lives. Sarah is located in Los Angeles, California.
	Shalley Peck is a Certified Professional Coach trained by Coach University where she is in their Advanced Coaching program. She has also received Certification in Leadership from the Center for Leadership Studies. Shalley graduated from the University of Oklahoma with a B.S. degree in Chemistry. She started her career in research and then moved into sales at which she has had great success. Shalley is currently Executive District Sales Manager for AstraZeneca, one of the world’s largest pharmaceutical companies. She has worked there for the past 15 years and, in one of her prior positions, was responsible for partnerships with academic institutions and military bases. She is located in Norman, Oklahoma.
	Sharon Kralick is president of Kralick Life Coaching, LLC in Allentown, Pennsylvania. She received her bachelor’s degree from Muhlenberg College and her MSW from Marywood University. She received her coach training from Coach University.
	Sheila Milton is a creative Human Resource leader and a visionary creator of leadership development, learning and diversity programs. She received her coach training from the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching. She also is certified as an Energy Leadership Master Practitioner. Sheila currently serves as Director Cultural Competency & Inclusion at UW Credit Union, a member-oriented financial institution in Madison, Wisconsin. Previously, she was Associate Director of Talent Management at CUNA Mutual Group, a leading insurance, financial services and technology company. Prior to that Sheila was an Associate Director, Human Resources at Kraft Heinz Corporation, one of the world's largest food companies. Sheila earned her Bachelor of Business Administration degree from the University of Wisconsin.
	Steve Borek is an ICF Professional Certified and Board Certified Coach, and a graduate of Coach University. After more than 20 years as a successful sales executive and manager in the IT space, Steve decided to use his expertise in leadership, communications, customer service, and sales to create a global coaching and consulting business.  He is founder and CEO of End Game Business, a business, executive, and career coaching firm. His clients include entrepreneurs, executives, mentor coaches, as well as those in career transition. Steve is a faculty leader at Coach University and a guest blogger for Erickson International. He received a B.S. in accounting and finance from Mercy College and an MBA in international business from Syracuse University. In his spare time Steve likes to hike, scuba dive, golf, and practice yoga. He also has an artsy side having produced eight plays for community theatre. For more information about Steve, please visit his website: steveborekcareercoaching.com.
	Steve Clair is a graduate of Coach University, where he received Core Essential and Advanced Coaching training. He and his wife Margy have been married since 1982 and own a coaching company, Co-Vision Wellness, Inc. Steve is an experienced coaching professional who partners with individuals and small business owners to achieve success through positive sustainable growth. In addition, he and his wife work with couples to explore ways to strengthen and deepen their relationship. Recently, they have become certified educators for the John Gottman "7 Principles for Making Marriage Work" program and together they conduct weekend marriage retreats in the greater Seattle, WA area. Previously, Steve worked in various industries, including oil and gas, nuclear power, mining, and pulp and paper manufacturing. He is also a successful developer of housing and commercial properties. Steve lives in Gig Harbor, Washington. You can visit his website at: www.covisionwellness.com.
	Sue Hall is a Certified Professional Coach trained by Coach University. Currently, Sue works as Senior Business Coach for Edward Jones, one of the largest investment firms in the United States. Sue has over 30 years of experience as a financial professional. Her role is to coach new Financial Advisors all across the country from start to 36 months and to coach veteran staff on request. She is based in the St. Louis, Missouri office. Sue is also a licensed Financial Advisor and is a member of her team's committee for Associate and Leadership Development.
	Susan Gross is a Certified Professional Coach, trained by the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching. Susan earned three degrees at the University of Maryland — Bachelor's degree (Business), Master's degree (Human Resource Management) and MBA degree. She currently is a Lead Resource Manager at Deloitte, the largest professional services network in the world by number of professionals, where she manages around 300 people. The core focus of her role is helping Deloitte employees find a new project within the company once their current project ends; so she does a lot of coaching, career strategy, and resume review. She is also on the Career Transition Team as a Career Coach, where she works with people who were let go from the firm. Susan is in the Washington, DC area.
	Susan Hay is a Founder and Managing Partner at LaunchingU, where she works with college students and new college graduates helping them launch their careers with power and focus. This work integrates her background as a therapist and over 18 years in key human resource leadership roles in Fortune 500 companies in the industrial manufacturing, energy, and financial services industries and in executive search. Susan is also a Managing Partner at Haywood Search, a retained executive search firm. Previously, Susan was a partner with Strategies, Inc., an organizational development and training consulting firm. Before that she worked as a therapist in residential treatment programs for adolescents, and had a private practice in New York City. Susan has a BS from Lycoming College and an MS from the New School for Social Research. For more information, visit her website www.launchingu.com
	Tenley Hardin is a Certified Professional Life Coach, specializing in Intuition and Life Purpose coaching. She was trained by the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching and has completed the additional program to become an Energy Leadership Index Master Practitioner. Tenley empowers clients to listen to their intuition, so that they may discover their true purpose and calling. Previously, Tenley taught high school and college English for eight years, and she has counseled high school and college students. She earned her B.A. from the University of Michigan and received a Masters in Education from Belmont University. Tenley moved to Los Angeles, California in 2011, where she opened Limitless Heart Life Coaching, LLC, so she could inspire and empower people to live with passion and purpose. For more information, visit her website at www.limitlessheart.com.
	Thomas Fitch received his bachelor’s degree from Fairfield University and his coach training from the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching. He has more than 20 years of experience in banking and finance. Tom is the author of Career Opportunities in Banking, Finance and Insurance and Career Opportunities in Real Estate. He lives in Stratford, Connecticut.
	Valerie Dorn is a Certified Professional Coach and founder and owner of Find Fulfillment Coaching. She received a B.S. in psychology from the University of Wisconsin, master's degrees in school and professional counseling from the University of Delaware and the University of Pennsylvania, and her Certified Professional Coach training at iPEC (Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching). With a background in education, counseling, and advising, Valerie, who is also a yoga and meditation teacher, has helped thousands of people achieve their academic, career, and personal goals through her work in higher education and healthcare. To learn more about Valerie, visit her website at: www.valerie-dorn.com.
	Vanessa Blacknall-Jamison received her Associate Coaching Certification from the International Coach Federation. She earned a B.A. from the University of Southern California and her MBA. from the University of Phoenix. Vanessa has more than 41 years of professional aviation experience, 28 of those as a manager and supervisor. Currently Vanessa is a Change Management Advisor and Leadership Coach (ACC) for the Federal Aviation Administration. Her duties include Change Management initiatives for senior leadership, advising on national projects, and one-on-one and team coaching for executives, middle managers, and frontline managers. Vanessa joined the FAA in 2009 as an Aviation Safety Inspector with oversight responsibilities for American Airlines and American Eagle Airlines. Vanessa currently serves as the first non-pilot Chairman for the Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals Board of Directors and is President of the Board of Her Many Voices, a humanitarian organization. Vanessa previously volunteered as a Court-Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) for vulnerable children.
	Wendy Ellin is a Workplace Productivity Strategist and author of the book “Enough is Enough, Get Control of Your Stuff.” Her 20-plus years in corporate business, sales and entrepreneurship give her a broad perspective on what it takes to work smart, not hard, in business and in life. This passion inspired her to develop systems to increase workplace productivity and ultimately deliver a renewed sense of peace of mind. Wendy believes that no matter how you are “wired,” if you want it badly enough, and you’re willing to take the necessary action, she can help you close the gap between where you are and where you want to be in your business … and your life. And what that can look like is … total control of your life and a sense of confidence and pride in what you do.