Amanda Michelle Echevarria

Inspiration:

I have been with WBECS since day one. My inspiration to accept their kind invitation to become a Coach Host is having the honor of being a liaison between my colleagues and the presenters. It gives me with joy to be present in the 10th!

Milestones:

- During this strange 2020, as I have been deeply passionate throughout my full career about wellbeing in the workplace, I chose to aid first responders, admins in hospitals, teachers, people first diagnosed with cancer and their caregivers, as well as cancer survivors . As of the launch of this summit, the gifting of 460+ hours has reached more than 10,000 attendants to “Your Safe Space” in Latin America and, totaling 27 countries globally. Thanks to the technical knowledge I have gained as an IM Facilitator and Coach Host I implemented a full migration of a face to face group therapy practice for eating disorders patients to become fully digital. I also ran technical trainings for the elderly and non tech savvy to be able to keep attending this wellbeing center. This has made my 2020 not so strange.

- Being selected amongst 7000 applicants to become a full recipient of a 36-month Fulbright scholarship by the United States Congress.

- Putting together a corporate program that benefited all the Latin American Region and drastically altered the Fortune 500 multinational culture to where employees were able to improve their well-being at work.

Fun Facts:

- I love skydiving

- I am a melomaniac

David Taylor-Klaus

Inspiration:

I fell in love with WBECS when I attended the inaugural year and so of course I jumped at the opportunity to serve as an Implementation Mastery Session Facilitator the moment they were offered. I felt that serving as a Coach Host was another way in which I could serve WBECS and the global coaching community.

Milestones:

- After launching my practice in December 2009, I exceeded the six-figure revenue mark inside 10 months and the six figure income mark within 18 months. As of 2018, my practice serves a client base of entrepreneurs, senior leaders, and the teams they lead on four continents and spanning 15 time zones.

- Much of what I share in my newest book, Mindset Mondays with DTK: 52 Ways to REWIRE Your Thinking and Transform Your Life, came from learning I gleaned through a decade of WBECS presentations, IM Sessions, and connection to this global community.

- As a mentor coach for both the International Coach Federation and the Co-Active Training Institute, I have mentored & coached almost 100 coaches through their certification and practice launch journey.

Fun facts:

- I earned a Gold Medal in rowing in the Georgia State Games (4-man mixed, masters division).

- I am a consummate collector of quotations and adore acronyms and alliteration.

Kristin Lawrence

Inspiration:

Being a Coach Host is a great way to connect a little deeper with WBECS and its amazing community. I also enjoy the behind the scenes conversations with the team.

Milestones:

- Connecting my education with various experiences and personal interests into Coaching has made my job very rewarding. 

- Coordinating a Juvenile Diversion program where we helped significantly lower recidivism rates.

- Earning a Masters of Dispute Resolution & Conflict Management from SMU in Dallas, TX.

Fun Facts:

- After getting married right out of college, we moved to Japan to teach English. 

- As a kid, I worked 2 U.S. Senior Open Golf tournaments, serving breakfast to Chi-Chi Rodriguez, Jack Nicklaus & Arnold Palmer.

Lissa Qualls

Inspiration:

I have been an Implementation mastermind Facilitator for the last three years and have fallen in love with WBECS.  I felt this was another way in which I could serve WBECS and the global coaching community.

Milestones:

- 2005 began coaching clients globally.

- 2010 opened my own practice.

- Currently serve as the President for ICF Arkansas Oklahoma Chapter

Fun Facts:

- I have 2 passports that are full and working on a third.

- I love to scuba dive.

Lucy Shenouda

Inspiration:

Milestones:

- Progressive 25-year corporate career as a marketing and branding specialist, while living and working across three continents.

- Reached 10th year as a professional coach built on a solid foundation of continuous L&D through diverse coach and facilitation training programs

Fun Facts:

- As a teen, Lucy loved collecting perfume bottles and agate stones, found in Canada, US and Egypt!

Norma Hollis

Inspiration:

I was drawn to the opportunity to interact with phenomenal coaches. Being a Coach Host has expanded my understanding of the industry and what is possible. I had no idea I would learn so much. I love the experience!

Milestones:

- Creating a phenomenal coaching program focused on authenticity and self-awareness and certifying speakers and coaches to share it.

- Being selected to share my program as part of the 2020-21 WBECS Coach Showcase program on March 17, 2021.

- Hosting a WBECS panel to help the coaching community understand Unconscious Bias and create new perspectives as coaches.

Fun Facts:

- I am an avid bid whist (cards) player and have won a few tournaments.

- One of my hobbies is rug latch hooking. I have several large 6' x 8' rugs that I hang on walls and use in my presentations.

Abdallah Yakoub

Inspiration:

Since WBECS is coach-created, I wanted to play an effective role in facilitating sessions with my fellow coaches in both Arabic and English as part of WBECS family.

Milestones:

- Business Life: In the last 15 years, I had the opportunity to build a diversified experience in both national and international levels; I started my career as first line employee in 2006, headed to be Business Development Officer in 2020 to present. I have an exceptional success record in multiple business disciplines (Sales, Marketing, Management, Training, Coaching, and Talent & Organizational Development) at Mega Multinational Companies.

- Learning and Development: I'm a Pharmacist by Education, holding MBA in Global Marketing. I'm also Master Certified Soft Skills & Sales Trainer, Professional Business & Life Coach, Professional member at ATD and I do thinking skills training as well.

- Community: Founder and Director of SAFIR for Talent & Organizational Development which is the self-development project for the pharmacists under umbrella of Association of Applying and Developing Pharmacy (AADP) - Non-Profit Organization in Egypt since 2012 to present (We do better pharmacy practice through developing the pharmacists)

Fun facts:

- My nickname is SAFIR which means in Arabic "An Ambassador", In English SAFIR stands for "Self-awareness For Impressive Results" which is express my authentic-self.

- In terms of personal hobbies: I'm a world traveler and I like to call myself a global citizen; I was lucky to visit more than 22 countries in 4 different continents (Africa, Asia, Europe, and North America). I love, Networking, Reading, and playing Ping Pong (Table Tennis)

Amy Dynda

Inspiration:

Engage, serve, and grow through, and with, this amazing coach community.

Milestones:

- Became an ICF-certified coach and started a consulting & coaching company

- Successfully led large, global IT startup programs

- Appointed Executive Director of the PA Board of Law Examiners (first female and youngest)

Fun Facts:

- I'm an advocate, foster, fundraiser, and volunteer for dog rescues

- My artistic side enjoys photography, poetry and candle making

Amy Jackson

Inspiration:

I wanted to expand my thinking as a coach in these complex times and to have deeper conversations with my coaching peers. Applying to use my facilitation skills as a WBECS Facilitator ensures I keep the commitment to consistently show up and be a part of those rich and rewarding conversations!

Milestones:

- Running my own coaching business, Nurturing Confidence, for 19 years!

- Designing and delivering a culture-changing, coach-approach, leadership development program for mid-level leaders in Queensland Government.

- Collaborating with colleagues to design and embed a leadership, development and innovation program for students at all levels at my local university.

Fun Facts:

- I worked in 32 different jobs before I started my own business!

- I love starting my days riding my blue bike along Moreton Bay.

Andrew Wynne

Inspiration:

Andrew really wants to help facilitate great conversations, helping to deepen the understanding and impact of the content and experience WBECS provides for the coaching community.

In an attempt to steer his career in the direction of his true passions, Andrew transitioned from engineering, to IT, to consulting and finally, to executive coaching. Having founded and successfully sold 3 businesses in diverse industries, he went on to establish himself as a successful executive coach in a competitive international market, working with one of Australia's preeminent coaching and mentoring practices.

In his spare time, Andrew is an enthusiastic cook. He appreciates pairing great food with wines from far-away countries. He has learned that a smile or a laugh can change the mood in an instant. He loves to use humor or a quick quip to brighten a room.

Milestones:

- Transitioned my career from engineering, to IT, to consulting and finally executive coaching.

- Founded and successfully sold three businesses in diverse industries

- Established myself as a successful Executive Coach in a competitive international market, with one of Australia's preeminent coaching and mentoring practice.

Fun Facts:

- I'm an enthusiastic cook, who loves to surprise guests with some great cooking, blended with paired wines from far away countries.

- I've learnt that a smile or a laugh can change the mood in an instant, so love to use humor or a quick quip to brighten a room.

Anne Auburn

Inspiration:

To learn and support the learning of others to enhance the professionalism of coaches around the world.

Milestones:

• CTI certification in 2000
• Coaching roster for UNICEF
• PCC certification with ICF

Fun Facts:

• I have traveled in 40 countries and lived on 4 continents 
• Ran a live-aboard scuba diving ship in the South Pacific for 5 years

Anne Archer

Inspiration:

I love learning and sharing ideas/ knowledge with fellow coaches internationally. It's such a cool experience and so rich.

Milestones:

- Published author

- Run own coaching business for 10+ years

- Living well and living my values

Fun facts:

- I love keeping chickens except when fox gets them.

- I've always worked internationally and enjoy the diversity and similarity.

- My favourite work city was Moscow - The whole experience was awesome. The most unusual was Astana in Kazakhstan which was like a business park in the middle of the desert.

Annie Kindts

Inspiration:

To connect with coaches around the world - facilitate collective learning by sharing our unique experiences and viewpoints.

Milestones:

1. As a corporate executive, working and living on 4 continents
2. Setting up a successful coaching practice as a second career
3. My first executive client acknowledging the (unexpected and profound) impact of our work together

Fun Facts:

1. I can't distinguish left from right and January from August (seriously)
2. I have come down the 4th highest waterslide in the world (free-fall body slide at 135ft/42m)

Barb Girson

Inspiration:

Barb appreciates and values what WBECS has to offer coaches. Becoming a facilitator, she feels it is her opportunity to give back to the community and connect with other coaches around the world. She also wishes to elevate her facilitation skills, and is excited to learn from program participants as well as her fellow facilitators - she particularly admires Chris Alexander, who runs the WBECS program.

Barb has owned her own coaching, training, speaking and facilitation business since 2008. She is ICF accredited and certified in Conversational Intelligence®, and loves nothing more than to help others grow - either through her work or by devoting her time to causes she cares about; namely women’s empowerment, entrepreneurship and leadership development.

In her spare time, Barb loves to travel, experiencing different cultures and people. She is also a lover of good food and enjoys cooking.

Milestones:

- Owning my coaching, training, speaking and facilitation business since 2008

- Becoming an ICF credentialed Coach

- Becoming Certified in Conversational Intelligence (R)

Fun facts:

- I love to travel and experience different countries, culture and people.

- My heart sings when I can help other grow either through my work or by devoting my time to causes that I care about (i.e. women's empowerment, entrepreneurship, leadership development)

- Love to cook (and eat good food)

Carolyn Hamilton-Kuby

Inspiration:

WBECS is a world-class organization that is aligned with my passion for building community -- I love being involved in professional development for coaches as well as leaders!

Milestones:

- Being chosen as a Speaker for the 2020 WBECS Coach Showcase

- Participating as a member of the fabulous WBECS Coach Team and named a 2018 WBECS Top Facilitator of Implementation Mastery and Round Table Sessions

- Delivering and facilitating my 9-part 'Mindfulness & Coaching', as a WBECS Round Table Facilitator (WBECS Full Summit 2018/2019)

- Being acknowledged as a Thought Leader on Coaching Competencies as a result of blogs/articles published by the International Coach Federation (ICF), as of 2017

- Attaining coaching credentials of Certified Executive Coach (2009) and Professional Certified Coach (2012)

- Celebrating close to 2 decades of business as CEO and Owner of Morningstar Centre For Engagement (established in 2002)

Fun Facts:

- I love to sing and dance -- and have lots of fun bringing a performing arts element to coaching and presenting!

- Aligned with a motto passed on by my mom -- "Life is for Living!" -- I live life to the fullest!

Carrie Doubts

Inspiration:

Carrie labels herself as a coaching nerd/geek. She loves conversations about coaching and is always excited about the opportunity to facilitate these kinds of discussions.

Milestones:

- Being a member of the WBECS Coach Team and named a WBECS Top Facilitator of Implementation Mastery and Round Table Sessions in 2019

- Earning my Professional Certified Coach (PCC) from ICF

- Certification as a Grief Counselor from the American Academy of Grief Counselors

Fun Facts:

- She lived in South Africa and Israel in her 20's

- She played professionally in a symphony orchestra for 20 years

Christina Unrein

Inspiration:

To be a part of interesting and fun conversations and to connect with coaches more deeply.

Milestones:

- Only working with clients and collaborators who are fun and interesting

- Only working on projects that are fun and interesting

- Flexibility

Fun Facts:

- I see life as a game that is won by being authentic and curious

- I love playing with my nieces and nephews

Cindy Hogg

Inspiration:

My whole approach to life is through a "Global Lens/Perspective."

One of my personal core values is "connection."  I value connecting with others from around the world in a coaching platform that allows me to FEEL connected and support inclusion within the whole Global Human Family - as one united together, learning together, finding ways of encouraging and supporting each other.

Milestones:

Since starting my Coaching Career in 2013 my three exciting milestones are:

* Becoming an International Coaching Federation - Credentialed Coach - ACC in Jan 2015 and PCC in Jan 2018.

* Becoming a Co-Founder and Partner with "Moving The Human Spirit" - A Professional Coaching and Consulting Company in 2014 and signing our first long-term coaching contract for coaching Canadian Veterans and First Responders in January 2015 which continues until the present. www.movingthehumanspirit.com  https://woundedwarriors.ca/our-programs/couples-overcoming-ptsd-everyday/

* Creating, designing, and delivering - T.I.C.C. - Trauma-Informed Coaching Certification Training to become the "first in the world" ICF accredited Trauma-Informed Coaching Course. We successfully launched this on-line amid the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic in June 2020 and it is currently being delivered around the world.  www.traumainformedcoaching.com

Fun Facts:

* I am a Performance Race Track Car Driver with a Certificate of Completion at Level 2 for on-track car racing for fun with various makes/models of cars.  

*I am an animal "whisper" and someone who has experience living with minimal amenities, without running water, without in-door plumbing, without electricity, and someone who can easily connect and live within various cultures around the world.

Colin Symington-Bailey

Inspiration:

I've always believed in "paying it forward"... Attending WBECS has changed my life, and I wanted to play a part in ensuring that WBECS can continue to enrich and enhance the lives of others.

Milestones:

- Invited to contribute as a thought-leader to Winspiration Day, 2018

- Amazon No.1 Best-selling Author, and a featured author in OneTribe Magazine, Corporate LiveWire Magazine, CV Magazine and Thrive Global

- Awarded "UK's Most Outstanding Life Coach, 2019" in CV Magazine's Corporate Excellence Awards

Fun Facts:

- I have met Nelson Mandela, and cooked him breakfast

- I have "babysat" a dolphin, and hand-washed a baby elephant

Daphna Gale

Inspiration:

I love WBECS - the learning has been phenomenal over the years!  Joining the WBECS team was an opportunity to take my learning to a deeper level, and co-create with some of the best coaches in the world!

Milestones:

- Coached more than 200 individuals through job loss and onto their next life/career step.

- Coached a client and his team to achieving alignment, engagement and results - doubling their sales in one year.

- Five years as a solopreneur and still going!

Fun Facts:

- As a child, I was on a TV game show - and won!

- I bake gluten-free goodies that leave people asking "Is this really gluten-free?!"

Denice Hinden

Inspiration:

I aspire to connect with the global community of coaches to continuously expand and contribute my perspective about coaching and hone my coaching and on-line facilitation skills.

Milestones:

- I helped raise $2+ million and guided the design and development of two emergency shelters in Southern Florida for runaway and homeless youth.

- I guided a national coalition of seven health education organizations to a breakthrough on long-time policy impasse to open new doors for their profession.

- So far, I have coached five senior nonprofit organization leaders who have become successful nonprofit organization CEOs.

Fun Facts:

- I free-hand design and create bead embroidery jewelry. 

- I have an extensive frog collection. My biggest one so far is Don Juan, who stands 3-feet tall and holds a bouquet of purple flowers. He's strategically placed by our front door to welcome us home, and bring us good karma for good health and wealth in all its forms.

Diana NDücker

Inspiration:

Because I enjoy sharing different thoughts, as well as learning from all Coaches

Milestones:

1. Working and be passionate about what I do
2. Reinforcing my strengths constantly
3. Always discovering

Fun Facts:

1. Love doing puzzles... but haven't finished my favorite Harry Potter
2. I officially declare my day ready once I have my delicious cup of coffee

Elizabeth-Anne Stewart

Inspiration:

I love the rich exchange of ideas, cultural perspectives, and creative energy that surface in global conversations with other coaches; having the opportunity to facilitate such conversations is a real privilege.

Milestones:

*Serving on faculty at The Institute for Life Coach Training (ILCT) since 2013

*Adapting my process of Imagery Guidance for use in Life Coaching contexts

*Serving as a mentor coach to those seeking ICF credentialing (or credential renewal) or who want to hone their coaching skills.

Fun Facts:

* I was the first woman in 400 years to earn a PhD in Theology from the University of Malta

* My passion is dancing Argentine Tango

Emma Noguchi

Inspiration:

It's an incredible opportunity to connect with like-minded coaches around the world and discuss thought-provoking or inspiring topics to help ourselves, our profession, and our clients.

Milestones:

-I've reinvented my career multiple times in 4 various countries, always successfully

-I became masterful in sales in 6 months without having sold anything before

-I am making a lot of mistakes every day in my business life and learning from them accelerate my development much faster than ever

Fun Facts:

-I love meditating in silence and not talk, sometimes for days (when I can), I much prefer silence than words, especially when I coach...I don't see much point of talking

-I am a movie buff, I love good, quality movies that provoke my mind and create inspiring conversations with people I see them with

Ewa Polak

Inspiration:

I've been attending pre-summit for many years now, and the image of the WBECS, its multicultural team, amazing coaching community and inspiring environment, all of this and more are the factors which convince me that this is great company for which I would like to work and become the WBECS family.

Milestones:

1. Earning ACC ICF credential in 2014
2. Decision of moving to Guatemala and challange myself to work in a very different culture and environment as a coach and trainer.
3. starting a journey towards PCC, where I'm practicing and learning every day and working with my mentors to reach deeper and more professional level of my coaching.

Fun Facts:

1. I did parachute jump when I was in my mid 20s, and that time I wanted to become a professional parachute jumper (finally never happened).
2. After my 3 months of solo backpacking through Central America in 2013, I came back home and in 2 weeks I've decided to move to Antigua Guatemala  for a year. I totally followed my heart and my intuition, (it was supposed to be only for one year and it's been 6 years..)

Fiona Fraser

Inspiration:

I was involved in 2016 and loved the experience of sharing and learning together with the Global community.

Milestones:

. Speech Pathologist specialist in Adult Neurology.

. President of ICF Chile.

. Working with coachees from more than 15 countries at the same time.

Fun Facts:

. I came to Chile to work on a social project for 3 years and am still here 25years later.

. I walked the Inca Trail, to Machu Picchu during the rainy season.

Gemma Bernabé

Inspiration:

Having experienced WBECS Pre-Summit and deciding to join the Full Summit I was thrilled by the International Community of leaders & coaches. Committed to inspiring others to attain personal and professional growth and as a strong believer in the power of connecting to establish deeper and more lasting bonds, becoming an IM Facilitator was the perfect fit to thrive on collaboration.

Milestones:

- Being a qualified English teacher, I launched my career in the education field.

- Over 15 years experience, managing diverse international projects, cross-functional and multicultural teams. From the world´s leading travel retailer, to joining a multinational new vehicle Launch Program Team working for Ford & Mazda to switching to the world´s largest container shipping company working for Maersk Line and Safmarine.

- Leading my career as freelance (through training, facilitating & coaching) I empower frontline and emerging leaders to thrive across borders in a complex world, enabling the mindset & skillset needed to gain more influence and impact.

Fun facts:

- I enjoy rebounding on a mini-trampoline!

- I love 2 mantras I adopted many years ago:

"The best way to find oneself, is to lose yourself in the service of others" Mahatma Gandhi
"There are no traffic jams on the extra mile"

Gwen Mitchell

Inspiration:

To serve as a beacon of possibility, empowerment, clarity, and forward movement as WBECS aims to provide the world’s best training & resources to professional coaches so they can positivity impact lives to change the world.

Milestones:

- President of The Institute of Supply Chain Management – Houston Chapter (2019-2020).

- Certified Conversation Intelligence® Coach which fueled my passion to Coaching.

- Founder and President of Transformational Consulting Firm that has served customers for 20+ years.

Fun facts:

- I grew up in a family bakery which taught me that life is full of opportunities to create new recipes.

- I love sunrises and sunsets and look forward to enjoying them on each of the 7 continents.

Inga Bielinska

Inspiration:

I was a participant and I saw a significant value in IM and Round Table sessions due to their content, knowledge exchange, and networking. I met great coaches from all over the world who I keep in touch with regularly. A few of them are facilitators, so when the opportunity arose they recommended me to become part of WBECS. Being a part of the WBECS initiative makes me a part of cutting-edge coaching development.

Milestones:

- I wrote two books for leaders in Polish, both of them recognized in my home country, recommended by professionals and nominated to awards.

- in August 2018 (in my early forties) I moved to the US from Poland and I basically started from scratch building my own coaching business; I am grateful for my own courage and my husband's support here.

- prior to my relocation to the US I was a vice president of ICF Chapter Poland for two terms;

Fun Facts:

- in the US for the first time I combined my two passions: running and coaching and I have been a coach for Girls on the Run Silicon Valley - the initiative that empowers girls through running.

- I am a ferocious reader and I read more than 60 books a year

Irene G. Ricotta

Inspiration:

Since I participate in my first Full Summit, I was amazed by the calibre of the Presenters and the level of the other participant. So I told myself: "I want more." And being a Facilitator is a very powerful way to keep learning from everything, Sessions, Participant and then I found an incredible "dream team" with who co-create wonderful relationship, and an incredibly empowering and inspiring environment. We are a magnificent global community!

Milestones:

- I am growing my coaching practice.

- Knowing personally presenters with who improve my personal growth. 

- I have a wonderful reputation and this was unexpected.

Fun Facts:

- When I am really stressed, I share with my sister and we start kidding and teasing on everything until we laugh loudly and can't stop.

- Before and after my coaching sessions I dance like a drunk woman.

Javier Llerena

Inspiration:

I love facilitating conversations with groups that lead to a learning environment and wisdom sharing.

Milestones:

- Author

- Transitioning from Corporate to a full-time coaching/facilitating practice

- Creating a community for the purpose of creating social impact.

Fun facts:

- I started my own non-profit ministry

- I am deeply in love with Wired Hair Dachshunds

Jennifer Gerves-Keen

Inspiration:

The opportunity to interact with coaches all over the world.

Milestones:

- Publishing my first book, Show Up Like A Coach

- Becoming a Master Corporate Executive Coach

- Winning an ICF Prism Award with a great client

Fun facts:

- I have gone back to rowing after a 30-year gap and am absolutely loving it.

- I moved to Paris, France when I was 24 not speaking the language, with no job and no place to live - and ended up staying 12 years!

Jill Schmidt

Inspiration:

I have a tremendous passion for learning from such brilliant thought leaders on coaching related topics. WBECS offers an incredible platform to gain exceptional knowledge in such an interactive and engaging way. Facilitating sessions is a great love of mine. Each session is unique in topic and participants and introduces new and exciting conversations. It allows me the opportunity to participate at a much deeper level and to contribute to others learning in a meaningful and purposeful way and at the same time to connect with others from around the world. Partnering with others on deepening their learning on meaningful content is a passion of mine.

Milestones:

- Being recognized for the creation and widespread implementation of a diversified delivery system of preventive and clinical health education to the population at large.

- Guest presenting at medical schools on emerging trends on the physician’s role in patient care to more of a coach approach.

- Pursuing my second career/dream of partnering with organizations on creating psychologically safe environments.

Fun facts:

- I am a big believer in ‘you are what you are eat’ and to that end I follow quite a stringent nutritional diet. I am gluten free, vegetarian, caffeine free, sweetener free and eat mostly only organic food.

- Although I have an extreme fear of heights, I still very much enjoy parasailing.

Joan van den Brink

Inspiration:

I wanted to fulfill a more active role in achieving the WBECS mission.

Milestones:

- Launching a career in business rather than as a scientist.

- Establishing myself as a freelance consultant.

- Achieving my advanced practitioner's diploma in executive coaching.

Fun Facts:

- I enjoy and am a competent off-road driver. 

- I make a mean profiterole.

Joanna Meyer

Inspiration:

WBECS is the best address for growth and joy in one place.

Milestones:

1. Becoming mother
2. Founding my advisory company
3. Living and working wholeheartedly

Fun Facts:

1. I usually start business meetings with the question: "where is your heart right now?"
2. If necessary, I could offer fluent swearing in 5 languages.

John Mocko

Inspiration:

I have enjoyed WBECS Summit for five years now.  I wanted to be a facilitator as a means by which I could give back to WBECS in gratefulness for what it has given me

Milestones:

1. Began coaching in 2004
2. Earned an ACC with ICF in 2014
3. Earned a PCC in 2019

Fun Facts:

1. I ran a marathon with my son a year after I had knee surgery
2. I used to fly gliders in Colorado and New York

Juanita Rowley

Inspiration:

WBECS brings together the best in our coaching world and provides a forum where we can all learn from each other and better our own coaching practices which in turn touches, enhances, and improves so many lives. I wanted to be a part of that!

Milestones:

-Becoming an ICF PCC Coach!

-Joining the WBECS Team and building the relationships with other coaches!

-The continued journey that delves deep into my own understanding so as to improve my ability to be an effective, life changing coach for others.

Fun facts:

- I earned a Gold Medal in rowing in the Georgia State Games (4-man mixed, masters division).

- I am a consummate collector of quotations and adore acronyms and alliteration.

Judit Ábri von Bartheld

Inspiration:

I love listening to the webinars and I thought it would be interesting to discuss it with peers. As a coach it is part of my being to be interested in what others think and it is definitely professionally very useful to learn how others use, implement what we learn on WBECS. To tell the truth, I am more focused on the WBECS session if I facilitate afterwards, my learning is more intensive.

Milestones:

- I am ICF MCC coach and in the same year (2017) received my Master in Professional Practice in Coaching from Middlesex University, London, UK.

- I am an assessor and tutor at Reading University (UK) Henley Business School Coaching Centre

- I was on the cover and featured by the global Coaching at Work professional coaching magazine as the Hungarian coach who has built an outstanding coaching practice in her country and also presented my LAZY coaching model in detail.

Fun Facts:

- I love dogs and take in rescued shelter dogs. Even now I have 4 dogs at my home.

- I relax by being out in nature and going for long walks with my dogs.

Ken Kessler

Inspiration:

To engage in relationships with fellow coaches and invest in positive learning experiences.

Milestones:

- Earned a professional doctorate degree in 1995 

- Earned PCC from the International Coach Federation in 2017 

- Created Empower Coaching Network for a non-profit organization in 2015

Fun Facts:

- I was born in South Louisiana.

- I hit a hole in one in golf a few years ago.

Khaled Hamed

Inspiration:

I love WBECS so much! really I feel happy! and also WBECS supported me in the right way as a coach! and I am so happy to become a pro coach at WBECS!

and also It is my pleasure to support WBECS Facilitator multilingual and also it is my pleasure to be Coach Host! and also to support for coaching to all coaches around the world!

the reason to do that because WBECS is one of the global organizations to support coaching and coaches around the world! and also it is a good chance for me to get experience in coaching to be able to support coaching around the world by WBECS!

Milestones:

1- challenge
2- energy
3- creative

Fun Facts:

- I am a musician since many years ago and I can be able to play all kind of musical instruments, and also I can be able to teach music in multilingual to all Ages around the world  in a short time,

- I did successful coaching by  FOCUS on Music activities with my students to change life to the right way and full happy!

- I would like to do that with all coaches around the world, update my coaching,

{using coaching by FOCUS on Music activities} and I am sure {WBECS}  can support it!

Len Rothman

Inspiration:

In a conversation with Ben Croft several years ago, I "got" the mission. When I then went through a Summit, the "pull" came because of what I was learning, the quality of the presenters AND the quality of the facilitators!  It was my opportunity to be part of something bigger than me AND give back, as a saw the facilitators were doing. In addition to facilitating exceeding my expectations, WBECS has grown the roles and expectations of the facilitators, allowing for a greater contribution to WBECS and the coaching community. Being part of the worldwide coaching community is significant and thrilling!

Milestones:

- The coaching I do is usually termed executive coaching having had a career as an executive leader/manager in for-profit companies.  My first milestone while coaching executives was my transformation in coaching from the mindset of an executive leader/manager to a coach who coaches executives.  A significant portion of my first years of coaching included coaching men and women making the same career transition: corporate leader to executive coach.

- The second milestone was the embodiment of the learning/training for executive coaching finishing as a Master Certified Executive Coach.  While I knew my passion, experience and skill set was coaching senior level leaders in both for-profit and non-profit organizations, having a credential mattered to me because it mattered when I was a senior leader looking for expert support.

- My third milestone came as a result of an experience I had as an executive leader.  An experience I had while working and leading moved me into flow, into the zone, as a leader.  The outcome was a great success for me, my team and our customers, and happiness for me. Soon after creating a process to coach leaders to flow, and while being a facilitator with WBECS, I “discovered” Judith Glaser and Conversational Intelligence® (C-IQ).  The C-IQ body of work is a “perfect fit” for both my work with flow and executive leaders. The embodiment of Conversational Intelligence® permeates all that I do personally and professionally.

Fun Facts:

- I’ve run 43 consecutive annual 10K Peachtree Road races in Atlanta, GA run on July 4.  It is now the largest 10K in the world with over 60,000 runners.

- My work with flow which started as a gymnast at Georgia Tech has lead me into a global network of wonderfully interesting men and women.

- At 8th grade graduation, I was awarded best baseball player.

Lena Ski

Inspiration:

I have a passion for deep learning curves and I was drawn to being part of a narrative that has the ability to hold, shape, co-create, and allow meaningful conversations that have the potential to hold and drive the #futureofwork.

Milestones:

- Leading by example is incredibly important to me. I have a desire to be in Integrity with what I do. And talking about things isn't always enough. When I was an Assistant Coach Trainer guiding students do that one next bold step to get themselves out there: I decided to join them in the challenge and publish my own eBook.

- Co-writing and Producing a TrueLife Dance Drama that travelled South Africa, still remains one of those defining moments in my career. In fact, it was the first time that everything connected for me. And I realised just how deep my work actually goes. It was more just another inspirational show. It became a medium for healing trauma, a personal growth quest, and communications training workspace between the cast, crew and even the audience.

- Being in the core design team of the Wellbeing Economy Festival 2017 struck me to my core. It took leading by example, embodying my values and my humanity to a whole new level. That event become the catalyst and launchpad for a global Alliance that's reshaping the Economy, Education, Governance and Sustainability narratives. I'm still in awe.

Fun Facts:

- Over the years, I’ve worked with Artists, Musicians, Actors, Creatives, Marketers, Media-maniacs, Eventeers, Authors, Coaches, Lifestyle creators, and Spiritualists. Now I work with Purpose.

- Every now and then I'm told that a short movie I wrote, produced, and directed still gets airplay. Sometimes, it feels like a past life - and I have to pinch myself to remember.

Leticia Gomez

Inspiration:

To engage in a conversation with people from around the world and know their approach in the themes treated in WBECS.

Milestones:

- Created and directed the International Congress of Entrepreneur Growth "Congreso SUMAR".

- To be one of the founder and Director of the association Más Mujeres de Poder, a group that empowers business women by te inspiration of other women.

- Having accompany for more than 10 years great business persons to open their possibilities to create a great future.

Fun facts:

- If I have to choose, I prefer coffee instead of wine.

- I'm a very loyal friend, always ready to listen.

Lisa Chenofsky Singer

Inspiration:

My energy is heightened when meeting people and engaging in sharing and learning from one another. As a WBECS facilitator, I work to sustain this incredible learning community of diverse and vibrant cross-cultural professionals. This way, I serve WBECS and the global coaching community. I am passionate about executive, leadership, team and career coaching and how it relates to the #futureofwork.

Milestones:

Learning how to have it all – a family and a satisfying career led me to examine my career as a human resources leader and shift to add executive, team and career journey coaching and leadership development.

- Founded my consulting and coaching business in 1995. Services include: executive, leadership, team & career coaching, speaking, training, learning & development program development, human resources & communications advising

- Earned my Masters in Organizational Communications

- Became an Adjunct Professor and Capstone Advisor

- Achieved ICF-PCC credential

Fun Facts:

- I love to host friends and family with great food (love to cook) and good wines (or beers)!

- I am spontaneous and can break into a dance party at any time!

- I love meeting people, sharing a smile and a laugh, and witnessing "aha" moments!

Lynn Saboe

Inspiration:

When I do group facilitating, I hear how much it has benefited people to share their personal takeaways and stories.  I have heard how new coaches have loved being part of these groups and have applied what they heard to expand their thinking, help their new coaching practices, and network further with other group participants.  That is a huge motivator for me to help other people succeed, and with the powerhouse set of speakers WBECS has, I am excited to do this throughout the Summit and can’t wait to meet everyone joining my IM sessions!

Milestones:

- Traveling the world to over 100 countries throughout my career as an engineering manager for the US government and serving as an internal coach and leadership trainer for most of my 33 year career

- Earning the Board Certified Coach credential for six years now, which is an elite certification earned only by college graduates who also have ICF training

- Becoming an international guest speaker on cruise ships and to international audiences on US intelligence

Fun Facts:

- I am the Captain of our own boat in Port Charlotte, Florida

- I was the first Western woman to lead an international trade venture to Japan in the late 1970’s, which led to the production of electric and hybrid vehicles.

Makarand Kaprekar

Inspiration:

 I joined the WBECS summit in 2018 and attended the IM's. I found them a very fascinating & enriching experience and immediately decided  "What if I get the chance to be a facilitator?" and contribute to this wonderful forum. And now as a Facilitator for the last two years I stretched my limits in facilitating a diverse & cross cultural group of coaches and learnt from them, and most importantly made friends all around the world.

Milestones:

- Throughout my career I have worked with Start-ups, SMEs and Large MNCs with equal ease and consider myself privileged to have gained such diverse experiences, looking back it is an exciting milestone.

- After 20+ years of work in various leadership roles in the corporate sector, I decided to be a Full time executive Coach. I am currently in the 4th year of being a solopreneur as a Founder & Chief Executive Coach of EQUIPOISE and after coaching 100+ Executives across hierarchies working in Fortune 50 companies to Small Businesses, I am loving every minute of it.

- Being able to co-host the Live Q&A for Marshall Goldsmith during the pre-summit for this year that was attended by a record 2500+ participants was by far the biggest highlight for me.

- I was invited to be a visiting faculty at a leading B-school in India for their Family Business & Entrepreneurship program at the beginning of 2020.

Fun Facts:

- Anywhere in the world, I am the first one on the dance floor.

- Learned driving at the age of 40 and now just love it.

- Never use a comb

Marc Wolfe

Inspiration:

I am a fan of the insights that WBECS provides for me and my colleagues and I wanted to get more involved. It was also a great way to meet and dialog with coaches and peers worldwide.

Milestones:

• Achieving my ICF coach certification
• Being a contributing writer for Forbes.com
• Asked to be on Boards so I can help organizations become healthier and thrive.

Fun Facts:

• I had a college internship for the NY Giants Football team even though I wasn't a football fan
• I started 6 businesses - 4 by age 28. One was an Apple Computer dealership in the 1990s when Steve Jobs was fired and people thought they were going out of business.

Maria Biquet

Inspiration:

I am an experienced Coach and Consultant and I would like to share knowledge and experiences with my colleagues. Together we can create a higher level of knowledge and add value to the coaching profession.

Milestones:

- Researcher on Coaching Ethics - published Survey on Ethical Dilemmas (Jan 21)

- Accreditation as Senior Practitioner EMCC (Jun 20)

- Author of articles on Coaching since 2018

Fun facts:

- Proud cat mother!

- Very curious about the science behind every idea!

Marian Boyle

Inspiration:

Coaching is my purpose and passion. WBECS is awesome. Serving as a WBECS Facilitator would be so enjoyable and give me the opportunity to meet amazing coaches from around the world.

Milestones:

- Discovering my purpose and passion through coaching.

- Earning a Graduate Certificate in Executive Coaching and Organizational Behavior from the University of Texas at Dallas

- Becoming an ICF Associate Certified Coach

Fun Facts:

- Live in Gainesville, Florida, the Tree Capital of the U.S.

- Blessed to be a nine year (and counting) survivor of bilateral breast cancer

Marion Neubronner

Inspiration:

The WBECS international community of learners helps me raise and maintain my coaching skills. I have learnt a diversity of tools and also professional development as a coach.

Milestones:

I was a co-author in Coaching and Mentoring in the Asia-Pacific with David Clutterbuck (2018). I have been awarded Exceptional Women of Excellence by Women Economic Forum (2018) for my work in building leadership with Women on Top in Tech. My Masters in Human Development and Psychology from Harvard.

Fun Facts:

I am an advocate of co-living and have properties in Europe and Asia to grow such gatherings. I want to build communities that see beyond age, culture, nationality, and religion. I have written and published 3 children's books. I used Mindfulness to deepen my creativity

Nancy Kobel

Inspiration:

The vision of WBECs and the ability to connect with and learn with coaches, globally. Facilitating groups builds connection, greater learning and strengthens the impact we, as coaches, have on the world. I love facilitating and bringing people together, fostering community and connection. “If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.” —African Proverb.

Milestones:

- Facilitating Leadership Development Workshops to a diverse groups of NASA employees

- Becoming an author for the non-profit, Heal My Voice, Inc.

- Following my heart with my career, being open to the journey, and having a positive impact on the clients, teams and organizations I have worked with.

Fun facts:

- I used to be a Rocket Scientist (aka: Aerospace Engineer for NASA) and have worked on a number of international programs

- I love to say yes to new adventures and experience the world in new ways. Last year’s adventure was hiking The Inca Trail in Peru.

Natalie Cunningham

Inspiration:

I am curious and enjoy learning. I love facilitating and enjoy global diversity, so being a WBECS facilitator allows me to contribute by doing something I enjoy and I learn. I love the sense of being a part of a global community of coaches.

Milestones:

-I designed and developed a Masters Degree in Business and Executive Coaching 10 years ago when there were not many such degrees around

- I am currently designing and coordinating an online Masters Degree in Leadership for Development in a joint venture between The University of Manchester and University of Melbourne (Making a difference to development globally)

- Editing and Publishing a book and many articles

Fun Facts:

- I love good wine and did a wine tasting certificate course

- I enjoy cooking food from different regions

Nathan Charles

Inspiration:

I have derived so much value from past IM sessions and I wanted to be part of sharing such value with others.

Milestones:

- Greater self-care.

- Knowing where I want to be and doing.

- Excelling in what I do.

Fun Facts:

- I love trivia knowledge about people, places, and things.

- I enjoy visiting and learning about different cultures.

Nellie Cabane

Inspiration:

Developing people is my passion, that was the reason I chose to be a facilitator! I also wanted to grow by learning from others that are on the same journey. WBECS was the place to be to make all that happen! I have met so many Coaches from around the globe and we we are all learning from each other!

Milestones:

1. Award winner as a facilitator 
2. Voted as one of the top 5 Facilitator’s by Duke Corporate Education
3. Being trained on Conversational Intelligence by Judith  Glaser

Fun Facts:

• Love to laugh
• Talk a lot

Olga Koshenkova

Inspiration:

WBECS is the best coach-created global event and I was excited to get involved. And the perks were great!

Milestones:

- ACC ICF coach 

- Expert in personal branding for coaches 

- Owner of digital marketing agency

Fun Facts:

- Speak a little bit of French, Spanish, German, Hebrew and Portuguese  

- Ran a half marathon

Orly Maravankin

Inspiration:

I wanted to become a WBECS facilitator to immerse myself in the work of top thinkers in the fields of coaching and leadership who provide depth of knowledge and diverse expertise. I also wanted to connect with a community of like-minded people. As a bonus point, the staff is amazingly supportive; true professionals who are infused with contagious enthusiasm. Feeling blessed to be a part of this community and have the opportunity to discuss great ideas with fellow coaches.

Milestones:

- I held senior corporate executive roles before transitioning to executive coaching. To mention a few career milestones:

- I managed the global relationships between one of the largest consulting firms in the Consumer Insights/Analytics space and Coca-Cola around the world.

- I was selected from among 40 partners to receive the ‘Partner of the Year’ award by Coca-Cola.

- I was awarded by Kraft Foods all their Brand Health Tracking research across their 20+ product categories and hundreds of brands, including iconic names such as Oreo and Philadelphia Cheese. It was a big win in the industry at the time, taking a yearlong of meeting & presentations to win this work.

- As former executive who experienced first-hand the challenges of leading a global team a VUCA world, I was keen on helping other executives develop skills to thrive in today’s complex environment and lead with purpose. I made a successful transition to executive coaching, working now with C-suite and senior leaders to help them develop emotional intelligence skills, accomplish key goals and become even more successful. I’ve been privileged to work with many wonderful people who find meaning & purpose as they connect with their aspirations and create resonant cultures where everyone can thrive.

Fun Facts:

- I am a former air force intelligence sergeant and a certified meditation teacher through the Chopra Center University. In my spare time I teach meditation and dance.

- I have recently spent a weekend with Dr. Marshall Goldsmith, often recognized as the #1 leadership guru in the world. I was invited along with several other executive coaches to be an advisor on a documentary about his life. The film included our participation in a 1 ½ day workshop in which Marshall shared “Best of Leadership” lessons with an audience of about 100 people—business leaders, entrepreneurs, leadership experts and MG100. A stimulating, exciting and inspiring experience to #payitforward.

Oxana Mozgovaya

Inspiration:

I am a huge fan of WBECS and have always wanted to be a part of it. I am happy to help spread WBECS among the Russian speaking community by facilitating IM sessions in Russian.

Milestones:

1. Built several successful businesses from scratch. 
2. Became a certified coach.
3. Became an official WBECS facilitator.

Fun Facts:

1. This year I started fulfilling my childhood dream of playing the piano. 
2. My name in Japanese sounds similar to the Japanese word for “wife” or “madame”, it was always a good conversation starter when I lived in Japan.

Philippe Mathijs

Inspiration:

Giving back to the community and meet great minds.

Milestones:

- Reached COO in corporate world

- Finished Tony Robbins coaching academy 

- Run my own company

Fun Facts:

- I run Spartan races to force me to stay fit and not be a couch potato 

- I am a total foodie (which makes the first fact even more mandatory) and love the fusion French-Indian food

Rachel Dungan

Inspiration:

I want to create a community, and proactively learn with my peers, so that we implement the learnings from our expert speakers to deliver value for our clients. I wanted to give myself leverage to show up fully, and to encourage my group members to do the same – not only for our own sakes but for the sakes of the clients we serve.

Milestones:

Since completing coach training in 2010, I have combined my coaching skills and pharmacist expertise to lead the development of a number of accredited training programs for Irish Pharmacists, focused on optimizing the impact of the pharmacy/patient interaction. 

I am proud to have assisted the Irish Health Service to bring its self-management workshops from face to face to online, to support people to live well with a chronic health condition, despite COVID19 restrictions. 

In 2013, I founded my own coaching and training business 4Front.ie, primarily working with pharmacy owners, pharmacists, and their teams to lead through change, create cohesive teams, and deliver service excellence.

I was honored to be named ICF Ireland Executive Coach of the Year.  Over the past two years, we have created www.4frontpharmacy.ie, an online training and development platform to upskill pharmacy leaders and their teams in the area of Over The Counter (OTC) Medicines and Pharmacy Consultations. 

This enables us to leverage our impact, value, and time by delivering content online and supporting community pharmacies to deliver ‘service excellence – no excuses’ through live (online) facilitation and workshops.

Fun Facts:

Mother of 3, Daughter of 2, Wife of 1, I was born in Pennsylvania.  I currently Zoom around the world from Lismore, Co Waterford, Ireland, home of the Immrama Travel Writers’ Festival, Robert Boyle (father of chemistry), and Lismore Castle. As a scholar of Trinity College Dublin, I thought the highest quality education was inherently high brow. 

Little did I know then, that my greatest life teachers would be my (now teenage) children! It is a powerful, ongoing process of extracting life’s learnings with the help of some wonderful coaches, programs, and communities of support, such as WBECS.

Rhonda Bowen

Inspiration:

Although coaches often wear many different hats, the one I feel most comfortable in is facilitation. Given the chance to work with so many talented colleagues all over the world was an opportunity I could not pass up. Thank you for so many fulfilling moments and insightful relationships through WBECS.

Milestones:

- Working with a German television team to produce a 13-episode series on life and culture in the US and Canada.

- Creating and implementing a proprietary negotiation coaching program for a global chemical company to facilitate product approval by national governments worldwide.

- Having my own business for over 30 years in my second home, Germany.

Fun Facts:

- I keep fit by belly dancing.

- I've never smoked a cigarette, not even one puff. 

Robin Miller

Inspiration:

When true conversation and connection happens, I get jazzed.  WBECs provides powerful and professional opportunities - who wouldn't want to be a part of that?  I love facilitating the connection.

Milestones:

o  Earning my PhD in Musicology

o  Earning my PCC in coaching

o  Successfully starting a coaching business and having 

    a dedicated team

Fun Facts:

º  I climbed my first Colorado 14er (14,000 ft mountain)

º  I'm a classically trained mezzo soprano

Sara Pongiluppi

Inspiration:

Sara adheres to the WBECS values and mission, enjoying the opportunity to learn and grow with its community by contributing to it. 

Some of Sara’s proudest achievements include conceptualizing and co-developing the HEC Paris Global Executive Coaching program and fostering strategic partnerships to internationalize it. She has also innovated English Language learning programs for Dauphine University, and developed as well as implemented a resilience-building pilot coaching programme to support an association of Women Victims of Violence.

In her spare time, Sara enjoys House Boxing, Bikram Yoga and watching cartoons over breakfast on Sunday mornings.

Milestones:

- Conceptualized, co-developed HEC Paris Global Executive Coaching programme

- Fostered strategic partnerships to internationalize (speakers, pedagogy, and participants) HEC Paris Global Executive Coaching programme

- Innovated English language learning programmes for Dauphine University

- In response to Covid19 health crisis in March 2020, conceptualized, launched and led the "International Coalition of the Willing 1000 Hours Project". Experienced certified Coaches from 14 different countries were selected with the aim of delivering 1000 pro-bono hours of empathetic listening and coaching in support of professionals & private citizens across the world. ICW1000Hours Coaches generosity and commitment made it possible to achieve 1000 hours and more!

Fun facts:

- I started House boxing at 47 after practicing Bikram Yoga.

- I love to watch cartoons on Sunday morning while having breakfast.

Sarah Scala

Inspiration:

Excellent opportunities to connect with other amazing coaches, continue learning, and give back!

Milestones:

- 2012 - Started my own business
- 2012-2020 Serve clients in 11 US states and 4 countries
- 2016 - certified as an executive coach with ICF

Fun Facts:

- I sea kayak year round
- I have a bachelors degrees in Adventure Recreation and Business Management
- I play the trumpet (jazz and classical)

Sonja Vlaar

Inspiration:

I love working with executives and teams, helping them to develop their leadership skills and getting the work done through inclusion and the right conversations.

Milestones:

- I was raised in the Netherlands, a country with a very individualistic culture. From ‘80-’85, I lived and worked in Mozambique under survival conditions. I learned a lot from the African “We” culture. Africa has positively impacted my identity.

- In 2002 my MSc thesis was about “Online Supervision & Coaching”. It was in a time that virtual learning and coaching was not yet practiced very much. Against the odds, I started coaching clients virtually; I envisioned that living, learning and working would become more virtual. 18 years later digital technologies and Corona pandemics accelerated virtual ways of working. My vision became reality.

- As a coach I am certified in:

• Conversational Intelligence®,
• Narrative Coaching®,
• Neurozone®,
• Talent Motivational Analysis®,
• Whole Brain®
• Rational-Emotional Therapy®
• Organization & Relationship Systems Coaching®.

Fun Facts:

- I love the Argentinean tango, music and dance.

- I love my grandsons of 3 and 1 year old.  They are my role-models for direct and bold communication.

Susan Alexander

Inspiration:

I thoroughly enjoy learning from the presenters and then discovering insights and observations from other coaches.  I am energized by the interaction and discussion of different coaches from all around the globe. And I am humbled by the wisdom shared by all.

Milestones:

- Working with leaders of a global financial organization teaching them how to integrate coaching into their leadership practices

- Delivering a keynote address on Conversational Intelligence to an association comprised of a state department of transportation and engineers.

- Supporting leaders to create a new outlook or mindset when they find themselves at either a crossroad or place of deep disappointed.

Fun Facts:

- I am a gym junkie.. going every morning.

- I have two adorable granddaughters who bring me unimaginable joy.

Thomas Omollo

Inspiration:

Needed to grow and understand coaching from different facets of the world

Milestones:

• Facilitating world class level coaching 
• Leadership and Executive level coaching

Fun Facts:

• I’m a dog enthusiast
• I’m a minimalist

Vicki Staebler Tardino

Inspiration:

One of my favorite parts of the WBECS experience is the opportunity to connect with small groups of peers to wrestle with and apply what we are learning and to explore new possibilities. As someone who has been facilitating in different ways for many years this seemed a natural extension. My hope is to bring people together in ways that foster curiosity, learning and connection.

Milestones:

- Becoming an executive, having an opportunity to create strategy and vision and build a powerful team

- Leading the transformation of a professional organization into a vibrant learning community

- Teaching in a master's program and watching my students become incredible OD practitioners

Fun facts:

- I have an identical twin who is also an organizational psychologist

- I take care of two precious dogs, Coco and Lulu, who make me smile, laugh and create Oxycontin!

Wayne Anderson

Inspiration:

I am extremely interested and dedicated to advancing the coaching profession.  My passion for this is consistent with the mission of WBECS.

Milestones:

- Certified Master Coach  Executive Leadership Coach

- Ten year anniversary of my coaching company

Fun Facts:

- I love studying astronomy

- I led the international technology team that created the United Airline Star Alliance

Annette Brackin

Inspiration:

It's a wonderful way to give back to the coaching community, and stay engaged with high quality content. Working with the WBECS team has been amazing as well, and I enjoy it!

Milestones:

- Developing my own leadership development approach called "magical leadership."

- Achieving 7 certifications in various leadership assessments, most of which are predictive of leadership success.

- Helping mid-size companies put a leadership development strategy and a talent management strategy in place, and watching them flourish as a result.

Fun Facts:

- I have survived both a hurricane (age 20) and a tornado (age 3.)

- I once did software training videos for IBM while working for a GE company.

- I wrote the script and the acting myself, and my company received the software for free in exchange.

Debbie Kenney

Inspiration:

I enjoyed participating in the PreSummit sessions, but there was a lot of content provided and I didn't have the opportunity to view as many session as I would have liked. I wanted the opportunity to share the highlights from the presentations of these wonderful coaches with others who, like me, might not have the time to attend every session.

Milestones:

- Earning a Law Degree while working full-time

- Earning a M.Ed in Corporate Training and Knowledge Management

- Earning my CTA Coaching Certification

Fun facts:

- I'm a huge Chelsea football (soccer) fan.

- I make a great taco salad!

Josephine Schol

Inspiration:

To be a part of and contribute to the ongoing development and growth of our global coaching community. Be the best coaches we can be by learning from exceptional thought leaders.

Milestones:

- Becoming a full-time coach in 2015

- Becoming a peer coach mentor and coach trainer in 2017

- Coaching over 600 leaders since 2015

- Facilitating leadership development programs since 2019

Fun Facts:

- I have been in a circus

- Mowing the lawn and weeding (2.5 acres) is my mindfulness meditation

Karen Fugle

Inspiration:

I've seen so many brilliant talks on WBEC's and it's one my main platforms for personal growth. I enjoy the notetaking and it takes my WBECs learning to the next level. It's also a great way to give back to the WBECs community at large.

Milestones:

-Changing career from stressed-out, overworked, architectural technology consultant to coaching architects with better work/life balance.

-Reaching PCC level

-WBECs Master Toolkit Certified!

Fun Facts:

-I'm from New Zealand but have lived in the UK for over twenty years and I love the diversity of people here.

-I'm also a LEGO Serious Play Facilitator and love working with LEGO, as do my construction industry clients.

Pat Whelan

Inspiration:

I am passionate about continually learning and exploring new models and tools for coaching and leadership development. Taking notes for WBECS programs is a wonderful way to keep current with thought leaders in our field and deepen my professional knowledge and skills. Writing up notes helps me to solidify and integrate what I have learned in the sessions.

Milestones:

- Trained over 150 physicians to strengthen their skills in holding crucial conversations to help them improve clinical outcomes and working relationships.

- Designed and facilitated strategic planning processes for several clinical departments in a large academic medical center and facilitated customized solutions to build team effectiveness.

- Designed and taught a graduate level course in career counseling skills and implemented a company-wide career development system at an organization with more than 4,000 employees.

Fun facts:

- I am based in Cambridge, Massachusetts and also spend time in a small studio overlooking the ocean on the coast of Maine where I enjoy photographing the changing seascapes and sky

- I’ve been exploring my inner artist over the past few years - taking workshops in drawing, painting, and creative writing.

Piyush Dixit

Inspiration:

I am passionate about Coaching and love WBECS for the tremendous learning opportunity it provides. I learn best by taking notes, and this prompted me to become a WBECS Note Taker.

Milestones:

- A 4-year stint as an IT consultant in Europe (Holland) that helped me grow professionally, and enjoy exposure to many countries and cultures

- Gold Medal in a 3 year full MBA program from a premiere Institute, after 15 years of work experience

- Shifting my career to Coaching after 30 years of IT/software engineering

Fun Facts:

- I love singing and acting.

- I have traveled to many countries across the world and speak French, apart from English and Hindi.

Sandi Mitchell

Inspiration:

I listen better when I take notes and so I thought this would be a great way to be able to really focus in on the great content being provided and share at the same time!

Milestones:

- Creating a global corporate university (4200 people in 46 countries)

- Just celebrated 6 years in my business - Apex Mastery (growing leaders and their businesses)

- Creating, hosting, facilitating a 10 day Rwandan CEO Leadership Conference here in Dallas/Fort Worth, TX in 2 weeks!

Fun Facts:

- Inadvertently married a Maasai warrior!

- My goal is to travel to every country in the world (I'm at 49 right now!)

Zander Townend

Inspiration:

Because it offered me a way to reduce my cash-in-hand expense for participating in CMT with Andrew Neitlich

Milestones:

- Becoming an acupuncturist

- Earning my Masters Degree in Medical Qigong Therapy

- Integrating my C-IQ and CMT work with clients

Fun Facts:

- I really did join the circus (as a clown magician, juggler and fire eater)

- I lived voluntarily without money for almost 2 years, to learn to ask for everything I needed

Marva Sadler

Inspiration:

Coaches are the key to shaping the world into a more civil, gracious, and inclusive place. I am inspired by the potential for impact that helps leaders lead and individuals achieve their potential.

Fun Facts:

- I make custom-designed wedding dresses in my spare time

- As an investigative reporter in my early career, I taught myself how to read upside down so that I could read documents on the desk of the person I was interviewing

- I used to play the trombone and have a cello in my closet that I haven’t played in years

Bio:

Marva Sadler is CEO of WBECS, provider of the world’s leading global, virtual conference for professional business coaches as well as graduate-level coach education programs featuring world-renowned coaching experts.  

Ms. Sadler is an accomplished Chief Executive Officer and Consultant, with more than 30 years of successful leadership in professional services, consulting, technology, manufacturing (heavy, light, & custom), and software development. She has earned a reputation as a strategic visionary who is well versed in process improvement, the language and power of financial analysis, and creating strong cultures of initiative, innovation, and accountability. 

As a thought leader, Marva has been featured in the Wall Street Journal (cover feature, June 2010), the Marriot Alumni Magazine, as well as other national publications. She was twice voted as one of 30 Women to Watch by Utah Business Magazine. Marva serves on the editorial board of Choice Magazine and is a board member of Ethical Coach.

She is a Certified Theory of Constraints Jonah from the Goldratt Institute. 

Chris Alexander

Inspiration:

I love that it’s my job to provide a space for coaches to learn and therefore help others. We’re changing the world together, and that gets me up in the morning!

Fun Facts:

- I recently learned to scuba dive

- I once appeared in national newspapers as the manager of a restaurant serving store-bought frozen pizzas

- I can play the pen

Bio:

Chris has been a part of WBECS since 2016 after meeting the team whilst traveling through Costa Rica. He has since grown into various roles through his ability and drive to learn and experiment.

Chris has worked on Conversational Intelligence® for Coaches with Judith E. Glaser and WBECS. He has also managed the process of piloting programs such as Foundations of Great Coaching with David M. Goldsmith and David B. Peterson as well as Coaching with ROI with Lisa Ann Edwards. As a Program Manager, Chris ensures that all WBECS programs adhere to high standards and that participants have the highest possible level of success and satisfaction.

Beth Schofield

Inspiration:

Getting to interact and build relationships with some of the world’s most influential thought-leaders alive today.

Fun Facts:

- I can clap with 1 hand

- I have visited 33 countries and counting...

Bio:

After obtaining her degree in Psychology (BSc) from the University of Manchester, Beth fulfilled her wish of traveling through Central America - and it is there, back in 2016, where she met the (then very small) WBECS team and was taken aboard. 

During her 4 years at the company, Beth has covered a number of different roles, including project coordinator for Conversational Intelligence® for Coaches and Coaching with ROI as well as Social Media Manager. Beth is currently positioned as Head of Speaker Selection for the WBECS Summit, which is her favorite position yet!  Beth ensures WBECS’ position at the forefront of the coaching industry by obtaining high-level and innovative thought-leaders to speak in the Summit, providing our coaching community with the most relevant, high-quality content available today.

Varun Kesar

Inspiration:

After 10 years in the legal world, it’s a privilege and honor to serve a community and organization that wants to change the world.

Fun Facts:

- I am a trained lawyer and practiced in the areas of Immigration and Human Rights Law. I’ve published legal articles on the UK Supreme Court Website and the Oxford Human Rights Blog

- My favorite TV Show is the ground-breaking, ongoing HBO drama, “The Wire”. It is widely acclaimed as one of the most important TV shows of the past 50 years. Such is my passion for the show, the UK Guardian published my thoughts. The UK Guardian then published my essay (along with a number of other contributions) in a book called “The Wire - The Re-Up”

Bio:

Varun has been best friends with WBECS Founder, Ben Croft since they were 5 years old. Varun joined the WBECS team in 2016, as he was looking for a fresh challenge after deciding to leave the legal world.

During his time with WBECS, Varun has held various positions within the organization, but he has never been happier than where he is now as the Director of Support, Administration and Finance.

Varun is able to combine his lawyerly attention to detail with his passion for helping others fulfill their potential. Varun leads a dedicated, proactive, and motivated team, all of whom are here to ensure our coaches have the best possible experience.

LC Neill

Inspiration:

I’ve always loved the feeling of being significant. That’s why being with a team that’s doing something great and remarkable makes me so proud. It makes me want to do and be more.

Fun Facts:

- I’m a huge fan of Japanese Anime

- I can’t swim but I enjoy being at the beach

- I can spend an entire weekend binge-watching TV shows on Netflix if there’s nothing better to do

Bio:

An Office Administration Graduate, LC joined WBECS in May 2019 as a member of our dedicated Support Team. In addition to her years of experience in customer support and administration, LC also has a background in teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) as well as Stenography. 

LC was recently promoted as the Support Team Supervisor. She is a sweet-natured, fun-loving person who is always the consummate professional. She believes that every person is capable of doing great things when given the opportunity and trust. 

Jean Bayona

Inspiration:

I am so honored to be part of this global community and helping coaches all around the world feels like I have travelled to more than 100 countries.

Fun facts:

- I bake but not a baker.

- A die hard fan of the movie and novel "A Walk to Remember" and have memorized every line.

Bio:

Jean is a Graduate of Midwifery back in 2003. Though she was able to practice her profession, she felt that customer service has always been her passion.

She worked as a sales assistant in a department store in Doha, Qatar for 6 years and was later promoted as an assistant supervisor in the customer service department. She went back to Philippines for good and after many years of being in a BPO/ Call Center industry, she shifted her career and entered the world of Virtual Assistants in 2019 with the help and guidance of her colleague, Nina Alindogan.

Her first venture in WBECS was a customer service representative which later on was transferred to Admin and Finance which she really enjoyed. She is now working closely with Chris as the coordinator for WBECS Summit and had been with the company for two years.