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.

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.

David Taylor-Klaus

Inspiration:

I first fell in love with WBECS when I attended the inaugural year so when Implementation Mastery Sessions were launched,  of course I jumped at the opportunity to serve as a Facilitator! Though I miss the IM sessions, serving as a Coach Host has deepened my connection to the global coaching community in ways I never imagined.

Milestones:

- After selling my technology company and launching my coaching 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, I solely serve successful entrepreneurs & senior executives on four continents and spanning 15 time zones.

- Much of what I share in my latest book, Mindset Mondays with DTK: 52 Ways to REWIRE Your Thinking and Transform Your Life, was augmented and expanded through learning I gleaned over 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.

- I have been married for 30 years to (and co-parent three fabulous & complex children) with an international parenting expert who also happens to be a professional coach and best-selling author ... ours is a fascinating house!

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.

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.

- sitting past president for ICF Arkansas Oklahoma Chapter; Earned my PCC and have submitted for MCC

Fun Facts:

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

- I love to scuba dive.

Lucy Shenouda

Inspiration:

Hosting and facilitating conversations for WBECS Speakers and participants is a real joy for me and keeps me on my toes! Sharpening my skills as a facilitator and curator of the latest thought leadership is a privilege thanks to our global leaders and coach community! I hope to inspire and foster an enriching learning experience for coaches on a local and global level and to help those in attendance feel included whether they post a question, comment, insight or are simply listening.

Milestones: 

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

-Ten years as a Professional Coach built on a solid foundation of continuous L&D with diverse coach training programs including most recently Coach SuperVision.

Fun Facts:

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

-I joined my brother and three cousins on the game show, Family Feud Canada: Season 3, in November 2021. Our motto: We Take FUN Seriously!

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

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:

At a glance: Leadership & Peak Performance Coach | Corporate Trainer | Business Advisor

- Education: I'm a Pharmacist by training, holding MBA in Global Marketing.

- Coaching & Mentoring: Professional Certified Coach (PCELC), EMCC Senior Practitioner, PQ, NLP, and HBDI® Practioner.

- Business Life: Since 2006, I have had the opportunity to build a diversified experience at national and international levels, from a non-managerial employee to a top management position. I have an exceptional success record in multiple business disciplines (Sales, Marketing, Management, Talent, and Organizational Development) at Mega Multinational Companies.

- Community: Founder of SAFIR for Talent & Organizational Development, the self-development project for the pharmacists under the umbrella of the Association of Applying and Developing Pharmacy (AADP) - Non-Profit Organization in Egypt from 2012 to present (We do better pharmacy practice through developing the pharmacists). I teach pharmacy Management, Communication Skills, and Standards of Ethics in Pharmacy Practice for undergraduate pharmacy students as a part-time job.

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)

Aleksandra Jankovic Shankar

Inspiration:

Some of the reasons for my joining WBECS as a facilitator include its outstanding reputation for coaching, an inspiring multicultural environment for personal and professional growth, and a source of coaching and coaching business development related knowledge which can be applied immediately.

Milestones:

- Earning my PCC credential in January 2022
- Becoming WBECS Facilitator in 2020
- Becoming IANLP Fellow Member Trainer in 2018

Fun Facts:

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

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.

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

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)

Britt Westfall

Bio:

To be more connected to this amazing group of coaches and thought leaders.

Milestones:

-Becoming an ICF accredited coach

-Being able to merge my coaching experience into my corporate career

-Coaching employees at some of the companies in the world

Fun Facts:

-world traveler and have done a lot of solo travel

-have lived in 6 states

Caroline Kroll

Inspiration:

To help with WBECS' mission to co-create a coach-centric community globally.

Milestones:

- Being a committee member of the Banyandah Club – Vice President (Public Relations) 2021-22  Toastmasters International

- Being an official WBECS Facilitator 2021-22

- Being accredited as a certified Life Coach 2018

Fun Facts:

- Created my own version of Scrabble – for the solo player – a challenging game – as a player you need to utilize every tile in the bag, forming connecting words that will cover all the triple-letter squares on the board.

- Conquered my fear of heights by ziplining across a valley in the south-west of Perth, Western Australia TWICE!

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 every year since 2019

- Founded Life's Next Chapter Coaching in 2012 and serving over 100 clients to create their best lives after major life transitions like divorce, death of a loved one, losing a job, getting a serious health diagnosis, etc.

- Invited to serve on the ICF Internal Review Board in 2020

Certifications:

ICF PCC
Certified Professional Coach, Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching
Transformational Presence Coaching
Grief Counselor, American Academy of Grief Counselors
Mentor Coach, Invite Change
Contributing Author of Best Selling Books, The Wellness Universe Guide to Complete Self-Care volumes 3 & 4

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

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?!"

Diana NDücker

Inspiration:

Being an active participant in a worldwide community, where I can always be learning and meeting amazing people

Milestones:

- Team Coaching Foundation Certification, that allows me  to improve my and team’s skills 

- Founder of AIEC (Alianzas Internacionales Estratégicas de Coaching), joining excellent Bilingual Coaches looking to contribute and support coaches, organizations, projects… but specially PEOPLE.

- Mentoring, guiding and being with many special persons who have trusted me as their Mentoring Coach

Fun Facts:

- During pandemic lockout began painting, and discovered I'm pretty good!

- I can't begin my day without my coffee... it's a moment of tasting relax and then my energy booster, so I can be ready to anything in my day

Dinko Barbalic

Inspiration:

I loved being a participant and I wanted to challenge myself by being on the other side and bring my energy to others in a different way and learn from that different, sometimes challenging perspective.

Milestones:

- become an executive by the age of 40 in an innovative sector (ren.energy);

- become a professional coach;

- coach FORTUNE 500 clients.

Fun Facts:

- I was born in a country that doesn't exist anymore;

- I travelled to Ladakh (India) by motorbike where every day was a new adventure, a new challenge, a new discovery about myself and the world.

Dolores Sarrion

Inspiration:

I really enjoy facilitating, and WBECS offered the opportunity to do so while reflecting deeper on learnings from the main sessions with very interesting coaches from around the world

Milestones:

- Expanding my coaching and training business, partnering with very interesting corporate and individual clients.

- Having held the role of CHRO in a public traded Spanish company with global presence (Indra).

- Having held an HR European Director role in a public traded American company (Kellogg).

Fun Facts:

- I gained my PCC this year!

- I enjoy learning about investments in the stock market and start ups.

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:

- Earning my ACC ICF credential in 2014 and starting my own coaching practice

- Moving to Guatemala and challenging myself to work in a very different culture and environment as a coach and trainer

- Becoming a facilitator and member for WBECS

- Earning my PCC ICF credential and becoming a Mentor Coach for coaches who are embarking on the path of ICF accreditation or renewing their existing ACC credentials.

Fun Facts:

- I did parachute jumping when I was in my mid 20s, and at that time I wanted to become a professional parachute jumper (finally never happened).

- 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..)

Felicia Zadok

Inspiration:

After my first experience with WBECS I knew that I wanted to give back.
Being able to hold the space for other coaches is so rewarding and I learn from each individual who joins in on the IM and Roundtable sessions.

Milestones:

-With the support of amazing coaches from WBECS I have expanded my coaching practice to a higher level of business and executive clients.

- I have gone through many years of various forms of philosophical and spiritual studies as well as ritual, to become a non-denominational minister. It has been a wonderful addition to my services as a coach. I find that many individuals find comfort in having the option of receiving some spiritual guidance when needed during their coaching sessions. 

- I had the great joy of being the co-owner and innovator of a cultural education company. The aim was to conserve the lore and traditions of countries world wide. I worked with the heads of tourist boards, a variety of scholars and had alliances with individuals of the United Nations. This project allotted me to travel internationally and experience many great world customs.

Fun Facts:

- I am a trained foot-reader. This actually is a great tool to allow me to help my clients be more open to their mind and body connection.

- I have worked in the Netherlands training dolphins to return to the wild.

- I was a support swimmer for Diana Nyad during a fundraiser for victims of Hurricane Sandy.

Fernando Dias

Inspiration:

Network with other coaches and have a proactive role in the follow-up discussions after the main sessions.

Milestones:

- Having moved to NYC, USA from São Paulo, Brazil at 23yo and thriving in a very competitive environment of a major bank where I stayed for 4 years;

- Setting up at 30yo and managing a still active very successful corporate training company in Lisbon, Portugal from the scratch only counting with the company's own results as investment source;

- Becoming a practitioner at 45yo and then faculty at 50yo of Insights Discovery, as well as getting my MSc in Organisational Psychology at 53yo and then my executive coaching certification at 57yo, my team coaching certifications at 59yo, and finally my PCC credential with the ICF at 61yo.

Fun Facts:

- At 61yo I'm still an active surfer, scuba diver (PADI Rescue Diver), snowboarder and yoga practitioner;

- I'm a learning "junkie", bird watcher and interested in anything related to life in general

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.

Heather Tunis

Inspiration:

The quality and level of engagement provided by WBECS is visionary, significant, impactful, allowing each and every one of us to leverage the promise and effect of coaching to better individual lives and through this, the collective, which is ever and ever more important.

Milestones:

- opening a new multi disciplinary cultural center in six weeks

- creating innovative funding programs for visual artists

- discovering executive coaching

Fun Facts:

- aspiration to sing back-up with Emmy Lou Harris

- challenges in finding a reliable gardener

Humberto Souza

Inspiration:

Primarily to help people who are not English Native to a better understanding of the sessions and second, to do the same thing in English. In both cases helping myself to understand too.

Milestones:

- Quit Executive Career

- Be a College Professor and get a Masters in the age of 60

- Continue Work as a Coach

Fun Facts:

- I love to joke with people around me

- I make fun with myself

Inga Bielinska

Inspiration:

First, I was a member of WEBCS and I loved the webinars and the people involved. The power of collective learning is invaluable during IM sessions and Round Tables. I just wanted to co-create this and give back to the community that was so generous with me. It has been 3 years with WBECS and I am still growing. Thank you my fellow coaches for this journey!

Milestones:

-I wrote two books for leaders in Polish that are still a valuable source of learning and development for the audience. 

-I earned my MCC credentials after a decade of working as a coach.

-I've managed to run a successful coaching business in Europe (since 2005) and in US (after my family relocation in 2018)

Fun Facts:

- I am a voracious reader who literary devours large quantities of books (more than 100 a year)

- I can walk for hours and I am crazy about cross country hiking

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.

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.

- The publication of my first book, The Three Companions: Courage, Compassion and Wisdom, the powerful keys to happier work and a fulfilled life on 16 December 2021

Fun Facts:

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

- I make a mean profiterole.

Johan Raubenheimer

Inspiration:

It provides an ideal opportunity for learning whilst co-creating coaching excellence.

Milestones:

- A successful corporate career which I exited at the top

- Establishing a global consultancy which transitioned naturally to coaching

- Being recognised as a leading business and executive coach adding value to successful executives.

Fun Facts:

- I love collecting rocks which often got me completely lost as a boy.

- I won a first prize at the local agricultural show dressed as a cob of corn.

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 and 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.

- I completed 2 team coach training programs in 2021:

• Henley Professional Certificate in Team, Board and Systemic Coaching – Henley Business School, Reading University (UK) 2021
• Global Team Coach Institute Practitioner Program (WBECS) 2021

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.

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.

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.

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 with leadership development and learning.

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

- Earned my Masters in Organizational Communications, became an Professor (Adjunct), Curriculum Writer and Capstone Advisor, achieved ICF-PCC credential, Change Management Practitioner (CMP), GTCI Team Coaching, plus so much more

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!

Manon Zinzell

Inspiration:

I believe that small group conversations give participants the opportunity to share insights from their learning that invite deep, thought-provoking discussions in a safe environment. Facilitating and guiding the flow of these conversations is a meaningful and valuable experience to me.

Milestones:

- A career switch I never thought possible by becoming a coach after 20+ years in corporate roles

- Coaching, facilitating, teaching, and developing workshops make my professional life rich and fulfilling 

- Being able to live and work in New York was quite an exciting milestone – I love the multicultural energy of the city as well as having access to so much interesting art and music

Fun Facts:

- I was born and raised in the Netherlands and lived in Paris and Prague before moving to New York

- I am pretty good at doing small plumbing projects

- During my designer days I created a 5’ tall chandelier by knotting 3000 small fluorescent plexiglass rods onto a metal frame after heating them up in my oven

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.

Margarida Cardoso

Inspiration:

Since I participated in my first pre-summit some years ago, it has cleared to me the crucial role of WBECS on world reputation of coaching and in raising my coaching skills to serve my clients better.

As a WBECS Facilitator, I have the fantastic opportunity of co-creating deeper discussions with peers, around learnings with the world-leading experts in the coaching profession, challenge our innovative thinking and stimulate sharing of good practices to keep learning together.

Milestones:

- PCC Coach (ICF) || EIA Senior Practitioner Level (EMCC) || Team Coach Foundations Certified Coach (GTCI) || Erickson Certified Professional Coach || NPL Practitioner || International Coach (ICC) || Trainer CCP - Professional Competence Certificate (Portugal and Angola).

- I graduated in Social and Organizational Psychology and Post-Graduated in Marketing. With a more than 15 years career background in multinationals in diverse sectors such as commercial, technology, and industry with team management experience.

- In 1999 I started my business as a Trainer and Consultant, and after my first Coaching certification (2007), after two years, I began as a Coach. I support people and company's making their valuable changes, working on Corporate Learning and Development Solutions through coaching, training, mentoring, and consultation.

Fun Facts:

- I've always had a passion for Africa, and in 2005 I went to Angola, without knowing anyone, to develop a consulting project for seven months! At a time when digital communications in Angola were difficult and scarce, I left Portugal with the conditions in a cell phone message:-) I made many good friends that are part of my life until now, and I learned a lot, and so many other projects followed in other areas as training and coaching.

- I love snow skiing and have already done Tandem Skydiving (Portugal) and Paraglider (Brazil).

- I practice yoga, meditation, mindfulness, I love nature/beach walkings and observing, breathing the sea to be with me.

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.

Natalia Gulchevskaya

Inspiration:

My mission is to educate and develop people, and I have been implementing it as a teacher and coach all my life. It is important for me to be involved in something greater and to contribute to the development of a global community aimed at developing people. Also, WBECS provides excellent professional growth and understanding of the most modern approaches and ideas in the field of coaching.

Milestones:

- Became a Professional Certified Coach ICF

- Founded and successfully run my company OKR Academy

- Became an official certified TBR trainer

Fun Facts:

- I traveled across Latin America for half a year and spent 7 years all winter in warm countries, continuing to work productively

- Got 1st Dan in Kendo (Japanese Martial Art)

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 helps me deliver the best results to my executive clients by providing access to world-class thought leaders. 

Milestones:

- Executive coach working with CEOs and business owners from Shanghai to Dubai. I help successful leaders become event better for themselves, their teams and their companies

- Partner at ISKRA Employer Branding Agency 

Fun Facts:

I AM: Introvert. Geek. Runner. Jazz lover. Fascinated with new languages, currently learning Arabic. Can cite the most random collection of songs from the 80's and 90's. 

I ONCE: Was a signed photojournalist in New York and Siberia. Was a travel guide in Bangkok. 

I CAN: Fish. Get along with any child. Be an ultimate peacemaker.

I CAN'T: Help not googling right away things I don't know.

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 happy to be a part of this amazing community!
To make our world a better place we need great coaches, and WBECS helps us to become great coaches.

Milestones:

- Built several successful businesses from scratch.

- Became a certified coach and mentor-coach.

- On my way to become a coaching supervisor

Fun Facts:

- I love dancing salsa

- Speak Russian, understand Ukrainian and used to speak Japanese

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:

As a coach and facilitator, I welcome holding the space for others to explore new information and to learn from the collective.

Milestones:

- The business I co-own and lead celebrated its 10th Anniversary in September 2021, surrounded by supportive  clients.

- Earning my ICF PCC credentials and CTI coach certification were wonderful days in my life and career.

- Graduating with my PhD in Musicology was a huge milestone that was inspired by my love of music.

Fun Facts:

- I love to grow flower gardens and fill the yard with color and diversity.

- Oceans and beaches or my favorite places for filling my soul and fostering reflection.

Sarah A. Scala

Inspiration:

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

Milestones:

- 2012 - Started my own business: Sarah Scala Consulting
- 2012-2021 Serve clients in 18 US states and 6 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)

Sharon Wingron

Inspiration:

I love learning and collaborating with others. By being an WBECS Facilitator, I'm able to not only commit to my own learning of the coaching skills and perspectives, but then deepen that learning by discussing and exploring with other attendees. Also, I use this as an opportunity to keep my facilitation skills strong.

Milestones:

- starting my own business/becoming an independent consultant in 2002 (and still going strong as we enter 2022)

- earning my Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD; previously called the Certified - Professional in Learning & Performance/CPLP) in 2006 (and continuing to maintain this)

serving on the ATD (Association of Talent Development) international Board of Directors from 2007-2008

Fun Facts:

- I have a MO Foxtrotter horse and frequently go trail-riding and camping with my horse. While I've visited all 50 United States, my horse and I have only ridden in three so far, so we have a lot of travelling to do together!

- My husband and I are avid cruisers, especially loving "sea days." We've been on over 30 cruises, including trips to Alaska, Hawaii, Trans-Atlantic, and through the Panama Canal. We are looking forward to experiencing a "world cruise" in our retirement (several years from now!).

Sonia Saini

Inspiration:

I believe facilitating is an art that involves inclusive conversations, creating a space for open dialogue and enabling open minds to receive, exchange perspectives and grow. I enjoy bringing people together and creating such a space. The sessions at WBECS are fantastic and it made it so enjoyable to create an enriching experience for all who joined my IM sessions.

Milestones:

- Started my own successful coaching practice 2.5 years ago as planned

- Earned my PCC within two years of getting certified as a coach and now working towards my MCC

- Met all my milestones for the company so far and super excited to see myself and my clients evolve with each passing year!

Fun Facts:

- I started my career as a live Radio Jockey with a listenership of 1 million+

- My fascination with human beings translates to my passion of doing live theater from time to time: donning on new characters and going into the psyche of complex characters and behaviors.

Sonja Vlaar

Inspiration:

As a WBECS facilitator, I get much inspiration from fellow-coaches in the Implementation Mastery Sessions and Round Tables. It energizes me to learn and share with coaches from all over the world. My favorite topics are at the crossroads of coaching and applied neuroscience.

It is inspiring when I – as a coach - can help my clients in their relationships at work and/or in their private life. My philosophy is that everybody can achieve amazing things and - most of the time - the only one that is stopping someone from achieving this is the person themselves.

Milestones:

- After graduating as an engineer in nutrition & preventive health care, I started my career in Africa. I lived and worked for 5 years in a regional warzone in Mozambique.

-  From my later home in the Netherlands, I travelled the globe for more than 25 years. As a trainer/ consultant/coach, I worked in the international development cooperation in programs and projects with NGO’s and management consultancy-organizations for leadership development of individuals and teams.

- In 2002 I got my master’s degree in Supervision & Coaching. As a coach I am multi-certified, bringing a holistic approach that draws on the practices of Organization and Relationship-Systems Coaching, Conversational Intelligence, Narrative Coaching, and frameworks and instruments from applied neuroscience.

- Since 2004 I run my own company, www.attune.nl, working online and globally with a mix of coaching-clients in the public and the private sector. In the Netherlands I work with MeAsure Me in the division of Coaching, Training and Program Development.

 Fun Facts:

- I speak multiple languages, and dream in Dutch, English and Portuguese. In my high dreams, I dance the Argentinean tango.

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.

Tami HIll Thomas

Inspiration:

Joining the WBECS community has elevated my skills and business as a global mentor coach and trainer. As a highly motivated results driven leader, prominent trainer and speaker for the U.S. Government, the enriching connections have been life changing and the presentations and presenters are top notch. Having been both a presenter and an Implementation Mastery (IM) facilitator with WBECS, the summits have elevated my coaching knowledge and network.

Beyond the educational and informative summits, WBECS has created a coaching safe space worldwide that impacts novice as well as advanced coaches. WBECS' peer community is full of wonderful, supportive connections with a vast array of disciplines. And the IM sessions are often more amazing than the presentations themselves because we, as coaches, learn from each other on a deeper level.  WBECS is a true global family.

Milestones:

-Received accolades from U.S. Government officials including President Ronald Reagan, President Barack Obama, and President Joe Biden

-Received “The Secretary’s Award” one of the U.S. Government's highest honors for civil service and was appointed by two Mayors as an Advisor to the District of Columbia’s Mayor’s Committee on Persons with Disabilities

-Received Associate Certified Coach (ACC) from the International Coaching Federation (ICF)

Fun Facts:

-An ethics agent as part of an elite Law Enforcement Chaplain team certified in mental health first aid working alongside law enforcement defusing mental health emergencies and intervening during crises

-Married my best friend, have 5 amazing grown children, and 6 precious grandchildren

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

Wilson Gambirazi

Inspiration:

In addition to being in direct contact with great professionals, I am very grateful for being able to have such rich, different and even unexpected perspectives on the topics discussed. Being a WBECS Facilitator has been an amazing experience!

Milestones:

- Having had a career focused on people and organizations development.

- Personal and professional evolution in the migration to the coaching activity and proximity to ICF concepts, values and competencies.

- Receive acknowledgment from clients that I am  relevant in their trajectories and movements for change.

Fun Facts:

- I have been an open water swimmer for over 18 years.

- Big fan of jazz and blues

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 amazing content being provided!

Milestones:

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

- Just celebrated 9 years in my business - Apex Catalyst Group (building powerful legacies in family-owned businesses - through the next generation, the next level in the business, and impact in the community)

- 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 52 right now!)

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.

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.

Lyn Hilot

Inspiration:

I am honored to work with the WBECS team and help coordinate the sessions to ensure that our Speakers continue to have an impact on coaches globally.

Fun facts:

- I love to work out, but I also eat a lot!

- I am a huge fan of coffee. More espresso, Less depresso. More caffeine less stressing.

Bio:

Lyn holds a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication with a major in Journalism and hopes to pursue a Masters degree in the future.

She started working for WBECS about a year ago. The pandemic aided her in discovering a now-thriving career as a Virtual Assistant in the Philippines.

Her first position in the company was a Customer Service representative, after which she moved to the Admin team as a PC help desk representative and later assisted Jean during the Pre-Summit. With Jean’s support and shared knowledge, she was later transferred to work with Beth as a Speaker Selection and Community Curator Coordinator.