WBECS Team

Amanda Michelle Echevarria

Inspiration:

I accepted the kind invitation of WBECS to become a Coach Host because it takes me to a wonderful unexplored country. Having the honor of being the liaison between my colleagues and the presenters fill me with joy!

Milestones:

- Being selected to become a full recipient of a 36-month Fulbright scholarship amongst 7000 applicants

- Looking back and knowing that I have been happy and learned from the best in every career move I have made.

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

Fun Facts:

- I have gone skydiving

- I am a melomaniac

Barbara Roche

Inspiration:

I am passionate about continuous learning and always raising my coaching game. I was very impressed with the WBECS program and wanted to do more. Step 1: Join the team. Step 2: Become a speaker (my next goal). Step 3: World domination.

Milestones:

- A client just told me last week that her life has changed because of our coaching engagement. She stepped out of her comfort zone, asked for a promotion and got it, and is living a healthier life. That is what it's all about.

- I created a women's leadership program that is now in it's sixth offering.

- I was named in a LinkedIn string as one of the best presentation coaches - completely unsolicited.

Fun Facts:

- I am a proud member of Red Sox Nation.

- I live a secret life as a fitness instructor.

David Taylor-Klaus

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:

- 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.

- As a mentor coach for both ICF and CTI, I have mentored & coached almost 100 coaches through their certification and 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.

Lucy Shenouda

Inspiration:

I want to sharpen my skills as a host and facilitator of conversations, to inspire and foster an enriching learning experience for coaches on a global level and to help those in attendance to feel included whether they post a question, comment, insight or are simply listening.

Milestones:

- Achieved a 25-year progressive corporate career as a marketing and branding specialist with role promotions and advanced responsibilities achieved consistently every eighteen months to two years

- Recognized as an exemplary leader across three continents with diverse organizations such as Rogers Broadcasting, Unilever, McDonald’s, Nestlé, Coca-Cola, General Motors, Showtime Arabia (aka OSN), with the added bonus of being invited to visit and learn from colleagues in diverse countries such as Canada (Ontario & BC), Egypt, UAE (Dubai), Lebanon, India, Algeria, Nigeria, Indonesia, Philippines, among others

- Achieved PCC credential while actively building a thriving coaching and consulting practice

Fun Facts:

- In Dubai 2009, I helped set up and facilitate a series of fire walks for a corporate event focused on the value of Courage; in preparation, I walked the fire walk 3-4 times in order to coach participants through the fire walk experience

- As an aspiring artist in my teenage years, I sketched a series of Egyptian art pieces. One of the sketches of King Tutankhamun was entered and chosen to be displayed at the Canadian National Exhibition

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.

Norma Hollis

Inspiration:

I was drawn to the opportunity to interact with phenomenal coaches. Like most of us I stay very busy. By being a host I am forced to slow down and learn something. 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.

- Certifying people across the United States as facilitators and coaches of the program.

- Recognizing that the program has broad application and introducing it to multiple industries.

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.

Andrew Wynne

Inspiration:

I really wanted to help facilitate great conversations that helped deepen the understanding and impact of the amazing content and experience of the WBECS guest coaches and speakers.

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 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.

Barb Girson

Inspiration:

I appreciate and value what WBECS offers coaches. As a Facilitator, I get to give back to the community, connect with other coaches around the world and continue to elevate my facilitation skills by learning from participants and the other Facilitators. The other Facilitators are amazing and so is Chris Alexander who runs the program.

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!

Milestones:

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

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

- Competencies as a result of blogs/articles published by the International Coach Federation (ICF), as of 2017.

Fun Facts:

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

- I savor all life's moments -- living by a motto passed on by my mom -- "Life is for Living!"

Carrie Doubts

Inspiration:

I am a coaching nerd/geek. I love conversations about coaching and am excited about this opportunity to facilitate these kinds of discussions.

Milestones:

- Reaching 6-figure income and maintaining that level for the past 3 years

- 3,000 hours coaching - applying for MCC this year

- Launching Facilitator's Training Program for Divorce Group Coaching

Fun Facts:

- I lived in South Africa and Israel in my 20's.

- I played professionally in a symphony orchestra for 20 years

Cheryl Thacker

Inspiration:

To help coaches learn and grow and to enhance the coaching industry!

Milestones:

- PCC Credential

- BCC Credential

- Hosting an In-Person Event for Coaches

Fun Facts:

- Mom of 3 boys who are now men!

- Love to travel especially to the beach and want to live there one day!

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

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.

Gordon Hunkin

Inspiration:

The WBECS mission to significantly raise the global standard of coaching is inspiring. I felt that by being more involved I could help in achieving this mission and, at the same, time rise my own standard as a coach.

Milestones:

- Being a trainer of coaches.

- Gaining clients where I work across the whole spectrum of their business.

Fun Facts:

- I have only had a 9 to 5 job for about 5 years of my 40+ working career.

- Some of the most fun and fulfilling part of my life is as a part time pastor.

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.

Fun Facts:

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

- I make a mean profiterole.

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.

Kelly Deutsch

Inspiration:

I love creating space for connection! One of the best parts about WBECS is the live interaction and relationships formed with fellow seekers, deep divers, and lifelong learners.

Milestones:

- In one year, I published a #1 bestseller, launched the first contemplative formation program of its kind, and planned my first contemplative retreat! It was a busy and rewarding year.

- I launched a lot of firsts for the group of organizations I work for. I designed their leadership development program for their executive team, started a mentorship program to improve employee retention and build the leadership pipeline, launched a Stay Interview process, onboarding program, and group coaching program.

Fun Facts:

- I almost became a nun! Was in a convent for 3 years.

- I'm moving to the West coast of the US for the first time! I've lived in 10 different places around the world, but never the West coast. Getting ready for gorgeous scenery!

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.

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.

Lisa Chenofsky Singer

Inspiration:

I applied to be a WBECS Facilitator as I love the community of professionals as we engage in dialogue and sharing that brings learning alive!

Milestones:

- Earning my Professional Certified Coach (PCC)

- Being an Adjunct Professor

- Having a diverse career in Executive & Career Coach, Learning & Development, Human Resources, & Communications

Fun Facts:

- I love being spontaneous! 

- I love meeting people 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 last year and attended the IM's. I found them very fascinating & enriching experience and immediately decided  "What if I get the chance to be a facilitator?" and contribute to this wonderful forum. As a Facilitator I wanted to stretch my limits in facilitating a diverse & cross cultural group of coaches and learn from them, and most importantly make 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, I am currently in the 3rd year of being a solopreneur as a Founder & Chief Executive Coach of EQUIPOISE

- In the last three years I have coached more than a 100+ executives either individually or in a team setting.

Fun Facts:

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

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. 

Sara Pongiluppi

Inspiration:

I adhere to WBECS values and mission, enjoy and love to learn and grow with the wonderful community it attracts, I want to make my contribution.

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

- Developed and implemented a pilot coaching programme to support an association of Women Victims of Violence with resilience building

Fun facts:

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

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

Sonja Vlaar

Inspiration:

The exchange of information in the IM sessions with coaches from all over the world is invigorating. It is a great opportunity for deepening my learnings.

Milestones:

- In 2002 I graduated as an MSc supervisor in the Netherlands. The topic of my thesis was “Online Supervision & Coaching”. In those days (17 years ago) digital instruments for learning were not accepted among coaches. My colleagues found it weird and disapproved the idea of virtual coaching conversations. Against the odds I was a leaper and kept trying to work virtually with clients. Nowadays, I am still a leaper in the community of Dutch coaches in striving to be part of a global digital context with WBECS. I did online courses( ORSCC, Conversational Intelligence and Narrative Coaching) and I have virtual calls practically every day. I believe this to be the future way of life and learning for all.

- After my first study at university in The Netherlands (nutrition & health) I lived for five years (‘80-’85) in Mozambique. Living there as a young mother has enormously impacted my identity.  Being raised in the very individualistic Dutch culture, it was a challenge to work and live in the African culture that focuses on the “We” instead of “I”. I am proud of being influenced by the African culture. Since then I supported many NGOs in Africa.

- Together with a Dutch colleague we founded the Dutch Organisation & Relationship-System Coaching (ORSC ) Community of Practice for Dutch speaking ORSC coaches. In three years it has grown into an active community,  supported with a website, social media and regular activities for practicing ORSC tools. I am in the board. As a community we are growing to the next level of organization.

Fun Facts:

- I love to dance the tango from Argentina, because of the sensitivity of the music and physical connectedness by the hearts. When one partner does not (dare to) lean on the other partner with its chest, and not (dare to ) go for mutual dependency, the magic of co-creation and the beautiful dance-movements will not happen. This tango is a metaphor for the challenge in my partnerships.

- I celebrate playfulness with my grandson. He is now 1 1/2 years and in our conversation dynamics we co-create. I can’t wait until he starts talking and we will have conversations with words.

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.

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

- Coaching over 400 leaders since 2015

- Becoming a peer coach mentor and coach trainer

Fun Facts:

- I have been in a circus

- I make wicked guava jam from my own trees

Julie Sim

Inspiration:

To contribute and be involved in the WBECS community.

Milestones:

- Starting my own business as a Coach and a Facilitator.

- Becoming an Associate Certified Coach (ACC) through the International Coach Federation (ICF).

- Becoming a Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach.

Fun facts:

- I love to go on overnight tramping (hiking) trips with my friends carrying our tent and food - it's the challenge, the beauty and the company that makes it so amazing!

- I'm back studying a Masters in Conflict and Terrorism this year.

Karla Angel

Inspiration:

The WBECS content is great and I am happy to help an organization that's helping coaches!

Milestones:

- I launched my coaching business

- I spoke at a Moth story SLAM event (if you haven't checked out the Moth yet, you should!)

- I launched a group coaching program to help women in tech grow their confidence

Fun facts:

- I've been in a snowstorm in a desert.

- I've visited 4 countries this year!

Lyne Tumlinson

Inspiration:

I had tried a couple of other ways to be involved, but they didn't match my strengths. Since I'm mainly a kinesthetic learner and take notes to help focus my listening, it was a natural fit!

Milestones:

- ICF PCC credential

- 2018 doubled my income

- Chosen to be a contract coach with a big project run by Janet Harvey

Fun Facts:

- At 62, still a competitive swimmer

- My MA is in Russian and East European Studies; currently coaching two leaders who are located in Moscow.

Maeve O'Byrne

Inspiration:

I enjoyed the webinars in the previous year, and wanted to spend more time absorbing the information, by being a note taker I was able to accomplish that and more.

Milestones:

- PCC level coach Mentor Coach certification

- Working with Indigenous leaders to support their growth

Fun Facts:

- As a 10 year old I thought I could fly and jumped off a two storey building to prove it!

- I think Winnie the Pooh is the wisest being ever

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!)

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. 

Jessi Lacosta

Inspiration:

Working at WBECS gives me the opportunity to make a deep impact on the world. I believe this impact can have ripple effects - when I contribute my energy and approaches in a strategic yet compassionate form of leadership, those I interact with go on to deeply impact those they interact with, and so on. Ultimately, all of us get to play a part in impacting the world for the better.

Fun Facts:

- One of my childhood nicknames was Wildfire. As a teenager and young adult, it became Piglet

- I have often had non-domesticated animals get very close to me. Once a wild bird smaller than my hand (I think it was a House Wren) landed on my deck. For several days she allowed me to feed, hold, and pet her  - and yes, I have pictures!

- Once while driving in downtown Baltimore, I saw an elderly woman waiting in the rain at a bus stop. I simultaneously felt a deep sense of sadness, fear, and knowing. I made a u-turn, pulled up to her, rolled down my window, and asked if she needed a ride. She had been waiting for hours after having gone to church and no bus! I took her home and it turned out she lived in the same apartment building as 2 of my friends, so I asked them to check in on her from time to time. 

Bio: 

Jessi believes in positively affecting the triple bottom line: People, Planet, and Profit. She has contributed to this effort as a coach, consultant, and founder of an online Institute. She has 25+ years of experience working in various capacities across public, private, and non-profit sectors in strategic communications, program development, organizational effectiveness, coaching, and leadership development. This allows her to align skills and passion with the role of Director, Program Innovation at WBECS.  

Jessi views situations at a systems-level and yet appreciates the diverse talent that comes with each team member. She understands that the “whole is greater than the sum of the parts.” Her education in Interpersonal Neurobiology (IPNB) has equipped Jessi with deepened insight into managing crises and conflict along with developing people to their fullest potential. She was one of the first in the United States to use IPNB along with brand development, conflict management, and coaching to develop programs, build businesses, and improve upon leadership processes. She has also designed and delivered BCC-Approved Coach Certification Programs as well as Continuing Education programs in the areas of life transitions, leadership, and resilience.

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.

Lorna Catherine Neill-Manipol

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. 

Nina Claiben Alindogan

Inspiration:

I am always driven to do my best and am interested in making things better. I believe in the saying, “hard work beats talent every time talent doesn’t work as hard”.

Fun Facts:

- I am a fan of James Patterson and Stephen King. I would rather spend my Friday nights on a couch than out partying

- I marked my 37th birthday by getting my first tattoo which is my zodiac sign

- I volunteered as a field reporter during a national election which put my life in danger

Bio:

Nina Alindogan is from the Philippines and has a college degree in Accounting. She was a member of her school’s organization and newspaper back in college. She has an extensive background in Office Administration, Finance, and Human Resources.

Nina is the first member of the WBECS team. She’s been with WBECS for 9 years and has worked on almost all programs, including the World Business and Executive Coach Summit, Narrative Coach, Conversational Intelligence® for Coaches, Coaching with ROI, and Coach Master Toolkit.

Currently, she is the Support Team Manager and is responsible for managing the whole Philippines team.