With over 15 years of expertise in executive coaching, training, and development and over 12 years as a mental health therapist and career counseling professional, Mark empowers professionals at all levels to navigate their career paths with keen insight. As an International Coaching Federation Associate Certified Coach and Mentor Coach (ACC), Mark combines emotional intelligence, trust building, open communication, and results-driven goal setting to individuals at all levels of their professional development. Mark is particularly skilled in working with professionals with a history of addictions and mental health issues as well as the LGBTQ+ community. As a retired federal employee, Mark has over 10 years of successfully coaching current and former federal workers. Mark brings dedication and passion to serving as a coach and is committed to empowering individuals to create meaningful change in their lives.

Azra Syed is an ICF-certified executive leadership coach specializing in leadership, wellbeing, and career transitions. With expertise in organizational development, she helps clients align their strengths with meaningful opportunities, supporting them through career changes with clarity and purpose. With a focus on wellbeing and self-care, her holistic coaching approach helps restore confidence, enabling her clients to navigate transitions with intention and build resilience to face uncertainty and change. Azra is passionate about women's empowerment. Her multicultural background and multilingual skills allow her to connect deeply with diverse communities, including immigrants, refugees, and members of underrepresented communities.

Roya Ellis has more than 20 years experience building teams, coaching national security leaders to accomplish the United States' mission, and helping managers to succeed in cross-cultural work environments. They most recently served as Chief of Staff, Facilities and Operations, for the Department of Commerce. At the Department of State, Roya built a coaching and leadership development program as Director of Public Diplomacy Talent for the Under Secretary of Public Diplomacy Office of Policy, Planning, and Resources. They had a 17 year career in the Foreign Service in 2006 that included diplomatic assignments in the U.S. Missions to India, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Israel. Roya has also served as American Citizen Services Division Chief for East Asia and Pacific and as a Senior Communications Advisor. They oversaw the Departments consular safety and security information program on travel.state.gov. Roya holds an ACC credential from the International Coaching Federation and SHRM-CP from the Society for Human Resource Management."

Blake Carlton studied Journalism and Religious Studies at New York University and received and MBA-MPP (public policy) dual degree from the University of Maryland. After grad school, Blake worked with a major health insurance company before joining the US federal government, as an Executive Assistant with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid. In the years since starting his role with the US government, Blake completed Coaching Training at Coach U and was credentialed as an Associate Certified Coach (ACC) by the International Coaching Federation (ICF) in August 2024. Blake now focuses his coaching practice on Relationship and Career Coaching, however, he utilizes the Wheel of Life to get a full perspective on his client's life and needs. He then works with his clients find their FiFI - their Fun, Freedom, and Intention, helping them identify and prioritize how best to expend their valuable resources - their money, energy, and time - in the wisest way possible, allowing them to not just live or survive, but to thrive.

Karen Pambianchi, ACC Karen Pambianchi is an executive leadership coach, workshop facilitator, and strategic team coach who helps professionals develop leadership presence, communication skills, and confidence while fostering high-performing teams. She holds an Associate Certified Coach (ACC) credential from the International Coaching Federation and an Advanced Certification in Team Coaching from Brown University. Additionally, she is a Certified Emotional Intelligence Practitioner, Color Code Interpersonal Skills Trainer, Grow Coaching Certified Facilitator, and Certified Life Coach. With a background in corporate and non-profit event planning, marketing, and fundraising, Karen brings a deep understanding of relationship-building, engaged listening, and strategic development. She has worked across industries including healthcare, retail, hospitality, manufacturing, transportation, technology, financial services, education, architecture, construction, and legal sectors, as well as with consultants and entrepreneurs. Her expertise lies in helping professionals align their values and vision with their leadership goals. Karen's facilitation style creates impactful learning experiences, fostering peer-to-peer connections and lasting professional growth. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from Providence College and has been issued a U.S. government security clearance. Based in Northern Massachusetts, she is an active volunteer, youth sports team manager, and dedicated cheer, dance, and gymnastics mom.

Marc is an ICF-certified (PCC) professional Executive and Leadership coach with over two decades of experience in the technology sector leading high-performing Sales Engineering and Professional Services teams Akamai Technologies, Inc. As the founder and principal coach of Brightway Coaching & Consulting, he specializes in strengths-based coaching, leadership development programs, and team workshops, guiding clients to identify and leverage their unique talents for personal and professional growth.​ Marc holds esteemed credentials, including an International Coach Federation (ICF) PCC, Newfield Network Certified Coach (NCC), Terma Certified Executive Coach (TCEC), and Gallup Certified Strengths Coach.

Bret is a former Marine that is married and has three children. He specialize in leadership coach and completed his coaching course work in June 2024 and is currently working toward a level two certificate. Bret has a Masters degree from the University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill in health administration. He has expertise in person and professional coaching with five plus years coaching senior healthcare administrative leaders. His goal as a coach is to be a creative thought partner that will collaborate with you to address and understand obstacles so you can move around, over, or through them to achieve your optimal wellbeing, resilience, and human.

Suman King, PhD is an Executive Coach, Career Coach, Author, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, and the founder of Arch Bridge Coaching and Consulting. Suman’s extensive 20+ years of experience in Government Healthcare, IT, and Acquisition Management makes her a sought-after thinking partner for leaders in these sectors. Suman uses a systems-centered, strengths-based perspective that is proven for individuals resulting in increased productivity and career growth. Suman’s signature consulting program and coaching services is S.O.A.R. – Self Discovery, Optimize, Align, and Realize – gives individuals, businesses, and their systems the insight they need to accomplish their biggest goals. She works with individuals who would like to map, steer, or accelerate their career pathways at any stage of their journey. Suman graduated with a PhD in Clinical Psychology from the University of Oregon. Then, she completed a post-doctorate at The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. She is also the co-author of Preventing Drug Abuse Among Children and Adolescents: A Research-Based Guide. Currently, Suman is obtaining her international coaching certification from Mentor Coach.

Amy coaches her clients to capture the energy and vitality pivotal to success and balance in their personal and professional lives. She is trained in leadership methodologies, movement techniques, martial arts and self defense, which she incorporates into her approach to coaching. As a somatic specialist with nearly 10 years experience teaching movement, Amy thinks of coaching as the wake up call to get up and get moving in your personal and professional life. Amy encourages and challenges her clients to practice deep awareness of their own potential and of their ability to impact the lives of others. She has 20+ years experience as a Community Events Director, and a Marketing and Public Relations Specialist. In addition to her Coaching Certification from the Coaches Training Institute (ACC) and the International Coach Federation (PCC), she is a Mentor Coach for the Kresser Institute Adapt Coach training program and an adjunct lecturer at Bloomfield College in NJ. Amy holds a Masters in Journalism from Northwestern University and a Bachelors of Arts from Cornell University.

Stephanie is a dedicated life coach with a passion for social and emotional wellness. With licensing from the University of Wisconsin, Madison, and the International Coaching Federation, Stephanie began her coaching journey in 2020. Alongside her M.A.L.S. in history, she has been a full-time high school teacher for over two decades. From Wisconsin to Romania as a Peace Corps volunteer, and economic development in Cincinnati, Stephanie has embraced diverse experiences. Her teaching career in Chicago has sharpened her skills as an educator while managing marriage, and a dynamic job, and raising her "2E" children has taught her valuable lessons about facing the unexpected and overcoming adversity. Throughout her career, Stephanie has prioritized social and emotional wellness in various roles, including teacher, student advisor, mentor, department chair, faculty council representative, and now as a professional life coach. Guided by her extensive knowledge and love for others, Stephanie provides calm, attentive listening, incisive questioning, and levity as needed. She genuinely enjoys connecting with clients and supporting them in living their best lives. ​ Stephanie resides in Chicago with her two children, and their cat, Leonardo. When not coaching, she enjoys cooking, reading, and having fun with loved ones.

Debbie Leoni, President of Being Fearless Coaching, is a Master Certified Coach with the International Coach Federation. As an Executive Coach, Debbie partners with senior leaders from Fortune 500 companies and diverse industries and backgrounds to help them unlock their full potential and achieve their personal and professional goals. Debbie has over 18 years of experience as a certified coach, speaker, and facilitator, and holds the prestigious credential of Master Certified Coach (MCC) from the International Coach Federation (ICF). Debbie uses the Integrative Enneagram Personality tool to assist her clients in understanding their internal world and what motivates them. Debbie specializes in spiritual, leadership, and coaching her clients to shift their fears into fearlessness.

Dot is a scientific researcher by education, training, and job position, but have achieved emotional and soft skills to develop a well rounded approach in life and coaching. Coaching training is one example. Dot has unofficially practiced coaching for a few years with a mixture of mentoring, peer to peer counseling, and being a leader. Dot graduated from Interior Coach Training Program, or ICTP, an official coaching program. The program equipped me with the knowledge and opportunity to explore the dynamics of leadership coaching through exploring values, conflict, confidence, mindset, self-care and much more. She has had the pleasure of coaching clients in a variety of military, federal employees, and the public, ranging from entry-, mid- and high-levels. Dot believes in the value of trust and open dialogue. Coaching is powerful, and she feels privileged to be part of the clients’ growth. Dot supports a coaching environment where both the client and coach shows up authentic, genuine, caring, and curious. She believe in acceptance of ones’ true self and knowing/accepting that we evolve. With clients she is there to help them understand and embrace their whole selves, gain clarity, focus their thinking, boost confidence, set goals, improve mindset, behaviors, and communication. She loves being able to significantly increase many aspects of self-awareness while helping them build up their performance, skills, confidence, communication, and relationships. Clients can expect a space for them to show up authentic. Whatever they need, she is there for them. She approaches coaching sessions with following the client on whatever adventure they take, whether they are problem solving, establishing goals, discovering their mindset, values, or feelings, or exploring the future. Clients are safe to fumble and encouraged to be honest, creative, and explore different perspectives. She partners with her clients to go to hard places and challenge them. All of this is in service of their growth and accomplishment of their goals. Come as you are, let’s explore, and see where we can go on this adventure…together! Dot holds a PhD in Hydrology and is federal employee. While not at work you can find her on one of her Harleys riding around the country!