Amy's journey to coaching has been a circuitous one, informed by her personal experiences as much as her professional ones. Crowned as gifted in her childhood, she recently recognized that she has ADHD. With the diagnosis has come incredible clarity, including acceptance of her challenges and celebration of her unique strengths: comfort in her own skin. Amy is an International Coaching Federation certified coach (ACC) and a former strategy advisor in the nonprofit and philanthropy sector, online political organizer, and academic. She holds a master's degree in sociology from Harvard University and a B.A. in psychology and sociology from Indiana University. Through the peak of the pandemic, she dedicated three years to bolstering the community morale at a global software consultancy, as well as promoting inclusive and effective team practices in hybrid, remote, and distributed contexts. Her coaching is informed by her conscious dance and meditation practices. She counts Jack Kornfield, Tara Brach, Thich Nhat Hanh, Parker Palmer, and Lori Saltzman & Kathy Altman (of Open Floor International) among the teachers from whom she drew insight and inspiration. Having experienced the transformative power of effective coaching, she is committed to creating nonjudgmental space for clients to explore, grow, and create their own paths through and forward.

Steve Porcaro is a Navy veteran with over fifteen years of executive coaching experience. Prior to coaching, he was a surgical technologist for the Navy for five years, which started him on the road to becoming a sales leader in the field of medical devices. In 2005, Steve formed 1∙4∙All Coaching, LLC to formally provide sales and business coaching, consulting, seminars and other expert resources for surgical and medical device professionals and organizations. Steve’s education includes a degree in business, as well as advanced sales, negotiation, and leadership training. He has completed the Advanced Coaching Program (ACP) through Coach U, and is credentialed through the ICF. Steve works with successful, creative, and passionate people and organizations that want to sell more of their products, services, and ideas, and has created a loyal following. He is excited to coach veterans on how to present themselves most effectively when interviewing or communicating with potential employers.

Dr. Rebecca M. Reese is an experiential learning entrepreneur and leadership coach. Her perspective on everything is heavily influenced by her deep interest in leadership, social systems in general (and system dynamics in particular), mental models, and change. She is retired from a leadership career of 33 years in the U.S. federal government and currently works in leadership development and coaching. At DoD, she led various change initiatives affecting requirements and analysis processes, IT Security and IT Service management. She also led the Women Employee Resource Group. Rebecca’s Ph.D. is in human and organizational systems. She holds an M.A. in human and organizational Systems, an M.A. in Linguistics, and a B.A. in French. Rebecca received her Associate Certified Coach (ACC) credential from the International Coach Federation. She teaches a systems theory course as adjunct faculty for The Chicago School’s Washington, D.C. campus and is a member of the International Coach Federation and several other professional associations. She is certified in Emotional Intelligence (EQ-i 2.0).

Gillian Draleau is an experienced Executive, Career and Life Coach specializing in assisting clients step into their power to feel more joyful and fulfilled in their chosen life’s work. Gillian received her coaching training at the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching (iPEC) and is a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) credentialed by the International Coaching Federation (ICF) as well as a Master Practitioner in various mind-body modalities including Energy Leadership (ELI), Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP). Gillian takes a combined holistic approach with her clients that blends inner work with pragmatic skills training. By tapping into their intuitive wisdom and overcoming limiting beliefs and behaviors, Gillian empowers her clients to articulate and realize their desired potential and move towards a life of clarity, purpose, and confidence. She is a coach and mentor for Babson College’s Coaching for Leadership Teamwork Program (CLTP), and is a native of Ireland.

After over 30 of experience in business and the non-profit sectors, Laurel Forst founded her own coaching and consulting firm, which provides executive coaching, life and career transition coaching and business consulting. She received her coaching training and certification from the Hudson Institute, is certified as an Oasis in the Overwhelm trainer, a Focus Group Director, and with the Birkman Method, EQ in Action, and MBTI Assessments. She holds a B.A from the University of Massachusetts and an MBA from Iona College. Currently, Laurel is serving on the board of the Connecticut Chapter of International Coaching Federation (ICF). Prior to starting her coaching business, Laurel co-founded The Amherst Group Ltd. in 1991, a niche consulting firm focused on Shared Internal Services serving Fortune 500 companies. There she was the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Marketing Communications Officer and consulted on customer satisfaction utilizing interviewing, focus groups and survey techniques. Laurel is active in several nonprofit organizations in her hometown of Greenwich, Connecticut.

Christine Dorcheus is a certified life coach and a veteran of the United States Air Force (USAF) where her area of expertise was Acquisitions. She successfully transitioned into civilian life to become the Acquisition Manager at Buckley AFB in Aurora Colorado, where she presently works with all management and personnel levels within the Federal Government. With over 30 years experience working in the Federal Government as a manager and supervisor, Christine has worked directly with senior executives and has extensive experience mentoring, coaching and advising others on career and life decisions. She is looking forward to helping veterans through SBT to assist them and their families to move forward in their careers and life. Her coach certification comes from the Institute of Professional Excellence (IPEC) and she is a member of the Denver Colorado ICF. She is currently retired and living in Cortez, CO.

Jenna, as a certified coach, is well-equipped to guide individuals in achieving their personal and professional goals. This includes helping them build specific skillsets or address triggers that impact their quality of life, relationships, or work/business environment. Jenna's personal connection to the military, through her brother and best friend who both served, has fostered a deep understanding and commitment towards working with veterans, a context that she holds close to her heart. She is dedicated to supporting her clients in developing the skills and capabilities they desire to enhance. Common goals of Jenna's clients include transforming an inner critic, reducing emotional intensity, tackling avoidance patterns, establishing clear boundaries, learning effective models for difficult conversations, and enhancing communication styles, including parent-child interactions. In addition to her professional prowess, Jenna has achieved an advanced status as a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) from the International Coaching Federation and possesses a Somatic Experiencing certificate for resolving conflict, personal triggers, and trauma from Somatic Experiencing International. She has also earned a graduate degree in Management and Public Policy from the University of Pittsburgh and a Leadership and Performance Coach certification from Brown University. In her leisure time, Jenna enjoys being outdoors, participating in Irish dancing, and immersing herself in hands-on activities like remodeling her 101-year-old home, often getting covered in plaster and paint.

Jason Pelletier joined USCIS in 2016 and served five years as a divisional chief of staff. He is currently an agency level Program Manager in the Office of Human Capital and Training. Prior to joining USCIS, Jason served 22 years in the US Army and retired as a Lieutenant Colonel (LTC) from active duty in 2017. During this time, he served in various roles and functional areas, including Chief of Training and Development, Recruitment and Marketing Director, Adjunct Professor at the University of Vermont (UVM), Deputy Chief of Personnel, and Assistant Chief of Staff. He also served two combat tours in Iraq and Afghanistan and conducted operations in 15 other countries working with host nation partners across the span of his military career. Jason is personally and professionally driven to serve. Specifically, he seeks opportunities to help others develop, progress, and thrive. He recognizes that any success he has experienced in his career has been the result of others supporting and developing him. After almost 30 years in federal service, he has a strong desire to give-back in the most meaningful way possible. He is a Certified Professional Coach (CPC), International Coaching Federation (ICF) member, and has served as both a USCIS Coaching Ambassador and DHS Mentor in support of the Presidential Transition Team (PTT). He holds an undergraduate double major from the University of New Hampshire (UNH) in Psychology and Sociology and a Master’s in Organizational Leadership and Management from Indiana Wesleyan University (IWU). Jason earned his Executive Certificate in Leadership and Management from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and is also certified through the Dr. John C. Maxwell program as a trainer, coach, and speaker. Outside of USCIS, he is a certified Spartan SGX coach, a competitive endurance athlete, and avid golfer. Jason is the proud father of two children who he spends time with often.

Lily has been a professional coach since 2021, specializing in supporting individual navigating life transitions, particularly after significant career or relationship changes. She helps clients gain clarity and confidence in the face of uncertainty, addressing the common fear of stepping into the unknown. With a background as a registered nurse specializing in dual diagnoses (substance abuse and mental health), Lily integrates her clinical experience into her coaching practice. She believes that kindness, compassion, and encouragement are as essential as knowledge in supporting clients through difficult times. Her coaching approach is client-centered, meeting individuals where they are while also gently challenging them when needed. Lily utilizes various tools in her coaching, including the Energy Leadership Index assessment, journaling, meditation, and activities designed to help clients anchor their experiences and gain insight. Her focus is on creating a safe, supportive environment where clients can explore their challenges and unlock their potential. Outside of her coaching practice, Lily enjoys walking on the beach, spending time with her family, and traveling internationally at least once a year. Her holistic approach to coaching draws from both her nursing background and her passion for empowering individuals during periods of transition.

Neelam is a certified leadership coach and a courageous seeker of authentic fulfillment. Having navigated her own transformation, she provides a safe and powerful space to uncover your path to success through purposeful coaching, discover your answers, overcome limiting beliefs, and embrace your innate wisdom. She has over 20 years of finance leadership experience and over 12 years of entrepreneurship experience in the small business area. She coaches because it aligns perfectly with her purpose of life. She truly believes that she was born to help people live in consistent fulfillment. Neelam’s coaching process encompasses emotional intelligence, self-awareness, intuition development, trust, vision, purpose, and intuitive communication. By fostering a holistic and authentic leadership style, we catalyze insightful decision-making, harmonious team dynamics, and profound personal fulfillment. Key areas: Self-awareness: Cultivate a deep understanding of yourself, including strengths, weaknesses, and emotional intelligence, crucial for recognizing intuitive signals. Intuition development: Master intuitive abilities through mindfulness, meditation, visualization, and reflection, becoming attuned to your inner voice and instincts. Trusting intuition: Embrace inner guidance alongside logic and data, making empowered decisions that resonate with your instincts. Emotional intelligence: Develop emotional intelligence to manage both personal and professional emotions effectively. Vision and purpose: Clarify leadership and life goals, aligning actions with higher values. Intuitive communication: Enhance communication skills for a deeper connection with others. Neelam invites you to step into a purpose-driven journey, guided by her training and expertise, as you unveil your true potential. Embrace your calling, make meaningful shifts, and experience profound growth. Your journey towards a wholehearted life begins now.

Karen’s background includes banking, accounting, and 15 years in high tech systems consulting for the mobile telephony industry. For the last 16 years she’s been coaching a range of clients, from disadvantaged populations to executives with Fortune 100 companies. Karen has been trained on and utilizes a number of assessments, including MBTI, DISC, and StandOut. She believes in taking a strengths-based approach to coaching. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Finance and Accounting from the University of Colorado, as well as a Masters Degree in Business Administration, also from the University of Colorado. Karen was trained through Coach U and advanced coach training programs. She is a Board Certified Coach through the Center for Credentialing and Education, and holds the Master Masteries Coach designation through the International Association of Coaching. Karen is also the author of a well-received book – End Overwhelm Now: A Proven Process to Regain Control over Your Life.

Don Darling has been mentoring and helping people develop for many years. He became an Associate Certified Coach (ACC) through the International Coaching Federation (ICF) in 2015 and renewed his 3-year ACC Credential in 2018. He currently has more than 500 hours of coaching. Don has completed formal Training for Trainers in StrengthsFinders through Gallup University; Emotional Intelligence through TalentSmart; and Situational Leadership II through Blanchard. Don retired at the end of March 2018 as EMAD Director for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development in Chicago, IL where he supervised seven economists. In addition to working 29 years as an Economist, Supervisor, and Coach and Mentor for HUD, Don taught high school for 18 years and was an adjunct college instructor in the Albany, NY area. Don has a BA degree in math and economics from the University of Nebraska at Omaha, and an MPA from the University of Southern California.