WHO WE ARE

We say the hard stuff. Expert coaches who see you and your strengths.

Christina McFadden in cartoon form

Christina Mcfadden, M.S., CPCC, PCC

CEO & FOUNDER

Facilitator, Team Coach, & Leadership Coach

Christina specializes in executive presence, group dynamics, and identifying verbal and nonverbal communication patterns while helping leaders become aware of their impact.

Through her 20+ years of experience in leadership and as a facilitator, she has helped multiple leaders and teams develop skills that support rapid growth.

Edwin Vega

Edwin Vega, CPCC, PCC

Facilitator & Leadership Coach

As a former professional singer (and Grammy winner), Edwin specializes in coaching corporate leaders and facilitating workshops and retreats to enhance their impact and presence.

His coaching focuses on scaling leadership, strengthening team relationships, and increasing leadership effectiveness.

Leanne French

Leanne French, CPCC, PCC, ORSC

Facilitator, Team Coach & Leadership coach

Leanne is an Executive Leadership Coach and Facilitator who helps leaders and high potential performers create strategies for transformational adaptation and increased bottom lines.

Her expertise includes Leadership Strategy, conflict management, fostering relationships, and developing authentic expression.

JOHN NICKEL, M.B.A., CPCC, PCC

LEADERSHIP COACH

John helps clients harness underused strengths and shares extensive management and communication best practices to build tangible skills. 

He often works with clients to enhance their strategic thinking, leadership presence, empathy, and decision making.

Shabnam Golmohammadi

Shabnam Golmohammadi, CPCC, ACC

Facilitator & Leadership Coach

Shab is a leadership and mindset coach who creates an open and dynamic space for growth, specializing in executive presence by creating a growth mindset through mindfulness practices and intentional action.

She has coached leaders at all levels in the Tech and Retail industries.

Don'Angelo Bivens

Don’Angelo Bivens, M.S., CPCC, PCC, ORSC

Facilitator & Leadership Coach

Don'Angelo, a seasoned professional certified coach, speaker, and facilitator, possesses a profound understanding of human behavior and performance.

With 20 years of experience coaching and training thousands of leaders worldwide, his engaging, direct, and compassionate style empowers leaders to recalibrate internal conversations and align with their aspirations.

Kathy Laurnen

Kathy Laurnen, CPCC, PCC

Leadership Coach

Kathy is an intuitive coach who focuses on shifting perspectives and adopting a growth mindset, drawing on her 20+ years of leadership experience in various industries.

She uses different frameworks and incorporates neuroscience to help individuals and groups create new ways of thinking and being for a more fulfilling life.

Christopher Veal

CHRISTOPHER VEAL, CPCC, PCC

Facilitator & Leadership coach

Christopher specializes in communication and executive presence, drawing upon his experience as a Marine officer and in executive development to help leaders become more effective and confident.

He is also a global influencer and speaker on evolving masculinity, and the author of The Whole Man.

Tara Robertson

Tara Robertson, CPCC, ACC

Leadership Coach

Tara Robertson is a dynamic leadership coach and DEI consultant, empowering underrepresented leaders to unleash their potential and drive systemic change.

With her intersectional feminism and extensive experience in technology and corporate spaces, Tara is a catalyst for unapologetic success and a champion for equality and inclusion.

Conrad Hayter

Conrad Hayter, CPCC, PCC

Facilitator & Leadership Coach

Conrad is a Leadership Coach, Air Force Veteran, Trainer and Facilitator.  

He believes together we are stronger.  He delights in growing leaders, cultivating team connection and playing outside.

Janice Litchenwaldt

Janice Lichtenwaldt, CPCC, PCC

Facilitator, Team Coach & Leadership Coach

Janice is an experienced leadership coach who specializes in emotional intelligence and collaborative leadership, having co-founded women's leadership programs at both Expedia and T-Mobile.

She is also an international best-selling author and host of the I Am Virago podcast.

Andy Cogniliaro

Andy Conigliaro, CPCC, ACC

Leadership Coach

Andy is a seasoned executive specializing in operations, finance, and business strategy, offering coaching services to help leaders achieve lasting satisfaction, balance, and transformation. 

With a proven track record and extensive experience, Andy provides a neutral, accountable, and creative sounding board to support and challenge clients on their journey towards professional and personal growth.

Jessica McClure

Jessica McClure, CPCC, PCC

Leadership Coach

Jessica is a direct, energetic and intuitive coach who brings expert tools, the courage to challenge, and a deep understanding of how to explore and remove subconscious beliefs that are holding individuals back from stepping into their most authentic and effective, Leadership self.  

With an extensive corporate real estate background that required collaboration across many disciplines, Jessica works with individuals to reach new perspectives while holding them accountable to take uncomfortable actions, in order to create change from an empowered, soul-driven place. 

Nate McFadden

Design & Tech Wizard

Nate is a highly skilled professional specializing in operations and design, utilizing his expertise to deliver seamless and visually captivating experiences. With an eye for aesthetics and a talent for problem-solving, he meticulously ensures that everything functions smoothly and efficiently.

Nate's behind-the-scenes efforts are instrumental in making a positive impact on the digital landscape, one pixel at a time.

Stephanie Rincon

Stephanie RinCon

Client Experience & Operations Superstar

Stephanie is our multi-talented superhero, dedicated to fulfilling all your client needs and rocking the world of operations.

When it comes to delivering exceptional service and ensuring smooth operations, Stephanie is the unstoppable force behind the scenes, making magic happen with a smile.

Annie Gaudette

Annie Gaudette

Numbers Navigator

Annie is a number-crunching wizard and financial aficionado with nearly 15 years of accounting experience under her belt.

With her meticulous eye for detail and a passion for all things numbers, she keeps the books balanced and the team dancing with joy at the sight of accurate financial records.

Happy chatter from those who matter

  • "My coach has transformed the way I see myself and manage my professional & personal lives."

    My coach has equipped me with so many tools by way of real reflection. Not always the easiest to hear, the observations and feedback they had for me spoke to me in a way that my defenses were down the very same day I first met them. That speaks to their skills, personality, and authenticity. And for that, I am grateful to them, and to my company for allowing our paths to cross.

    — VP of Engineering

  • "Really direct, clear Feedback and Engagement."

    It was amazing the useful nuggets that came out of a 30 minute session.

    — Pop Up Coaching Client

  • "My coach is an absolute pleasure to work with."

    They helped me explore my edges, boundaries, strengths, and areas of growth. I feel like, in the time we’ve known each other, I’ve grown into a different person entirely. I’m super excited about the changes to keep on rollin’.

    — VP of Marketing

  • "I was impressed at how fast the coach was."

    They were able to pick up on some key themes and teach me an approach to managing the issue.

    — Pop Up Coaching Client

  • "I'm so grateful for the wisdom & joyfulness my coach brings to their work."

    They ask sharp questions, really listen, improv and push into unexpected directions, that lights up exciting new pathways. Unusually insightful — their process wasn't at all what I expected and was just what I needed.

    — Head of Strategy

  • "I asked myself questions I never thought about."

    — Client from Algolia

  • "It wasn't what I expected. It was so much better!"

    My coach saw exactly what I needed with little to no background knowledge! They really see people and connected with me.

    — Client from the University of Washington

  • "My coach helped me identify how things feel rather than just what I think about things. "

    A great take-away was a powerful visualization for what inner peace looks like.

    — Pop Up Coaching Client

  • MY COACH has truly transformed the way I see myself, and manage my professional and personal responsibilities.

    You've equipped me with so many tools by way of real reflection. Not always the easiest to hear, the observations and feedback you had for me spoke to me in a way that my defenses were down the very same day I first met you. That speaks to your skills, personality and authenticity. And for that I am grateful to you, and to my company for allowing our paths to cross. I can't thank you enough!

    CEO & Founder

  • My coach is, in a word, committed.

    She takes the time to explain various coaching methods and she's a fantastic listener. Further, Christina is someone who really helps you look inside and understand yourself. She asks the right questions and guides you through exercises meant to help you tackle difficult topics.

    Board Member and Strategic Advisor

  • I am so grateful for the opportunity to work with my coach and for the wisdom and joyfulness she brings to her work.

    She asks sharp questions, really listens, improvs and pushes into unexpected directions, and lights up exciting new pathways. Unusually insightful -- her process wasn't at all what I expected and was just what I needed.

    Executive Director & COO

  • "Best use of a half-hour this week!"

    I was amazed at how much ground we were able to cover in 30 minutes, and I walked out with a neat cognitive-behavioral tool.

    — Client from Stripe

  • "The coach made a good connection with me in the short period of time."

    I left the session feeling energized and ready to move forward.

    — Pop Up Coaching Client

  • "Great attitude and I felt at ease with sharing."

    It felt like an open area to speak about almost anything. It was helpful and insightful, and helped change my perspective about a few things in my life.

    — Client from MedAmerica

  • Janice was positive, help me rethink things in a way that would help me be successful.

    I heard another colleague call it "professional therapy." That's accurate! I would offer a way for individuals to follow up on their own time if that's possible -- give the rates for an hour long session for example.

    — Pop Up Coaching Client

  • "The coach taught me a lot about a style of interacting with others, without even discussing it."

    I learned a lot from her just by her questions, how she maneuvered through the conversation, and her attention to detail.

    — Client from MedAmerica

  • "Thank you for ensuring an actionable item was identified for me at the end."

    Really helpful to ensure next steps and this is not a stand alone 30 min conversation.

    — Pop Up Coaching Client

  • "My coach helped point me in a direction that I was looking for, but couldn't see on my own."

    They read between the lines of what I was saying to help me make sense of what I was sharing with them but couldn't pin down myself. It was extremely helpful to have them as a sound board and to have them coach me through my own thoughts.

    — Client from MedAmerica

  • "Loved the opportunity to have a supportive ear for my hopes and dreams."

    — Pop Up Coaching Client

  • "It was really engaging."

    We had a very authentic productive discussion. They had a lot of warmth and was very approachable, made it easy to get right into it.

    — Client from Algolia

  • "My coach was willing to meet me where I was at in the moment, and that moment was pretty intense. "

    I am very grateful to her for holding that space and encouraging me to explore it.

    — Client from Stripe