Arthur Sherwood facilitates the onsite and online Positive Leadership course. He is the David Cole Professor of Entrepreneurship, Director of WWU’s Entrepreneurship & Innovation Programs. He teaches and researches human-centered entrepreneurship and innovation education with a focus on well-being and coaching promoting flourishing practices for lifelong changemaking. He is an experienced entrepreneur and certified executive coach and is actively engaged as co-founder of Reimagine by Design, LLC and member-owner of Columinate, a cooperatively owned consulting business. Arthur has years of coaching experience, but also happily crosses the line to mentorship when it helps.

Brandon Bennett is a Mindful Leadership Coach, supporting purpose-centered executives, entrepreneurs, and non-profit leaders in reclarifying their life’s vision, so they can live more peacefully productive, balanced, and emotionally authentic lives. Holding a Bachelors in Exercise Sport Science & Sport Management, as well as having certifications in Holistic Health, Positive Leadership, Mindfulness based Meditation, and Mind-Body Psychology, he assists individuals and teams in creating sustainable strategies to enhance mental clarity and well-being, in order to focus their energy on what matters most and create an even greater impact in the world. Having previously worked as a Senior Sales Executive for the Dallas Cowboys of the NFL as well as the Arizona Diamondbacks of the MLB, in addition to the educational space as a Mindfulness Teacher & Mentor within the private school sector, he has a diverse knowledge on the inner workings of the corporate, non-profit, and educational segments. A world traveler at heart, Brandon has been to over 30 countries and now currently resides in Costa Rica, which he absolutely loves and is grateful to call his home for the past three years. His mission is to be a deeply present bridge in the world, so that individuals who feel called to step into a higher expression of themselves, live more meaningful and personally fulfilling lives, as well as create a positive impact in the world, can be supported with great intention and presence on the path of doing so.

Dionne Clabaugh EdD is a mentor and coach with a human-centered approach that’s grounded in autonomy, metacognition, self-mastery, and self-regulation. Her work and publications are grounded in Self-Determination Theory, constructivism, collaborative relationships, and reflective practices for personal and professional growth. Since 1998 Dr. Dionne has taught in community colleges and universities. She works with the University of New Mexico’s Mentoring Institute’s annual conference and is co-designer and co-facilitator of their Mentoring MicroCredentials, teaches at West Valley College and the San Jose Museum of Quilts and Textiles, and has a private practice of mentoring clients. She is also a contributing member in Educators for Peaceful Classrooms and Communities doing training, development, and strategic planning. She loves what she does, and actively builds others’ capacity for life-long success!

Gabriela Cevallos, facilitates the Designing Your Life course. She is also a Certified Life and Leadership Coach and has a background in Peace Education, Social Innovation Management, Communication and Positive Psychology. Gaby is the founder of The Life Experiment where she designs experiences for organizations to increase the well-being of their employees. She also helps individuals connect with themselves, their purpose, and design a life and online business they love through personalized workshops, coaching sessions and transformational online programs. Gaby will hold a safe and brave space for you to overcome your blocks, feel grounded and confident to lead your life and career with more joy and ease

Gabriela Montalto is a coach, mentor, speaker, and facilitator in subjects such as Happiness, Conscious Leadership, and Emotional Intelligence Skills. With more than 1,000 hours in coaching, training, and workshops, she is also a partner and founder of Media Masters S.A. Costa Rica, a consultant company focused on talent management, communication, and innovation. She studied at the University of Costa Rica and has a bachelor in Information Systems. She shares with many people her passion for emotional intelligence skills, being the producer and host of the radio talk show “Camino en Positivo” (Positive Paths) on 89.1 Radio Costa Rica.

Jason Ighani is a coach, facilitator and team development practitioner with over 15 years of experience, working extensively in the humanitarian and global development fields. He has unique expertise in the re-design and development of multi-cultural, mission critical teams and has dedicated his professional career to creating the conditions for effective and meaningful collaboration where it is most needed. He is also the founder and CEO of The Humanitarian Coaching Network, a global community of coaches that subsidizes and provides large scale individual and group coaching support to humanitarian staff, particularly those serving in the most isolated and complex duty stations. His personal coaching practice welcomes a diverse range of clients, but focuses primarily on supporting the inner work of men in positions of power. He is currently based in Costa Rica.

John Lack is a leadership coach, facilitator, and consultant specializing in authentic leadership, personal development, and cultural transformation in organizations. Based in Berlin and Stockholm, he supports changemakers worldwide in developing a unique and inspiring leadership style. As a coach for The School of Life, he trains leaders to foster psychological safety, empowerment, and trust. At WEVOLVE, he facilitates culture transformation processes for human-centered organizations, and at the Academy for Transformationdesign, he trains leaders to design meaningful change in business and society. He is also the author of children’s books on nonviolent communication and understanding the body’s signals. John’s path – from robotics and strategy consulting to nonviolent communication and selfleadership – reflects his belief that true transformation starts within. His experience blends leadership coaching, organizational development, strategy consulting, trauma-informed facilitation, and mindfulness into a holistic approach. His core intention is to empower changemakers to have the impact they truly deserve – and that the world deeply needs.

Kim Black is a ​leadership coach, speaker, and the founder of Sage Leadership & Wellness. She brings more than 25 years of experience in executive leadership, including roles at PwC and across the public, private, and nonprofit sectors. Kim is known for helping leaders move beyond burnout, reconnect to their values, and lead with greater clarity, integrity, and impact. She holds certifications in coaching, well-being, and lifestyle medicine, and her approach blends research-backed strategies with deep listening, honest conversation, and a touch of humor. Based in New Mexico, Kim also designs and facilitates programs focused on sustainable leadership and personal renewal.

Julie Jones, MA, MCC is a Master Certified Coach who has worked extensively as an Executive Coach and Consultant for over twenty-five years. Based in Vancouver, Canada, she has an International Coaching and Leadership Consulting Practice (Advantage Consulting Inc.) and takes a positive and strengths-based approach to her work. As a seasoned strengths-based coach, Julie is on Faculty at The Marcus Buckingham Company (TMBC, an ADP Company), and is a Leadership Coach with The University of British Columbia (UBC) Sauder School of Business. Julie has a natural sense of curiosity and listens deeply to her clients to help them get to the core of the issue and identify and remove blocks that may be getting in their way. She respectfully challenges her clients to not only face their fears but to develop their own resourcefulness to overcome those fears and advance responsible leadership with courage and compassion. As an avid traveller, life-long learner and lover of nature, Julie currently spends her time between Canada and Costa Rica.