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The IPPC was created based on the understanding and knowledge that coaching is a noble endeavor, and that coaches are transformation agents who value uplifting others and building a thriving practice that incorporates evidence-based research.
After extensive study, the IPPC's Founder discovered a gap in coach training. Currently, there are diverse interpretations of the practice of positive psychology coaching, from applying positive psychology to coaching approaches to overlaying coaching with positive psychology interventions.
The IPPC exists to bridge this gap using an integrated approach to positive psychology coaching, bringing the best of the science and practice from positive psychology and coaching psychology and combining it with evidence-based coaching for optimal results.
Vision
We want to build a world where Positive Psychology Coaches generate and experience a ripple effect of good.
Mission
We seek to empower Positive Psychology Coaches with the science, skills and evidence-based tools that enable them to enhance the wellbeing, strengths and potential of their clients, while maximizing their impact and prosperity.
Introducing Our
Faculty
Our international team of diverse and seasoned world-class faculty, scholars, coaches, mentors, practitioners, researchers, and skilled professionals are here to help guide and support you every step of the way. We are focused on your success, whether you are a coach, therapist, entrepreneur, or leader.
Meriflor Toneatto
Founder and CEO
Toronto, Canada
Meriflor Toneatto is a Positive Psychology Coach, an ICF Professional Certified Coach, mentor, entrepreneur and published author.
Meriflor Toneatto, MSc., PCC, ACPC
Toronto, Canada
Founder and CEO
IPPC Faculty Member
Course(s) and scope: The Business of Coaching
Education and credentials
- Master of Science in Applied Positive Psychology and Coaching Psychology (with Distinction)
- Bachelor of Applied Arts (Honours) in Public Administration and Public Policy
- Certificate in Business Management
- Professional Certified Coach (ICF)
- Adler Certified Professional Coach (ACPC)
- EMCC Member Global
Meriflor Toneatto is a Positive Psychology Coach, an ICF Professional Certified Coach, mentor, entrepreneur and published author. After an award-winning 15-year career in the public sector with involvement in major policy initiatives for social impact, human rights and cultural preservation, Meriflor shifted her focus to her personal passion: coaching and transforming lives through the evidence-based positive psychology coaching approach that IPPC teaches and promotes. Prior to founding the IPPC, she launched Power With Soul in 2009, a global virtual coaching and mentoring company. She has 10+ years of coaching and mentoring experience, spanning diverse client demographics and industries, ranging from entrepreneurial coaching to leadership, executive, life, and book coaching. She specializes in helping coaches, entrepreneurs and experts create wealth and wellbeing, by turning their calling into a thriving business and life they love. Her book on transforming women’s relationships with money has now empowered thousands of women across five continents. Some things that inspire Meriflor are unlocking and maximizing human potential, generosity, and using one’s talents and energy to make the world a better place.
Fun fact: Meriflor once represented herself as her own literary agent when she could not find one – then she became one herself!
Favourite quote: “Go confidently in the direction of your dreams! Live the life you have imagined.” — Henry David Thoreau
Lindsay Foreman
Instructor
Granada, Spain
Lindsay is a leadership and executive coach, doctoral candidate in Coaching & Mentoring, a researcher on goal attainment and strengths, and a leadership and executive coach.
Lindsay Foreman, PhD. (candidate), MSc.
Granada, Spain
IPPC Faculty Member
Course(s) and scope: Positive Psychology Coaching and the Strengths-Based Approach, facilitating group supervision for students at the Certification Level
Education and credentials
- Master of Science in Applied Positive Psychology and Coaching Psychology (MAPPCP)
- PhD. candidate of Coaching and Mentoring
- Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP) Master Practitioner
- Reiki Master
Lindsay is a leadership and executive coach, doctoral candidate in Coaching & Mentoring, a researcher on goal attainment and strengths, and a leadership and executive coach based in Spain. An award-winning business consultant in outsourcing and transformation, Lindsay has made Positive Psychology a mainstay in her life since 2011. She completed her MAPPCP degree by designing and testing a Positive Psychology board game called The Game Changer, which transformed the way she engaged her clients. Lindsay has consulted for corporate leadership teams in large global organizations such as IBM and SITA, and has worked in Spain, US, Italy, France, Ireland and the UK, where she was part of the team that led the UK air transport community recovery program after 9/11. She currently has her ideal work-life balance, enjoying sunbathing on the coast of Spain, skiing up mountains, and training for Ironman Austria 2021.
Fun fact: Lindsay won a karaoke competition when she was 18.
Favorite quote: “Whether you think you can, or whether you think you can’t, you are right!” — Henry Ford
Ruth Hughes
Instructor
Canterbury, UK
Ruth has over 30 years of experience in teaching, lecturing, mentoring/coaching, professional speaking, arts and community leadership, charity leadership and senior educational leadership.
Ruth Hughes, MSc.
Canterbury, UK
Coach
Education and credentials
- Master of Science in Applied Positive Psychology and Coaching Psychology (with distinction)
- EMCC Member
- Member of the British Psychological Society Special Group of Coaching Psychology
- Course Director, ICE Coaching Certificate Programme at University of Cambridge
- Deputy Director for Student Experience/Module Leader/Lecturer for MAPPCP at University of East London
- Postgraduate Certificate in Education
- Postgraduate Certificate in Theatre Practice
Ruth has over 30 years of experience in teaching, lecturing, mentoring/coaching, professional speaking, arts and community leadership, charity leadership and senior educational leadership. Her specialties are in supporting organizations and people with cross-cultural transition, culture shock, change management, education, educational leadership and positive psychology. Her coaching and training company “Curious Human” received the 2019 BYOB Business Award. Some of the many things that inspire her include helping others discover their why and their how, and seeing them grow in confidence and achieve their dreams.
Fun fact: Ruth can juggle and fire-breathe (although she claims she’s not very proficient at either of these!).
Favorite quote: “You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.” — A.A. Milne
Satya Kartara-Leighton
Guest Instructor
London, UK
Satya has had successful government and private sector careers in executive roles that design and deliver excellence in equality, diversity and inclusion strategy for organizations.
Satya Kartara-Leighton, M.A., PCC
London, UK
IPPC Faculty Member
Course(s) and scope: The Business of Coaching (Guest Speaker)
Education and Credentials
- Master of Arts in Equity and Change in Public service
- Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Professional Studies in Education
- Certificate of Education in Further Education
- Adler Professional Certified Coach (ACPC)
- Professional Certified Coach (PCC)
Satya has had successful government and private sector careers in executive roles that design and deliver excellence in equality, diversity and inclusion strategy for organizations. After setting up her own HR and Diversity consulting company, BeInclusive, in 2005, Satya became the lead diversity and inclusion consultant for clients like the British Army. In 2008, Satya moved to Toronto, where she became a Certified Life and Executive Coach and established a coaching practice. Satya continues to contribute to leading-edge industry thinking on organizational change and development, as well as divides her time between advising organizations and executive coaching for companies such as Guardian Media Group, JP Morgan and The Body Shop. After many years of helping leaders build their strengths in self-presentation, presence, impact and public speaking, Satya became the President of Toastmasters HOD public speaking club in 2018. Satya enjoys travelling the globe, including short getaways with family and friends.
Fun fact: Satya loves dancing Bhangra – a style of dance from Punjab, North West India.
Favourite quote: “Let your choices reflect your hopes, not your fears.” — Nelson Mandela
Annalise Roache
Instructor
Waiheke Island, New Zealand
Annalise is an entrepreneur as well as a positive psychology practitioner, coach, mentor and wellbeing researcher who is passionate about bringing positive psychology to life through coaching.
Annalise Roache, PhD. (candidate), MSc. PCC
Waiheke Island, New Zealand
IPPC Faculty Member
Course(s) and scope: The Science of Wellbeing for Positive Psychology Coaching
Education and credentials
- PhD. candidate in Psychology (expected completion: 2022)
- Bachelor of Science in Applied Social Sciences (Coaching)
- Master of Science in Applied Positive Psychology and Coaching Psychology
- Professional Certified Coach (PCC)
Annalise is an entrepreneur as well as a positive psychology practitioner, coach, mentor and wellbeing researcher who is passionate about bringing positive psychology to life through coaching. Through her coaching business, Annalise has worked with emerging leaders, managers, business owners, and teams to identify and achieve their goals through building confidence and skills. Annalise is one of the lead authors of the Ethical Guidelines for Positive Psychology Practice (2019), the first such guidelines for the field of positive psychology. Her current focus is wellbeing research, and she is passionate about professionalising Positive Psychology through ethical, evidence-based approaches.
Fun fact: She has been self-employed for 21 years, and has been through 3 different business iterations.
Favourite quote: “This too shall pass.” — Persian adage
Dr. Marie Stopforth
Instructor
Southsea, UK
Marie is a Coaching Psychologist, educator, facilitator and coach supervisor who works with individuals and teams in the areas of performance and wellbeing.
Dr. Marie Stopforth, PhD., CPsych
Southsea, UK
IPPC Faculty Member
Course(s) and scope: Foundations in Positive Psychology Coaching, Practicing Applied Positive Psychology Coaching and Practicum
Education and credentials
- PhD. in Psychology (Team Dynamics)
- Post Graduate Certificate in Teaching and Learning
- British Psychological Society Chartered Psychologist
- British Psychological Society Registered Coaching Psychologist
- Bachelor of Science (first-class honours) in Sport and Exercise Science
- Certificate in Resource-based Therapies
- Certificate in Introduction to Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Certificate in Coaching Psychology
- Health Care Professions Council Registered Practitioner Psychologist
- Register of Qualifications in Test Use A & B (Psychometrics)
- Fellow of the Higher Education Academy
- Committee member (professional development lead) of Member of the British Psychological Society Special Group of Coaching Psychology
Marie is a Coaching Psychologist, educator, facilitator and coach supervisor who works with individuals and teams in the areas of performance and wellbeing, and with business leaders and managers around individual and organizational effectiveness. For nearly 20 years, Marie has been publishing research, and creating and delivering educational programs at the Undergraduate and Master levels. She is a former Program Leader for the MAPPCP at the University of East London, where she and her co-Program Leader developed a more integrated program for Positive Psychology Coaching. She has published and presented on positive psychology coaching and coaching psychology. Marie is also a committee member and professional development lead for the Special Group on Coaching Psychology with the British Psychological Society.
Fun fact: Marie learned to ride a motorbike 12 years ago, and for a while rode a 650cc Yamaha Dragstar.
Favorite quote: “Insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results.” — attributed to Albert Einstein
Alison Taylor
Instructor
Ipswich Suffolk, UK
Alison is an educator and researcher on resilience and is also a research supervisor in the Masters of Applied Positive Psychology and Coaching Psychology (MAPPCP) program.
Alison Taylor, PhD. (candidate), MSc.
Ipswich Suffolk, UK
IPPC Faculty Member
Course(s) and scope: Positive Psychology Coaching for Enhancing Resilience (with focus on the four stages of resilience)
Education and credentials
- Master of Science in Applied Positive Psychology and Coaching Psychology (MAPPCP)
- PhD. candidate focusing on research in resilience, hope and optimism (third year)
Alison is an educator and researcher on resilience and is also a research supervisor in the Master of Applied Positive Psychology and Coaching Psychology (MAPPCP) program at the University of East London. On top of being a certified counsellor, she is also a coach and graduate of the MAPPCP program. Alison has presented her research findings on resilience, hope, and optimism at several industry conferences. She is most inspired by the courage that people have to share their challenges and change their lives. Alison truly lives out the philosophies of positive psychology, and both the people around her and those she helps clearly see the impact and difference it has made to her own life.
Fun fact: Alison has a dog named Hugo who doesn’t realise he is a dog. He thinks he is human so it’s hilarious when he tries to speak!
Favorite quote: “We ask ourselves, 'Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous?' Actually, who are you not to be?... and as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same..” — Marianne Williamson
Dr. Tony Toneatto
Instructor
Toronto, Canada
Tony has over 30 years of experience as a Clinical Psychologist, psychoanalyst, psychotherapist and educator.
Dr. Tony Toneatto, PhD., CPsych., FIPA
Toronto, Canada
IPPC Faculty Member
Course(s) and scope: Positive Psychology Coaching and Mindfulness
Education and credentials
- Bachelor of Science in Psychology
- PhD. in Clinical Psychology
- Certified Registered Clinical Psychologist (CPsych)
- Fellow of the International Psychoanalytic Association (FIPA)
Tony has over 30 years of experience as a Clinical Psychologist, psychoanalyst, psychotherapist and educator. He is on the Faculty of the Masters of Pastoral Studies (Buddhism) at Emmanuel College at the University of Toronto, and teaches several courses on Buddhism and Psychology. He recently concluded his 17-year tenure as the Director of the Buddhism, Psychology and Mental Health undergraduate program at the University of Toronto, which was devoted to the convergence of Buddhist and Western psychology from 2007-2020. He spent 23 years at the Centre of Addiction and Mental Health in Toronto as a clinical research scientist studying addictions. Tony has published 120+ peer-reviewed articles and contributed to chapters for books in the areas of substance addiction, pathological gambling, and mindfulness meditation. Tony has practiced mindfulness and meditation for over 30 years and once had an audience with the Dalai Lama. Tony is also a trained Co-Active Professional Coach.
Favourite book: Full Catastrophe Living by Jon Kabat-Zinn
Favourite quote: “What do you consider the most humane? To spare someone shame. What is the seal of liberation? To no longer be ashamed in front of oneself.” — Friedrich Nietzsche
Sok-Ho Trinh
Instructor
London, UK
Sok-ho is a Passionologist, educator, research, speaker, and global-minded business leader.
Sok-ho Trinh, PhD. (candidate), MBA, MSc., BSc., CPCC, PGCTLHE, FHEA
London, UK
IPPC Faculty Member
Course(s) and scope: Positive Psychology Coaching for Positive Leadership, Positive Psychology Coaching and Building a Meaningful Life
Education and credentials
- Bachelor of Science in Management
- Master of Science in Management
- PhD candidate in Positive Psychology and Leadership Studies (expected completion: 2021)
- MBA in leadership, general management, and entrepreneurship
- Certified Professional Co-Active Coach (CPCC)
- Professional Certified Coach (ICF)
- PGC in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education
- ORSC systemic and relationship coach
- GROW coaching (level 3)
- LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® facilitation certification
- Hogan psychometrics HPI/HDS/MVPI certification
- Hogan 360° certification
- High Performing Team Assessment (HPTA) certification
- Meditation and Mindfulness Teacher Training Certificate (expected completion: 2021)
- Member of International Coach Federation
- Member of International Positive Psychology Association
- Fellow of the Higher Education Academy in the UK
Sok-ho is a Passionologist, educator, research, speaker, and global-minded business leader. Inspired by humanistic values inherited from his parents and siblings who survived the Cambodian genocide, Sok-ho founded the Institute of Passion, a wellbeing and cross-disciplinary scientific institute; Mr Passion, a Positive Psychology Coaching and human capital development practice; and launched the Passionology movement to unleash people’s purpose and passion through social and behavoural sciences. In addition to 15 years in global organizations in senior roles in retail and consumer analytics and as an entrepreneur, Sok-ho is a Certified Professional Co-Active Coach (CPCC) and a past instructor of the MAPPCP program. He also served as an advisory board member and mentor to social enterprises. His own passions include music, travel, good food, and discovering cultures, minds, and people.
Fun fact: Sok-ho can speak 8 languages, is a professional performing artist, and has travelled to over 75 countries collecting thousands of faces as a humanist photographer.
Favorite quote: “Everything can be taken from a man but one thing: the last of the human freedoms—to choose one’s attitude in any given set of circumstances, to choose one’s own way.” — Viktor Frankl
Silvia King
Coach
UAE & UK
Silvia is a Positive Psychology Coach with a business edge and a business coach with a holistic angle.
Silvia King, MSc., MA, EMCC
UAE and UK
Coach
Education and credentials (click for more)
- Master of Science in Applied Positive Psychology and Coaching Psychology
- Master of Arts/lic.oec.publ. in Business Management
- EMCC Coach Practitioner
- Mindfulness and Emotional Intelligence Facilitator
- EFT Master Practitioner
- Certified Laughter Yoga Teacher
- MTa® Experiential Learning Facilitator
Silvia is a Positive Psychology Coach with a business edge and a business coach with a holistic angle. Her pragmatic coaching approach is rooted in her 15+ years of corporate experience in journalism and communications, where she worked with people from around the world at all levels of seniority. Her coaching journey began almost 10 years ago, coaching leaders on delivering difficult messages, public speaking and working with people to overcome fears that could hamper their career. Her coaching psychology toolbox reflects the diversity in the people and cultures she works with. Her focus is on cross-cultural coaching and the intercultural encounters of people and teams as part of diversity, equality, and inclusion. Within positive psychology, Silvia focuses on the character strength of humour, including playfulness and laughter, which are crucial for flow experiences, engagement and resilience.
Fun fact: Silvia started the Pop-up Laughter Club that meets weekly, using the character strength of humour.
Favourite quote: “Fear kills more dreams than failure ever will.” –– Suzy Kassem
Rebecca Lea
Coach
Stratford, Canada
Rebecca is driven and inspired to develop people and help them flourish and live their lives with more clarity, purpose and passion.
Rebecca Lea, MSc., ACC (ICF)
Stratford, Canada
Coach
Education and credentials
- Master of Science in Applied Positive Psychology and Coaching Psychology
- Bachelor of Science in Real Estate
- ICF Associate Certified (PCC credential in progress)
Rebecca has over 20 years of corporate experience, 7 of which were in Europe and 12 were in Asia. Before becoming a freelance professional coach in October 2019, she also specialized in providing talent acquisition, assessment, coaching and talent development services to Board and C-suite levels across different geographies and industries through organizational consulting firms like Korn/Ferry. Rebecca has seen how evidence-based coaching has led to significant improvements for her clients with respect to performance, confidence, self-esteem, professional and personal relationships, and overall mental health and wellbeing. Rebecca is driven and inspired to develop people and help them flourish and live their lives with more clarity, purpose and passion.
Fun fact: Rebecca used to love adrenaline sports like skydiving, hang gliding, parasailing, mountain climbing and scuba diving – but now she gets nauseous at a kids’ fairground ride!
Favourite quote: “We suffer more in imagination than in reality.” — Seneca
Gudrun Lind Halldorsdottir
Coach
🇨🇭 Larger Zurich Area, Switzerland
As a certified Positive Psychology and Leadership Coach, Gudrun brings 20+ years of experience to her personalized and science-based coaching approach, with an emphasis on cultivating self-awareness through experiential learning.
Gudrun Lind Halldorsdottir
Larger Zurich Area, Switzerland
Coach
Education and credentials
- Master of Science in Applied Positive Psychology & Coaching Psychology (MAPPCP)
- EMCC, EIA Senior Practitioner Coach
- Executive MBA
- Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
- Diploma in Human Resource Management
As a certified Positive Psychology and Leadership Coach, Gudrun brings 20+ years of experience to her personalized and science-based coaching approach, with an emphasis on cultivating self-awareness through experiential learning. She has helped many professionals identify strengths and growth opportunities for increased effectiveness, performance, collaboration, creativity, and well-being. Her experience in talent and leadership development, as well as supporting executives within multinational corporations, positions her well to support professionals in developing the strengths, skills, and mindsets needed to thrive in fast-paced, high-change, and high-growth environments. Now, her clients range from start-ups to Fortune 100 companies hailing from various industries such as healthcare, pharma and biotech, financial services, fast-moving consumer goods, marketing, telecommunications, tech, and consulting.
Book recommendation: Flourish by Martin Seligman
Favourite quote: “Let him that would move the world first move himself.” — Socrates
Aoife Mollin
Coach
Dublin, Ireland
As a career and leadership coach, Aoife helps managers thrive professionally to raise confidence and reduce stress so they can also flourish in their personal lives.
Aoife Mollin, MSc., ACC (ICF)
Dublin, Ireland
Coach
Education and credentials
- Master of Science in Applied Positive Psychology and Coaching Psychology
- Associate Certified Coach (ICF)
- EMCC Member
As a career and leadership coach, Aoife helps managers thrive professionally to raise confidence and reduce stress so they can also flourish in their personal lives. Aoife is intentional about using evidence-based coaching principles to further enhance her coaching abilities by combining them with a strengths-based approach. Her strong listening skills served her well as a change management consultant, and she supplemented them by building strong questioning skills during her coaching training, which focused on the neuroscience behind change and helping clients develop their self-awareness. As a 2016 ICF Coach of the Year finalist, Aoife is inspired by wanting to change the corporate world and its leaders to be more focused on people and sustainability.
Favourite book: Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl
Favourite quote: “Be kind; everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle.”
Adrienne O'Hare
Coach
Dublin, Ireland
Adrienne has held senior management roles in telecommunications and consulting organizations including Franklin Covey Europe.
Adrienne O’Hare, MSc.
Dublin, Ireland
Coach
Education and credentials
- Master of Science in Applied Positive Psychology and Coaching Psychology
- Graduate Member of the British Psychological Society & Psychological Society of Ireland (currently working towards Chartered status)
- Member of ICF (Professional Certified Coach designation in progress)
- EMCC Member (Senior Practitioner designation in progress)
With over 20 years of proven experience in delivering coaching, learning, development and human resources solutions in multinational companies, Adrienne has held senior management roles in telecommunications and consulting organizations including Franklin Covey Europe. She has been engaged as a coach, mentor, and advisor for executive teams and boards navigating organizational change, in areas ranging from flourishing, leadership, management development, to personal effectiveness, balance, conflict and change management, and team development. Her expertise in and passion for maximizing performance in people and organizations has helped her build and maintain lasting relationships with her clients, as well as found and run her own training and development business.
Fun fact: Adrienne is terrified of heights – and yet she loves to ski.
Favourite quote: “Just Do It.” — Nike slogan
Ruth Sheard
Coach
Totnes, UK
With over 30 years of experience in education, training and sales in France and the UK, Ruth has a reputation for developing client bases and increasing profits while managing staff and teams.
Ruth Sheard, MSc.
Totnes, UK
Coach
Education and credentials
- Master of Science in Applied Positive Psychology and Coaching Psychology
- F.E.T.C. Further Education Teachers’ Certificate
- Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Home Economics: marketing, design, sociology, textile science, food science, economics.
- EMCC Practitioner
With over 30 years of experience in education, training and sales in France and the UK, Ruth has a reputation for developing client bases and increasing profits while managing staff and teams. Ruth is bilingual in English and French, and has set up and led the first European branch of UK toy retailer TOBAR Ltd., and also established and grew a successful organic farming business in France. Through her work, she has inspired many leaders and facilitated large projects. Her consolidated professional experience lends itself well to her Positive Psychology Coach career, where she commits herself to supporting others with their professional lives. She now runs her own private practice.
Fun fact: Ruth practices qigong every day, roller skates and writes poetry — not always at the same time!
Favorite quote: “Anxiety is the dizziness of freedom.” — Søren Kierkegaard
Petra Walker
Coach
Dubai, UAE
Petra’s coaching journey began in Hong Kong in 2006, and she has since worked in South Korea, Kuwait, Poland, and Dubai.
Petra Walker, MA(Oxon), MSc. Psych, MAPPCP, MBPs
Dubai, UAE
Coach
Education and credentials
- Master of Science in Applied Positive Psychology and Coaching Psychology (with distinction)
- Master of Science in Psychology
- Master of Arts (Honours) Oxon
- EMCC Senior Practitioner
- Graduate Member of the British Psychological Society Special Group of Coaching Psychology (currently working towards chartered status)
- Full Member of the Middle East Psychological Association
- Qualified Coach Supervisor (British Psychological Society)
Petra’s coaching journey began in Hong Kong in 2006, and she has since worked in South Korea, Kuwait, Poland, and Dubai. She has presented and spoken at many positive psychology conferences and received distinctions for her research in Post Traumatic Growth, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Scuba diving. Petra is currently an Associate Coach with NEO Leaders at INSEAD, the Business School for the World. The most rewarding part of her professional life is when she sees a message from a client saying “Thanks, I did it!”
Fun fact: Petra is an Advanced Instructor for the British Sub Aqua Club, and is one of the instructors on their online courses.
Favourite quote: “She believed she could, so she did.” — R.S. Grey
Meet the
Team
Charlotte Perrins
Marketing Automation & Operations Manager
West Midlands, UK
Charlotte is a self-made entrepreneur of 8 years who is a CRM automation expert and trainer, and certified in Google Analytics.
Charlotte Perrins
West Midlands, UK
Marketing Automation & Project Coordinator
Charlotte is a self-made entrepreneur of 8 years who is a CRM automation expert and trainer, and certified in Google Analytics. She has supported many businesses with e-commerce, email marketing and automation, as well as building membership sites and sales funnels. She began her career in the food industry, where she quickly became a field sales executive with the company’s largest customer base and gross revenue. A lifelong learner who loves practical hands-on learning, Charlotte is a mother to three lovely and active children – all under 8 years-old.
Fun fact: Charlotte is an excellent cocktail maker.
Favourite quote: “Find out who you are and do it on purpose.” –– Dolly Parton
Caley Walsh
Web Designer
Barrie, Canada
A self-educated entrepreneur, Caley began her business over 17 years ago and has been building websites for over 15 years.
Caley Walsh
Barrie, Canada
Webmaster and LMS Developer
A self-educated entrepreneur, Caley began her business over 17 years ago and has been building websites for over 15 years. She has successfully launched 200+ websites including 3 for the founder of IPPC. In addition to being the webmaster for many clients, she is also raising and moulding two incredible, smart and successful children on her own. She is inspired by fellow entrepreneurs who bring their vision to life with little more than just an idea.
Fun fact: Caley is an avid renovator and loves DIY projects. In another life, she would love to renovate and flip houses.
Favorite quote: “Not all those who wander are lost.” ― J.R.R. Tolkien
Kimberley Wakefield
Vice President, Business Development & Strategic Partnerships
Toronto, Canada
Kimberley has been a leadership coach for the past 5 years, and has 10 years of executive experience in marketing, sales, and brand management...
Siniša Poznanović
Graphic Designer
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Siniša's passion for all forms of visual creativity led him to become a self-taught graphic designer that has been a top-rated freelancer for 5 years in a row.
Sinisa Poznanovic
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Graphic Designer
Sinisa’s passion for all forms of visual creativity led him to become a self-taught graphic designer that has been a top-rated freelancer for 5 years in a row. In addition to being the Lead Designer and Creative Director for a successful electric toothbrush start-up in the US for the last 4 years, Sinisa has also worked on many design projects for the founder of IPPC. When not immersed in visual design, Sinisa can be found working out, biking outdoors, or enjoying a great movie, song, or lecture on YouTube.
Fun fact: Sinisa was a Rugby League XIII player from 2013-2018 in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Favourite book: Fooled by Randomness by Nassim Nicholas Taleb
Elsa Valdivielso Martinez
Program & Learning Advisor
🇪🇸 Spain and 🇫🇷 France
Elsa is a Program and Learning Advisor at the IPPC. She helps our prospective students choose the right program or course. Originally from Spain, Elsa holds degrees in law, journalism and english.
Elsa Valdivielso Martinez, M.Sc.
Spain and France
Program & Learning Advisor
Education and Credentials (click for more)
- M.Sc. in Applied Positive Psychology (with Distinction)
- Law Degree
- Journalism Degree
- EASL Teacher
- EMCC Coach
Elsa is a Program and Learning Advisor at the IPPC. She helps our prospective students choose the right program or course. Originally from Spain, Elsa holds degrees in law, journalism and english. She also has MSc with distinction in Applied Positive Psychology and Coaching Psychology. Over the years, Elsa has garnered experience working in NGOs, summer camps, along with teaching and coaching environments. She is well-travelled and is trilingual (Spanish, English and French). At the time of writing, Elsa is in the process of publishing two papers - including a dissertation which explores the role of climate change in the motivation of outdoor leaders, as well as a group coaching research project.
Fun fact: In her free time, Elsa enjoys rock and tree climbing and learning about eco-psychology.
Favourite quote: “Where were all the Coaches when the planet warmed by 3 degrees?” Zoe Cohen
Sanna Välttilä-Wit
Graphic Designer
🇳🇱 Netherlands
As a Program Advisor, Sanna uses her considerable knowledge and expertise to help prospective students choose the right IPPC program or course.
Sanna Välttilä-Wit, M.Sc.
Netherlands
Program Advisor
Education and Credentials (click for more)
- M.Sc. in Applied Positive Psychology
- BBA in International Trade
As a Program Advisor, Sanna uses her considerable knowledge and expertise to help prospective students choose the right IPPC program or course. Originally from Finland, Sanna now lives in the Netherlands and excels as a professional conference organizer. During her career, she’s organized conferences across the globe, including in Japan, South-Korea, Canada, South-Africa and several European countries. She speaks fluent English, Finnish and Dutch - and is competent in Portuguese, Spanish and French. Sanna finds inspiration from the people she works with, no matter the industry. She especially enjoys working with those from different cultural backgrounds, as different worldviews act to enhance her own experience of the world.
Fun Fact: Sanna is known to family and friends as the "knitting machine" as she keeps them stocked with colourful unique wollen socks.
Favorite quote: “This too shall pass” African Proverb
Sarah Bedford
Program and Client Success Advisor
🇫🇷 France and 🇪🇹 Ethiopia
Sarah holds over a decade of experience in leading large scale international client success and professional services teams in the Information Technology industry.
Sarah Bedford, M.Sc.
France and Ethiopia
Program and Client Success Advisor
Education and Credentials (click for more)
- M.Sc. in Applied Positive Psychology
- M.A. in Financial Analysis
- Coaching Diploma, University of France
- PRINCE 2 Practitioner
Sarah holds over a decade of experience in leading large scale international client success and professional services teams in the Information Technology industry. Throughout the years, she has built a strong track record in project planning, implementation and budgeting of large-scale client projects. A couple of years ago, Sarah discovered her passion for coaching in her quest to become a better leader. As such, Sarah has been coaching and mentoring both leaders and students in their career and leadership journeys. Sarah holds a coaching diploma from UCO and a MAPPCP from UEL, specializing in employee engagement strategies. Sarah is a proud mother of two lovely toddlers.
Fun fact: Sarah was part of a Brazilian drum band (batucada)
Favourite quote: “The best way to predict your future is to create it” ( Abraham Lincoln)
Peter Balint
LMS developer and technical support
🇭🇺 Hungary
Peter is the lead LMS developer for the IPPC. He provides an exceptional level of technical support for the entire organisation.
Peter Balint
Szeged, Hungary
LMS developer and technical support
Peter is the lead LMS developer for the IPPC. He provides an exceptional level of technical support for the entire organisation. From the doorsteps of an academic career, through market stall trading to web development, Peter’s professional life has been full of amazing twists and turns. Since 2013, he has been helping online businesses and start-ups - initially as a virtual assistant, and more recently as a freelance front-end developer. Originally from Hungary, Peter speaks a number of languages, including English, German and Hungarian. As a result, he has worked across Europe in countries including the UK, Germany, Denmark and Hungary.
Comet
Chief Happiness Officer
Toronto, Canada
Comet’s super power is the gift of love, lifting spirits and bringing good cheer and happiness to all he meets.
Comet
Toronto, Canada
Chief Happiness Officer (HPO)
Comet is an 11 year-old Golden Retriever going on two. He is full of energy and is the neighbourhood and IPPC's friendly mascot who loves treats and a good belly rub. Comet’s super power is the gift of love, lifting spirits and bringing good cheer and happiness to all he meets.
Fun fact: Comet welcomes anyone at the door with a toy.
Favourite Hobbies: Eating, riding in cars and sitting on the porch.
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