All Certified NeuroTransformational Coaches have first completed a recognized coach training program* before completing all four modules of BEabove Leadership’s Neuroscience, Consciousness and Transformational Coaching, a total of over 81 classroom hours (in addition to their core coach training). Upon completion of these modules, our certified coaches have then completed a rigorous Certification Program, which includes additional reading, review, coaching supervision and feedback. At the end of this program, they must pass a comprehensive written test (essay format) covering key neuroscience topics, as well as a one-to-one interview and coaching proficiency test. We’re very proud to recommend all our CNTCs as transformational coaches and experts in the neuroscience of human development. *in some rare cases, they may instead be trained as therapists — see individual information for more detail.
ICF credentialed C-suite executive with a wealth of experience as a successful entrepreneur, and passionate coach and mentor. Built a marketing research and consulting firm into an $80 million international enterprise. Inspirational leader and thought-provoking coach providing access to life- changing results.
Repeated success guiding executives at major public companies, and colleges and universities. Trusted advisor to individuals seeking meaningful change including, but not limited to, executives, retired individuals seeing to reimagine their next steps, students discovering their career path, and persons navigating the grey to reach their next level.
College professor motivating and encouraging incarcerated individuals earning degrees in business, and political science
Effective public speaker with unwavering authenticity.
Thoughtful listener who engages with the ideas of clients in a collaborative, considerate and comprehensive way. Committed to responding with actionable insights.
► Experienced at teaching English to students of other languages
► Qualifications include M.A. degree and six years of coaching
► Additional credentials include:
ICF—International Coaching Federation-Certification
Mastery Coaching Certificate – Erickson Coaching Academy
Conflict Resolution Certificate – Rutgers University
Psychology For Coaches Certificate - ICF Approved
TESOL Certificate with Distinction – UCLA
Executive Leader Coaching: Mastery Session – Harvard Division of Continuing Education
Certified Neuro Transformational Coach (CNTC) – Be Above Leadership
Co-President Worldwide Marketing – ALCON ENTERTAINMENT, Los Angeles, CA 2015 – 2018
Visionary leader for global marketing of wholly independent production company that developed, financed, produced, and marketed theatrical motion pictures, television shows, and games
► Team Building - Injected positive energy into company, thus improving relations between marketing and other divisions
► Leadership - Developed marketing campaigns for key projects including feature tentpole Blade Runner 2049, 12 Strong, and a host of other movies
► Multi-platform Marketing - Led campaigns that included traditional and non-traditional marketing
Co-CEO – FP VENTURES LLC, Burbank, CA 2002 – 2011
Movie producer and marketing consultant to Chairman of Walt Disney Studios. Became fully integrated into the marketing process of all of Disney’s movies, including driving strategy. Produced Joyful Noise (2012), a musical comedy-drama film, starring Queen Latifah and Dolly Parton.
CEO – THE NATIONAL RESEARCH GROUP, INC. (NRG), Los Angeles, CA 1985 – 2002
Co-founded groundbreaking global marketing consulting and research firm. Provided strategic direction to build influential company currently owned by the Stagwell Group. Pioneered trailblazing concepts of market testing in Hollywood, originating the cornerstone of today’s movie and television marketing strategies. Served all studios and major producers in Hollywood for more than 20 years, while leveraging movie/entertainment marketing expertise into other industries and around the world. Increased revenue from $0 to $80M
► Industry Transformation - Disrupted deep-seated distribution model for motion pictures by introducing game-changing, market-driven research analytics and technology
► Collaboration - Partnered with every major studio head to introduce more than +100 feature films per year
► Innovation - Co-invented gold-standard film industry tracking system
► Global Expansion Grew business into the Europe, Middle East, Asia, and Central and South America
► Guest Lecturer: Film Marketing at USC, UCLA, Chapman University, and NYU
► Adjunct Professor: Columbia University Pre-College Program, Mount St. Mary's College, Marymount Manhattan College | Bedford Hills Correctional Institute
MOUNT ST. MARY'S UNIVERSITY, Los Angeles, CA
M.A., Humanities | Master’s Thesis: Race Films | Emphasis: History & Cultural Studies B.A., Sociology
ORGANIZATIONS & AFFILIATIONS
Member – Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences
Founding Director – MFA Program, Mount St. Mary’s College
Rape Treatment Foundation of Santa Monica - Board of Directors & Advisory Board President UCLA Hospital Board of Advisors; UCLA Geffen School of Medicine Board of Directors & Marketing Committee Chair; LA Opera Board of Directors; Named to Variety’s 2012 Women of Impact
In summary, I’ve been regarded as a difference maker with a contagious passion and energetic leadership style that drives individuals and teams to succeed. As a strong people leader and creative thinker, I’m able to apply my strong understanding of human nature to get results. Therefore, I’m able to consistently deliver above expectations by applying my entrepreneurial spirit and visionary leadership to help clients in any situation with confidence, determination, and focus.