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Harrisburg, PA - Deborah Vereen is a thought leader, master trainer, and a subject matter expert in the area of DEIB. Now, most people might be familiar with those initials when it comes to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, but Deborah strives to take it a step further, helping create a culture of Belonging. ?DEIB is not EEO (Equal Employment Opportunity) or Affirmative Action. EEO is about anti-discrimination law and compliance. My end in mind is for people to feel safe and accepted for their total selves, and how they can authentically show up and express ideas and critical thinking solutions in the workplace.? Deborah has formed a consultancy named The Vereen Group which works with for-profit & non-profit organizations in the community, business, education and government sectors to enhance and sustainably move the belonging approach forward. She did not immediately set out to do this particular work, but back when she had a career in retail food market management for Ahold/Giant Food Stores, and then won an award for the most improved store bottom line, the realization that she was the only woman, and the only person of color in management circles, gave her insight and made her want to level the playing field for others. Deborah uses her skills, lived experiences, and passion to design and implement initiatives and processes, and to coach executives, in an effort to create systemic change and ignite excellence and empathy in the workforce. For more information about Deborah and The Vereen Group initiatives, please visit https://thevereengroup.com/ or https://makedeistick.com/

Meriden, CT - Karen Dixon, a highly sought after career coach and owner of Shared Wisdom Coaching, is all too familiar with how draining, demanding, and rewarding the corporate world can be. By asking the right questions, Karen gives you the tools that enable you to reach your true potential and discover where you really wish to be in your career while finding true fulfillment in your work. Karen is also passionate about working with emerging leaders who are aspiring to maximize performance, increase focus, and heighten their leadership skills. Whether you are a CEO, head of an organization, or business owner, with today's highly dispersed workforce and people working remotely, now more than ever effective leadership is crucial to success, says Karen. In her coaching process she brings her in-depth wisdom, experience, knowledge, and expertise to every session that is uniquely tailored to you in accordance with your own core values. With Karen you get a partnership, not someone telling you what to do. Once you've started your coaching journey, Karen provides ongoing focus, support and accountability, keeping you on course to achieve real results every step of the way. With a clear destination in mind, she will map out the most direct path that addresses potential obstacles, leveraging your unique strengths and skills. Relatable, practical, and results oriented, Karen always helps you think creatively and transform through your own vision. Karen says that this generation is much more focused on work life balance indicating how important it is to find meaning in their work and through her coaching the sky's the limit. For more information about out guest, please visit https://sharedwisdomcoaching.com

Ottawa, ON - As the global workplace undergoes rapid change—driven by advancements in technology, remote work trends, and the retirement of experienced executives—organizations and individuals are seeking new ways to thrive in an ever-changing environment. In response to these shifts, Paul Gagnon, CEO of Portage Personnel has officially introduced his leadership coaching practice, MYcoach, leveraging over three decades of experience in executive recruitment and professional placements. For over 30 years, Mr. Gagnon has led Portage Personnel, a trusted second-generation family-owned firm specializing in executive recruitment and professional placements. Now, with MYcoach, Paul empowers individuals to develop the mindset and skills needed to excel in today's complex business environment. His coaching style is grounded in the core competencies of the International Coaching Federation (ICF), focusing on cultivating self-awareness, fostering deep relationships, and promoting effective communication. Paul serves as a thinking partner for his clients, helping them unlock their full potential, discover new ways of being, and lead with purpose and empowerment. ?Good leadership starts from within,? he notes. ?My mission, Drive Meaningful Change and Lead from Within, is the guiding principle in witnessing leaders reach their full potential by providing high-quality coaching services tailored to their individual needs.? MYcoach is a powerful blend of career expertise, leadership development, and personal empowerment. For more information, please visit https://mycoach.portagepersonnel.ca/ and https://portagepersonnel.ca/