Beth Ann Suggs, PCC

Dean of Students & Senior Course Leader

A nationally acclaimed Professional Certified Coach, Beth Ann Suggs is an expert in helping individuals and teams develop successful, empowering relationships. As Dean of Students, Mentor Coach, and Course Leader for the Academy for Coaching Excellence, she brings compassion, clarity, and universal values to all aspects of her coaching.

For more than 30 years she has been making significant contributions to the field of coaching. Her approach as a Mentor Coach has empowered the lives of hundreds of people who have benefited from her dynamic leadership and guidance. Recently, her presentations on behalf of the Academy for Coaching Excellence have included being the keynote speaker at a national conference for coaches and, as an executive business coach, providing staff training in major corporations and various organizations throughout the United States.

Nancy DeCandia

Director of Finance

Nancy DeCandia stewards the finances for the Academy and is a stand for the Academy’s financial integrity, well-being, and prosperity.

Gopi Duran

Admissions Coach

Gopi is drawn to this work because she loves to see people experience transformation. Not only has she benefitted the effect of the ACE coaching model in her own life, she has observed it work consistently for others and wants to support as many people as possible to discover it for themselves.

As an Admissions Coach Gopi loves to help people help people!

Maria Nemeth, PhD, MCC

Founder, Director, & Master Course Leader

Maria Nemeth helps purpose-driven people everywhere see their greatness and bring it all to life.

Designed and refined over decades of work with people all over the world, her Illuminated Life Method™ turns timeless wisdom into practical skills that have helped tens of thousands to live and serve with clarity, focus, ease, and grace.

As Founder and Director of the Academy for Coaching Excellence, she has trained thousands of people worldwide in the nonprofit, for-profit, and governmental sectors.

She is a leading expert in leadership excellence, personal/professional development, and financial empowerment, whose work has been featured on The Oprah Winfrey Show. A lifelong agent of social change, Maria has contributed in areas such as civil rights, racial justice, women’s empowerment, and health & human services.

Maria is the author of two highly-acclaimed books: The Energy of Money, available in five languages, and its follow-up, Mastering Life’s Energies, both of which have given people everywhere a way to begin putting success principles into immediate practice in their lives.

Rita Saenz

Co-Founder & Strategic Advisor

Rita Saenz is the former Director of the California Department of Social Services, a government agency with a $21 billion budget and 4,700 employees. Her expertise lies in executive and organizational development, public policy, and government affairs. She served on the Board of the Plexus Institute. She is on the National Policy Council of AARP, the Executive Council of AARP of California, and the California Asset Building Coalition Steering Committee. She is also a Governor’s appointee as Commissioner on the California Commission on Aging.

Her work as a successful executive has made her a sought after consultant and coach trainer. Ms. Saenz has received statewide and national recognition for her work as a leader, including being named the by the Latino Journal as one of the “100 Most Influential Hispanics” in the country. She continues to work with corporations, small businesses, nonprofits, and faith-based organizations, and uses her coaching background to foster the success of individuals, families, communities, and organizations.

Greg Reinauer, PCC

Director of Enrollment / Course Leader

Greg Reinauer is an Enrollment Coach who helps purpose-driven people get clear if ACE is the coaching program for them so they can make the impact they are here to make as masterful coaches.

“I believe this work can empower conscious leaders to tap into their creative brilliance and help foster a world that is thriving and just.”

Greg Reinauer supports socially conscious, creative people to take action from the heart with more ease and less struggle. He believes coaches have an important and powerful role in helping people shift from current circumstances to creative possibilities. With the right skills and support, coaches can make an extraordinary impact in the world by supporting people to make the contribution they’re here to make.

Catrine Berndtson, PCC

Stelena Utveckling & Coaching AB

I have a passion for supporting people to be their very best and reach their goals. As a coach since 2001 I have worked with executives and employees in different business sectors in small companies and corporations. Being able to create healthy successful teams and support them through a transition is another benefit from our work. Privately the yoga helps me stay healthy and grounded as well as being able to change from city of Stockholm to the forests of Dalarna. My mantra is “if you are willing you can.”

Pia Santesson

Amazing Leaders

My specialist areas: Leadership, coaching and transformation. My favorite quote: “Do today’s work well.” What I enjoy in life: Being out on a deserted island far out in the Swedish archipelago, and Gotland’s fantastic sunsets. A day in the ski slope, and hanging out with family and friends. My strengths: I am optimistic, trusting and create good relationships. My philosophy of life: To be transparent, authentic and curious.

Sandra Rosén Larsson

Leadership Consultant, Business & Life Coach

I am a transformational advocate who supports people and groups through increased awareness and presence from within. My wide background from the private, entrepreneurial, and non-profit sectors give me the ability to move between different perspectives, to lead and manage different interests, to build strong teams, and to create and develop relationships.

Ylva Wickham, PCC

Ylva Wickham Coach & Konsult

Ylva’s coaching is value-based; driven; helps you look at what is most important to you in life; and coaches you to handle your issue with that in mind. Besides great life experience, Ylva has a broad experience of business in both the public and private sector, in many types of areas. With a background as an HR specialist and HR Manager, she has deep insight into how companies and organisations function. Ylva coaches managers and experts, white-collar and blue-collar workers, business owners, and individuals. Ylva is also a skilled trainer and seminar leader.

Wayne Manning, PCC

Director of Academic Development

Wayne Manning became a coach instructor and course leader for the Academy for Coaching Excellence upon graduation from its first class of certified coaches in 2003. He serves as a Mentor Coach for Academy student coaches, and also directs the creation and presentation of personal and professional development webinars for aspiring coaches and for professional coaches needing Continuing Coach Education Units. A recent collaboration with Maria Nemeth, Unleashing the Energy of Money, has attracted participants and coaches worldwide from such countries as India, Turkey, New Zealand, Canada, the UK, Sweden, and Denmark.

Wayne conducts a private coaching practice, Manning Coaching and Consulting, in Roseville, CA.

Monica Hatley

Executive Assistant

As Executive Assistant, Monica brings 20+ years of experience to the Academy from her previous work in Legislative Government. She supports the team by removing obstacles and ensuring they are set up for success virtually or in the office.

Ixchel Flannery

Logistics Supervisor

Ixchel loves supporting people to see their unique gifts, and lean into the discomfort that precede change and growth. Helping others to shine is what lights her up the most.

“This work calls to me because it brings a sense of lightness and compassion into everyday interactions, and when it comes down to it, that’s all life is – a series of interactions.“

Megan Beliveau, ACC

Lead Logistics Supervisor

Meg Beliveau supports change makers to make their most meaningful impacts for systems change. Her coaching journey began in crisis intervention and has evolved to now also support clients who work to expand and advocate for the greater possibilities of democratic representation. When not coaching, she is focusing her energy on helping build an Ecohousing community in Nova Scotia, Canada.

“This work helped me see that compassion and centeredness are inherent and that accessing these qualities more readily is a learnable skill. I benefited from the experiential nature of this work as I find the lessons to be easily integrated and long lasting in my daily life.“

Sasha Green, MBA

Admissions Coach

A professional in the tech sector, Sasha Green has supported hundreds of people in their journeys into the tech space. She relies heavily on her mindset coaching abilities and overall love for humanity to guide her through each and every interaction!

“My passion is to help people get clear on their vision and then support them in getting there. My life’s purpose is in alignment with ACE’s mission and I am prepared to carry out the mission ,with purpose!“

Kalika Yap, CEO Citrus Studios

Business Strategy & Marketing Lead

I’m a serial entrepreneur, mom, podcaster, author.

“To empower entrepreneurs to change the world.”