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(photo taken pre-covid, 2018)
Leadership Inspirations was founded in 2006 with the drive to help teams improve their group dynamics, focus on action and accountability, and maximize goal achievement. We do this by:
Creating fun and interactive experiences
Using and building upon research-based models and theories
Enhancing individual and group problem solving skills through creative, intentional approaches
Listening to our client feedback to adapt and grow as an organization
Making your goals, our goals
These methods have allowed us to keep our vision of inspiring learning, leadership, and service at the forefront of our commitment to the over 2,500 students, educators, athletes, and organizations we work with each year. We love and appreciate being a trusted resource in your quest for success!
Meet Kim!
Been with Leadership Inspirations since 2006 (she’s the founder!). M.A. in Organizational Leadership from Chapman University. B.S. in Business Administration from the University of Southern California.
I love working with people and being able to help solve problems, but also being creative with ideas on setting up foundations & structure for success.
Quick Facts About Me: 1) I have a dog named Copper, 2) I’m an extreme extrovert and 3) I love sports (notably the Dodgers, Clippers and Trojans)!
Meet Jayne!
Started with Leadership Inspirations in 2009. M.A. in Leadership Development from Chapman University. B.A. in Communication Studies from Loyola Marymount University.
I love leadership development because I believe this is what everyone needs to be successful in life, not just at work or school.
Quick Facts About Me: 1) I love Disney & the Dodgers, 2) I wear my flip flops when it rains and 3) I am a 3 time Fantasy Football Champion!
Meet Caelan!
Joined Leadership Inspirations in 2015. Pursing a Masters degree in Industrial Organizational Psychology from Colorado State University. B.S. in Business Administration and B.A. Integrated Educational Studies from Chapman University.
I love leadership development because of the impact and influence it has on individuals, organizations, and society. The skills we learn help us to be great friends, family members, teammates, and employers. When we can all work better together we are better able to serve each other and be catalysts for positive change.
Quick Facts About Me: 1) I once bought a goat on Craigslist. 2) I am afraid of escalators. 3) My life goal is to give a TedTalk.
Meet Morgan!
Meet Kylie!
Joined Leadership Inspirations in 2019. Pursuing Bachelors degrees in Psychology and Integrated Educational Studies and Masters degree in Organizational Leadership at Chapman University.
I am passionate about leadership development because it took me too long to learn myself that leaders can come in all different shapes and sizes. I used to believe that the only leader in the room is the one everybody hears, so I thought I wasn’t leader material. Now I realize that leadership is something people feel instead of something people hear, so I embrace my quiet nature and want to let other people in on this secret!
Quick Facts About Me: 1) I grew up living in 7 different countries. 2) I can play 5 instruments. 3) I love to sing!
Kenna Cottrill, Ph.D.
Content & Training
Meet Kenna!
Started with Leadership Inspirations in 2006. Ph.D. in Industrial-Organizational Development.
I love leadership development because I believe we can solve the biggest and smallest problems we face, and thus create the world we want, when we work together.
Quick Facts About Me: 1) I was named after my grandfather, Ken, because I was the first grandchild in my mom’s family, 2) I have a daughter, son and a husband (since 2006!). My daughter has been the best teacher I have ever had because she has helped me see the world differently and helped me assess and live out my priorities and 3) I am an ENTJ.
Angel Meraz, Ed.D. Candidate
Content & Training
Meet Angel!
Started with Leadership Inspirations in 2006. Doctoral Candidate in Community College Leadership from Kansas State University. M.Ed. in School Counseling from the University of Maryland College Park. B.A. in Psychology from UCLA,
I am passionate about leadership because I have seen the way leadership development has transformed people’s lives. We have so many big, complex issues facing society across the globe, and we need strong leaders who are courageous enough to solve these problems. Leadership development allows individuals to engage in self-reflection, identifying strengths and passions that they can use to solve these issues. I am proud to be a small part of the process that helps young and seasoned leaders discover a part of themselves that will enhance their knowledge and skills.
Quick Facts About Me: 1) I love to travel to new places, especially if I get to go with my family. Spending time with those I love, doing things I love is super important to me. 2) I like to take risks. One of the riskiest things I have ever done is skydiving. 3) I also work as a counselor for student athletes at a community college. This job is so fun because I get to interact with student athletes and coaches all day, and they are so much fun to work with.
Joe Pazmany, Ed.D.
Content & Training
Meet Joe!
Started with Leadership Inspirations in 2007. Ed.D. in Organizational Leadership from Brandman University.
Leadership is different for everyone and it is truly enjoyable helping each individual find their unique style, increase their personal influence, and develop as a person.
Quick Facts About Me: 1) Currently am the CEO of Innovade, a digital technology firm where I get to build new mobile app products as well as virtual reality platforms every day for work, 2) I enjoy fixing, restoring, and improving classic muscle cars and 3) Whenever I can learn a new skill or try a new activity, I jump at the chance.
Reychel Arias
Special Events
Meet Reychel!
Joined Leadership Inspirations in 2015. B.S. in Business and Economics from California State University, Fullerton.
I love working in events because it brings me joy to help to execute the unique vision of every organization. My goal is to always prepare well so that the event will run smoothly and our clients are happy.
Quick Facts About Me: 1) I am a mom of 2, a boy who and a girl who 8 years apart in age. 2) I married one of my best friends from high school. 3) I was was doubles Champion in CIF for tennis.
Sean Brennan
Marketing & Media
Meet Sean!
Joined Leadership Inspirations in 2010. B.A. in Public Relations from Gonzaga University.
Leadership is a part of everyday life, from sports to the workplace. The skills that are learned through leadership development today can enable a person for tomorrow.
Quick Facts About Me: 1) I have played dodgeball professionally at the World Dodgeball Championship in Las Vegas, Nevada. 2) I love planes. I am willing to pay for a more expensive flight if it means I get to fly on a plane model I have never been on before. 3) I am a full-time digital media geek advertising for clients on various online channels and exploring data to impact business growth.
Caroline DeStefano
Blog
Meet Caroline!
“You all are so amazing. Thank you for everything that you do and for all the time and energy you dedicate to make your programs so exceptional.”
Andrew
Leadership Coach
Meet Andrew!
Eryn
Leadership Coach
Meet Eryn!
B.A. in Public Relations and Advertising with a minor in Leadership Studies from Chapman University.
I am an Assistant Account Executive at Hawkins International Public Relations in New York City. I work with travel and hospitality brands from around the world to tell their stories, initiatives, and what makes them special to the media. I handle media relations, communication strategy, influencer and social media marketing, strategic partnerships, brand collaborations and event planning.
I currently sit on my company’s Social, Wellness, and Diversity and Inclusion committees, where I work to provide a safe, healthy, diverse, and inclusive environment for all employees and our communities.
Quick Facts About Me: 1) I have a huge passion for travel and food and love how it brings old and new friends together. 2) I am a plant mom to Taylor my snake plant, Regina my Fiddle Leaf Tree, and Zeke my ZZ plant. 3) I love anything and everything soft and cozy, best enjoyed with a cup of tea.
Gino
Leadership Coach
Meet Gino!
Aside from the recruiting field, I have a passion for leadership theory, diversity, and inclusion. I love finding new ways to use my knowledge of leadership theory and how it can integrate into the modern workplace. As the work environment and cultures change, the way the workplace functions needs to be dynamic as well. I have a passion for helping the underserved communities get connected to the world of technology as well. In my life, I have been given a tremendous amount of privilege and I have been given the opportunity to leverage that for others.
Jimena
Leadership Coach
Meet Jimena!
Kait
Leadership Coach
Meet Kait!
B.A. in Integrated Educational Studies with double minors in Leadership and Language & Literacy from Chapman University
I currently work at Murrieta’s Well Estate Vineyards in their Concierge and Events Team departments. My job in both departments is to be the main hub of communication for guests and Murrieta’s Well employees. I help with booking and coordinating events as well as the different tasting experiences that we offer. I really get to be the “in-between” for the vineyard and it’s guests. I love my job because every day I am learning something new (both about wine and myself) and it is constantly pushing me to use my leadership skills in a different way.
I am involved with the Rotary Club in my town, which is an international service club. I’m also still involved with my sorority, even as an alumna. Both give me the chance to help others and to give back to people and places that mean so much to me. They’re both places where I found my love for leadership and really allowed me to grow and develop as a leader and person.
Quick Facts: About Me: 1) I always have a book on me. 2) I’m a huge makeup enthusiast and use it as my creative outlet. 3) I don’t like coffee and drink tea religiously.
Kevin
Leadership Coach
Meet Kevin!
Pursuing a B.S. in Business Administration Management from California State University San Marcos. Planning on attending a Master’s program in the near future for a MBA.
I am currently finishing up my last semester at CSUSM where I am a student at the college of business administration and I minor in dance studies. I love being a part of the fast paced environment of the business program, while decompressing and relieving stress through the artistic forms of dance. Odd combo but it works! I will be graduating in Fall 2020!
A couple of organizations I am a part of are CSUSM Cheer team and the San Marcos High School Cheer Team. I am a competitive and game day cheerleader for the university and I coach stunting and choreograph the three cheer teams at San Marcos High School.
Quick Facts About Me: 1) I love to run everyday….yes everyday. 2) I’m a self proclaimed cook! (Vegans for the win!) 3) I’ve helped to fundraise over 50k for cancer research!
Kristen
Leadership Coach
Meet Kristen!
Lindsay
Leadership Coach
Meet Lindsay!
Pursuing an Educational Specialist (Ed.S) degree in School Psychology from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. B.A. in Psychology from Chapman University.
I am starting my final year of graduate school in pursuit of becoming a school psychologist. This is a profession that I find people know little about, but I am thrilled to be starting my career in it. As a school psychologist, I will provide mental health services to general and special education students, I will advocate for students, their families, and for social justice, and I will be involved in crisis prevention, intervention, and postvention. Moreover, that’s only a portion of what I will do!
This past year I was the vice president of our student organization, Student Affiliates in School Psychology and will continue to be a member in my final year of grad school. I’m also a member of our national association (NASP) and plan to be involved in high school organizations that celebrate diversity and inclusion when I am fully immersed in my career.
Quick Facts About Me: 1) I moved to Seattle in September 2020. 2) I love nature and being in small towns more than I like big cities. 3) Whenever I’m home, I help out at a restaurant that my dad has owned for 45 years.
Meghan
Leadership Coach
Meet Meghan!
Sara
Leadership Coach
Meet Sara!
“Thank you for leading by example, for reminding us of what teaching is all about,
and for the affirmations that often go unsaid.”
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