Hi I’m Brian! I love meeting new people, I love to dance, and my biggest dream is to swim next to a blue whale!
I love being a facilitator because I get to see students be excited about learning new skills, building new relationships, and forming a strong community. I have a B.A. in Dance and a B.A. in Integrated Educational Studies and am currently looking to relocate to New York!

“A day without laughter is a day wasted.”

Caelan Cooney is another Millennial who wants ‘to make an impact’, a self-proclaimed movie critic, avid explorer, lifelong learner, a Chapman University graduate and has her Master’s degree in Industrial Organizational Psychology. She has worked with Leadership Inspirations since 2015 and currently is a Learning Strategist for Hone. 

Hi I’m Celina! My favorite animals are koalas, I played soccer for 15 years, and I won a trip to Disneyland in 3rd grade because I could name 3 Frank Sinatra songs! The best thing about being a facilitator is being a part of something much bigger than yourself. I am currently a Resident Director at Chapman University and have a MA in Leadership Development and a BA in Integrated Educational Studies with a minor in Disability Studies.

“Work hard and be kind to people.”

Hello I’m Dom! I am learning how to speak Italian, I can ride a unicycle, and I played college football and set the 2018 season NCAA record for most yards in a game! What I love most about being a facilitator is always learning and adapting because no situation is ever the exact same. I am currently in my final year of law school at the University of Oregon, am a General Counsel intern with FirstService Residential, and have my BS in Economics.

“Change may be scary and risky, but regret is even worse.”

Hi my name is Emily and I love reading comics/manga and watching animations, learned how to crochet during the pandemic, and I love having deep talks getting to know people over tea and snacks! I love leadership because it provides me the opportunity to connect with different individuals and inspire them to develop their true potential. I am currently in my last year at California State University of Long Beach where I will graduate with a BA in Psychology in 2023.

“Real listening is a willingness to let the other person change you.”

Hey I’m Gino and I love roller skating, have a dog and a cat that are best friends, and am fluent in American Sign Language. The best part about being a facilitator is seeing the “aha” moment with students, working with advisors, and playing mafia! I currently am a Talent Acquisition Partner at Tray.io and have a BS in Physiology & Neuroscience with a minor in American Sign Language.

“Be silly, be honest, be kind” – Ralph Waldo Emerson
“What? Like it’s hard?” – Elle Woods

Hey I’m Giorgio! I’m a triplet, I share a birthday with Jackie Chan, and the less facts you know, the more interesting I become. 😉 The best part of being a facilitator is the connection you make with a group, but also being able to use these skills every day in my personal life. Currently I am an Engineering Manager at Medtronic and have a MS in biomedical engineering with an emphasis in neuroengineering and a BS in biology.

“Taking in a challenge is a lot like riding a horse, isn’t it? If you’re comfortable while you’re doing it, you’re probably doing it wrong.”

“You know what the happiest thing on earth is? It’s a goldfish. Y’know why? It’s got a 10-second memory. Be a goldfish.”

Hello! I’m Jimena and I have a 4lb Chihuahua who I adore, an unhealthy obsession with shoes, and I love working in Healthcare because I always feel like I am making a difference. The best thing about being a facilitator is the personal growth that takes place and being able to disconnect yourself and pour your all into what is at hand. I have a BS in Biology and am currently a Supply Chain Coordinator for Providence St Joseph Home Health.

“You are a force to be reckoned with.”

Hello I’m Kait! I love to read and almost always have a book on me, I’m a huge Marvel nerd, and I have to have at least two cups of tea in the morning to be a functioning human! The best thing about being a facilitator is having the opportunity to be surrounded by individuals who want to be better people. I am currently an Area Operations Manager for Amazon and have a BA in Integrated Educational Studies with minors in Language & Literacy and Leadership.

“Leadership is not a person or a position. It is a complex moral relationship between people based on trust, obligation, commitment, emotion, and a shared vision of good.” Joanne Ciulla

Hey! I’m Laura and I don’t know how to make coffee, got my motorcycle license at 19, and I enjoy watching and playing fútbol. The best part about being a facilitator is helping others feel more confident with themselves both personally and professionally. I am currently an Experience Manager at Step Up Tutoring and pursuing my masters in school counseling. I have a BS in criminology & justice studies with a minor in psychological science and Spanish.
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“Never allow waiting to become a habit. Love your dreams and take risks. Life is happening now.”

Hi I’m Lindsay and I love stomping on dry, crunchy leaves, biking is my newfound hobby and I’m named after the Linden tree and currently live on Linden Ave.! The best thing about being a facilitator is that Middle/high school students are basically superheroes. Expectations of them are so high and they inspire me everytime I’m with them…and also, the laughs, high fives, and warm fuzzies. I am a School Psychologist in Seattle, WA and have a Ed.S in School Psychology and a BA in Psychology.

“One is loved because one is loved. No reason is needed for loving.” – The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho

Hi I’m Meghan and my dream job would be an SNL cast member! I also love to plan parties and I sing in my car like I’m performing a sold-out show.
The best thing about being a facilitator is developing some of the most important skills needed in our world (for me and for others!). I am currently a Middle School English and Leadership Teacher with a M.Ed. and BA in Integrated Educational Studies.

“Be yourself, everyone else is taken.” -Oscar Wilde

Hi I am Raelyn! I was able to travel the world while working on a cruise ship and that is how I met my husband. We have a lab mix named Jefferson and cat Rosa, who are both named after influential figures. I could eat breakfast for every meal. I love being a facilitator because I am able to help others find their own unique way of leading and I get to continue learning from different perspectives. Currently I am a Operations Manager for a Printing & Marketing company and have a BA in Leadership & Organizational Studies and BA in Dance

“A smile a day keeps the grumpies away.”

Hey I’m Sean and I love the outdoors, especially beaches but mountains too, I have been working at summer camps since I was 14 years old, and I can’t pick a favorite type of music because my mood always changes. The reason I love being a facilitator is that . I love hearing new ideas and comments from participants. I am currently a middle school English teacher, ASB Advisor, and speech & Debate teacher and have a MA in Teaching and a BA in Integrated Educational Studies.

“If not now, when.” “Be better not bitter.”

Hey I’m Wilson and I have a dog named Leo, I love to swim and go to the beach and I work in cybersecurity. The best part about being a facilitator is the student interaction, coaching new leaders, and problem solving. I currently work in Customer Success for Unit 42 (Palo Alto Networks) and have a MA in International Studies, and BA in Psychology with minors in Business Administration and Leadership Studies.

“Failing to prepare is preparing to fail.” – John Wooden