Career Coaching

Blanca Blaney, PCC, CPCC, CMC

Principal | DesignIntelligence 

Blanca Blaney’s true passion is supporting mid to senior women business leaders and their teams. Her leadership skills combined with her vast expertise as a Certified Leadership/Executive Coach and Human Resources professional forms a unique blend of talent for developing senior leaders and their teams.

"Blanca helped me through many intimidating corporate changes: a new boss, new colleagues, a revised team structure and a constantly morphing corporate culture. I am a better leader because of her!" 

Nikki Evans

CEO | Ridgeline Coaching

Nikki Evans believes that work should be a place where we can thrive. As a coach, she helps leaders and teams identify strengths, see what is getting in their way of having their success and create actionable plans to get more of what they want. She is naturally curious, loves to solve puzzles and tends to use analogies a lot to help drive clarity.

"My work situation has changed dramatically for the better since my coaching with Nikki. With her support and insight, I was able to make a difficult decision that successfully altered my career path."

Nikki has worked with several high performing leaders to hone leadership skills. She also guides teams to navigate the complex adaptive systems they work in to be more effective, joyful and productive in the time they spend together at work.

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Cynthia (Cindy) Knowles

Certified Leadership/Executive Coach

Cindy Knowles is the former VP/Head of Business Administration for FIS (NYSE: FIS). In this executive role, she was responsible for the oversite and execution of enterprise programs and activities across multiple business functions for the Office of the President. Ms. Knowles is active on the Board of Directors for PayTech Women, is a Certified Leadership/Executive Coach and a CliftonStrengths Champion.

"Since I began learning from Cindy, I’ve since been promoted twice and can feel a positive change in my confidence as I continue to grow."

With 35+ years in the payments industry, Ms. Knowles’ career includes a spectrum of experiences including Sales Mgmt., Strategy, Thought Leadership, DEI, Mar/Comm, Branding, Event Mgmt., Product Development and Sales training. She is involved in organizations including LLS and a champion for Donate Life America (donatelife.net).

Elizabeth Lions, PHR

Founder and President | LIONSOLOGY

Elizabeth Lions stands apart in the coaching realm. As a three-time bestselling author of transformative books like "I Quit – Working For You Isn’t Working For Me" and "Hear Us Roar," her focus isn't just on coaching—it's on revolutionizing career trajectories. With over two decades immersed in talent acquisition, she possesses an unparalleled understanding of the corporate landscape. This unique perspective allows her to predict hiring, firing and promotion patterns, giving clients an insider's advantage.

"Because of her expertise, I was able to achieve a career transition into a role I didn’t even know I could reach for, and a salary increase of more than 55%!"

Her coaching isn't just about securing promotions or navigating job markets; it's a career metamorphosis.

For more about her work, visit www.lionsology.com.

Camille McKinney

Principal Executive/Leadership Coach | Camille McKinney - Leadership Coach

I am an experienced leadership coach with a background in corporate learning and performance consulting, specializing in empowering women leaders to develop their self-leadership skills.

My coaching approach emphasizes values-based leadership and leveraging strengths to lead with empathy and confidence. I offer personalized coaching using a model focused on exploring, embodying, and expressing your unique leadership brand.

"Camille helped me create a truly ACTIONABLE plan and leverage effective strategies that delivered results for my clients, guiding me to focus on the right path." 

As a certified coach with Coach U and Linkage's Advancing Women Leaders Academy, I bring extensive experience in leadership, Emotional Intelligence, and performance consulting to help you uncover your leadership advantage.

Valissa Pierrelouis

Founder and CEO | Standout Career Guide, A Coaching Practice

I’m Valissa Pierrelouis, Leadership Coach & Founder of Standout Career Guide.

With executive leadership experience and more than 20 years in payments, I help ambitious mid-career women, like you, amplify their value, voice and visibility to achieve executive roles and salary growth—without being an extrovert or overworking.

"Working with Valissa has transformed how I perceive my contributions and empowered me to think and communicate more strategically. Her guidance and support have been invaluable for my career!"

Women come to me when they feel stuck or stalled, and want to accelerate their career or elevate their leadership brand while being true to themselves. Using my proven three-step framework, clients stand out and secure higher salaries, promotions and/or career alignment.