Coaches

Emile Paradis is an owner and managing partner for The Referral Company of Northwest Georgia and North Carolina. He is a master trainer for The Referral Institute and trainer for the Certified Networker Program, which assists sales professionals in the development and implementation of word-of-mouth marketing. Emile received his B.A. from the University of Maine and is a retired colonel from the Marine Corps Reserve.

Linda Zuk is the president of Fast Forward Process, Inc., a business consulting group. She has worked with teams and individuals for more than 11 years. A principle focus in her work is creating accountability and a realistic relationship to time. Her previous experience in counseling adults has translated into a remarkable ability to support teams and organizational change. Linda has a B.A. in psychology and education from Roosevelt University and is a member of Coachville, a training organization for coaches.

Gordon Rude is an executive consultant specializing in strategic planning and organizational development. A major focus of his work is increasing organizational effectiveness. Since 1983 he has provided consulting services to CEOs and corporate senior management teams throughout the United States. He has an MS from Southern Illinois University and an MPH from the University of California Los Angeles.

Harry Rodenhi is a business coach dedicated to supporting individuals and organizations in taking charge of their enterprises, which he labels as, “those complex and often challenging undertakings that demand systematic and purposeful action.” He partners with professionals, executives/corporations, and entrepreneurs/small business owners in identifying their enterprise by supporting them with a powerful coaching model. Harry holds a B.S. in electrical engineering from the University of Dayton. He is a graduate of Coach University, and is certified by the International Coach Federation.

Robert B. Isaacs is a business consultant and coaches executives, business owners, and entrepreneurs. His leadership roles have included being president of a company and his coaching/consulting activities included outplacement consulting and leading a CEO support group. A registered corporate coach, Bob holds a BA degree from Johns Hopkins University, an MS degree in clinical psychology from Purdue, and an MBA degree from the Wharton Graduate School of the University of Pennsylvania.

Ellen Malow is president of Malow Mediation & Arbitration, Inc., an alternative dispute resolution company located in Atlanta. Ellen was a trial attorney for over 12 years before beginning her ADR practice and has represented both plaintiffs and defendants in cases that included medical malpractice, products liability, toxic torts, employment law, and commercial litigation. Ellen obtained her B.A. in psychology and her law degree from the University of Texas.

Soyini Coke is the founder and managing principal of Annona Enterprises, supports young businesses in executing critical initiatives or projects. In her current capacity as an independent consultant and interim executive for emerging growth companies, she works with executives to write actionable, investor-ready business plans, and develop financial projections to map the growth of their businesses. She graduated cum laude from Harvard University in 1998 with a Bachelor of Arts in applied mathematics and economics.

John A. Midkiff is a business consultant and coach, and is president of Biz Creations, Inc.. He is a qualified operations executive with a successful track record in new product development, business forecasting, strategic planning, and information technology. John uses his twenty-nine years of experience in business to support leaders to create organizations and systems to enhance performance and encourage creativity. John received his B.S. in engineering from the University of Virginia and his leadership coaching and training education through The Legacy Center in Raleigh.

Arline N. Berman is an organizational effectiveness consultant as well as an executive and business coach with over twenty-two years experience as a facilitator, values consultant, and a catalyst for organizational change. She provides leadership coaching, action learning, strategic planning, and team development to help clients reach desired outcomes. Arlene received her CPCC coaching credentials from the Coaches Training Institute and her both her Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology and Masters in counseling from Georgia State University.

Patty Farinola is a business and personal coach specializing in leadership, communication, career development, life goals, and relationships. Patty has over twenty-five years of business experience in marketing, sales, system evaluation, and business strategy with industry-leading Fortune 100 corporations and privately held firms. She holds a B.A. in economics from Emory University and received her coaching training from CoachU.

Jeff Jarosinski is a supporter of individuals in their personal growth. He has business experience as a personal financial advisor. He received his Ph.D. in counseling from the University of New Orleans in 1995.

Harlan Graiser is a coach and consultant currently focusing on supporting small-business owners who are re-examining their business models in order to adapt to new conditions. As a small business owner, he founded a contract manufacturing firm for which he received a Best Business Plan award. Harlan holds a BS in mechanical engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and an MBA from Xavier University.

Ivie B. Graiser is a manager, consultant, and coach with thirty years of experience. Her clients include professionals and business owners in many different disciplines. Ivie also facilitates workshops and co-leads support groups. She holds a B.S. in human development and family studies from Cornell University.

Richard Kirby is co-founder of Executive Impact, an executive recruiting, placement, and consulting service. He has thirty years of corporate experience that includes management, training and development, as well as sales and marketing. He coaches supervisors and executives in small and large companies. Richard has a BS in engineering.

Leah Henderson coaches individuals and companies to make their lives and their enterprises profitable, beneficial and enjoyable. With a Bachelor’s degree from Georgia State University in Communications and a Master’s degree in Counseling from Philadelphia Biblical University, 10 years counseling experience and as a successful entrepreneur, Leah brings both education and work experience to the coaches table. Leah is the former co-owner of Arcuragi & Henderson Marketing Communications, Inc. in Philadelphia, PA, a marketing communications and advertising agency that catered to the needs of the pharmaceutical industry.