Dr. Karma Hill is an executive coach, organizational consultant, and positive psychology practitioner who helps leaders and organizations prevent burnout, strengthen emotional intelligence, and build sustainable, human-centered cultures. She currently serves as President of the International Coaching Federation (ICF) Georgia Chapter, where she is dedicated to strengthening community, building leadership capacity, and expanding the impact of professional coaching across the state.

Dr. Hill is the founder of Konversations with Karma, a coaching and consulting practice grounded in her signature REST™ Framework—Resilience, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Care, and Trust. Through this framework, she partners with leaders and organizations to navigate complexity, restore capacity, and lead with clarity and purpose without sacrificing well-being.

She holds a PhD in Business Psychology, with research focused on leadership burnout and the impact of positive psychology coaching among African American women leaders in the post-COVID workplace. Dr. Hill also holds a Master’s degree in Positive Psychology and Coaching Psychology and is an ICF Associate Certified Coach (ACC). Her work is trauma-informed, equity-conscious, and rooted in evidence-based coaching practices.

As President of ICF Georgia, Dr. Hill’s leadership is anchored in three core pillars: capacity, connection, and community impact. She is passionate about engaging coaches at every stage of their journey, cultivating meaningful partnerships, and positioning coaching as a vital resource for individuals, organizations, and communities throughout Georgia.

Dr. Hill is a proud Georgia native and alumna of Georgia State University. Outside of her professional work, she enjoys hiking, yoga, gardening, and creating spaces that invite reflection, restoration, and growth.

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Wanzel Jessie is an accomplished operations executive and ICF-ACC credentialed executive coach with more than 25 years of experience leading cross-functional teams and driving organizational transformation across Fortune 500 companies in retail, financial services, technology, and consumer electronics. Throughout his career, he has held senior leadership roles where he successfully launched new divisions, accelerated growth within established business units, and led complex reorganizations to strengthen performance and scalability.

Known for aligning strategy, financial results, and people development, Wanzel brings a balanced approach that connects operational excellence with human-centered leadership. He has implemented technology-enabled solutions and process improvements that enhanced customer satisfaction, increased efficiency, and strengthened organizational resilience. Wanzel has served as Treasurer and Board President of ICF Georgia.

In addition to his corporate leadership, Wanzel is the founder of MIH Coaching, an executive coaching and leadership development firm that partners with executives and emerging leaders to build clarity, confidence, and action-driven frameworks for sustained success. Guided by servant leadership principles, he is passionate about developing high-performing, values-based cultures where individuals thrive, teams excel, and organizations grow with purpose.

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Vanessa Armorer is an experienced coach, executive leader, and licensed financial professional with over two decades in corporate leadership. As founder of Your STRIDE Solutions, she provides coaching, consulting, and financial services that help individuals and organizations grow with purpose.

A credentialed coach with the International Coaching Federation, Vanessa is known for her empathetic, results-driven approach that empowers clients to reach their goals. In her role as Treasurer, she brings deep expertise in financial strategy, stewardship, and generational wealth building.

Outside of work, Vanessa enjoys connecting with family and friends over coffee or home-cooked meals and is active in her community through church and nonprofit service.

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Sandi High is a seasoned senior HR and business executive with deep experience guiding leaders through complex business and cultural transformations. She brings extensive expertise in executive coaching, global mergers and acquisitions, organizational design and development, and leadership development within highly matrixed organizations. Sandi is frequently sought out for her business and HR thought leadership, trusted advisory support to C-suite leaders, and her intentional approach to building strong, capable HR business partner teams.

At the heart of Sandi’s work is a genuine commitment to positively influencing the experiences and impact of those around her. She is deeply intentional in how she shows up as a leader, using her life experiences, successes, and lessons learned to grow personally while supporting others in their self-discovery journeys. This values-driven approach fuels her passion for leadership, coaching, and service.
Sandi’s commitment to excellence and ethical practice is reflected in her ongoing investment in the International Coaching Federation (ICF) and her dedication to advancing the coaching profession. As Director of Events, she brings both strategic insight and heart-centered leadership to creating meaningful, high-impact experiences for the ICF Georgia community.

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Yvette Taylor , is an executive coach and organizational leader with more than 25 years of experience supporting individuals and organizations across the public and private sectors. She brings a thoughtful, relationship-centered approach to leadership and coaching, helping people think differently, lead authentically, and create lasting impact.

As a coach, Yvette partners with clients using an engaging, evidence-based methodology grounded in the T-GROW Model (Topic, Goal, Reality, Options, Way Forward). Her coaching style emphasizes collaboration, clarity, and accountability—supporting leaders as they strengthen decision-making, navigate change, and reach their full potential.
In her role as Director of Membership, Yvette is focused on enhancing the member experience, fostering meaningful engagement, and supporting the growth and retention of a vibrant, inclusive coaching community.

Yvette is a senior executive and consultant with over 25 years of leadership experience and has spent the last five years working as an ICF-credentialed coach. Her professional background spans both public and private sector organizations, with a strong focus on leadership development and organizational transformation.

She holds a Ph.D. in Applied Management and Decision Sciences with a specialization in Leadership and Organizational Change from Walden University, an MBA from Alabama A&M University, and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Alabama in Huntsville.

Yvette is the CEO and President of Global Contour Coaching, LLC, where she continues her mission of empowering leaders to lead with clarity, confidence, and impact.

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Joy R’zelle Butts, ACC, is a dynamic Learning and Leadership Development professional and Certified Professional Coach with more than 15 years of experience supporting individuals and organizations through growth, transition, and transformation. Through her coaching practice, Active Potential Coaching, she partners with individuals to gain clarity and build confidence as they navigate complex career and life transitions. Clients share that her coaching empowers them to refine their personal and professional narratives, build productive habits, and secure new roles or promotions with greater confidence.

In addition to her coaching practice, Joy serves as the Talent Operations Manager at HRCatalyst, where she leads large scale leadership development, performance management, and culture assessment projects for organizations ranging from nonprofits to Fortune 500 companies.

Joy’s commitment to service extends beyond her professional work. She has volunteered for over 15 years supporting public schools and currently serves as a Board Member for the Smyrna Education Foundation. She also contributes to the broader talent community as a volunteer mentor with NAAAHR Atlanta and a member of the Association for Talent Development (ATD).

Certified in Everything DiSC, and the Strong Interest Inventory, Joy brings a research informed and human centered approach to her work. She holds a BBA in Business Management from Kennesaw State University and is pursuing her master’s degree in Learning, Leadership, and Organization Development at the University of Georgia.

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Dr. Scott Drexler brings over 25 years of elite coaching experience to high-stakes leadership development. Along his ICF ACC-certified coaching journey, he has guided Navy SEALs, combat medics, U.S. Marshals, FBI agents, EMTs, firefighters, infectious disease clinicians, emergency managers, and C-suite executives through exceptional-circumstance decision-making and performance optimization. Through his firm Spearpoint Performance, he serves the “vocational 20%”, leaders who view leadership as an infinite mastery journey rather than a finite destination.

His coaching methodology draws from three decades of operational excellence across military special operations, federal emergency management, and organizational development. As a retired Navy SEAL with specialized SDV Team experience, he led combat operations and served as chief special weapons instructor. Currently, as Director of Emergency Operations for HHS/ASPR’s Strategic National Stockpile, he manages nationwide public health emergencies including COVID-19, Mpox, and H5N1, achieving 99.5% operational reliability during continuous crisis operations.

Dr. Drexler’s pracademic foundation includes award-winning dissertation research on mindful awareness in High Reliability Organization leaders, earning Dissertation of the Year recognition from University of Phoenix (2018). This research documented how elite performers develop decision-making capabilities under radical uncertainty, findings that inform his SEAL Savvy COACH model framework.

As a federal competency architect, he led creation of the nation’s first Critical Infrastructure Facility Security Officer (CIFSO) program and co-developed the GS-0089 Public Health Emergency Management Specialist competencies, establishing federal standards for emergency managers nationwide.

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Natasha Marshall is an accomplished coach and leader with a multifaceted career spanning coaching, diplomacy, and community service. She currently serves as the Director for Partnerships at International Coaching Federation – Georgia, an Adjunct Coach for the U.S. Department of State, and the Founder and Managing Director of Agile Coaching & Consulting Solutions. Natasha’s coaching approach is agile, collaborative, and client-centered, empowering individuals to harness their full potential in leadership, career, and life.

Through her coaching, Natasha inspires clients to adapt their leadership styles and career goals to diverse situations and achieve meaningful results. Her ability to foster creative collaboration and deliver tailored coaching solutions has earned her recognition for revitalizing struggling teams, cultivating strong client relationships, and supporting individuals through career transitions and challenges. At Agile Coaching Solutions, Natasha helps leaders “become the leader they want to follow,” guiding them to realize their vision and reach their full potential.

Natasha brings a rich intercultural perspective and extensive professional background to her coaching practice, drawing from her 20+ years as a U.S. Diplomat. She has served in China, Nigeria, Jamaica, Israel, Egypt, and Germany, gaining deep insights into diverse cultures and leadership styles. Her global experience informs her coaching philosophy, allowing her to ignite excellence and foster lasting change in her clients.

Natasha’s dedication to service extends beyond her coaching practice. She founded the Armand Center for Conflict Resolution, a non-profit organization in Maryland focused on facilitating safe parent-child engagement. She has been recognized with numerous awards for her community service and volunteerism. In Savannah, Georgia, Natasha hosts and facilitates life skills workshops for the Savannah Union Mission, serves as a parent board member for the Savannah-Chatham County Public School System, and volunteers with the Savannah Police Department.

Natasha’s passion lies in empowering leaders and their teams to overcome challenges, embrace growth, and achieve their aspirations. With compassion, clear communication, and a commitment to excellence, Natasha partners with her clients to drive lasting, transformative change.

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Freda Cornelius, is a certified Life, Health & Wellness, and Executive Leadership Coach with over two decades of entrepreneurial and organizational leadership experience. She is the founder of Reframing Memories, LLC and Tranquil Wellness Center, where she supports individuals—particularly midlife women in leadership—through periods of burnout, transition, and reinvention.

Freda brings a holistic, heart-centered approach to coaching that integrates evidence-based practices, conscious leadership principles, and mind-body awareness. Her background includes serving in executive roles within professional networking organizations and small-business ownership across multiple industries.

She is a past Influencer of the Year award recipient with the Conscious Leadership Academy, a published collaborative author, and an active contributor to the coaching community. Freda is passionate about creating safe, grounded spaces where clients and colleagues can reconnect with clarity, purpose, and sustainable success.

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