About the Author

Doug Forsdick is a Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal recipient. He is a Certified Executive Coach with an Associate Certified Coaching (ACC) designation from the International Coaching Federation (ICF). Doug has over 35 years of progressive leadership experience at the local, national and international level. Doug has served on numerous boards and led numerous organizations. Doug currently operates Doug Forsdick Coaching and Consulting Services in Victoria, BC where he has coached many leaders at all levels from individuals preparing for their first job to seasoned strategic leaders. Keri Schwebius is a Certified Executive Coach and consultant with a Master of Arts in Leadership. She works with organizations and high achieving individuals who want to create better workplaces through effective leadership. She holds accreditations in change management, emotional intelligence, and team building. Keri has a genuine desire to make a positive change in the world, working with clients and as a member of the Board of Directors of CityKidz Regina. Heather Thomson is a wife, mother, educator, leader, author and entrepreneur. She is a Certified Executive Coach with an ACC designation from the International Coaching Federation and is the founder of Bold and Brave Coaching. She is also a Certified Positive Intelligence Coach. Her passion is working with women leaders to help them navigate their personal and professional lives in order to lead happy, healthy, and fulfilling lives. She has had the opportunity to support many leaders on their leadership journey. During her 27 years in education, she has held many formal and informal leadership roles. She has a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology, a Master of Arts in Educational Leadership and a Bachelor of Business Administration. She lives in Alberta with her husband, daughter, two family dogs and a cat.