Maureen Taylor
Maureen Taylor
- Founded SNP on a foundation of clear communication, memorable delivery, and an insatiable appetite for helping good people
- Became an Aristotle groupie while teaching public speaking at San Francisco State
- Splits her time between San Francisco (the home of the brave), New York City (the greatest city in the world), and Dublin (the land of her people)
Renn Vara
Renn Vara
- Travels the globe working with multinational companies on leadership and cultural alignment
- Worked for four years on Capitol Hill and even ran for Congress
- Addictions include the search for interesting marathons in the world and attempting to master the piano
Joe Mullen
Joe Mullen
- Joined SNP in 1998 and is responsible for all of SNP’s revenue growth
- Previously worked in the non-profit sector and in New York City publishing
- Prefers playing sports to watching them
Jordan Bailey
Jordan Bailey
- Motion graphics wizard
- Received a BS in Commerce with a minor in Video Production from Santa Clara University
- Enjoys long walks on the beach, general cynicism, and soccer
María Bertogli
María Bertogli
- Has more than 10 years experience in operational fields.
- Loves helping make things happen.
- Can’t live without books, music and nature.
Carl Blakey
Carl Blakey
- Works on visual presentations, web projects, and many other graphic requests
- Graduated from the University of Central Lancashire with a BA in Sport Management
- Coaches youth soccer and cheers for his “favourite” soccer team, Middlesbrough FC
Aiza Bonus
Aiza Bonus
- Specializes in video editing, screen capture demos, and motion graphics
- Traveled to Central America to make a documentary for the University of San Francisco
- Enjoys cuddling with her dogs, Appa and Pepper
Cory Caprista
Cory Caprista
- Leverages 10 years of experience at Google, YouTube and Twitter while coaching and teaching for SNP
- Earned his Bachelor of Science in Commerce with a focus in Marketing and Technology from Santa Clara University
- Finds time for meditation, recreational sports, and building Know Your Humans! into a successful business (his party game of thoughtful questions and fun challenges)
Alexa Cole
Alexa Cole
- Specializes in writing, coaching, and facilitating
- Strives to build a sense of community among faculty while bringing in top talent
- Worked for several years in women’s health non-profits on public policy and advocacy
Rick Corrigan
Rick Corrigan
- Has worked with SNP since 1994 in various roles, from field engineer to sound designer
- Has composed for and performed with various musical groups in the Bay Area and Colorado
- Plays with his band, The Pickpocket Ensemble, in Bay Area nightspots on the weekends
Alexandra Dattelbaum
Alexandra Dattelbaum
- Worked many years as an EA while moonlighting as a freelance graphic designer
- Made the leap to full-time graphic design when she joined the SNP team in 2012
- Likes taking long walks with her dogs and mastering her spontaneous napping technique
Jack Dean
Jack Dean
- Trained as a boxer and spends his free time practicing gymnastics and Muay Thai with his family
- Degree in International Political Economy, has lived in China, India, Nepal, and Central America
- Focuses on empowering leaders by helping them learn to trust their own intuition
Tom Frank
Tom Frank
- Is Chief Operating Officer, Executive Coach
- Is a former technology start-up CEO and Executive Director of top-ranked university entrepreneurship program
- Father of two sons and one yellow lab, cooks to relax, HGTV junkie
Alex Henry
Alex Henry
- Specializes in data analytics and acts as resident photographer for SNP’s website
- Graduated from the University of San Diego with a degree in Economics
- Enjoys photography, mountain biking, and sailing on the San Francisco Bay
John Hughes
John Hughes
- Delivers all of SNP’s services, specializing in speaker coaching and creative services
- Moved to Dublin, Ireland in 2014 to co-head SNP’s first global office
- Has an impressive yet useless knowledge of pop culture, song lyrics, and Tom Brady
Lucrecia Iruela
Lucrecia Iruela
- Thrives to create space where people can grow, find solutions, and develop plan actions.
- Combines her experience as an attorney, human resources, and business owner to support executive leaders.
- Passionate about merging internal values and strengths with external goals and results.
Florence Irwin
Florence Irwin
- Expanding SNP’s Irish business through building, managing, and leveraging relationships
- Worked for many years in the international music industry
- Learning to play the xylophone and studying for an open university degree
Alicia Jabbar
Alicia Jabbar
- Built an incredible career at a high- growth data technology company, leading teams across both product management and partnerships
- Couples her ease at building meaningful, lasting relationships with her love of technology and logic to solve problems
- Strives to create a solid foundation for clients that stands through any change event
Matt Johnson
Matt Johnson
- Specializes in SNP’s content services and technical direction
- Previously worked in sound design and promotional writing for a video game startup
- Enjoys playing with various other local guitar-slinging singer-songwriters
Courtney Joyce
Courtney Joyce
- Has worked for over 15 years in the fields of technology and sports marketing
- Has held leadership roles at AOL, Handspring and Webroot Software
- Wows crowds through with her triathlon wins
Luke Kreinberg
Luke Kreinberg
- Associate Director of the Career Management Group at Haas Business School, UC Berkeley
- Partnered a boutique search firm and developed learning curricula for emerging tech firms
- Wrote The Book of Goals: Achievements, Plans, and Dreams of a Lifetime, which has sold more than 100,000 copies
Amalia Kyriazis
Amalia Kyriazis
- Focuses to make content clear and delivery memorable, while taking a personal and empathetic approach
- Graduated from the University of Colorado with a degree in Media, Communication, and Information and a minor in Business and Innovation
- Has been to 46 states, 25+ Countries, and is always looking for the next adventure!
Kristine Libby
Kristine Libby
- Manages the finances for all three offices and acts as point person for all things HR
- Combines strategic office skills with a “can-do” attitude to help everything run smoothly
- Born and raised in California and proudly roots for the Warriors, Giants, and 49ers
Abby Lima
Abby Lima
- Focuses on creative solutions for presentation and graphic design
- Earned a BS in Visual Communication Design from San Francisco State University
- Enjoys nerding out at geek conventions and wrestling with her two shih tzu dogs
Liam Lynch
Liam Lynch
- Pushes SNP’s products to high-quality delivery
- Received a Media Studies/English Literature degree from the University of San Francisco – former digital marketer now turned leadership communications expert
- Folds all restaurant bills into paper boats; thinks three times before speaking; currently scheming to tip the loyalty of SNP’s office dogs in his favor
Nella McNabb
Nella McNabb
- Over 20 years of experience as a Communications Coach and Trainer including 15+ years with SNP
- Regularly works with companies such as Google, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Intel, Sony, Universal and Warner Music
- Although a London native, she has lived and worked in the US, Asia, and throughout Europe
Danielle McVeigh
Danielle McVeigh
- Leads sales in EMEA with a passion for driving growth in business
- Manages Irish Ladies golf team
- Has a love for the outdoors
Annie Nogg Jason
Annie Nogg Jason
- Prioritizes working with diverse populations
- Specializes in helping individuals find new career paths, prepare for interviews, and learn to network authentically
- Successfully completed 50 hours of crisis counselor training
Selena Persiani-Shell
Selena Persiani-Shell
- Brings creativity to digital video and film production at SNP
- Studied experimental video and stop-motion animation at the Art Institute of Portland
- Creator of many award-winning short films
JR Ramiro
JR Ramiro
- Specializes in video production, editing, and creative story telling
- Received a BA in Architecture and a Minor in City & Regional Planning from UC Berkeley
- Received 3 consecutive Best of Weddings in Videography from theknot.com (2014-2016)
Marc Ream
Marc Ream
- Records and edits audio for webcasts, talk radios, headliners, and videos
- Holds a PhD in music composition from UC Santa Barbara
- Enjoys writing music for theater, ballet, and modern dance productions in his free time
Holly Rice
Holly Rice
- Holds 15 years of management, marketing, and project management experience in fast-paced sales environments with a proven track record of success
- Specializes in team leadership and relationship marketing to deliver solutions and drive superior business results
- Is a seeker and speaker of truth, dog mother, eternal optimist, Sagittarius, Virgo rising, and a Taurus moon
Suzy Rollins
Suzy Rollins
- Graduated from the University of Connecticut with a BA in Psychology
- Received a MA in music business from NYU
- Enjoys running along NYC’s West Side and exploring the big city with her puppy Winston
Charlie Ruiz
Charlie Ruiz
- Takes a calm, compassionate approach to coaching with an emphasis on mental discipline
- Values experimental team settings—has professional baseball & startup experience with a business development and customer success background
- Is a Bay Area native with admiration for hiking off-trail and appreciation for people’s stories; also a resource for collegiate and professional athletes finding their way
Danny Schultz
Danny Schultz
- Focuses on presentation skills and crafting clear messages, with an energetic and encouraging approach
- Graduated Bucknell University with a BA in Philosophy, and coached swimming for 8 years
- Enjoys abstract painting, crossword puzzles, karaoke and burritos
Judy Sheldon
Judy Sheldon
- Delivers all of SNP’s products and services
- Previously worked in non-profits and higher education
- Loves to read urban fantasy novels
Jessica Thrasher
Jessica Thrasher
- Focuses on presence, influence, and empathy…and approaches it all with a practical sense of humor.
- Has coached in 15 countries before landing in the Bay Area tech community.
- Loves yoga, monograms, and flared denim. And is a lifelong fan of Wonder Woman.
Alex Vara
Alex Vara
- Loves co-instructing SNP’s trainings and 1:1 coaching
- Passionate about storytelling across all mediums
- Currently working towards her MFA in Creative Writing
Will Vara
Will Vara
- Aids instructors, conducts market research, and supports sales efforts
- A Bay Area native
- Loves playing guitar and drums, long runs, and cheering on the Golden State Warriors
Randall Van Nostrand
Randall Van Nostrand
- One of SNP’s first employees
- Always hunting for new and creative material to augment SNP’s training programs
- Works with The Don’t Quit Your Day Job Dancers and hikes with Hershey the Wonder Dog
Andrea Wedell
Andrea Wedell
- Co-founded and ran a mid-sized international coaching and training organization in France for 12 years, working with entry to senior-level leaders.
- Studied theatre at UCLA, as well as education and mindfulness in Europe.
- Is a professional visual artist, and in recovery from a mild fashion obsession.
John Welsh
John Welsh
- Previously taught high school social studies, English, and math
- Earned a BS in Social Studies Education from Boston University
- Enjoys writing music, attending concerts, and slurping an occasional bowl of gumbo
Jennifer Williams
Jennifer Williams
- Joined SNP in 1996 and oversees all creative services
- Studied Theatre Arts Design in college and is now applying those skills to a career with an actual income
- Her favorite afternoons are spent watching her sons on baseball fields or cross country trails
Bri Libby
Bri Libby
- SNP’s youngest-ever intern and only-ever little dumpling
- Lords over the office from her tiny throne as her alter ego, Bri-yoncé
- Fluent in Baby English and Baby Mandarin
Appa
Appa
- Only has one eye but has double the attitude
- Avid costume connoisseur (shamelessly reuses the greats: Appa Potter and Ewok-appa)
- Wants the other office dogs to have a good time, but not too good of a time
Bambi
Bambi
- Hits up San Francisco’s hottest bars in a backpack
- Throws shade
- Finds Macklemore’s latest single controversial
Hershey
Hershey
- Believes dumpster diving is an art, a sport, a lifestyle
- Loves long hikes and short trips across the street to the bushes
- Wants to be in the conference room—no, wait, out of the conference room—no, wait…
Pepper
Pepper
- Kisses you on the mouth whether you like it or not
- Pees while standing on two legs (really though, you should see this chick)
- Still waiting to be tagged into the ice bucket challenge
