The Empowerment Collective

Wouldn’t be great to work with people who share your commitment to excellence?

Our Associates are dedicated to helping organizations grow through strong leadership and employee development. Together, we make a real difference in transforming workplaces and inspiring future leaders.

Ozzy Ox Lambayong

Executive Coordinator

Keith Defreitas

Regional Director of Engagement

Chelsey Wagaman

Operations Manager

Meet Our Associates

  • CEO, Speaker, Behavior Specialist

    Behavior analyst, award-winning entrepreneur, and keynote speaker, Angela is the CEO at QuantumSmart in tech security. Founder of Kinesics.com, she helps businesses unlock potential through non-verbal communication.

  • Sr. Coach

    Lisa has served in mission-driven organizations for more than 20 years, specializing in systems-thinking strategic coaching to enhance team and process performance. She's based in Collierville, TN with her husband Jerry.

  • Sr. Coach

    Dr. Bixby is a Sr. Coach and Advisor with 35 years in construction and aerospace. He is a certified Gold Coach and enjoys leveraging his experience to give back to his community. He and his wife live in Greenville, SC, and have four children and six grandchildren.

  • Data Management Specialist, Project Manager

    Jerry has more than 30 years of experience in banking (risk and project management) and church leadership and education. He holds degrees in business and religion along with certifications in project management, Six Sigma, and data analytics. He is also an Authorized Instructor for the Project Management Institute as well as an elder in his church with chief responsibility for education.

  • Sr. Coach

    Holly has over 30 years of experience in higher education, specializing in biblical counseling, writing, and seminar speaking. She supports her local community with mediation and conflict resolution and is actively involved in intercity advocacy. She is also an author -Gracefully Grounded: The Shattering that Sets Us Free.

  • Founder & CEO of Clear Path Methodology, Inc.

    Carol is passionate about helping people and organizations grow, build confidence, and achieve their goals. With over 30 years of experience in consulting and mentoring, she focuses on leading projects, bringing teams together, and solving tough challenges.

    Carol enjoys mentoring others, supporting strong teams, and helping leaders connect with their teams. She’s always rooting for those who need extra support.

    Outside of work, Carol loves writing poetry, taking photos, hiking, and spending time in nature.

  • Executive Coaching

    With over 35 years in executive HR, Mark specializes in leadership advising, culture building, and employee development. He lives in Charlotte, NC, and enjoys family time, historical travel, and community service.

  • Leadership Coach

    Bill, a Lehigh University graduate and former U.S. Marine Captain, led operations at American Olean Tile and GRACO before serving as President of BJU Press until 2024. He is a dedicated woodcraft artist and active in his church, with his wife, two daughters, and four grandchildren.

  • Coaching, Sales

    Founder of White Rabbit Group since 2004, Mike specializes in leadership development through design thinking. He has a proven track record and collaborates with clients like John Deere and Iowa State University to enhance organizational resilience. Mike holds a Bachelor's in History and Classical Greek and a Master's in Theology.

  • Customer Acquisition

    Director of Business & Executive Programs at Ball State University, Greg brings nearly 30 years of experience in small business, financial, and nonprofit marketing. Certified in Customer Experience (CX) and Simplexity problem-solving, he specializes in CX training, strategic planning, and fostering innovative teams.

Join The Empowerment Collective

Are you passionate about helping organizations and supporting great leadership? By partnering with TALO, you can make a positive impact and expand your influence.

Why Partner with TALO?

Strong Collaboration

Be part of a community of professionals who are dedicated to providing value and achieving great results.

Access to Resources

Benefit from a wealth of tools and knowledge to help organizations improve.

Make a Difference

Help shape the future of leadership and create meaningful change in workplaces.

Ready to Make an Impact?

Join TALO's network of associates and help us develop the leaders of tomorrow. Together, we can achieve excellence and create a lasting impact.