2026 NOW Conference Coaches

Katerina Zhukova

Coach, MPsych, MBA

Katerina, MPsych (Hons), CPCC, MBA is a psychology-based, trauma-informed coach working at the intersection of human behavior, identity transitions, and professional development. She holds a Master’s degree in Psychology and an MBA from the University of Houston, with advanced certifications from Wharton School of Business, Cornell University, and the University of Toronto. Katerina is fully certified as a Professional Co-Active Coach (CPCC) through the Co-Active Training Institute (USA).

With over 15 years of experience in highly diverse, international corporate environments and...

Rachel York

UC Berkeley, Associate Director of Admissions | Founder/Coach for Re.Connect

Rachel York is a coach, facilitator, and higher education professional with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals through change across corporate healthcare and higher education settings. She currently works on the MBA Admissions team at UC Berkeley’s Haas School of Business, where she supports prospective and admitted students and contributes to initiatives focused on access, community, and the student experience.

Rachel is also the founder of Re.Connect Coaching & Facilitation, where she offers 1:1 coaching and leads reflective, tools-based workshops that help...

Hon Mun Yip

NAT Capital Pte Ltd, Associate Professor (Adjunct) & Head Coach

Imagine a career that inspires you and fits the life you desire.

No more forcing yourself into roles that don't feel right.

As a two-time CEO, I’ve faced burnout, misalignment, and empty promises.

I found relief when I started aligning my work with my life.

Now, I help others do the same, guiding them to lead authentically and align their careers with their purpose.

Hi, my name is HonMun.

I'm an ontologically trained, certified Coach and Professor at NUS Business School.

With over 30 years of corporate experience...

Dorothy Yang

Johnson and Johnson, Director, Enterprise Product Coaching

I love getting to know ""the stories behind the faces,"" whether it's with colleagues, direct reports, customers or coaching clients. This curiosity and empathy drove me to not only lead large, global teams to solve complex problems by deeply understanding the end-user, but it’s also led me into leadership coaching.

I’m a Product and Strategy Executive, with nearly 20 years of experience in Product, Strategy, Marketing, Innovation, Operations, and Engineering leadership roles. With a background spanning Tech, Healthcare, and Consumer Products, I leverage a wealth of functional and...

Peggy Wu

Higher Frequency Thoughts, Quiet Leadership Strategist and Executive Coach

Peggy Wu is a Quiet Leadership Strategist and executive coach for women in tech navigating moments when outward success no longer feels aligned. She works with leaders who carry significant responsibility and have reached the limits of what logic, striving, and performance alone can sustain — helping them shift into a steadier internal way of leading under real-world pressure.

Peggy brings this work not only as a coach, but through decades of experience leading complex, high-stakes initiatives in technology for the public sector, where clarity, judgment, and presence mattered as...

Erik White

Upsight PLLC, Decision and Leadership Coach

Most often, people come to me for coaching because they feel stuck. Together, we'll organize your thoughts; reduce overwhelm; relieve tension between competing goals or values; and apply a practical decision-making philosophy so you'll find peace of mind and have confidence to move forward.

My ICF-ACC certified coaching approach draws on decades of experience as a physician leader and former Navy officer blended with insights from cognitive and decision science. Applying this pragmatic framework to your unique circumstances, we'll tackle your complex decisions, leadership concerns,...

Jennifer Whitcomb

The Trillium Group, Principal

Jennifer Whitcomb, ICF Master Certified Coach (MCC), Principal of The Trillium Group is a seasoned global leadership and executive coach with over 25 years of experience working with diverse leaders. Known for her ability to help leaders navigate complex challenges, she partners with clients to enhance their presence, clarify their vision, and create actionable strategies for growth and success.

She helps leaders unlock their full potential by fostering self-awareness, resilience, and authentic communication. Through a...

Charlaé Washington

UC Berkeley Law Career Development Office, Employer Relations & Recruitment Programs Manager | Owner, Charlaé Washington Coaching & Consulting

Hello! I'm an ICF-certified coach with 7 years of formal coaching experience. My ~20 year career has spanned advertising, tech, and academia. I’ve been an individual contributor, a team leader, and an org leader. My experience in the fields of marketing and HR means I understand both the business and people sides of organizations, and I bring that professional context and expertise to my coaching.

My coaching style is intuitive, warm, and lovingly direct. During a session you can expect deep and active listening, powerful questions, and astute observations, sprinkled with humor,...

Aleah Warren-Tong

Aleah Warren-Tong Coaching, Executive Coach

As a coach, Aleah creates a non-judgmental, supportive environment that enables clients to grow, learn, and build more fulfilling, purposeful professional and personal lives. Through 1:1 coaching, clients clarify their values and vision for their life, and break down their goals into manageable, achievable steps that ultimately lead to meaningful life changes and mindset shifts, resulting in greater well-being.

Aleah is a Certified Professional Co-Active Coach (CPCC) and holds an Associate Coaching Credential (ACC) from the International Coaching Federation (ICF). Aleah also holds a...

Helanah Warren

Thrive By Design, Executive Coach & Organizational Consultant

Helanah Warren is your go-to coach for navigating the transition from stress and worry to a thriving confidence and clarity in your professional life. With over 15 years of experience empowering high-achievers to clarify their goals, build confidence, and embrace their unique strengths, she’s here to help you take the next big step in your life.

As a higher ed employee, you’re already making an impact on the world. But let’s face it—redefining yourself in the workforce, networking, and aligning your career path can feel overwhelming. That’s where Helanah comes in. Together, you’ll...