THE COACH
Coach K is passionate about serving everyday people through her private one-on-one coaching practice. There is nothing more that excites Coach K than ushering the journey of her clients’ success. Her private practice reflects her and GICF’s values of Excellence, Leadership, and Empowerment. Coach K is a CTA Certified Coach and International Coach Federation member.

THE TRAINER
Coach K is one of the leading trainers in the Washington, DC region. She is the lead trainer for GICF certification courses. Her experience as a teacher and lecturer prepared her for her current work as lead trainer. In past positions, she created and operated the training program for major organizations. Her strong academic training – a Master of Arts Degree in National Security with a specialization in Public Diplomacy and Political Warfare – gives her an added edge in her teaching and training style.

THE EXECUTIVE LEADER
Coach K’s transition from Director of Operations at her former position to CEO of GICF came after she finished her National Security graduate school training and received elite mentorship from the Vice President of Finance at her former organization. Her pragmatic thinking, coupled with her creative style, quickly earned her respect and promotions. In the past 3 years of business, her company has quickly gained popularity amongst the Who’s Who of the Washington, DC area. With Coach K leading her charismatic and empowering Team Genesis Coaching Group, GICF is becoming a national brand.



Coach K built a reputation for herself as an empowerment and motivational speaker, coach, and trainer. As one of the most insightful and compelling coaches in her industry, Coach K possesses a unique ability to persuade and connect with people.

She designed her coaching firm to change the way professionals and leaders approach, think about, and live their lives. She is passionate about serving as a catalyst for change in the lives of those who she connects with. As a CTA Certified Life Coach, Coach K began her career as a Youth Coach for at- risk teens. Her passion to unleash the brilliance of young people compelled her to leave her prominent executive position and start her own coaching firm. Coach K’s company created youth coaching programs for institutions such as Job Corps, DC Charter Schools, and The Oak Hill Academy.

Coach K also established Genesis Life Coaching Institute, the first of its kind to target minority populations. She has created customized programs in the areas of Executive Leadership, Business and Marketing, Youth and Family, Public Speaking, Spiritual Empowerment, Health Advocacy and Public Policy, and Personal Development Coaching geared toward professional and community leaders.

A versatile speaker with a breadth of knowledge and wisdom that captivates any audience, Coach K’s unique training and Master of Arts degree in National Security and International Affairs gives her a solid foundation to speak on both historical and current events. She has spoken in front of audiences that included current and former officials of the diplomatic, defense, and intelligence communities. Her natural ability to simplify complex global issues and relate it to everyday-life obstacles is a testament to her intellectual capability and creative thought process.

Coach K’s thirst and drive for success began as a child growing up in Eritrea, East Africa. The Eritrean community is relatively small but well known for a strong work ethic, honest culture, and a will to fight for what they believe in. Many Eritrean women were military soldiers who fought on the battlefield alongside men. The hybrid of her rich culture and heritage and American upbringing allow her to bring a fresh perspective to lessons such as character education, women’s empowerment, and personal success. She vividly depicts life’s challenges and solutions with the kind of authenticity that stirs up the very best in her audiences.

As a college student Coach K was a NCAA Champion and All-Star Athlete in Cross-Country and Track at Southeastern Louisiana University. She has won numerous awards both athletically and professionally, including The Robin Roberts Award, Athlete of the Year, The Spirit to Serve, MVP, The Sports Writers Top Ten, Scholar Athlete of the Year, and Community Leader Award. She currently serves as the Vice President of the Greenbelt Rotary Club.