Leadership in Health Coaching Award Recipients for the February 2020 Accelerated Class

Congratulations to our Leadership in Health Coaching Award recipients for the HCTP February 2020 Accelerated class! Integrative Nutrition believes in, supports, and celebrates all our incredible graduates for spreading the ripple effect of health and happiness in the world. The Leadership in Health Coaching Award was created to recognize the amazing accomplishments of our graduates, specifically those doing outstanding work that aligns with Integrative Nutrition’s core mission. Learn more about the winners below!

Sarah Patrice Wallace

Frederick, Maryland

Instagram Handle: spdwallace

What were you doing prior to enrolling at Integrative Nutrition?

I was taking a year off from college to figure out what I really wanted to major in and to find the right university.

How did your life change after enrolling?

After enrolling, I was able to find a purpose and balance in my life. I am so much healthier now than I was before enrolling. It’s the best experience I’ve ever had.

Gabriella De Almeida

Miami, Florida

Instagram Handle: gabriella.dealmeida

What were you doing prior to enrolling at Integrative Nutrition?

I owned a private catering business making Brazilian desserts. I enrolled in IIN to study nutrition for my own health and soon enough decided I had to incorporate wellness into my business.

How did your life change after enrolling? 

After IIN, I became a Health Coach and found a career doing what I love. I am committed to daily movement, feel more energized than ever, and feel confident with my health choices.

Alexandra Keuning-van Leeuwen

Feldmeilen, Switzerland

Instagram Handle: lexikeuning

What were you doing prior to enrolling at Integrative Nutrition?

I was a stay-at-home mom to my three daughters and a part-time semi-professional photographer. I was also on a personal health journey trying to find ways to manage my health problems.

How did your life change after enrolling? 

IIN has played a huge role in my own health transformation, and I truly feel my life is finally in alignment. I am grateful for the work I can now do; bringing joy and hope to clients is a blessing.

Sherry Bisaillon

Cle Elum, Washington

Instagram Handle: sherrybisaillon

What were you doing prior to enrolling at Integrative Nutrition?

I have always had a passion for living a healthy life – although I did it as a sideline to my day job. Prior to IIN, I focused on leadership development, where I helped leaders be the best they can be!

How did your life change after enrolling?

I have realized that health and well-being is integral to being your best. While I don't lead with health in my executive coaching conversations, it always comes up, and now I help clients dive in!

Alaa Elsherif

Dyer, Indiana

Instagram Handle: Alaelsherif

What were you doing prior to enrolling at Integrative Nutrition?

I was guiding and helping people get through their problems. I also enjoyed working with people who were trying to lose weight.

How did your life change after enrolling? 

I became more mindful, more present, more focused, and healthier.

Carolina Imedio

Austin, Texas

Instagram Handle: carolina_imedio

What were you doing prior to enrolling at Integrative Nutrition?

I was volunteering at Dell Children´s Hospital and giving speeches about mindful eating at Padron Elementary School. The speeches were addressed to low-income families. 

How did your life change after enrolling?

It has been a turning point in my life. It has allowed me to approach my patients in a holistic way, and it is extremely rewarding to see how useful this is.

Sandy Thinnes

Chicago, Illinois

Instagram Handle: sandythinnes

What were you doing prior to enrolling at Integrative Nutrition?

I was a professional makeup artist and corporate trainer for MAC Cosmetics. I also obtained my certification in holistic mind-set development, meditation teaching, and reiki.

How did your life change after enrolling? 

I felt alive. I now know how I can play a part in positively impacting the world. I am officially able to marry my life passion of beauty with my life’s mission to help women feel their best self.

Lindsey Bonadonna

Cincinnati, Ohio

Instagram Handle: lindseyloveswellness

What were you doing prior to enrolling at Integrative Nutrition?

Before enrolling in IIN, I spent 13 years in the craft beer industry rocking out sales, marketing, and various leadership roles.

How did your life change after enrolling?

It did a complete 180 in all the best ways! I am truly living my dream, accomplishing goals I never thought possible and serving others in the way best suited to them. I can't believe this is my life!