The Coach Approach Training Institute Team
World-leading expert trainers and educators, recognized as industry pioneers.
An Extraordinary Team for Exceptional Coaches
Recognized for unmatched quality and content from our students and our peers alike, our robust curriculum and elective courses reflect the seasoned expertise and real-world experience of our veteran founders, and highly credentialed and decorated trainers. Our team’s contributions have been awarded for shaping the coaching, organizing, and productivity industries as we know them today; they are pioneers, published authors, thought leaders, and thriving entrepreneurs. Collectively, they commit their time, energies, intentions, and philosophies to support our students – in turn empowering individuals in creating A Life That Fits.
Years of Coaching
Combined years of experience
in the coaching industry.
Years of Teaching
Combined years of teaching at Coach Approach Training Institute.
Students Served
A diverse range of individuals
since our founding in 2006.
Credentials Awarded
From one of the 9 professional certifications we offer.
Meet our Team
Trainers & Staff
Learn more about what makes each of our trainers special – their unique backgrounds, vast experience, and ongoing commitment to their own learning and development are unparalleled in the industry.
Sara Skillen, PCC, COLC, CNC, CPO
Owner & Director of
Education
Sara Skillen
Sara is the Owner & Director of Education for Coach Approach Training Institute. She has earned credentials as a Certified Organizer Coach credential Certified Organizer Life Coach credential and ICF Professional Certified Coach .
Anna Shnayder
Registrar
Anna Shnayder
Anna is the Coach Approach Training Institute's Registrar. She is responsible for processing student registrations, maintaining student records, and contributing to a successful experience for all coaches and students.
Denslow Brown, MCC, CNC, CPO-CD, CPO
Co-Founder & Director of Credentialing
Denslow Brown
Denslow is the visionary co-founder of the Coach Approach Training Institute, alongside Cameron Gott. She now serves as the Director of Credentialing, overseeing the evaluation and administration of coaching credentials for CAT coaches.
Sara Cummings, ACC
Communications Coordinator
Sara Cummings
Cameron Gott, PCC
Co-Founder& Curriculum Designer
Cameron Gott
Cam, co-founder of Coach Approach Training Institute, collaborated closely with Denslow Brown to develop our curriculum, serving as the primary architect of key models used throughout the program.
Jeanette Pearson
Emeritus
Jeanette Pearson
Jeanette worked as the CAT-IAC administrator and Denslow's assistant for over 10 years. She is now retired and living in the Missouri Ozarks Mountains. She is deeply missed.
The Coach Approach Team
Sara Skillen, PCC, COLC, CNC, CPO
Owner & Director of
Education
Sara Skillen
Sara is the Owner & Director of Education for Coach Approach Training Institute. She has earned credentials as a Certified Organizer Coach credential Certified Organizer Life Coach credential and ICF Professional Certified Coach .
Denslow Brown, MCC, CNC, CPO-CD, CPO
Co-Founder & Director of Credentialing
Denslow Brown
Denslow is the visionary co-founder of the Coach Approach Training Institute, alongside Cameron Gott. She now serves as the Director of Credentialing, overseeing the evaluation and administration of coaching credentials for CAT coaches.
Cameron Gott, PCC
Co-Founder& Curriculum Designer
Cameron Gott
Cam, co-founder of Coach Approach Training Institute, collaborated closely with Denslow Brown to develop our curriculum, serving as the primary architect of key models used throughout the program.
Elizabeth Brink, ACC, CNC
Senior Trainer
Elizabeth Brink
Ellen Faye, CPLC, PCC, CPO
Senior Trainer
Ellen Faye
Susan J. Lieber, PCC, CAPC, CPO
Senior Trainer
Susan Lieber
Casey Moore, MA, CPLC, PCC, CPO
Senior Trainer & Mentor
Casey Moore
Casey is a multi-credentialed leader in the productivity field with 25+ years of experience in entrepreneurship, speaking, writing, and training. She's known for her holistic approach and nurturing growth in others.
Lee Popiolek, CNC, ACC
Trainer
Lee Popiolek
Lee is the first coach certified as a Neurodiversity Coach through Coach Approach Training Institute. Her graduate project played a key role in developing the Neurodiversity Support & Advocacy course curriculum.
Teresa Taylor, MBA, CPC
Assistant Trainer
Teresa Taylor
Diane Thomson, MS, CAPC, PCC
Trainer
Diane Thomson
Diane is a 2013 graduate of Coach Approach Training Institute with Certified Organizer Coaching, Certified ADHD Productivity Coaching, and Professional Certified Coach (ICF) credentials. Her expertise is in professional organizing and mental health.
Ari Tuckman, PsyD
Trainer