Meet the Team

Daria is a global Human Resources and Organizational Development leader with extensive experience across diverse industries and cultural environments.

 

With a strong academic foundation in International Trade and a Master’s in Human Resources Management and Organizational Development, she brings over a decade of progressive leadership in HR, Talent Enablement, Compliance, Diversity, and Learning & Development.

 

Daria has held senior roles in multinational organizations, including Director- and C-suite-level positions, where she successfully diagnosed organizational needs, developed strategies, and led the implementation of impactful people-focused solutions. Known for her enthusiasm, creativity, and detail-oriented approach, she excels at building inclusive, high-performing cultures, aligning talent strategies with business goals, and driving organizational transformation.

Kim is a seasoned consultant and strategic business partner with over three decades of experience leading organizational transformation, leadership development, and change management across global manufacturing and corporate environments.

 

Proven expertise in designing and implementing HR systems, cultural transformation initiatives, and leadership training programs that drive performance and employee engagement. As

Partner at Ridgway-Ridgway Consulting and Consultant with Courageous Leadership, advised executives and leadership teams on organizational culture, change strategy, and talent development. Previously held senior HR and organizational advancement roles at JTEKT Corporation and The Timken Company, guiding multi-plant, international operations through large-scale restructuring, startup launches, and global workforce development. Recognized for a pragmatic, people-centered consulting style that aligns leadership behaviors with sustainable business outcomes.

Ann is a dynamic executive coach, organizational development strategist, and higher education professional with over 20 years of experience driving talent development, leadership effectiveness, and organizational growth across diverse industries. Founder of STRIVE Performance Coaching, a consulting practice dedicated to empowering individuals and organizations to achieve peak performance through conscious leadership and professional growth.

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A trusted advisor to executives and senior leadership teams, with a proven record of implementing talent strategies, succession planning, and change management initiatives in corporate, healthcare, financial services, and manufacturing environments. Experienced educator and Adjunct Professor, teaching courses in business, organizational behavior, and professional development at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Accomplished author, keynote speaker, and member of the Forbes Coaches Council, with a passion for inspiring others and delivering sustainable results through collaboration, innovation, and people-centered leadership.

Pavel is a seasoned technical training leader and engineering educator with over 30 years of experience, holding a PhD in Hydro Power Electric Engineering. Former Polytechnic University professor and current Vice President of Technical Training Practice, with a proven record of building and leading large-scale training organizations.

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Key achievements include founding and directing the Technical Training & Development Center at TNK-BP Eastern Region, where innovative training programs significantly enhanced workforce skills, safety, and performance.

 

Combines deep academic expertise with corporate leadership to design and deliver competency-based technical training frameworks across the energy sector.

 

Offers consulting expertise in establishing corporate training centers, developing industry-specific training programs, and driving workforce transformation initiatives in engineering-intensive industries.