Meet Our Coaches

  • iPEC-CPC, ICF-PCC, ELI-MP

    BUSINESS COACHING

    Virtual or In-Person (Kokomo, Fort Wayne, Indianapolis, IN)

    Languages Spoken: English

    Industries Served: Nonprofit, Entrepreneurs, Business Executive Leadership

    Coaching Style: Kalena James' coaching style blends transformative leadership development with emotional intelligence and strategic business insights. As a certified executive business coach, Kalena integrates evidence-based coaching methodologies, including the iPEC system, to empower individuals to grow, lead with purpose, and achieve their full potential. Her approach focuses on creating sustainable change by enhancing self-awareness, emotional regulation, and leadership capabilities, enabling clients to break through barriers and perform at their highest level.

    Experience: Over 2,000 hours of coaching experience, with a focus on business executive leadership and organizational development.

    Over 10,000 hours of change management experience, with a focus on business transition and organizational leadership development.

    Certifications:

    • iPEC-CPC (Certified Professional Coach)

    • ICF-PPC (Professional Certified Coach)

    • ELI-MP (Energy Leadership Index Master Practitioner)

    Contact Kalena:
    bpc@indwes.edu

  • HEALTH COACHING

    Virtual (Fort Wayne, Indianapolis, IN) or In-Person (Kokomo, IN)

    Languages Spoken: English

    Industries Served: Healthcare, Hospice, Mental Health, Addiction Recovery

    Coaching Style: Jenny Lytle’s coaching approach is rooted in her 30 years of nursing experience and deep expertise in holistic wellness, stress relief, and patient empowerment. She specializes in guiding individuals through self-care strategies, symptom management, and emotional well-being. Her coaching integrates a compassionate, patient-centered perspective with practical knowledge from her background in hospice care, mental health, addiction treatment, and home health case management.

    Jenny emphasizes mind-body connection, resilience-building, and personalized wellness plans to help individuals navigate challenges with confidence. Whether coaching healthcare professionals, caregivers, or individuals managing chronic conditions, she fosters a supportive environment that promotes healing, balance, and self-growth.

    Experience: With over 30 years of experience in nursing, coaching, and healthcare leadership, Jenny Lytle, RN is a dedicated advocate for holistic wellness, self-care, and patient empowerment. Her expertise spans hospice and palliative care, where she has guided patients and families through symptom management and end-of-life transitions, as well as mental health and addiction treatment, providing compassionate support for individuals on their path to recovery. As a home health case manager, she has delivered hands-on patient care, disease management education, and preventative health strategies, while her leadership as a clinical supervisor has allowed her to train and mentor healthcare professionals, improving care quality and team effectiveness. Through her coaching-centered approach, Jenny combines deep clinical knowledge with a passion for stress relief, resilience-building, and holistic health, empowering individuals and professionals alike to take control of their well-being and thrive.

    Certifications:

    • Registered Nurse (RN)

    • HeartMath Certified Practitioner – Clinical Certification for Stress, Anxiety, and Self-Regulation

    • Wisdom of the Whole Coaching Academy – Nutritional Coaching & Core Competency in Holistic Coaching

    Contact Jenny:
    bpc@indwes.edu

  • HEALTH COACHING

    Virtual (Fort Wayne, Indianapolis, IN) or In-Person (Kokomo, IN)

    Languages Spoken: English

    Industries Served: Healthcare, Nonprofit, Community Leadership

    Coaching Style: Lisa Washington’s coaching approach is deeply rooted in her extensive experience in healthcare leadership, diabetic management coaching, and nonprofit program development. With a strong focus on leadership growth, community health, and organizational efficiency, Lisa empowers individuals to navigate challenges, develop leadership skills, and foster inclusive, sustainable impact.

    Her expertise in health systems, case management, and chronic disease education—particularly diabetes care—enables her to guide clients in improving team dynamics, enhancing patient outcomes, and leading with compassion. She is committed to equipping individuals, healthcare professionals, and community leaders with the tools they need to create meaningful change to fight diabetes.

    Experience: Lisa has over 10 years of leadership experience in the healthcare and nonprofit sectors, including roles as an Executive Director, Nurse Manager, and Clinical Coordinator. She has a proven track record of managing health programs, leading teams, and driving impactful community initiatives. 

    Certifications:

    • Registered Nurse (RN)

    • Diabetes Care and Education Specialist – Expertise in diabetes prevention, management, and patient education.

    • Specialized Training in Maternal & Infant Health Programs (through Healthy Moms Healthy Babies initiative)

    • Advanced Leadership & Nonprofit Management Training (from United Way Board and Minority Health Alliance)

    Contact Lisa:
    bpc@indwes.edu