Bama Kim is the Regional Director for Body & Brain Centers in Northern New York, overseeing centers in Westchester and Rockland Counties, and a seasoned mind‑body wellness professional with over 27 years of practice. She is a Therapeutic Qigong Expert and specializes in qigong, tai chi with somatics, breathwork, and holistic wellness education, guiding individuals and groups to cultivate clarity, resilience, and inner strength. She also studied Brain Education and Earth Management, integrating these principles into her teaching and coaching.

As a retreat leader and personal coach, Bama blends ancient Eastern energy practices with modern coaching to support physical vitality, emotional balance, and personal transformation. She is also a global Instagram influencer (@that.urban.monk), inspiring thousands with mindful movement, authentic presence, and compassionate guidance.

Bama empowers participants to navigate stress, rediscover purpose, and step confidently into new chapters of life.

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Yewon Hwang is the Director of the Earth Village Retreat Centre in Northland, New Zealand, the Head of the Hwangchil Natural Healing Research Institute, and a Board Member of the Earth Citizens Organization. For the past 19 years, she has dedicated herself to the study and practice of Brain Education and natural healing, sharing her work across Korea, the United States, and New Zealand. Before entering the field of natural healing, Yewon practiced as a medical doctor.

Her years of caring for patients led her to a pivotal realization: true healing begins from within—by understanding who you are and reconnecting with your deeper purpose. At Earth Village, Yewon organizes transformative New Zealand Meditation Retreats on pristine, untouched land, helping people awaken to their inner nature while reconnecting with the natural world. Her retreats draw participants from around the globe who seek recharge, healing, and a deeper sense of meaning. Deeply devoted to holistic well-being, Yewon guides people in reclaiming their health through natural healing methods and discovering the authentic purpose of their lives.

Bobby van de Laak is a wellness leader dedicated to helping people reconnect with their inner strength and emotional balance. As the Director of the Tenerife Healing Garden and a certified Brain Education Instructor, she guides individuals and corporate teams in improving their physical, mental, and energetic well-being through practical Body & Brain methods. Since beginning her Body & Brain journey in 2014, Bobby has developed extensive experience in mind–body training, energy awareness, and mindfulness practices. She leads Tenerife Meditation Retreats, welcoming participants from around the world for immersive experiences designed for recharge, healing in nature, and personal and spiritual growth.

Beyond her work in Tenerife, Bobby has facilitated retreats and meditation tours across six countries, offering transformative programs that help people awaken their purpose and strengthen emotional resilience. Inspired by her own life-changing transformation with Brain Education, Bobby is devoted to empowering others with simple, effective tools they can use every day. Her warm presence and intuitive guidance create a safe, uplifting environment where people feel supported to heal, grow, and reconnect with themselves.

Nora Lee is a respected wellness expert specializing in Body & Brain Wellness programs for corporations and educational institutions across Asia. For more than a decade, she has led the development and implementation of large-scale wellness initiatives throughout the Chinese market, based in Shanghai. Nora has worked with prominent corporate clients—including the Swatch Group, OMEGA, and Johnson & Johnson—designing programs that enhance emotional balance, focus, and resilience in demanding work environments. As the former Director of a Health and Wellness Center in Shanghai, she has delivered transformative training rooted in brain education, mindfulness, and energy management.

Her international work spans Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, Macau, Malaysia, and Indonesia, where she supports leaders and teams in developing stronger self-awareness, healthier lifestyles, and more connected workplace cultures. Driven by a vision to create a better, more conscious world, Nora empowers individuals and organizations with practical wellness tools that inspire sustainable well-being and personal growth.

Mohammed Abu Zeinab — widely known as Master Maz — is a Qatar Foundation alumnus, Master Brain Trainer, and the founder of Brain Education Middle East (BE-ME). With over 18 years of experience in the education and health sectors, he has delivered brain education and wellness programs across 26 countries, empowering more than 55,000 individuals. A pioneer in integrative wellness, Master Maz has led innovative projects ranging from public–private partnerships in health services to mental well-being programs for global organizations and emotional wellness initiatives for underserved communities. His work spans government entities, NGOs, corporations, and academic institutions throughout the Middle East and beyond. He is also a TEDx speaker, global marketing strategist, and certified KiGong professional with podium placements in international competitions.

Master Maz’s lifelong path began at the age of four with traditional martial arts and later expanded into professional fighting on international stages, academic studies in neuropsychology, and deep exploration of Eastern healing arts. With a background that includes an MBA in global management and academic training in behavioral psychology, he brings a rare blend of strategic insight and human understanding to his work. This combination of mind–body training, emotional healing, and leadership experience shapes his mission: helping people reconnect with their true selves, heal emotional wounds, and step into empowerment through brain education and emotional self-healing.

Isabel Pastor is the Executive Director of the IBREA Foundation and the Editor-in-Chief of Brain World magazine. IBREA is an NGO with consultative status at the United Nations, dedicated to advancing human potential through international collaboration and brain-based education. Isabel has practiced Body & Brain Training since 2009, beginning during her graduate studies in Public Administration at Harvard University. Originally from Spain, she earned her Law degree before working with the International Organization for Migration (IOM), where she spent five years supporting legal migration to the European Union from the Western Balkans and North Africa. With deep expertise in body–brain integration and holistic living, Isabel has designed and delivered wellness programs in multiple countries, collaborating with governments, NGOs, international organizations, women’s groups, and public school systems. In El Salvador, she led large-scale education and wellness initiatives, expanding Brain Education nationwide to reduce school violence, strengthen emotional resilience, and support community healing.

For the past 15 years, she has worked with the Ministry of Education to bring brain-based curriculum to 25% of the country’s public schools, reaching principals, teachers, and students. She also co-founded and supports the Harlem Brain Training Center in New York City, bringing emotional wellness and brain-based education to underserved urban communities. In addition, Isabel contributes to global outreach across Latin America, Africa, and Asia through IBREA’s international network. Her teachings transcend culture and background, helping people tap into their shared humanity and innate brain potential to create healthier, more conscious, and empowered communities.

Jordan helps high-performing individuals reconnect with their bodies, move through emotional layers, and rediscover meaning beyond success. With a deep understanding of energy, emotion, and artistic expression, he creates spaces where even the most guarded feel safe to open, reflect, and grow. Through qigong, body tapping, meditation and other mind-body practices, Jordan guides clients to move past mental noise and into a deeper dialogue with their true self—where clarity, purpose, and peace begin. Highly perceptive and intuitively grounded, he adapts to each person with care and precision—helping them grow not only through insight, but through experience.

Whether guiding seasoned professionals or young leaders, Jordan’s presence is calm, bright, and transformative—reminding each person that fulfillment starts not with having more, but with feeling more.

Brittany Rega is a Corporate Wellness Specialist, Registered Yoga Teacher, and certified Brain Education Instructor with over seven years of experience helping individuals and organizations strengthen resilience, reduce stress, and improve overall health management. Her work is rooted in both personal transformation and professional training. After overcoming a spinal injury and autoimmune condition through mind-body practices, she developed a deep understanding of the nervous system, somatic healing, and sustainable well-being. Today, she brings that expertise to companies seeking evidence-informed wellness solutions that support employee performance, emotional clarity, and long-term balance.

Brittany has led hundreds of classes, programs, and retreats across the U.S., facilitated wellness enhancements for corporate events, and delivered workshops that integrate yoga therapy, tai chi, meditation, and vagus-nerve–based stress recovery techniques. As a digital content creator, her educational work reaches a global audience of more than 500,000 through YouTube and Instagram. With a background in program coordination, employee wellness, and curriculum development, Brittany specializes in creating accessible, experiential sessions that restore focus, regulate stress, and strengthen workplace well-being.

Uthara Ramesh is an Online Program Director and digital wellness coach whose deepest passion is helping people recover their innate health, happiness, and peace. Although she trained in multiple healing modalities, it was her introduction to Body & Brain that revealed the complete mind–body system she felt truly called to share. Before moving into the wellness field full-time, Uthara worked in community development within the nonprofit sector, supporting programs designed to uplift underserved populations. This experience strengthened her commitment to holistic healing, empowerment, and accessible well-being for all.

Today, Uthara shares Brain Education principles with a global audience of more than 300,000 followers across Instagram and TikTok, where she is recognized as a trusted voice in emotional healing, inner peace, and awakened living. Through simple tools, grounded wisdom, and heartfelt guidance, she helps individuals restore their natural rhythms and reconnect with their highest purpose. Uthara is also a retreat facilitator for LOVE HEALS, guiding participants through immersive experiences that deepen emotional release, self-understanding, and inner transformation. She believes that meaningful change — and a better world — begins with awakening ourselves. With warmth, clarity, and sincerity, Uthara inspires people to slow down, look within, and discover the healing and strength already inside them.

Naoko Moriyama is a Program Manager, Lead Instructor, and Health Coach with 7 years of experience helping individuals cultivate clarity, calm, and emotional balance through breathwork, Qigong, meditation, and mindful movement. Specializing in breath and inner peace guidance, she supports people in navigating overwhelm and reconnecting with their natural sense of harmony. Naoko also brings Body & Brain wellness programs to local elementary schools, helping students develop emotional regulation, focus, and confidence through age-appropriate breathwork and mindful movement. Her gentle approach has made a meaningful impact on student well-being and classroom readiness. With a warm heart and bold spirit, Naoko creates a grounded and compassionate environment where participants feel safe to reconnect with themselves.

Her teaching combines simple yet powerful practices that shift energy, restore focus, and support lasting emotional and mental well-being. As a holistic health coach, Naoko is both empathetic and direct—listening deeply, guiding with honesty, and offering steady support for personal growth. Her classes are known for their calming rhythm, clear intention, and transformative atmosphere. Rooted, intuitive, and sincere, Naoko helps individuals return to their breath, their center, and their inner peace—one mindful moment at a time.

Sean Newman is a Program Manager and Lead Qigong & Tai Chi Instructor with 9 years of experience with Body & Brain, helping individuals restore energy, regulate emotions, and reconnect with their inner strength. Specializing in Qigong and movement-based mind–body training, he guides young adults and professionals to rebuild focus, balance, and confidence through intentional, mindful movement. Sean leads the national Qigong demonstration team and is a Grand Prize winner of Korea’s Annual National Qigong Competition—an accomplishment that reflects both his mastery and dedication to the art.

With a clear and grounded presence, Sean creates a safe, supportive space where people can reconnect with their bodies and release long-held tension. His teaching blends breathwork, mobility, and energy awareness to help those feeling scattered or overwhelmed rediscover clarity and direction. Beyond physical practice, Sean helps individuals reconnect with their True Power from within. Through Qigong, meditation, and purposeful movement, he supports students in developing resilience, emotional stability, and a deeper sense of self-trust. Dedicated, steady, and intuitive, Sean empowers people to feel stronger, more centered, and more aligned—both in body and in mind.

O Slappey is a Program Manager, Qigong Instructor, and Energy Coach with 7+ years of experience helping individuals realign their bodies, awaken their inner power, and create meaningful transformation. With a strong foundation in Body & Brain practices, she blends Eastern energy principles with modern movement techniques to guide people into deeper physical, emotional, and spiritual alignment. Before entering the wellness field, O worked in special education, supporting students with diverse learning needs and communicating through American Sign Language (ASL). This experience shaped her into a deeply empathetic, intuitive teacher who meets people exactly where they are and helps them feel seen, understood, and empowered. O also works closely with veterans, offering trauma-informed mind–body practices that support stress recovery, emotional regulation, pain management, and rebuilding inner strength.

Her grounded approach and calm presence help participants reconnect with their bodies and cultivate resilience. Known for her insight, warmth, and powerful guidance, O has helped hundreds of individuals break through limitations, restore emotional balance, and reconnect with their potential. She leads 1:1 sessions, group classes, and workshops that strengthen the energy system and unlock confidence, creativity, and clarity. As a lead coach with Body & Brain, O is passionate about helping people cultivate the energy to create real, lasting change. Whether someone is recovering from burnout, seeking deeper mind–body connection, or learning to trust themselves again, her mission is simple: Help you move differently so you can live differently.

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SoMi Park is a Program Manager and Lead Instructor with 29 years of experience with Body & Brain, specializing in body alignment, energy training, Qigong, and mobility. She is also the owner of the Body & Brain Center in West Linn, where she leads classes, workshops, and community wellness programs. SoMi also works with corporate teams and workplace wellness events, including employee wellness days, where she helps staff reduce stress, improve mobility, and restore emotional balance through accessible mind–body practices. Her programs create calm, clarity, and renewed energy in fast-paced work environments.

As a holistic coach, SoMi helps individuals experiencing chronic pain, mobility challenges, or menopausal transitions reconnect with their bodies through compassionate, practical wellness tools. Her expertise in alignment, chakra energy, and Qigong supports clients in releasing tension, restoring balance, and rebuilding physical and emotional confidence. Known for her deep wisdom, calming presence, and intuitive guidance, SoMi creates a safe and supportive environment where self-healing and personal growth naturally unfold. She empowers people to move beyond limitations and reconnect with their true selves—emerging stronger, freer, and more aligned with their purpose.

JiMo Lee is a Program Manager, Lead Instructor, and Certified Health Coach with 13 years of experience with Body & Brain, specializing in Brain Education, Qigong, and lifestyle-based wellness. She focuses on brain-based longevity, helping individuals build resilience, balance, and emotional well-being through mindful movement and practical daily routines. JiMo is also the owner of the Body & Brain Center in Raleigh, where she leads classes, workshops, and community programs designed to support whole-person health and meaningful lifestyle change. Before entering the wellness field, JiMo worked as a Project Manager for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, bringing strong leadership, communication, and crisis-management skills to her work. She holds an MBA and studied Textile Science at Cornell University, giving her a unique blend of analytical insight and human-centered understanding.

As a corporate wellness facilitator and holistic coach, JiMo delivers programs that help employees manage stress, strengthen nervous-system regulation, and cultivate healthy habits. Known for her calm, clear, and compassionate presence, she creates a safe space where people can reconnect with their inner strength and rediscover renewed purpose at every stage of life.

Hongik Cheong is a Regional Director and Wellness Coach with 28 years of experience in Body & Brain, guiding individuals back to their True Self and activating the body’s natural healing power. She leads transformative workshops and sessions that help people release physical tension, restore emotional balance, and reconnect with inner clarity and purpose. Known for her calm, centered presence and powerful meditative guidance, Hongik creates a safe environment where clients can address root causes rather than symptoms—often experiencing measurable improvements in pain, energy, focus, and emotional well-being.

Hongik specializes in intuitive healing, brain activation, chakra balancing, emotional recovery, stress reduction, and life-purpose discovery. She has a rare gift for empathic insight, sensing exactly what each person needs and helping them reconnect with self-trust, self-love, and the belief that meaningful transformation is possible. As a chakra expert, she supports individuals in deepening self-awareness, balancing their energy system, and awakening their highest potential. Warm, intuitive, and deeply grounding, Hongik empowers people to realign with their truth and live with greater confidence, connection, and inner peace.

HongYoung Kim is a Program Manager and Lead Instructor with 25 years of experience helping individuals cultivate emotional balance, clarity, and inner strength through Body & Brain Yoga, Qigong, Tai Chi, and meditative energy practices. He specializes in sound healing, creating deep relaxation experiences that help busy professionals release stress and reconnect with themselves. Hong brings his expertise to corporate wellness programs, conferences, and workplace events, offering sessions that support emotional regulation, stress relief, and mindful leadership. He is also an expert in wellness gifting experiences—curating meaningful, energizing, and personalized wellness moments that leave lasting impact at events and activations.

With a gift for helping people uncover the root causes of emotional and energetic tension, Hong guides participants to gain new perspective and experience meaningful inner transformation. His sincerity, humility, and steady presence create a safe environment where even first-time participants feel comfortable, supported, and open to growth. Whether in a boardroom, conference setting, or wellness lounge, Hong helps individuals reconnect with their inner truth and show up with greater purpose, peace, and self-awareness—strengthening workplace culture and team well-being from the inside out.

Oceana Hong is a Regional Director, Executive Coach, and Retreat Leader with over 20 years of experience in mind–body training, emotional wellness, and leadership development. Known for her calm presence and insightful guidance, she helps individuals and teams build emotional resilience, strengthen inner confidence, and reconnect with their authentic leadership. As a senior leader within Body & Brain, Oceana oversees regional program development and instructor training across Dallas. She leads workshops, retreats, and coaching programs that integrate mindfulness, energy principles, Qigong, and emotional awareness.

Oceana is especially known for guiding the 10-Day Life Transformation Course in Sedona, Arizona, an immersive retreat offered every two months. This transformational program is renowned for helping participants experience profound breakthroughs, emotional release, and unexpected healing—often described as a turning point in their lives. As a retreat leader, she designs experiences that help individuals restore inner peace, awaken self-compassion, and realign with their deeper purpose. Her retreats are recognized for their heartfelt guidance, healing atmosphere, and life-changing impact. Warm, intuitive, and steady, Oceana empowers people to live and lead from their truest selves—bringing more consciousness, connection, and well-being into their lives and workplaces.

ChunMyung Lim is a Program Manager and Lead Instructor at Body & Brain with 13 years of experience helping people transform their emotions, relationships, and self-awareness. As a Certified Health Coach and holistic wellness guide, she specializes in emotional healing and relationship well-being, supporting individuals in overcoming anxiety, improving communication, and creating more loving, conscious connections in their lives. Throughout her career, ChunMyung has led hundreds of workshops and coached thousands of individuals, empowering them to shift long-held patterns, develop emotional resilience, and reconnect with their true selves. Her warm heart, focused presence, and deep listening create a space where people feel safe, understood, and genuinely cared for.

ChunMyung also brings wellness experiences to conferences and convention centers, leading activations and wellness lounge programs that help attendees calm their minds, reset their energy, and feel more grounded during high-demand events. Clients often share that with ChunMyung, they feel “seen for the first time”—and through her gentle yet insightful guidance, they learn to truly see and accept themselves as well. Her work blends mindful movement, energy principles, and emotional awareness, helping people build healthier relationships with themselves and others.

Erin McDonough helps people reconnect with their purpose, restore inner balance, and build authentic confidence from the inside out. With a Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling and a background in neuroscience, she combines clinical insight with over four years of experience as a Body & Brain instructor. Specializing in Qigong-based emotional wellness, Erin integrates therapeutic movement, mindful breathwork, and energy principles to help individuals deepen self-awareness and regulate their emotions.

Her teaching blends the grounding clarity of counseling with the transformative power of mind–body training. Erin’s guidance is clear, steady, and compassionate—creating a space where people feel seen, supported, and inspired to grow. Known for her creativity, courage, and bright presence, she meets each person exactly where they are and walks with them through uncertainty, helping them step into a more aligned, empowered version of themselves.

Melanie Newman is a Program Manager and Lead Instructor with 9 years of experience at Body & Brain, teaching BNB Yoga, Qigong & Tai Chi, Meditation, Core Strength, and Rhythm & Vibration classes. As a holistic wellness coach specializing in mind–body empowerment, she guides individuals through energy-based practices, mindful movement, and emotional awareness to create meaningful, lasting change. Before transitioning into wellness full-time, Melanie worked as an elementary school teacher, an experience that strengthened her empathy, communication, and ability to support individuals with diverse emotional and learning needs. This background continues to shape her warm, intuitive approach to teaching and coaching.

Having personally overcome anxiety and depression as a young adult, Melanie brings deep compassion and authenticity to her work. Her mission is to help others move beyond emotional limitations, reconnect with their true value, and embrace themselves fully. Melanie’s teaching style is warm, joyful, and clear—creating a supportive environment where people feel seen, encouraged, and empowered. She offers practical tools for emotional balance, renewed energy, and greater self-worth, meeting each person where they are and guiding them toward a more grounded, confident, and connected life.

Arthur Babakhanov has been a dedicated Body & Brain instructor since 2006 and currently serves as the Program Manager for the Manhattan Body & Brain Center. With extensive training under nationally and internationally renowned Tai Chi and Qigong masters, Arthur brings exceptional depth, precision, and mastery to his teaching. His approach helps individuals build physical strength, improve posture and mobility, calm the mind, and cultivate emotional balance. Specializing in Qigong, Tai Chi, and energy-based movement, Arthur teaches practices that enhance circulation, strengthen the core, and improve focus and breathing.

His classes emphasize proper alignment, fluid movement, and mindful awareness—making these ancient practices accessible to people of all experience levels. Arthur has delivered wellness workshops and mind–body training for major corporations—including Pfizer, Deloitte, and Bank of America—supporting employees in managing stress, improving concentration, and elevating overall well-being. His programs integrate Qigong, breathwork, and mindfulness to offer grounded, practical tools that people can use both at work and at home. With a warm and empowering teaching style, Arthur is committed to fostering personal growth, resilience, and community well-being. His mission extends beyond the studio—helping individuals reconnect with their energy, develop healthier habits, and cultivate a more centered and sustainable way of living.

Emma Choi is a distinguished Wellness Coach, Certified Yoga Therapist, and Certified Health Coach with nearly two decades of experience helping individuals and organizations improve emotional balance, resilience, and overall well-being. Her wellness journey began in Korea in 2005, and she has since built a thriving career supporting corporate teams and community groups throughout Southern California. With an academic background in Social Work, Emma brings a human-centered, emotionally intuitive approach to workplace wellness. She integrates brain-based training, yoga therapy, mindful movement, and stress-regulation techniques to help employees improve focus, reduce burnout, and strengthen team connection—especially in fast-paced corporate environments. Emma is also a sought-after workplace wellness and mind–body speaker, leading programs for companies, conferences, and professional associations. Her sessions help leaders and teams develop practical tools for emotional regulation, mindful communication, and sustainable well-being.

In addition to her corporate work, Emma partners with event professionals and hospitality groups to bring wellness experiences—including mindful stretching sessions, energy resets, and emotional wellness workshops—to conferences, retreats, and special events across Los Angeles. A passionate community leader, she also spearheads initiatives such as the Balmore Beach Clean-Up and leads wellness activities that support both individual and community health. Dedicated, compassionate, and deeply committed to holistic well-being, Emma empowers people and teams to create healthier, more mindful, and more fulfilling lives.

Dariana Trana is a Brain Education Trainer and Wellness Instructor based in Miami, Florida, with 7+ years of experience supporting holistic health, emotional regulation, and personal development. She integrates scientific insight with mind–body wisdom to help people build clarity, resilience, and emotional balance. With a background in Chemistry, Dariana brings a strong scientific foundation to her work, deepening her understanding of the interconnectedness of mind, body, and energy. This perspective allows her to connect evidence-based principles with practical wellness tools that people can use in daily life.

Dariana has led programs for corporations, nonprofits, schools, and hospitality groups across Miami—delivering workshops and trainings that make holistic well-being accessible in fast-paced environments. She also leads corporate wellness experiences at events, including aura reading sessions in partnership with DMCs, hotels, and meeting-industry teams, helping attendees recharge and reconnect. Through yoga, Tai Chi, meditation, and Brain Education practices, Dariana empowers individuals to awaken their innate potential and create their own health, happiness, and peace. Warm, grounded, and deeply committed to personal growth, she guides people toward a more balanced and intentional way of living.

Magdalena Szara is a Regional Director for Body & Brain Yoga and Tai Chi and a dedicated wellness coach with 19 years of experience in holistic health and mind–body training. Born and raised in Poland, she moved to the United States at age 21 to pursue a career in fashion design. After facing significant physical and emotional challenges—including severe digestive issues—she discovered Body & Brain training, which helped her restore her health and transform her life. Inspired by her own recovery, Magdalena committed her career to helping others improve their physical, emotional, and energetic well-being. She leads classes, workshops, and corporate wellness programs across the Chicago area, offering practical tools for stress management, emotional balance, and mindful movement.

For the past four years, Magdalena and her team have played a key role in the Chicago Public Schools Staff Wellness Program, supporting one of the largest school districts in the nation. Through mindfulness webinars, in-school movement sessions, and ongoing resilience programs, she has helped thousands of teachers, school nurses, and staff regulate stress, reconnect with themselves, and rebuild emotional and physical well-being. Compassionate, warm, and deeply committed to holistic wellness, Magdalena empowers individuals and communities to create healthier, more balanced, and more fulfilling lives.

Cat Sawai is a certified Yoga Therapy Instructor, Health Coach, and Regional Director of Body & Brain Yoga Tai Chi Health Centers in Hawaii. With over 15 years of experience with Body & Brain, she is a passionate advocate for the mind–body connection and its ability to create a healthier, more energized life. Before transitioning into wellness, Cat spent 22 years as a Civil Engineer with the Honolulu Board of Water Supply, developing strong collaboration, communication, and project-leadership skills. Her personal wellness transformation in 2009 inspired her to dedicate her career to helping others strengthen their bodies, manage stress, and rediscover confidence.

Cat has worked extensively with senior communities, nonprofits, and government organizations across Hawaii, delivering accessible wellness programs that support mobility, balance, and emotional well-being. She also leads recurring wellness retreats on the Big Island, offering immersive experiences that help participants reset, heal, and reconnect with themselves through nature-based practices and mindful movement. Known for her patience, empathy, and intuitive guidance, Cat blends functional movement, breathwork, and mindfulness to help clients build physical stability and emotional resilience. Her mission is to empower individuals—especially older adults—to cultivate strength, balance, and a more fulfilling, confident life.

Michelle Chin Gavin is an expert Brain Education Trainer and Energy & Mindfulness Coach with 18 years of experience delivering holistic wellness programs to workplaces and corporate teams. She leads large-scale workplace wellness initiatives and instructor development throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. Specializing in workplace stress management, emotional regulation, mindfulness, and team resilience, Michelle partners with companies across Silicon Valley’s tech sector—including IT teams, engineering groups, and fast-paced innovation departments. Her programs help employees improve focus, reduce burnout, enhance communication, and cultivate emotional balance in high-pressure environments. Her teaching blends brain-based training, intuitive insight, and energy awareness, offering practical tools employees can integrate into their daily routines to strengthen clarity, resilience, and overall well-being. Driven by her passion for human connection and personal growth, Michelle is dedicated to helping teams build healthier cultures and guiding individuals toward more balanced, meaningful, and fulfilling lives.

As a certified Tai Chi instructor, David Driscoll brings 19 years of experience delivering Tai Chi and wellness training to diverse audiences—from Fortune 500 companies and collegiate sports teams to community organizations. Trained in Qigong and Tai Chi–based movement, he uses martial arts postures, breathwork, and mindful awareness to help individuals build physical strength, emotional balance, and deeper self-awareness. In addition to Qigong, David is an expert in Brain Education, a mind–body curriculum that strengthens the brain’s natural ability to create health, focus, and resilience. For the past six years, he has been a featured instructor on Body & Brain TV, a leading health and wellness YouTube channel.

David also delivers specialized performance training through his Brain Golf program, integrating Tai Chi stretching and visualization-based mental focus techniques to help golfers improve flexibility, balance, consistency, confidence, emotional control, and peak-moment clarity. He works with golf teams, coaches, and competitive athletes to strengthen their mental game, reduce performance anxiety, and build the resilience needed for high-pressure play. He holds a degree in Anthropology from Princeton University, where he developed a deep appreciation for human potential, culture, and mind–body development. David is passionate about inspiring people to become the heroes of their own self-development journey, guiding them to unlock greater strength, awareness, and purpose.

Donna Lovong is a Body & Brain Instructor with 19 years of experience, guiding thousands of people through workshops and classes in meditation, mindful movement, and energy awareness. She holds a Master’s degree in Public Health from the University of Texas Health Science Center and previously served as a Senior Research Coordinator at UT MD Anderson Cancer Center, where she contributed to clinical research and patient-centered health studies.

As a Program Manager, Coach, and Speaker, Donna leads wellness programs at events and workplaces throughout Las Vegas, helping organizations and communities create healthier, more mindful environments. She specializes in inner clarity and emotional transformation, particularly supporting women in breaking through inner blocks and reconnecting with their true desires. Known for her intuitive insight, deep listening, and warm, grounded presence, Donna coaches individuals who feel stuck—whether in career, relationships, or life direction—helping them gain confidence, alignment, and renewed purpose. Through her compassionate and insightful guidance, she empowers people to create meaningful change, build healthier habits, and cultivate a life rooted in well-being, clarity, and self-trust.

Dr. Sindhu Ramesh is a board-certified Internal Medicine physician with over 30 years of clinical experience, including a decade as a Renal Transplant Surgeon in India and Kuwait. She currently serves as a general internist at Corewell Health Hospitals and is faculty at Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital and Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine. As Medical Advisor for Body & Brain Wellness and Teaching Faculty at the Institute of Brain Education, Dr. Ramesh provides guidance on evidence-based wellness practices, workplace health, and nervous-system education. She collaborates with corporate leaders, HR teams, and wellness practitioners to design programs that enhance energy, emotional balance, and whole-person well-being. A sought-after speaker, Dr. Ramesh brings clarity and warmth to complex medical topics, helping audiences understand the connection between brain health, gut health, emotional regulation, and stress.

Her mission is to empower people to take an active role in their healing by integrating modern medical insights with mindful lifestyle practices. She is deeply committed to mentoring future physicians and bridging traditional medical care with holistic approaches that support resilience, well-being, and long-term health.

Aeri has 20+ years experience in teaching brain-based holistic wellness programs to individuals, and private and governmental organizations in Korea, US, India, Philippines, Costa Rica and El Salvador. She developed Brain World magazine which explores cutting-edge science and how its findings can affect human health, culture, education, global issues, and more. Since 2011, she led a holistic wellness project for the students and teachers in public schools in El Salvador, creating national impact. She is currently in charge of the Institute for Peace and Earth Management in El Salvador to promote peace and wellness to people in El Salvador and Central America.

Ilchibuko Todd is the CEO of Body & Brain, a respected wellness guide, and a powerful motivational speaker. With more than 20 years of Body & Brain experience, she offers deep expertise in helping individuals recover their natural health and emotional balance. She specializes in emotional healing and sound healing, a modality she is widely known for—guiding participants into profound relaxation where emotional wounds can soften, release, and open the pathway to spiritual awakening.

Ilchibuko is the author of LOVE HEALS and formerly served as President of the Sedona Mago Center for Well-Being and Retreat, a nonprofit organization dedicated to healing, education, and transformation. She has been a keynote speaker at the Nike Mindset Conference for more than 1,000 attendees and led a mindful meditation program for Starbucks employees. As a retreat designer and trainer, she guided the group featured in the award-winning documentary LOVE HEALS, supporting their deep emotional and spiritual transformation. Her vision is to help personal wellness naturally expand into organizational wellness—empowering teams, elevating performance, strengthening emotional resilience, and cultivating conscious leadership in the workplace.

Steve Kim brings 27 years of experience as a Body & Brain strategy advisor, specializing in organizational leadership, wellness, and education. He is widely recognized for his work in mindfulness practices and conscious leadership, serving as a wellness speaker, corporate trainer, and executive coach to individuals and organizations around the world. Steve is the co-author of The Art of Coexistence, a book that promotes sustainable solutions, mindful living, and harmony between people and the planet. He also serves as the Executive Director of the Earth Citizens Organization, a nonprofit dedicated to nurturing caring communities and fostering sustainable, healthy lifestyles.

Deeply committed to holistic well-being and environmental responsibility, Steve empowers leaders, teams, and communities to cultivate self-awareness, build emotional resilience, and create meaningful, sustainable impact. His grounded presence and global perspective continue to inspire individuals and organizations toward greater consciousness and purposeful living.

Dawn Quaresima is an Executive Wellness Coach and leadership development professional with over 21 years of experience supporting conscious leadership, emotional wellness, and sustainable well-being.

As Regional Director in New York and National Trainer with Body & Brain Wellness, Dawn partners with executives, senior leaders, and organizations to address burnout, chronic stress, and leadership sustainability through evidence-informed mind–body practices. Her work focuses on strengthening self-regulation, embodied presence, emotional intelligence, and reflective growth — essential leadership capacities in today’s high-demand environments.

With an academic background in biopsychology and extensive professional experience, Dawn integrates emotional awareness, nervous system regulation, and purpose-driven leadership principles to support both individual transformation and organizational effectiveness. She has guided individuals, practitioners, and senior leaders through workshops, corporate trainings, and one-on-one executive wellness engagements, blending psychology, wellness education, and movement-based practices for holistic growth.

Her professional path is deeply personal. Following the birth of her son via emergency C-section in 2001, Dawn faced significant physical and emotional health challenges. Through consistent Body & Brain practice, she restored her well-being — an experience that continues to shape her leadership approach with empathy, resilience, and credibility.

Dawn holds certifications in Health Coaching, Life Coaching, and Qigong, and brings a grounded, human-centered perspective to leadership and wellness initiatives across corporate, educational, and training environments.

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Brian Huff brings 20 years of experience in wellness, emotional management, and personal development. As a Regional Director and Executive Wellness Coach, he has trained extensively in mindfulness philosophy and its practical application—guiding individuals and groups toward physical, emotional, and mental mastery through movement, breathwork, and meditation. Brian has delivered wellness and stress-reduction programs for major corporations—including Coca-Cola and The Home Depot—as well as schools and community organizations throughout Georgia and beyond. He was also a wellness speaker bringing practical tools for nervous-system regulation, resilience, and emotional well-being to HR leaders. He holds an International MBA from the Darla Moore School of Business, ranked #1 in the nation for international business.

As an Executive Wellness Coach, Brian helps people see themselves with clarity, move through fear, and reclaim ownership of their lives. Known for translating profound mind–body principles into grounded, practical steps, he empowers even overwhelmed clients to face challenges with confidence, reconnect with their energy, and build lasting tools for self-awareness and growth. Direct, calm, and deeply supportive, Brian creates a safe space where people can open up, release limitations, and step into the purpose they were born to live.

Chris Woolley is a Body & Brain Instructor with over nine years of experience and a strong foundation in kinesiology and athletic coaching. He holds a Master’s degree in Kinesiology and spent 14 years as a college professor teaching exercise science, functional movement, and sports performance. For 20 years, Chris coached competitive soccer across all levels—from youth club and high school teams to collegiate programs and the Olympic Development Program (ODP). His deep understanding of biomechanics, athletic performance, and injury prevention gives him unique insight into how the body and mind must work together for optimal results. Chris discovered Body & Brain during a time of physical pain and high stress. Through Qigong, breathwork, and mind–body training, he experienced meaningful healing and a return to balance—an experience that reshaped his career and inspired his dedication to helping others.

Today, Chris specializes in helping athletes improve performance using Body & Brain methods, enhancing core stability, focus, energy flow, and stress resilience. He also supports individuals of all backgrounds in optimizing health, releasing tension, and building sustainable tools for emotional and physical well-being. As a recognized Qigong Expert and speaker, Chris is a featured instructor on Brain Education TV, where his clear, grounded teaching helps thousands learn practical techniques to energize, restore, and strengthen their bodies.

Cherie Clark-Moore has been a Body & Brain program manager and instructor for nine years and is the owner of Body & Brain Yoga Tai Chi in Conroe/Magnolia, north of Houston, Texas, which she opened in 2017. Cherie is the mother of 12-year-old twin girls, has lived in nine countries, and has been married for 26 years. Her professional background spans multiple fields — she has worked as a geologist in the oil and gas industry, a teacher in international American schools, and a teacher trainer and parenting educator. Through all of these experiences and life’s challenges, she learned — sometimes the hard way — the importance of self-care for the body, mind, and spirit.

Now she devotes herself fully to helping others create healthy, inspired, and meaningful lives. Cherie is passionate about empowering people to reach their full potential and live with purpose and authenticity. With her combined experience in the energy industry and public education, she has supported corporations and organizations such as CommonSpirit Health, Conroe ISD, Magnolia ISD, PaySphere, Revision Skincare, and many others by bringing wellness seminars and programs into their workplaces.

Twenty-seven years ago, Dami Kim was working for the Korean government while struggling with severe stress, anxiety, and a painful skin condition. That experience became a turning point, leading her to Body & Brain and into deep inner work focused on emotional regulation and nervous system balance. It revealed a simple truth: performance without recovery is unsustainable. This realization inspired her mission to help others Take Back Your Brain.

Today, Dami is the Executive Director of Body & Brain Wellness and the leader of a national team across more than 19 major U.S. cities. With over 27 years of experience in wellness, she partners with HR leaders, corporate teams, and event professionals to transform high-pressure conferences and workplaces into energized environments.

Her work centers on corporate wellness that transforms people, energy, and culture by helping individuals regain control.

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Scott van Loo is the founder and Principal Consultant at Culturas Consulting Group, Inc., dedicated to creating transformative learning experiences that foster equity and inclusion. With 25+ years of experience, he specializes in DEI, leadership, change management, and data-driven strategies, designing professional development programs that drive systemic change. Scott has led workshops, keynotes, and training across K-12 schools, higher education, and corporate sectors both nationally and internationally. His leadership includes roles with the National Coalition for Equity in Education, PassageWorks Institute, and Institute for Brain Education, as well as serving as adjunct faculty at Equity Labs, University of Denver.

Before founding Culturas Consulting Group, Scott held leadership positions in higher education and worked as a special education teacher and administrator, always centering his work on empowering marginalized communities. As a mixed-heritage individual with Lebanese immigrant roots, he brings a deeply personal commitment to equity. Outside of work, Scott enjoys playing music, exploring Colorado’s outdoors, and spending time with family and friends.