ISSA Hygieia Network Coaching Grant
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Meet the Coaches
Infinite Purpose, LLC

Patty Beard
Infinite Purpose, LLC
Patty is a Master Certified Coach (MCC) and leadership consultant with 30+ years in HR and operations roles at companies like GE and DICK’S Sporting Goods. She has coached over 8,000 hours and guided Fortune 500 companies through transformation, leadership development, and culture change. Certified in multiple coaching and assessment methodologies, she specializes in emotional intelligence, communication, and executive presence. Patty is a passionate expert in human behavior and a strategic partner to leaders at every level.
Patricia Cimino Coaching

Patricia Cimino
Patricia Cimino Coaching
Patricia is a passionate coach who helps leaders and organizations enhance confidence, performance, and wellbeing. With 12 years of coaching experience and credentials including ICF and Positive Intelligence® certifications, she blends neuroscience, somatic practices, and mindfulness. Her journey includes success in Fortune 500 sales, launching a socially conscious brand, and supporting underserved communities. Patricia now empowers others to lead with clarity and presence while building resilience and personal energy.
Positive Difference Leadership

Jim O’Brien
Positive Difference Leadership
Jim is a seasoned businessperson who has worked in investment management, property management, and manufacturing, reinventing himself as necessary. He has held roles as Managing Director, President, and CEO, overseeing departments from IT to Marketing. He holds a degree in English and History, a law degree, and has completed the 52-week Integral Leadership Program at Stagen Leadership Academy. Jim has served on boards for multimillion-dollar firms and authored books on leadership. A father of six, he’s also an ultramarathoner with over 35 marathons and a 250-mile race under his belt.
Rogala & Orr, Inc.

John M. Orr
Rogala & Orr, Inc.
John is an Industrial and Organizational Psychologist with 30 years of experience in leadership coaching and talent assessment. He’s conducted thousands of leadership evaluations and specializes in guiding high-potential professionals through growth and change. John tailors coaching to individual and organizational needs, leveraging business experience and psychology to accelerate leadership development. His approach helps busy leaders turn work challenges into learning opportunities for long-term impact.
Expansive Leadership Coaching

Carol Pfeiffer
Expansive Leadership Coaching
Carol is a PCC executive coach, leadership consultant, and facilitator with more than 25 years of experience in leadership, coaching, and talent development. She partners with leaders to strengthen leadership impact, drive organizational success, and foster personal fulfillment, resulting in improved performance, cultural shifts, and accelerated career growth. Known for building deep trust quickly, Carol supports senior executives and emerging coaches in developing leadership agility, self-awareness, and thriving teams, drawing on her extensive certifications and senior HR and organizational development experience
We’re excited to announce the opening of our annual ISSA Hygieia Network Coaching Grant, designed to empower individuals in our community with personalized coaching support. This year, three (3) winners will each receive a $5,000 grant to help them achieve their goals.
As a recipient, you will have the unique opportunity to choose from five highly qualified coaches, each bringing a diverse set of expertise to the table. The selected coach will work with you for six one-hour sessions, spread over six months, providing tailored guidance, support, and strategies to help you succeed.
Whether you’re looking to enhance your career, build your leadership skills, or navigate life’s challenges, this coaching grant is designed to give you the tools and insights you need to take your journey to the next level.

Carol has taught me that my shortcomings aren’t weaknesses. They’re opportunities for growth, and I look forward to continuing to build on that foundation.
– Meghan McIntyre
Network Distribution, 2025 Coaching Grant Recipient

Having a trusted sounding board has helped me gain new perspectives, reflect on my leadership approach, and recognize the importance of intentional growth, both personally and professionally.
– Wendie Manion
Avision, 2025 Coaching Grant Recipient
Eligibility
- Open to all members of the Hygieia Community. Not a member? Join today!
- Three (3) winners will be selected.
How to Apply
- Deadline to apply is December 1, 2026.
- Tell us about your goals, aspirations, and how this grant can help you move forward.
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