Meet our Growing Team of Partners

  • Eric Esplin

    FOUNDER & LEAD LEARNING CONSULTANT

    Eric has worked in learning and development for over 25 years. He specializes in applying leadership principles to tackle difficult workplace challenges, including helping leaders navigating complex workplace politics, building effective teams, resolving interpersonal conflicts, and driving organizational change. He has a Master's in Organizational Psychology, and is an Associate Certified Coach (ACC) with the International Coaching Federation (ICF). He is also a DiSC Certified facilitator and loves engaging teams in self-discovery. Eric used to live and work in China and speaks fluent Mandarin Chinese.

  • Walter Ngai 倪偲瀚

    SECRETARY GENERAL & MINDFULNESS TEACHER

    Walter Ngai is the Secretary General of the Tsz Shan Monastery in Hong Kong and a consultant for the Thomas Jing Centre for Mindfulness Research at The Chinese University of Hong Kong. Formerly in media, he holds a master’s degree in Buddhist Studies from The University of Hong Kong and is dedicated to Buddhist spiritual education. He coordinated the establishment of the Tsz Shan Monastery Buddhist Art Museum to blend Buddhist culture and art, fostering spiritual growth. Walter brings compassion, humor, and curiosity to groups and individuals through his insightful facilitation.

  • Fawn Powell

    INDEPENDENT CONSULTANT

    With over two decades of experience spanning education, healthcare administration, and military service, Fawn is passionate about driving organizational development, strategic learning solutions, and operational efficiency. Her commitment to serving veterans is rooted in her 10 years of service in the United States Navy as a Hospital Corpsman, where she gained firsthand experience in military healthcare operations, leadership, and training development. She holds a Master’s Degree in Health Care Administration and specialized certifications in instructional design, project management, and performance consulting.

  • Andrew Stephens

    WRITER & PRODUCER

    Andrew is an accomplished writer and producer with a strong history of developing communications and marketing programs on a wide variety of training topics, including video content that informs, inspires, and delights. He excels at writing, producing, directing, and editing as well as managing projects and people. He has produced more than 150 podcasts, serving as producer, writer, director, editor, and host. He facilitates and creates exceptional video, audio, and web experiences that inform, educate, and motivate audiences of all kinds.