Meet our Team of Experts

Meet our strategic team of highly acclaimed speakers, trainers, coaches and consultants. Each has extensive expertise, experience and a proven track record to support your organization.

Rosemarie Perla, MA, PCC

Rosemarie Perla is a licensed psychologist, executive coach and organizational consultant with thirty years of experience, a knowledge base in behavioral science and human performance, and a passion to assist leaders in the transformational process. Rosemarie has a commitment to organizational evolution through best practices and fiscal management.

 Rosemarie uses quantitative methods centered in research that identify specific behaviors which contribute to leadership and team success. She also assists leaders through gaps in management style to create new, effectual behaviors and new avenues of direction. Rosemarie leads corporate retreats and training for clients ranging from healthcare facilities, engineering, architectural and law firms with a focus on leadership and inspiration.

Jeff Tobe, CSP

Jeff Tobe is an internationally recognized keynote speaker, creativity specialist and creative thinker. Jeff teaches organizations how to color outside the lines without falling off the page, and was recently chosen by readers of Conventions and Meetings Magazine as ‘one of the top 15 motivational speakers in North America’.

Insider Magazine named Jeff ‘The Guru of Creatively Thriving from Change.’  As one of the most sought after speakers and consultants in Corporate America, Tobe has earned this title through his trademark presentations and is well known for his high-energy, humorous and content-driven presentations and workshops. Jeff is also the author of the best-selling book, ‘Coloring Outside the Lines’.

 Donna Billings, MA, PCC

Donna Billings is a professional certified coach, an educator, a professional lecturer on leadership training, and an organizational development consultant. She coaches key leaders, and executives, and has coached leaders of the United Nations, as well as professionals in transition. Donna became certified by Marshall Goldsmith in behavioral coaching.

Donna was named 2009 Pittsburgh Coach of the Year, by the Pittsburgh Coaches Association, and received an innovation in learning and development award from the Pittsburgh Human Resources Association. Donna is also the founder of the Professional Coach Certification Program at Duquesne University, an International Coach Federation Certification Program.

Bonnie Budzowski, MA

Bonnie Budzowski, is an expert in the communications field-helping people to use influence and credibility to move business forward. Bonnie has a practical, humorous and high-energy approach, and her presentations and training programs leave audiences feeling energized, inspired and better equipped to get results in the workplace.

Bonnie is the author of Secrets to Get Busy People to Respond to Your Messages, and received the National Speakers Association President’s Award for Distinquished Service. She is also the Past President of the Pittsburgh National Speakers Association and held positions with Mellon and Heinz. Bonnie delivers results as she works with corporations, associations, sales teams, and universities.

Michael Couch, MA

Michael Couch is business consultant with a unique background in organization effectiveness, business management, and operations, which allows him to partner with senior leadership, and collaborate with people throughout an organization. He focuses on building cultures that have a positive impact on the bottom line.

A versatile business executive, Michael has 30 years of experience as an internal organization effectiveness consultant combined with business unit P&L, and operations management experience. Michael also has focused on dramatically improving the capability of organizations, teams and individuals. He is a certified Senior Professional in HR by the Society for Human Resources Management and is a Co-founder of the Human Resources Leadership Forum of Western PA.

David Goldman, MA

David Goldman is a professional coach, keynote speaker and consultant who coaches professionals to sell more service. With over a decade of experience working with individuals who want to be their best, communicate more effectively and grow their business, he zeros in on skill development to help professionals maximize their critical business and communication skills.

David also puts a strong emphasis on building better relationships in the workplace and marketplace. David is the President of the Pittsburgh Coaches Association, Former President of the National Speakers Association - Pittsburgh Chapter, and Former Chairman of the Board of the Pittsburgh Airport Area Chamber of Commerce.

Barbara Schwarck, MA, PCC

Barbara Schwarck delivers powerful coaching, training and keynotes to a wide variety of people interested in clarifying, identifying and achieving goals. As a business professional and entrepreneur, Barbara has the insight to achieve quick and lasting success, with a focus on bottom-line results.

Barbara holds a master’s degree in Public and International Affairs from the University of Pittsburgh, a master’s degree in Applied Psychology from the University of Santa Monica, serves on the board of the Executive Women’s Council of Pittsburgh, and has instructed at the University of Pittsburgh and Carlow University. Barbara is also a published author and frequent lecturer at conferences and seminars.