“My personal mantra in this adventure called life is keep learning, stay relevant and be curious.”
More About Me.
I am a woman who has encountered many twists and turns throughout 
my career path and in my personal life’s journey. Reflecting on what I have learned and experienced has led me to grow my business path using professional leadership coaching skills to help others meet their challenges, recognize opportunity and work to realize their full potential.
I believe each of us has unique talents and abilities and how we meet our challenges determines our level of joy and fulfillment in our life’s choices. I also believe that we do not succeed alone. I personally have benefited from making strong connections, being open to new experiences and perspectives, listening and learning, and taking risks to try something new. I have experienced winning and losing, failure and success, grief, joy and many, many blessings along the way.
How Did I Get Here?
Education has been continuous after receiving higher ed degrees from the University of Georgia (B.S. Consumer Sciences) and Georgia State University (M.Ed. Community Counseling). I earned a basic Economic Development certificate (UNC, Chapel Hill) and the Certificate of Entrepreneurial Recognition from FastTrac© Growth Venture™. I earned my professional coaching certification from the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching (iPEC).
My Career Turns.
My career has included being named a Lead Teacher for national researchers in early childhood education, Employment Counselor and Communications Specialist for Ga Dept. of Labor, Consultant for National Job Service Improvement Program, Change Agent and Program Specialist for US Dept. of Labor, Human Resources & Benefits Manager for a specialty steel company in PA and DE, Business Development Manager for Toshiba Power Systems, Sales agent for 401K insurance plans, Associate Publisher for nationally circulated magazine in pharmaceutical industry, Business Development Associate for Leadership Training Company (PML) and co-founder of this consulting and coaching business, Innovative Business Partners, Inc. There are no straight lines in my resume!
Where Is My Passion?
Reflections lead me to community involvement in such a way that adds value and improves life for everyone. In Pennsylvania, I co-founded the Chadds Ford Business Association to give a civic voice in the business community; I served on the historical commission for the local township, I served as co-chair for a major fundraiser and large 2-day event for the Chadds Ford Historical Society. In South Carolina, I co-founded the Women’s Leadership Council and co-chaired the inaugural event of the Women’s Leadership Conference of the Upstate. I currently am serving on the governance committee for the philanthropic group, Greenwood Women Care.
I am passionate about empowering professionals (and their organizations) to examine their purpose and focus on being at their best as they meet life’s challenges.
Credentials
In 2014, I expanded my credentials by earning the Certified Professional Coach Credential from the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching (iPEC) and I am a member of the International Coaches Federation (ICF). Additionally, I hold a Certificate of Entrepreneurial Recognition from FastTrac© Growth Venture™ and the Basic Economic Development Certification from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. I hold a B.S. Degree from the University of Georgia, and a M.Ed. from Georgia State University.
Awards
U.S. Small Business Administration 2010
Greenwood SC Chamber of Commerce, Women in Business Champion
Women of Excellence 2016
Greenwood SC Chamber of Commerce, Women’s Leadership Council “Go Girl” Award
Women of Excellence 2017
Greenwood SC Chamber of Commerce, Women’s Leadership Council Sustainer Award
A Loving Partnership: George & Phyllis Nolan
I continue the work that originally started in my life with my husband and business partner, George Nolan. From the start, we were best friends and partners in love, family, life and business. His spirited legacy continues in the work of our company and in the work I do for my clients.
Moving forward after losing George in the tragic ski accident in March 2016 has been emotionally difficult and certainly life-changing. I am now emerging ever more dedicated to bring my energy, expertise and natural skills to clients who are seeking to achieve their self-defined next level of success.
More About George Nolan, CEO and Co-Founder Innovative Business Partners, Inc.
George was known for his no-nonsense, hands-on pragmatic approach to problem-solving and technical analysis of business opportunities. His background and experiences spanned positions in heavy manufacturing, construction, the steel industry, management consulting, and the environmental industry. George was highly respected for his leadership in the environmental remediation business where he successfully led privately held start-up companies through growth and expansions resulting in awards for patented equipment, significant increase in revenues and expanded markets.
Adding to his significant career experiences, George pursued his passion and interests in culinary skills when he became the proud owner of a successful upscale catering business, Feasts of Fairville. George shared his business skills and interests in quality of life by accepting leadership roles in non-profits in his community. He also mentored to many young men seeking direction in life choices. George held a B.S. degree in Business Management from Widener University in Chester PA.
With a flair in the kitchen and self taught culinary skills, George was also the author and co-publisher of Dad’s Delicious Dishes which he lovingly prepared for his son’s Jeremy and Daniel.