Meet our team

Jannina Aristy is the Managing Director of Strategy & Effectiveness. She has a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Arts degree in Psychology, and has studied Advanced Business Strategy and Leadership. She is a  Fulbright-LASPAU Scholar sponsored by Harvard University and Bush Leadership Fellow sponsored by the Bush Foundation. With over 25 years of experience, she excels in guiding strengths-based transformations. Jannina is an executive leadership coach and a member of the International Coaching Federation (ICF). She is skilled in various individual and 360 assessment tools, and has deep level expertise in leadership, management, organizational development and identity preservation. Jannina is passionate about helping people and organizations reach their maximum potential.

Herman Armstrong holds a B.S. in Biology, an MBA, and a Master of Theological Studies with an emphasis in Counseling. He has earned the Certificate of School Management and Leadership from Harvard Business School and has expertise in organizational leadership and cross-cultural communication. After starting his career as an Industrial Chemist, he shifted to education, serving as Associate Pastor, Professor, Executive Director, and Head of School. Through Kathairo Solutions, LLC, he helps organizations navigate cross-cultural relationships while fostering relational congruence. In his personal life, Herman enjoys hiking, creative writing, and cheering for the St. Louis Cardinals. He resides in St. Louis with his wife, Kim, and their three children.
 

Francisca Brown is a seasoned leadership advisor and executive coach with over 16 years of experience guiding organizations through culture transformation, aligning vision and mission, and developing high-impact leadership strategies. Francisca holds a Master’s degree from Central Michigan University and a Bachelor’s from Iowa State University, and is a member of the International Coaching Federation. As the founder of DeLeon Consulting LLC, she partners with executives and teams to build purpose-driven cultures. She empowers leaders to navigate complexity with empathy, clarity, and confidence. Her background includes leadership roles at companies such as Medline Industries, Northwestern Mutual, and American Family Insurance. Known for her strategic insight and empathetic leadership, she empowers organizations to unlock potential and achieve meaningful growth.

Megan Godin is a lead senior researcher at the University of Minnesota Foundation.  With over 20 years of working in non-profit and for-profit organizations, she has experience in leadership transitions, team facilitation, process improvement, project management, and data analysis.  She is a member of the International Coaching Federation, and a Licensed Qualified Administrator of the Intercultural Development Inventory.As an independent coach and consultant, she enjoys helping clients as they navigate transitions in their careers and lives as well as develop leadership skills.  Megan has a B.A. in Russian Language and Civilization and has a certificate in Russian, East European, and Central Asian Studies from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Gale Mason-Chagil, Ph.D., is a Cultural Anthropology graduate from the University of Minnesota and a Licensed Qualified Administrator of the Intercultural Development Inventory. With over 20 years as an independent evaluation consultant, she specializes in developing evaluation plans and presenting complex data. Her work targets disparities in communities, collaborating with immigrant and BIPOC organizations to assess programs aimed at educational, health, and economic equity. Mason-Chagil emphasizes the importance of reflecting on quality information and believes that taking time for self-care and reflection can enhance decision-making and results for all stakeholders.

Tobias Spanier is an Extension Professor in Leadership and Civic Engagement at the University of Minnesota, holding a master's degree in education. He is certified in various professional development tools, including Everything DiSC, MBTI, and Strengths-Based Leadership. With over 20 years of experience, he provides consultation and professional development in leadership, facilitation, and cultural competency, working with diverse populations in Minnesota and internationally. Tobias adopts a facilitative and servant leadership approach, helping leaders navigate complexity with empathy and understanding. He is fluent in English and Spanish.

Rohit Tandon is the Chief Information Security Officer at Essentia Health and previously served as the Assistant Commissioner and Chief Information Security Officer for Minnesota's Department of IT Services. He holds an MBA and is a Certified Information Systems Security Professional, with over 20 years of experience in digital transformation and risk management. Rohit is skilled in coaching leaders, facilitating vision development, and managing complex environments. His experiences span multiple industry sectors and diverse communities, and he is committed to fostering an inclusive management culture that empowers leaders to thrive.

Anika graduated from St. Thomas with a BA in psychology and is currently pursuing a Masters degree in Clinical Counseling & Psychological Services at Saint Mary's University. Anika has always been driven to help people and this career path fits into that goal. She loves being able to see the client’s progress first-hand, and hear about how her work makes a positive impact in the lives of her clients. Each day she looks forward to getting the chance to make someone smile!  In her free time she enjoys traveling and taking pictures. She also loves being outdoors, spending time with family, friends, and her two cats! Anika is bilingual and is fluent in English and Spanish.