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As our primary Coach Mentor, Makini guides students through the learning journey with encouragement, expertise, and practical support. Having helped hundreds of aspiring coaches build confidence and develop their coaching skills, she understands both the curriculum and the challenges of becoming an effective coach. A National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach, childbirth doula, educator, and functional nutrition professional, Makini is passionate about helping students discover their strengths and confidently take the next step in their coaching careers.

As Director of the Nutrition & Lifestyle Coaching Certificate Program, Tracy designed the curriculum to equip coaches with the evidence-based knowledge, practical skills, and confidence to create lasting behavior change. A National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach with years of coaching and program development experience, she brings a unique perspective that connects coaching science with real-world application. Tracy is passionate about advancing the coaching profession and empowering students to transform lives through exceptional coaching.

As Lead Faculty for the Nutrition & Lifestyle Coaching Certificate Program, Howard Jacobson helps students master the mindset and skills that make coaching truly transformative. With a remarkable ability to make complex ideas clear and practical, he helps students deepen their understanding of behavior change and apply it with confidence. Howard is an executive coach, health coach, bestselling author, host of the Plant Yourself Podcast, and co-founder of the WellStart Health Coaching Academy. He is passionate about helping coaches grow into thoughtful, skilled practitioners who inspire lasting change.