#100MasterCoaches with Mel Leow, MCC

Welcome to the 97th Episode of the #100MasterCoaches Show. In this episode, Mel interviews Catherine Ng, MCC, ACTC. Catherine is a pioneer in executive coaching and coach education in Asia, advancing the profession in China for over three decades. Coaching and developing coaches since 1995, she has held the MCC credential since 2005 and is a former President of the ICF Beijing Chapter. Her work has helped shape professional coaching for China’s cultural and organisational context. Catherine developed the Dialectical Approach of Team Coaching, integrating Western coaching practices with Eastern cultural perspectives. As founder and principal trainer and consultant of Enrichment Consulting and Coaching Institute, she embedded this approach in its ICF-accredited Professional Coach and Professional Team Coaching programs, developing generations of coaches. She also serves as Visiting Associate Professor and Academic Advisor at the Institute for China Business, The University of Hong Kong, contributing to its postgraduate Corporate Coach and Leadership Development program. She earned her Doctorate in Professional Studies from Middlesex University, UK, in 2021, researching corporate coaching culture in China. Her international speaking engagements include the 2026 ICF Converge Summit in Paris and the 2017 and 2019 APAC Coaching Conferences. She has authored or co-authored four Chinese-language books and contributed chapters to Diversity in Coaching (2009) and Book of Wisdom (2021). Catherine’s belief in lifelong learning and expanding one’s horizons runs through her work and life. She encourages students to remain curious, experiment, and grow—and practises this herself. Taking up cello, rowing, and skateboarding brings a personal expression of discovery to a career devoted to helping others develop. Desire to become a Certified and Credentialed Coach like Catherine? Start your coaching journey today at Catalyst Coach www.catalystcoach.live.

Welcome to the 83rd Episode of the #100MasterCoaches Show. In this episode, Mel interviews Matthew Cintron-Quiñones, MCC, BCC from Cleveland, Ohio, USA. Matthew is an internationally seasoned Life and Executive Coach specializing in supporting leaders who identify within the Latino community. His laser-focused approach and keen attention to language and cultural impact helped uncover the potential root causes of his clients’ challenges, empowering them to progress with renewed perspectives. He is a “no-nonsense” coach who enjoys integrating humor, sarcasm, and gentle irreverence to facilitate long-lasting changes. Through his adventures in exploring more than 65 countries for work, leisure, and volunteerism, Matthew discovered his ability to adapt swiftly to a various cultures, situations, surprises, and personalities. With his diverse background spanning international higher education administration, educational psychology, and learning and development, as well as USA government partnership, Matthew deeply understands the impact of empowerment and agency that are emphasized in the coaching profession. He volunteers with the International Coaching Federation (ICF) and provides mentor coaching to assist other coaches in tailoring their approaches using the ICF Core Competencies. His mentor coaching style has been described as unconventional and impactful. Matthew is an extremely knowledgeable resource for coaching competencies, policies, practices, and administration, and is dedicated to his professional development sharing his expertise to support the coaching community. He also maintains up-to-date industry certifications in human resources (SHRM-SCP, SPHR) and project management (PMP). When Matthew is not with his clients, he can be found lounging with his cats Burt and Arlo, streaming crime dramas, or hunting for the best iced coffee to keep him awake in the middle of the day. You might also find him having an internal debate with himself and Google Flights, deciding how far in advance he wants somewhere and buying the appropriate plane ticket. You too can become an ICF Certified and Credentialed Coach like Matthew. Start your journey here today at Catalyst Coach www.catalystcoach.live.

Welcome to the 81st Episode of the #100MasterCoaches Show. In this episode, Mel interviews Wai K. Leong, MCC from Malaysia. Wai K was the first Malaysian coach to receive his Master Certified Coach credential from the International Coach Federation in 2012. He brings with him over 30 years of leadership experience with 15 years at the senior management level of public-listed companies. His key focus is helping leaders in organizations enhance their leadership capabilities through coaching and skills training. He has authored 3 books on leadership and coaching, Empowering Asian Mindsets Through Coaching, Powerful Performance Coaching Tips & SHIFT- Masterful Coaching. As a learning specialist, his approach is based on adult learning principles and his clients describe his positivity and patience as his core strength, providing ample space for them to reflect, explore, and discover their strengths and capabilities. Want to become an ICF Certified and Credentialed Coach like Wai K? We invite you to begin your journey here at Catalyst Coach. www.catalystcoach.live.

Welcome to the 79th Episode of the #100MasterCoaches Show. In this episode, Mel interviews Marc Bowles, MCC from Peachland, British Columbia, Canada. Marc works at the intersection of leadership, conversations, and education. Marc spends every day thinking about how we can use conversations to create leaders that are more engaging, people-centered, and inspiring. Marc has been recognized and acknowledged for his innovative approaches to connecting people and organizations to the purpose of their work. Marc is the founder of MB Global, where he works to bring global leaders and teams to conversations that impact those around them and inside themselves. One of Marc’s values is human connections through conversations that will impact change in the world. Marc believes in being a supportive and challenging coach to encourage positive change toward the next generation of leaders. This fuels Marc to coach and serve others to step into life. Marc has more than 30 years of experience in coaching and leadership development at the corporate, and international level in business and sport. Marc is an Associate Faculty member of Royal Roads University, instructing in the Fundamentals of Executive Coaching, and is a Faculty member of Beckett-McInroy Consultancy based in Qatar. Marc works with individuals and leadership teams around the globe in the fields of oil and gas, technology, education, health care, construction, military, and high-performance sports. Marc embraces a compassionate and giving mindset and this fuels his passions. Marc has volunteered with Ethical Coach to continue his work – 2021 was The Hunger Project with 11 other global coaches to provide volunteer coaching to leaders around the globe working to end hunger. 2022 his give back was ACDI VOCA. In 2023 he is honored to be accepted as a coach with the Humanitarian Coaching Network. It is an honor to give back and serve globally. Marc is currently involved in a global research study and the impact of coaching and wellness in the outdoors and nature. He is one of many contributing authors to a book called: Creative Reflective Practice: Global Perspectives Blended with Theory for Critical Reflection on Professional Practice. Desire to become an ICF Credentialed Coach like Marc? We invite you to start your journey here at Catalyst Coach. www.catalystcoach.live.

Welcome to the 77th Episode of the #100MasterCoaches​ Show. In this episode, Mel interviews Jihane Labib, a Moroccan in the UAE. Jihane is the 1st Arab coach in the International Coaching Federation to be elected as a Global Board Director. She is also the 1st Master Certified Coach (MCC) and an Advanced Certified Team Coach (ACTC) in the North African region and francophone Africa. She is also the Founder of the 1st Internationally Accredited Training Coaching program in francophone Africa. Her expertise includes developing leaders and teams, building healthy relationships, increasing emotional intelligence, managing diversity, developing innovation skills and design thinking, managing change, and building effective teams. She is a Corporate leader who helps organizations improve team productivity, enhance collaboration, and reduce turnover, she guides team leaders and members to collectively and reliably impact business performance and people growth. Her clients list includes Multinationals, NGOs, International Banks, Hi-tech industries, Big 4 firms, Universities, and others in Europe, Africa, and the Middle East region. Jihane is multilingual: in Arabic, French, and English. She has a business background, in Marketing in the Telecom, Media, and Pharmaceutical industries. she holds an MBA and a second Master's in Governance & Human Resources. She is a Doctoral candidate in Education & AI. Want to become an ICF Credentialed Coach like Jihane? You can start your journey here today at Catalyst Coach. www.catalystcoach.live.

Welcome to the 75th Episode of the #100MasterCoaches​ Show. In this episode, Mel interviews Jasna Knez from Slovenia. Jasna is an exceptional coach passionate about empowering individuals, teams, and organizations. With credentials as an ICF Master Certified Coach, EMCC EIA Master Practitioner Coach & Mentor, ITCA Team Coach, and ESIA accredited coaching supervisor, she brings extensive expertise. She specializes in communication, leadership and team development, change and culture transformation, and coaching skills. She works in diverse industries and contexts, cultures, and with a wide range of clients and complexity. Her pragmatic, people-centered, and creative approach, rooted in a systemic and integral perspective, helps clients achieve higher-level results in a shorter time, reduce levels of stress, experience greater satisfaction at work and in life, and overcome obstacles to operate in new ways to thrive. As a mentor, trainer, and supervisor, Jasna contributes to ICF and EMCC-accredited programs, shaping the next generation of coaches, team coaches, and leaders in developing a coaching mindset and expanding their coaching capacity and maturity. (Povej na Glas, The Integral Institute, GTCI, Clutterbuck CMI). She has developed "Embody Your Coaching Wisdom" practical coaching program, accredited by both professional associations. Fluent in multiple languages, she offers coaching, supervision, and training in Slovene, English, Croatian, and Serbian. She is constantly developing a high level of professional expertise by actively collaborating with ICF & EMCC Global. As co-founder and Vice President of the ICF Slovenia Charter Chapter, Jasna promotes coaching's sustainable growth. She also serves as an EIA assessor for EMCC Global, PCC assessor, and participates in the SAN Supervision Adria Network as a supervisor. Desire to become an ICF Credentialed Coach like Jasna? We invite you to start your journey here at Catalyst Coach. www.catalystcoach.live.

Welcome to the 73rd Episode of the #100MasterCoaches​ Show. In this episode, Mel interviews Brenda Baird from Nashville, Tennessee, United States. Brenda is a highly sought-after Executive Leadership and Mentor Coach who is an exceptionally accomplished businessperson, with strong financial acumen, a well-regarded expert in leadership and talent development, very experienced in leading high-growth and fast-paced organizations, and a mentor coach of professional coaches. She brings a wealth of valuable and extensive business knowledge with over 30 years of work experience as a successful Business Owner and Organizational Leader, a Board Member of a public financial institution, a Consultant in leadership development, and a Director of Learning and Development for a large and complex Global organization. Brenda has significant coaching experience in several industries and all functional areas, having worked with hundreds of individuals, and completing thousands of coaching hours, including time spent mentoring coaches to enhance their capabilities. She earned multiple prestigious Coaching Credentials: Master Certified Coach (MCC) - the highest coaching distinction; held by only 4% of International Coach Federation (ICF) credentialed coaches worldwide, ICF-Accredited Certified Mentor Coach (CMC) - specific to coaching coaches, and the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching Certification (ranked #1 coach training school by Forbes). Given Brenda’s unique combination of an extensive leadership career and her leadership coaching experience, she knows how companies work and how to navigate organizational obstacles and political situations to realize goals and maximize success. Desire to be an ICF Credentialed Coach like Brenda? We invite you to start your journey here at Catalyst Coach. www.catalystcoach.live.