Meet our Coaches

At Avoda, we measure success by transformation, lives touched, and impact made. And, we feel  honored by the organizations we work with and the leaders we coach consistently telling us their experience with us is a gamechanger, helping to support lasting change. 

  • Nelson is passionate about investing in people, seeing transformation in their lives and reaching their full potential through coaching. Nelson’s self-discipline and organizational skills allow him to dedicate hours to content development and coach training. Nelson holds a MCC credential with the International Coaching Federation and a BA in Ministry from Lincoln Christian College and Seminary in Lincoln, Illinois.


  • Pam has taken her love for education and people, and turned her passion into a dedication for professional coaching. Pam is a lifelong learner, educator, trainer, and facilitator. Pam holds a PCC credential with the International Coaching Federation and has a Master of Arts Degree in Leadership and Human Development from Bradley University in Peoria, Illinois.

  • Jeff has a start-up spirit and down-to-earth approach, coaches with an emphasis on personal and professional development through one-to-one coaching and group coaching. He is passionate about coming alongside those beginning a new journey. Jeff is fully invested in everyone he coaches, encouraging them to reach their full potential.