As founder and chief executive officer of Authentic Encounters, LLC, Lena’s cheerful nature and engaging style make things happen. Her energy and excitement are contagious. She understands personal and group dynamics. Lena has a high level of self-awareness, and her training and facilitation skills impact and transform organizations, communities, and partnerships across generations. Her energy and authenticity allow her to influence through inspiration and build bridges with people of all backgrounds and at all levels of an organization. Her abilities go beyond a strength and rise to the level of gifting.
Lena is a graduate of Kentucky State University and has earned several certifications in her field. She resides in McCordsville, Indiana, and is the proud mother of twin boys Avery & Jaden.
She has over 15 years of experience in professional development, training, and coaching, with experience working with Fortune 500 companies, and faith-based, not-for-profit organizations.
A highly established professional, experienced in leading diverse and inclusive teams, Lena is uniquely gifted at building relationships and connecting with others.
DISC Personality Styles/Relationship Strategies
EQ-i2.0 and EQ 360
Certified Facilitator for Family Development Resources and Family Nurturing Centers International, Inc.
DDI - Certified Facilitator – Development Dimensions International
Certified Predictive Index (PI) – ADVISA
Certified E-learning Instructional Design – Association for Talent Development (ATD)
Certified Achievers Facilitator – Bell Leadership Institute
Brain-Based Conversation Skills – NeuroLeadership Institute
Brain-Based Coaching – NeuroLeadership Institute