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In this powerful and heartfelt episode of Coffee and Conversations, host Donald E. Coleman welcomes fellow U.S. Marine Corps veteran, Veronica “Coach Ronnie” Soria, the first Marine ever featured on the podcast. Coach Ronnie brings a lifetime of service, resilience, and compassion to the coaching profession, offering listeners a deeply human perspective on leadership, identity, and personal transformation.

After serving 20 years in the United States Marine Corps and another two decades in the Federal Government as a Learning & Development consultant, program manager, and leadership coach, Ronnie’s life has been defined by one consistent calling: developing people with purpose, empathy, and strength.

In this conversation, she shares the defining moments that shaped her journey—from joining the U.S. Marines and navigating the transition into civilian life to rediscovering identity, faith, and purpose through coaching. Ronnie speaks candidly about how the power of coaching transformed her personal life, strengthened relationships, and taught her the discipline of listening to others and to herself.

Together, we explore themes of resilience, authenticity, and what it means to live and lead from a place of wholeness. Ronnie’s definition is simple yet profound: wholeness is the acceptance of self while remaining grounded in authenticity. Her approach to coaching centers on creating safe spaces where people can reflect, reconnect with who they are, and align their values with how they live and lead.

This episode is especially meaningful for leaders, veterans, professionals in transition, and anyone seeking clarity, healing, and purpose in their next chapter.

Download this episode now and experience a conversation on leadership, personal growth, resilience, and the transformative power of coaching.

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In this episode of the ICF San Diego Coffee and Conversations podcast, our host Donald E Coleman, sits down with Emily Bennington, ACC, a certified career empowerment coach and senior HR business partner, whose mission is to help individuals reconnect with their voice and advocate for themselves in life and work.

Drawing from over a decade in human resources, Emily offers a compassionate and insightful perspective on how coaching transforms careers, mindsets, and relationships. We explore how Emily partners with individuals and organizations to cultivate wholeness by aligning values with action, encouraging self-awareness, and building psychological safety in the workplace.

Whether you're a coach, an HR professional, or someone seeking more clarity and empowerment in your next chapter, this conversation is a must-listen. Discover how coaching can awaken what’s already within you—and invite you into a life that reflects your true self.

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In this episode of the ICF San Diego Podcast, we welcome Susan Sjolund, an Executive Coach and former healthcare executive, who shares how she transitioned from a results-driven industry into purpose-filled coaching. Her story offers a powerful lens into how leaders can rediscover meaning, presence, and connection—within themselves and with others.

Susan opens up about her pivot into coaching and how learning to slow down led her to deeper awareness. She invites us to explore the intersection of coaching, mindfulness, and leadership—and what it means to show up for clients with authenticity and curiosity. Whether you're a coach, leader, or someone seeking transformation, this episode will move you.

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