Co-Founder:
Andrea Nash

International Federation of Neuro-Linguistic Programming

Andrea Nash

Co-Founder & Trainer

IFNLP/Woodwardnash

Andrea Nash is an accomplished leader and executive coach, deeply committed to the development of human potential. With a strong background in client relations, talent development, and Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), she has dedicated her career to helping individuals and organizations unlock their full potential. As a founding member of the International Federation of NLP (IFNLP), Andrea continues to shape the future of NLP with integrity, innovation, and inclusivity. Her mission is to foster collaboration, inclusion, and continuous growth, leaving a lasting impact on businesses, teams, and individuals.

Biography

Andrea began her career at Christie’s Auctioneers in London, where she developed a foundation in client service and operational excellence. Her ability to build lasting relationships and deliver exceptional service led to her promotion as Head of Client Relations. From there, Andrea transitioned to Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer, a prestigious international law firm, where she honed her expertise in client relations.

Her passion for talent development and leadership naturally steered her towards the recruitment industry. In 2007, recognizing the limitations of traditional agency recruitment, Andrea founded her own boutique recruitment firm. Through this venture, she provided a more personalized, impactful approach to career development, guiding professionals with clarity and confidence.

Andrea’s interest in personal development led her to the field of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) in 2008. Fully immersing herself in the discipline, she became a Trainer of NLP and Hypnosis by 2010. Through consulting and executive coaching, she helped business leaders, entrepreneurs, and teams drive transformative change. Her expertise in NLP has empowered businesses to optimize performance, break through limitations, and achieve sustainable success.

A defining moment in Andrea’s journey came through her collaboration with Simon Gledhill, the founder of the International Federation of NLP (IFNLP). Inspired by his vision, Andrea became a founding member of IFNLP, contributing to the global advancement of NLP through research, innovation, and leadership.

Simon Gledhill

Founding member of the IFNLP, Simon discovered the transformative power of NLP during his time as Account Director in direct marketing. Simon’s belief in the role of individuals to shape and determine outcomes that go way beyond themselves stems from the understanding that thoughts drive actions.

 

His number one goal in life is “to know that he gave more to this world than he took from it.” Working with a dedicated and aligned team, he strives to make a difference with a resounding #Give-A-Damn ethos, emphasizing the importance of contribution.

Angela Lightfoot

Angela Lightfoot, a highly experienced Happiness Life Coach, radiates a passion for people and community. Armed with over 20 years of coaching and personal development expertise, Angela empowers individuals to discover their purpose and embrace self-empowerment.

 

Guided by her core values of nurturing relationships, spirituality, and nature, Angela is committed to creating a safe harbor within IFNLP where others can thrive and make a difference. By employing powerful tools in NLP, Angela unlocks the untapped potential within individuals, enabling them to unleash their true capabilities and leave an indelible mark on the world.

Vivi Thidalapat

With Professionality and Passion, Vivi is committed to making a difference. She is a strong believer that every person deserves the right to be in control of their lives to make this world a better place for the next generation.

 

Vivi is passionate about spreading knowledge with the highest level of standards possible. She notes, “With NLP, we are given the capability to design and live life the way we want, not just by default, and that is our birthright!”

Anita Saldana

Anita completed her trainer certifications in NLP, hypnosis, coaching, and timeline techniques in 2008. Driven by her mission to help individuals conquer trauma, improve communication, and break free from limiting thoughts, Anita continues to enhance her approach, guiding clients to break free from that which holds them back.

 

Anita aims to help people move forward and create the life they truly strive for. With vast global experience, her commitment to ethical practice led her to join the IFNLP, where she found a supportive community aligned with her values, fostering a genuine connection to humanity’s well-being.

Andrea Nash

All boards act in different ways; however, the composition and management of any board are essential to the smooth and sustainable running of a business. With board experience across numerous business sectors, Andrea is a huge asset to IFNLP, given her wide range of professional expertise of  25+ years. 

 

A “can do” professional who encourages and drives strategic decision-making whilst galvanizing board support and ensuring smooth communication and follow-through. Her impressive technical and interpersonal skills will assist the IFNLP in this crucial development phase and will ensure we are on track through all stages of growth.

George Lee

George is trained as a soldier, built with determination, and instilled with discipline. George is serious about deploying NLP and starting to make a greater impact in this world.

 

He strongly believes that the right form of education will get a person to be empowered, and start taking charge of their own situation.

 

Everyone can be inspired, and everyone can be transformed. It’s only a matter of receiving the right training, and meeting the right educator.

Camelia Paduraru

With over 15 years of experience in the realm of NLP, Camelia has dedicated her journey to teaching, coaching, researching, and fostering a community that embodies kindness, dedication, and a shared drive to make a difference.

 

As a firm believer in the transformative power of NLP and the importance of a supportive and inclusive community, Camelia is inspired to take things to the next level.

 

Her vision is to create a global network of NLP enthusiasts where individuals learn from one another, create impact, and elevate the recognition of NLP to the level it truly deserves.

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