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Evoke the leader within 2024
Evoke the leader within Mentorship network & leadership experience for the next generation of female leaders.
May 2024
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Award-winning Marketing Communications Professional with over twenty-five years’ experience, Ms. Rubalcava has developed as a Transformational Speaker and Lifestyle coach empowering others to reach their highest potential in business and in life by providing tools that assist clients in recognizing and removing barriers to success and regain focus on time and energy into areas that matter most.
Noha Kolkailah was born in Cairo Egypt and raised in California. After starting a summer school in Hawaii at age sixteen, Noha decided to become a teacher. She attained a bachelor’s in Biochemistry, her teaching credentials, and a master’s in Educational Leadership and Administration from Cal Poly State University. Noha is the founder of Peace Academy, sLo Where they aspire to create holistic real world experiences in an eco-friendly and robust learning environment with the most comprehensive standards in the sciences, the humanities, and the arts.
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Lisa is currently the Head Coach at Orangetheory Fitness in San Luis Obispo and a lululemon ambassador. She has been in the health and fitness industry for 35 years and loves helping people feel empowered and confident. She worked as a university women’s soccer coach for 15 years and has worked as a group exercise instructor throughout her career. Lisa obtained her undergraduate degree at California Polytechnic State University in Physical Education and Corporate Fitness and her Master’s Degree from San Jose State in Kinesiology with a concentration in Sport Psychology. Lisa loves to snowboard, mountain bike, strength train and spend time with her 19 year old son, Tyler, and their two rescued Labs, Mac and Shadow.
Named as one of VoyageLA Magazine's 2020 "Trailblazing Entrepreneurs," Maria Castillo is an LA based certified personal trainer and fitness model taking the health and wellness industry by a storm. As the owner of the fitness lifestyle brand “Flawed & Fit,” she takes on a multi-hyphenate role as an entrepreneur and influencer. She has trained for brands and apps such as Fabletics, Nike/Jordan, NordicTrack, and Apple to name a few, and worked with celebrity clients like grammy award winning singer Tems, and actress Vanessa Simmons. Castillo’s innovative training methods and brand marketing background set her apart as an influencer, personal trainer, and businesswoman.
Zaira Armendariz is a passionate advocate for mental health and well-being. She is currently earning her Master's degree in Positive Psychology while also becoming a Certified Resilience Coach. Zaira's journey into the realm of mental health and wellness was deeply influenced by her own encounters with adversity. It was through these challenges that she discovered her passion for empowering others to navigate their journey of healing and finding their inner strength. She believes in the power of preventive action and learning practical strategies to enhance resilience and overall wellness.
As the host of her podcast Complex, Like Wine, Zaira also provides a platform for individuals to share their stories, fostering vulnerability, awareness, and community. Through candid conversations and insightful discussions, she aims to inspire others to embrace their complexities and create their resilience.Beyond her academic and career pursuits and podcasting endeavors, Zaira is deeply committed to helping others proactively manage their mental, emotional, and physical well-being. In her spare time, she enjoys her fitness activities such as participating in Spartan and Tough Mudder races, being in nature, and enjoying quality time with her loved ones.
Originally from Lodi, Mayra is a first-generation Latina who's lived in SLO since 2013. She is a 2x Cal Poly graduate with a B.S. in Graphic Communication ('17) and a Masters in Business Administration ('20).Mayra has always been passionate about helping people (through youth mentorship or helping someone achieve their goals) and takes pleasure in radiating positivity onto others. A proud member of Women Making Waves and small business owner on the Central Coast, she loves inspiring other like-minded individuals to believe in themselves, lead healthier lives and embrace their bodies through self-love and self-care methods.
Besides positively changing lives at Your Body Haven, Mayra enjoys spending time with her two tabby cats (Luna del Rey and Nova) and partner Marcos. She delights in trying new restaurants with friends, supporting local businesses, going on long runs and lifting weights at the gym.
Third year Business Admin student at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo and VP of marketing for WIB (Women in Business)
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