About Us
Coaches Evolve originated through the desire of educating a new generation of coaches and train the next round of leaders in coaching. What began as a path for educators to gain knowledge and foster development has grown into so much more. Now offering educational programs and training for coaching in nearly every industry, and working with people from all walks of life. Founding the International Academy of Professional Coaching and gaining accreditation from the International Coaching Federation as a Level 1 and Level 2 institution, Dr. Norwood and Dr. Burke have graduated accelerated coaches, mentored their growth, and watched them bring their knowledge into the world.
After years of serving the industry and expanding their education profile in both programs and global availability they registered their academy as Coaches {R} evolution™ and continue to operate their professional coaching education programs as Coaches Evolve through the International Academy of Professional Coaching.
Learn More About Our Founders
Mary Ann Burke, Ph. D., Ed. D, MFT
Dr. Burke earned a Ph.D. in Medieval and 20th Century French Language and Literature from the University of Wisconsin, Madison, and she taught as Professor of French at UCLA. She earned her Ed. D in Educational Leadership and Change in 2013 from Fielding Graduate University. Read More
Kathy Norwood, Ed. D, MCC
Bridging the Profession of Coaching with Educational Coaching.
Dr. Norwood is a Pre-K-12 national educational consultant, trainer, master coach and co-founder of Coaches Evolve. Dr. Norwood earned her doctorate from Fielding Graduate University in Educational Leadership and Change and she holds a Master of Education in Professional Development, with emphasis on English Learners (EL) and Administration. In addition, the HeartMath Institute has certified Dr. Norwood as a HeartMath Trainer. Read More
