Meet Chris Short, an experienced leader and innovative visionary committed to empowering mission-driven ecosystems and fostering intentional operating systems. With two decades of diverse experience in Finance, Human Capital and Technology his perspective is broad.

Currently serving as the Founder & Chief Empowered Operating Steward, Chris leads operations within IMPowerU, designing and implementing the company IOS as well working closely with clients to implement more intentional operating systems, delivering well being, and fostering growth.

Previously, Chris served as the Head of Delivery at Pocket Network, a leading decentralized blockchain communications provider.. Chris scaled agile operations from non-existence through growth and maturity, from eight to supporting a Product and Engineering team of seventy.

Before his tenure at Pocket Network, Chris held key leadership positions at Beeline, where he led enterprise-scale product delivery programs for SaaS products. Supporting the CTO, his expertise with agile product delivery and driving tactical roadmap development was instrumental in achieving the organization's strategic vision.

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Taylor Ketcham is a former Division I athlete turned Founding Partner of IMPowerU and brings a wealth of experience and passion to the intersection of sports, wellness, and business. With a background as a Division I collegiate lacrosse player, Taylor has translated her athletic drive into a dynamic career as a business owner and holistic consultant.

As a Founding Partner of IMPowerU, Taylor is at the forefront of fostering well-being in business. Drawing from her extensive experience in owning and operating a lacrosse business centered on wellness, a yoga studio focused on integrating up-to-date and impactful well-being technologies, and current longevity & wellness facility in Mooresville, NC, she has demonstrated a commitment to the holistic development of individuals. Through her consulting business, she brings a unique blend of sports mentality and holistic principles to guide organizations towards success.

With a Bachelor's in English from Davidson College and a Master’s in English from Wake Forest University, Taylor brings a unique perspective to her holistic coaching approach. Her graduate studies in Disability Studies and the Evolution of Human Rights enrich her commitment to uplifting women, advocating for social justice, and bridging the gap between corporate and everyday life. With a holistic approach to business development, she aims to empower individuals and organizations to thrive.

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As the Chief Visionary and Wellbeing Leader at ImpowerU, Jerry Thompson is dedicated to transforming the landscape of personal and professional development. With over two decades of experience in international business consulting and executive leadership, Jerry brings a unique perspective to integrating wellbeing into the core of organizational strategy. His expertise in organizational transformation, value chain optimization, and technology strategy has been instrumental in guiding businesses through complex changes. Jerry’s ability to evaluate structured finance transactions and lead multi-disciplined teams through due diligence and execution processes adds significant value to ImpowerU.io’s approach. His background in ___ combined with his financial acumen, ensures that our clients receive comprehensive and practical solutions tailored to their unique needs. Jerry has spearheaded the development of ImpowerU’s Identity Aligned Operating System, which integrates purpose-driven initiatives into daily business practices, and has successfully led initiatives that have improved employee engagement and productivity across various sectors.

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Robert T. Vanderwerf, as KPMG’s Global Transformation Strategy Leader, specializes in growth strategy and operations improvement. With over 25 years of experience serving Fortune 500, mid-market, and start-up organizations, Robert’s insights into navigating business transformations are invaluable. His expertise spans various industries, including technology, financial services, healthcare, and consumer goods. Robert’s ability to advise CEOs and management teams on delivering sustainable, long-term value through strategic planning and operations improvement aligns perfectly with ImpowerU.io’s mission to foster innovation and resilience in our clients.

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