Masterful Coach Community

Jamie Slingerland, MCC

Supports experienced and emerging coaches in deepening their impact and mastery. Based in Franklin, Tennessee, Jamie lives with his wife Ruthie and their four children. He is passionate about personal development,
and helping others realize their full potential through coaching.

Paula Braga, MCC

A rich background in coaching individuals from across the globe, she empowers her clients to refine their skills and achieve career success. Paula is passionate about helping others discover their unique voices and live authentically. Based in Brazil, Paula enjoys spending time with her 7-year-old daughter, Julia, and practicing hot yoga.

Brent Roy, MCC

Understands the power of executive presence. He offers career, executive, and personal development coaching, helping leaders enhance their confidence, visibility, and values. Brent and his wife Mary-Jo live in Fredericton, New Brunswick. They are blessed with three adult children and a granddaughter.

"What makes Masterful Coach stand out is the powerful community it creates. Being surrounded by coaches committed to growth, with guidance from leaders like Brent, Paula, and Jamie, brings both encouragement and challenge in all the right ways."

– Joe Carraway, ACC

"If you're an ACC looking to elevate your practice, sharpen your use of the ICF Core Competencies, and grow alongside others on the same path, I highly recommend this mastermind. It’s not just another training—it’s a powerful space for transformation and mastery."

– Mark Ross, ACC

"The Masterful Coach Community isn't just another program - it's a space where ACC coaches are truly seen and sharpened by MCC-level mentors who care deeply about your growth. If you're serious about moving from ACC to PCC - not just on paper, but in skill and presence - this is the kind of intentional, guided community that makes all the difference."

– David Peterson, ACC

"Having partnered with Jamie, Brent, and Paula on their individual coaching journeys, I've seen the incredible wisdom and generosity they bring to the coaching space. They aren't just great coaches, they are committed community builders who give of their time, energy, and experiences to help other coaches grow. This program is perfect for ACC coaches who are craving community and who want to build confidence in their coaching skills."

– Hannah Finrow, MCC

Jamie is a powerful coach for leaders to grow their skills as effective communicators.
- Ken Davis, Best-selling author of Secrets of Dynamic Communication Franklin, TN

Your empathetic approach is exceptional. Our sessions were life changing.
- Kevin H

Its been super helpful getting coached by Brent in a life decision. Brent is extremely sincere insightful and empathetic which in my case and circumstances are all the critical qualities I need in my coach.
- G.A., Entrepreneur-in-Residence

I loved working with Paula for so many reasons, I can't choose just one! She has such a great energy, it's inexplicable!
- K.I., Civil Engineer

Life changing
- D.P., US Dept. of Air Force

I appreciate how you challenged and guided me to figure out a way forward. It's not an easy path but one I'm determined to take. Thank you!
- C.W., C&C Manager

Thanks Brent, and apologies for my over excitement on our call today :) I don't think I would have had the courage or tools to take this step without our discussion and your support! An look forward to building out a plan for how to navigate the next few months.
- J.S. Senior Manager, Food and Beverage Development

Jamie’s coaching gave me the clarity and confidence to lead more effectively. I grew in confidence and improved my communication. If you want to thrive, not just adapt, Jamie is the coach you need.
- Sanjay, Director

Jamie was the right choice for me as a coach. It was hard at first for me to open up. I didn't understand that coaching was about me coming to my own conclusions. I built a ton of confidence and leadership skills working with Jamie
- Alejandra, Managing Director. CDMX

Working with Brent has been one of the greatest gifts personally and professionally. He has a warm inviting style that allows you to relax and dive deep into who you are. I am a better leader for having worked with Brent who has supported me through navigating a promotion, communicating more clearly, defining my values and showing up as an empathetic leader
- Y.D., Engagement Manager, Consulting firm

Jamie's coaching was key in taking my leadership to the next level. Through Jamie's coaching , I learned how to quickly better build trust and rapport with other executives and effectively communicate my ideas in a way that resonated with them. I also leaned to think like a coach and ask better questions because of my work with him. I highly recommend Jamie as an executive coach
- Jeff, CEO

Doing coaching with Paula was an opportunity for self-discovery! More than helping me reconnect professionally, she helped me regain confidence in myself and value what’s best in my personality. It was essential when making an important career change, seeing new possibilities, and securing a new position in my company! Paula is fantastic! I deeply admire her competence and thank her for the excellent work!
- L.M., Food Engineer

The first thing I noticed when working with Paula was the increase in my organization and focus in getting things done. She encouraged me and clarified the paths I should follow. I loved working with her because I felt like I was in the room with a friend where I could talk about anything without judgment. Her attitude was always impeccable!"
- T.F., Advertising Professional

If you are looking to improve as a leader look no further! Jamie cares about the success of his clients but doesn't let that get in the way of being honest and direct. I have grown also in executive presence.
He has helped me grow tremendously in just a short amount of time. I highly recommend him.
- Tomas-Director of Engineering, San Francisco

Brent - thank you for investing in me as a "whole person." You always brought great questions and prompts to the conversations and pushed me to think. You have a gift - thanks for being a part of this journey with me.
- T.S., Director, Talent Solutions

I have been in a leadership role for quite some time but I wanted to take my skills to the next level. When I begin working with Jamie I realized that I needed to use vulnerability as the access point to growth. I now trust myself at a deeper level to lead my team with courage and authenticity
- Carrie, VP Nashville, TN

Brent has giving me truly game-changing guidance for making my executive communications far more effective. He has helped me immensely - and he's had this impact for me in just handful of sessions.
- Greg J., Business Transformation Leader

Brent has been such a great fit for me; he has opened my eyes in a way that allows me to ask for what I need and stand up for myself professionally. The resources he shares are always spot - on and allow me to dig even deeper into my nature and unveil the barriers that I've put in front of myself
- Dr. Amy D., VP, Clinical Support

I came to coaching with the goal to grow in my leadership. Since working with Jamie I have made a lot of progress in improving my confidence and becoming a leader that others get excited to follow.
- Kim, Senior Vice President

I felt a sense of comfort and appreciation every time I had a coaching session with Brent. His remarkable presence and compassionate listening made me feel instantly comfortable ultimately creating an inspiring and motivating safe environment. His knack for carefully listening and pushing the conversation forward with the right questions amazed me. Brent demonstrated an uncanny ability to draw strengths, values and qualities from our discussions and I always felt deeply grateful for those precious moments
- Valentina, Sr. Organizational Development Consultant

Brent has helped me realize my thinking is sound. I need to block out the noise and get to work. He's also helped me clarify my values, what I like, what I'm good at and what I don't like.”
- W.P., Senior Financial Analyst

Thank you Brent for listening, for pushing me and for sharing in the gratitude for achieving my goals. I couldn’t have done it without you.
- Scott Prince, Sr. Solutions Architect, Soul Machines

Paula is an amazing coach. We worked on a series of goals, and she demonstrated proficiency in all areas. She was extremely committed and dedicated to helping me, and her highly developed analytical skills were evident in her feedback and guidance. I was also very impressed with her ability to listen to me and create concrete plans from my abstract ideas. I highly recommend her!!!
- A.A., Architect

Paula is a coach with exceptional talent, and she changed my life forever!
- J.D., Educator

Your ability to help me get at my core values and motivations is empowering.
- M.H., Director, Community Affairs and Engagement

A life-changing session!
- M.B., Director of Training, US Dept. of the Navy

Sessions with Brent are always a good use of my time and energy. He listens with focus and asks pointed and insightful questions. I feel that Brent works from a place of genuine care for his client's well-being and success. I look forward to the next session!
- F.Z., Software Product Team Lead

Working with Brent has changed my life. He is brilliant, insightful, professional, kind, witty and able to pull out the best of a person to drive to the next steps regardless of the obstacles.
- Fran L, Chief of Staff

After working with Paula, I feel much more confident and resilient. I feel understood, seen, and valued for my previous contributions. I felt very secure with her. What people need to know about her is that, even though she is extremely professional, she is also very fun and caring! Today, I am in a completely different job from the one I had when I started working with her. Without her support, I would never be where I am today. Finally, my resume and LinkedIn profile are now amazing!
- L.M., Human Resources Professional

Brent is beautiful soul with a kind heart and a nice sense of humor. He helped me realize the value and importance of planning tactics with the end goal in mind. He did a great job of asking the right questions that helped me zero in on what my values are and how to plan action steps around them
- R.B.