JR is the founder of PathWise and a seasoned C-level executive in the financial services industry. Most recently, he was the global COO of Janus Henderson Investors. Before that, he held leadership roles at State Street and Fidelity Investments. Prior to moving into financial services, JR was a partner at McKinsey & Company and an officer in the US Air Force.

JR holds a MBA from Harvard Business School, where he earned first year honors. He also holds a Master of Science in electrical engineering from Northeastern University, and a Bachelor of Science from Duke University, from which he graduated summa cum laude.

JR brings a practitioner’s approach to coaching, from his years of working in the military, professional services, and Financial services industry in a variety of roles and situations. He has a strong knowledge of how things work within organizations and how to navigate them. From his time in leading PathWise, he brings the perspective of a startup founder and entrepreneur. And a strong knowledge of career-related topics. He is able to provide coaching spanning business situations, career progression, management, leadership, and professional development.

JR lives in London with his wife. They are the parents of three grown children and grandparents to one grandchild. In his free time, JR enjoys traveling, running, and hiking. He has run triathlons and all the original 6 Abbott World Major Marathons. He has also visited almost 60 countries across 6 continents and hiked in many of them.

Sabeena Ghazi is a dedicated facilitator who is passionate about guiding clients on their transformative journeys towards their chosen goals. She firmly believes that lasting outer change in various aspects of life, including careers, relationships, and health, stems from inner work and self-awareness. With over two decades of experience, Sabeena has worked with numerous clients seeking professional growth, leveraging her expertise in leadership traits, cross-cultural team cohesion, and collaboration with professionals from diverse backgrounds. Her open-minded approach and genuine desire to assist clients are manifested through thought-provoking questions, fostering self-reflection and growth. Sabeena serves as an accountability partner, ensuring that clients achieve their goals.

Alongside her practical experience, Sabeena holds an M.S in Organizational Development and Management from Johns Hopkins University, equipping her with a strong academic foundation in implementing best practices for organizational performance and change management. Her studies have focused on optimizing leadership skillsets and empowering leaders to create cohesive and high-performing teams. Furthermore, Sabeena has conducted extensive research on workplace equity, cultivating equitable cultures, and supporting diverse workforces in navigating complex professional environments.

In addition to her professional skills, Sabeena speaks both Urdu and Hindi, broadening her ability to connect with clients on a deeper level. Her commitment to advancing the field of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is evident as she actively contributes as a workplace contributor at Northeastern Illinois University’s adult learning program. Her insights and expertise help foster DEI initiatives and organizational effectivness and leadership frameworks in various organizations. Sabeena has a Leadership Performance coaching certification through ACT Leadership at Brown University’s School of Professional Studies, and she is ICF Associate Certified Coach further enhancing her skills to provide comprehensive support to her clients. This ongoing development reflects her unwavering commitment to supporting clients on their transformative journeys.

Gayle Draper is an inspiring career coach with 25+ years in the careers industry. Clients see her role as that of the North Star, guiding their journey to define and facilitate their career goals. She is the founder of Intentional Careers HR specializing in career coaching and career marketing for evolving leaders, senior management, and executive levels.

Her motto is simple: “Never be in a kayak but build your dragon boat (network) of colleagues and friends with a coach at the helm, to give you the momentum to move onto the next successful chapter in your work life”.

Coaching has always been a part of Gayle’s life—first as a Level III National Coach in gymnastics and now as a Certified TypeCoach-Master Coach. She is known for her energizing, authentic, and empathetic approach, as she helps clients bring their vision to fruition.

Gayle proudly served the SEAL Future Foundation as a Career Transition Coach to US Navy Seals, is a published member of the Forbes Coaching Council, and a national leader in the careers industry winning two Awards of Excellence, as a Community Outreach Specialist.

She is a recognized speaker and facilitator offering insights and practical content that can be easily implemented. Gayle is a natural at building forward momentum as she coaches people through employment transitions, leadership growth, and to greater workplace success.