Unlock Your
Leadership Potential
Join the Empowered Coaches Cohort—a six-month journey designed to equip you with the tools, confidence, and connections to amplify your impact as a coach.
Step into Your Power, Transform Lives.
Master Your Craft. Elevate Your Impact.
The Empowered Coaches was designed to help leaders—whether in coaching, business, or entrepreneurship—who refuse to settle for average. Led by Johan Martinez-Khalilian and Hannah Soto, this six-month program gives you everything you need to master your craft and serve at the highest level.
Through immersive retreats, personalized coaching, and expert-led seminars, you'll gain the tools and strategies needed to lead with confidence, authenticity, and impact, while becoming a certified coach through DVLPMNT.studio.
Learn more about the
6-month experience
The terms “coach" and “leader” are used throughout this program. Johan and Hannah created this program to powerfully serve traditional coaches as well as corporate leaders and entrepreneurs. Empowered Coaching is designed for anyone in a leadership role who is managing (or coaching) others.
Are You Ready to Step Into Your Full Leadership Power?
Whether you're a new coach, curious about becoming a coach, or an established corporate executive, or entrepreneur, Empowered Coaching is your opportunity to take your leadership skills to the next level. Rooted in Ontological Coaching and Phenomenology, this transformative program is designed to help you grow, evolve, and lead with confidence, authenticity, and impact.
Program Overview
This 6-month journey is designed to challenge, stretch, and elevate your leadership abilities through a blend of in-person retreats, virtual 1:1 coaching, and group training and support. You'll be taught tools for improving culture, integrity, and building deep connections with your team and clients. You’ll also receive 1:1 coaching during the program to ensure you're consistently growing in your role.
What’s Included
Three In-Person Retreats
Join us for three deeply transformative in-person experiences that will accelerate your growth as a coach and leader.
Retreat One
Palm Springs, California
April 2025
Retreat Two
Nisswa, Minnesota
June 2025
Retreat Three
New York, New York
August 2025
Each retreat will include
Day One
Arrival and evening session to ground for the journey.
Day Two
Full day of intensive coaching, growth, and hands-on exercises. Lunch provided.
Day Three
Half-day session followed by travel home. Lunch provided.
You'll challenge your perceptions, stretch your boundaries,
and walk away with newfound confidence and clarity.
Monthly DVLPMNT + Coaching Seminars
Each month, you’ll join us for a group coaching and development seminar designed to keep you connected, accountable, and inspired. These virtual sessions will feature expert coaches, guest speakers, interactive group coaching, and Q&A sessions to help you implement the tools and strategies you've learned, ensuring you're continuously growing and staying on track.
Join us virtually on the 1st Wednesday of the month at 11am CT from March to August (subject to change) for a deep dive into leadership strategies, real-time support, and actionable insights to elevate your leadership journey.
Personalized 1:1 Coaching
You’ll receive three 1:1 virtual coaching sessions per month from one of the DVLPMNT certified coaches. Here you can dive deeper into your challenges, set tailored goals, and get the support you need to stay on your path to growth. You will be responsible to schedule these with your assigned coach, available March - August.
The Result
By the end of the program, you’ll not only have a proven set of leadership skills and tools but will also be a certified coach by DVLPMNT.studio. This certification, upon completion of the program, signifies your growth and the practical application of the principles you’ve mastered.
Dates & Details
In-Person Retreat Dates:
April | Palm Springs, California
June | Nisswa, Minnesota
August | New York, New York
Investment in Your Growth:
Participants are responsible for their own lodging, travel, and accommodations.
Participants are responsible for their own meals, unless otherwise noted.
The total investment for the cohort is $15,000.00
The choice to invest in yourself
Financial Aid Request
We believe in making this program accessible to those who are deeply committed to their growth but may need financial support. Limited scholarships and payment plans are available. You can request the aid during your application to the program.
Ready to Lead with Confidence and Clarity?
Empowered Coaching isn’t just about learning to lead; it’s about becoming the kind of leader you want to become. Join us, and let's unlock your full potential together.
Secure your spot in the Empowered Coaching program today and begin the journey of transforming your leadership—and your life.
What Past Participants Are Saying
Don’t just take our word for it—hear directly from the leaders who have experienced the Empowered Coaching program and transformed their leadership journeys.
FAQs
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Empowered Coaching is designed for anyone in a leadership role, whether you're a corporate leader, entrepreneur, or traditional coach. If you're guiding and inspiring others—whether in a business, coaching, or organizational setting—this program is for you. It’s ideal for leaders looking to elevate their impact, build greater confidence, and gain a deeper understanding of their leadership style.
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Ontological coaching is based on the idea that our way of being (mindset, emotions, language, etc.) directly impacts the results we create. In Empowered Coaching, we focus on transforming how you “show up” as a leader, helping you align your actions and decisions with your deeper values and intentions. By exploring your inner experience and shifting your mindset, you'll become a more effective, authentic, and impactful leader.
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Phenomenology is the study of experiences and how we make sense of the world. In this program, we integrate phenomenological principles to help you gain greater awareness of your own perceptions, biases, and ways of interpreting situations. By deepening your understanding of how you experience leadership, you’ll be able to make more mindful, empowered decisions.
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The program lasts 6 months (March 1st, 2025 - August 31st, 2025), during which you will participate in three immersive retreats, development seminars, and virtual group coaching sessions. In addition, you’ll receive 1:1 coaching sessions. To get the most out of the experience, we ask that you’re present for all in-person retreats and the majority of the virtual sessions.
This is a time-intensive program, and we ask that you have 5-10 hours a week to invest into yourself through this program. The rewards of personal growth, leadership development, and the tools you'll gain will pay off long after the program ends.
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The retreats are designed as deep-dive, transformative experiences. During each retreat, you’ll engage in a variety of teacher led workshops, group exercises, and coaching sessions. Expect to challenge your assumptions, expand your self-awareness, and gain the confidence to lead with more clarity and authenticity. Each retreat will be held in a unique location and will include:
Day 1: Arrival, welcome, and evening session.
Day 2: Full day of intensive coaching, learning, and personal development.
Day 3: Half-day session followed by travel back home.
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March 11-13 | Palm Springs, California
June 10-12 | Nisswa, Minnesota
August 16-17 New York, New York
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No, the program is open to anyone regardless of location. While the retreats are held in specific locations, all other sessions (virtual group coaching and seminars) are online, so you can join from anywhere.
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The cost of the program is $15,000.00 and includes access to all retreats, virtual sessions, seminars, 1:1 coaching, and certification upon completion. Participants are responsible for their own lodging, travel, and accommodations during the retreats, but lunch on days 2 and 3 is provided.
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We highly encourage in-person participation, as the retreats are a central part of the program and designed to create powerful experiences. However, if you absolutely cannot attend one of the retreats, please reach out to us so we can discuss alternatives (e.g., joining virtually, or catch-up options). We want to ensure you can still benefit from the full experience.
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To ensure an intimate and personalized experience, the Empowered Coaching program will have a small group of 10 leaders. This allows for deeper connections, more tailored coaching, and a supportive, close-knit community throughout the journey. We believe in quality over quantity, and this smaller cohort size ensures you get the individual attention and support you need to thrive.
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If you’re someone who’s passionate about deepening your leadership abilities, growing your self-awareness, and having a lasting impact on the people you coach and lead, this program will provide you with the tools and support to reach new heights. It’s for leaders who are ready to challenge themselves, expand their capabilities, and invest in both their professional and personal growth.
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Yes! After completing the program, you will receive a certification from DVLPMNT.studio, validating your growth and development as an empowered leader. This certification is a testament to the skills, strategies, and mindset you’ll have cultivated throughout the 6-month journey.
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Simply click the "Apply Now" button on this page, and you'll be directed to the registration form. Once you’ve completed the form, you’ll receive further instructions on securing your spot. We recommend registering early as spaces are limited!