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The story of Embers
Embers is a global consulting and coaching firm that offers customized services in enhancing wellbeing for both individuals and organizations.
Our approach is rooted in science and human-centered practices that identify the underlying causes of issues such as burnout, low productivity, and disengagement.
Our goal is to empower organizations and individuals with the tools and skills necessary for sustainable and transformational change. We strongly believe that employee wellbeing is a vital component of business success. Therefore, we work collaboratively with our clients to increase productivity, decrease turnover rates, and promote healthy work practices.
Our vision is to cultivate a global culture of wellness for individuals and organizations, fostering an environment where people can rediscover joy in work and prioritize health promotion practices.
The faces behind Embers
PHYSICIAN, LEADERSHIP COACH & WELLBEING CONSULTANT
Dr. Hiba Khaled, MD
Hiba, co-founder of Embers. Hiba trained as a physician in the National Health Service (NHS) in the UK, before obtaining a Master’s degree in Medical Education from Harvard Medical School. She worked as a curriculum designer and developer at Harvard Medical School and as a leadership coach with Professors Ron Heifetz and Tim O’Brien at Harvard Kennedy School coaching students from diverse backgrounds to help them achieve transformational results. Having experienced and recovered from burnout herself, she is passionate about helping clients in demanding careers recover from burnout while empowering them to build the capacity to thrive in their work and lives. A surfer, tea enthusiast, and avid reader.
HEALTH & WELLBEING COACH & LEADERSHIP CONSULTANT
Maria Perez
Maria, co-founder of Embers. With 8 years of experience in Leadership and Career coaching, Maria has worked with organizations and individuals to empower them to become driven in their leadership practice. During the pandemic, witnessing how burnout was taking a toll on people’s health inspired Maria to get certified as a Health and Wellbeing Coach from Duke Integrative Health. She is passionate about stopping the burnout crisis by helping clients repurpose their vision and focus on what’s important. She helps clients build in habits that support their health and will help them manage work-life stress more effectively. Maria trained in Food Science from Cornell University and obtained an MBA from IE. A runner and a foodie at heart.
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