THE TEAM
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Kent Vanho, Founder
My name is Kent Vanho. I've spent most of my 17-year corporate career building systems and platforms for enterprises. After I left the corporate world, I developed an inbound business scaling solution that captures signals and proposal requests online; then, I organized and presented those opportunities to career and executive coaches on a silver platter for their review and pursuance. as part of our comprehensive Client Accelerator™ system to hold each of our client's hands from start to finish when building out a sustainable coaching business which includes done-for-you lead gen.
Additionally, I've created a proven, repeatable sales process, a leak-proof system using our personalized automation leveraging our proprietary AI software and System to drive sales and scale my and my clients' b2b & b2c businesses to multi 6 & 7 figures within 12 months or less. Quick bio:
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A corporate drop-out after 17 years at Cisco.
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I left the corporate world and scaled up my own consulting business to over $624,000 in annual recurring revenue organically within three months of launching using our own systems and strategies.
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On a mission to partner up with professional coaches, b2b consultants, and service-based businesses to scale theirs. Together, we can change more lives and have tons of fun doing it.
Linda VanBreemen, Chief Operations Officer
My name is Linda VanBreemen, the Chief Operations Officer (COO) at Alpha Coast. With over 15 years of experience as an operations leader, I’ve honed my ability to design and implement systems that drive efficiency, streamline processes, and eliminate unnecessary complexities in organizations ranging from small to mid-sized businesses.
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At Alpha Coast, I oversee the development and optimization of our operational strategies, ensuring the company continues to grow while maintaining agility and effectiveness. My approach is deeply rooted in data-driven decision-making, leveraging technology to create sustainable, high-performance environments.
Richard James, Chief Technology Officer
My name is Richard James, Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Alpha Coast. I bring extensive experience in web application development and a passion for creating responsive, elegant solutions. With deep expertise in front-end and back-end technologies—including JavaScript, Python, React, and Redux—I’ve helped drive innovation at Alpha Coast. Since joining, I’ve migrated our legacy systems to modern frameworks, greatly improving performance and scalability.
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As an advocate for agile methodologies and test-driven development, I foster a collaborative environment where teams build efficient, maintainable, and future-proof solutions.
Anh Nguyen, Director of Operations
I’m Anh Nguyen, Director of Operations at Alpha Coast. With over a decade of experience, I’ve built and optimized systems to drive efficiency and scalability, holding key roles at Amazon and Slack.
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At Alpha Coast, I am responsible for overseeing the development and optimization of our operational infrastructure, with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation. I am passionate about leveraging data-driven insights and cutting-edge technologies to streamline processes and improve performance across all facets of the organization.​​
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Throughout my career, I’ve consistently demonstrated the ability to deliver results in high-pressure environments, fostering collaboration across teams and maintaining a laser focus on operational excellence. My mission is to ensure that Alpha Coast continues to scale efficiently, while maintaining the agility to adapt to evolving market demands.
Loralei Burns, Account Manager
I’m Loralei Burns, an Account Manager with over 6 years of experience in high-ticket sales, brand strategy, and client growth. Throughout my career, I’ve supported coaches, consultants, and service-based businesses in scaling their revenue by refining their messaging, strengthening client relationships, and closing premium offers with confidence and care.
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At Alpha Coast, I lead client accounts with a relationship-first mindset and a strategic approach—ensuring each partnership is grounded in alignment, performance, and long-term success. My background in sales enables me to quickly identify growth opportunities, craft tailored solutions, and drive sustainable results.
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Having scaled my own consultancy and supported coaches across industries ranging from wellness to business strategy, I bring a distinct perspective to account management, blending emotional intelligence, sales psychology, and brand congruence. My focus is on helping clients expand with integrity while contributing to Alpha Coast’s momentum and mission-driven growth.
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Jordan Shimizu, Account Manager
My name is Jordan Shimizu. I’m an Account Manager with over six years of experience in high-ticket sales, client strategy, and revenue growth for service-based businesses. I specialize in managing premium client relationships by balancing performance-driven strategy with relationship-first execution. With a background in consultative sales and account leadership, I excel at identifying growth opportunities, aligning solutions to client goals, and ensuring long-term partnership success. I’ve driven significant revenue impact, maintained industry-leading close rates, and improved client retention through clear communication, expectation management, and strong post-sale alignment.
I bring an owner’s mindset to account management, combining sales psychology, emotional intelligence, and brand congruence to help clients scale with integrity. My approach is rooted in trust, accountability, and sustainable growth, allowing me to serve as a strategic partner to both clients and internal teams.
Aishwarya Thakur, Account Manager
I'm Aishwarya Thakur, an Account Manager at Alpha Coast with over 8 years of experience in B2B sales, marketing, and go-to-market strategy at industry-leading tech startups and companies including Google, Amazon, eBay, and DoorDash. Throughout my career, I've built deep expertise in understanding what drives business growth and scaling sustainable partnerships that create real impact.
At Alpha Coast, I lead client accounts with a relationship-first mindset and a results-driven approach. My background in B2B sales and consultative strategy enables me to quickly identify growth opportunities, craft solutions tailored to your business, and build partnerships built on trust and mutual success. I'm passionate about supporting coaches, consultants, and service-based businesses scale their impact while maintaining the integrity and excellence that define your brand.
Having launched and grown two of my own coaching businesses, I know firsthand what it takes to build a thriving practice. I bring an owner's mindset to every client relationship, combining data-driven insights with genuine understanding of your challenges. My mission is to ensure every Alpha Coast partnership delivers clear results through transparent communication, strategic alignment, and unwavering commitment to your sustainable growth.
Hannah Ferguson, Onboarding Specialist
I also review and approve onboarding tasks and brand assets, ensuring everything is aligned and set up for success. In addition, I help maintain and continuously improve our onboarding systems and workflows to deliver a smooth, high-quality client experience from day one.
Jannine Eballe, Operations Support
My name is Jannine Eballe. I’m someone teams and clients trust with sensitive, detail-heavy work, whether that’s system setups, workflows, credentials, or technical processes. I specialize in turning complex or confusing tasks into clear, easy-to-follow steps, and I’m often the person who helps things move forward when onboarding, integrations, scheduling, or last-mile fixes feel stuck. I’m reliable and steady under pressure, care deeply about doing things the right way (not just quickly), and prioritize accuracy, quality, and long-term stability. I’m approachable, patient, and quick to learn, and I take pride in being a behind-the-scenes support that helps launches, calls, and systems run smoothly—even when the work itself isn’t very visible.
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