I’m Glen Callahan, a purpose-driven coach, educator, and founder focused on personal development, mindfulness, and leadership. I build communities through coaching programs, Vedanta study, and social impact work with organizations like the Graeme Dingle Foundation and CASA LA. I love creating curricula, mentoring individuals and teams, and helping people unlock their potential through practical, evidence-based approaches. My work spans coaching, media production, and nonprofit leadership. I’m passionate about mentoring youth, developing scalable programs, and blending rigorous insights with compassionate guidance to support growth, well-being, and ethical living.…

Glen Callahan

I’m Glen Callahan, a purpose-driven coach, educator, and founder focused on personal development, mindfulness, and leadership. I build communities through coaching programs, Vedanta study, and social impact work with organizations like the Graeme Dingle Foundation and CASA LA. I love creating curricula, mentoring individuals and teams, and helping people unlock their potential through practical, evidence-based approaches. My work spans coaching, media production, and nonprofit leadership. I’m passionate about mentoring youth, developing scalable programs, and blending rigorous insights with compassionate guidance to support growth, well-being, and ethical living.…

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I’m Glen Callahan, a purpose-driven coach, educator, and founder focused on personal development, mindfulness, and leadership. I build communities through coaching programs, Vedanta study, and social impact work with organizations like the Graeme Dingle Foundation and CASA LA. I love creating curricula, mentoring individuals and teams, and helping people unlock their potential through practical, evidence-based approaches.

My work spans coaching, media production, and nonprofit leadership. I’m passionate about mentoring youth, developing scalable programs, and blending rigorous insights with compassionate guidance to support growth, well-being, and ethical living.

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Language

English
Fluent
Māori
Beginner

Work Experience

Youth Mentor (Volunteer) at Graeme Dingle Foundation – Project K
January 1, 2024 - Present
Volunteer youth mentor supporting individuals within Project K, focusing on personal development, goal setting, resilience, and positive youth engagement in Tauranga.
Program Director and Facilitator at Graeme Dingle Foundation – Project K
January 1, 2024 - Present
Youth development course director and facilitator for boys aged 13-17; responsible for structure, policy/procedure development, impact assessment, values alignment, and funding outreach.
AI Tutor / Editor at Toloka
April 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024
Refining AI prompts and responses to improve AI-generated content quality and accuracy.
Founder at Alight Coaching
January 1, 2020 - Present
Founder and sole operator of a registered NZ business delivering personal development coaching, curricula development, media production, and organizational training.
Co-founder at Vedanta Institute LA
January 1, 2014 - Present
Co-founded a non-profit organization; taught classes, built community, contributed writings and proofs, and managed operations.
Training Coordinator at Frey’s Food Brands
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Development of values-based training modules and staff training within a values-based business framework.
HR Associate at Kelly Scientific Resources
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2006
Interviewing and vetting scientifically trained candidates for manufacturing and research lab roles.
Validation Technician at Pfizer
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2005
Ensured regulatory compliance (FDA and others) for a global pharmaceutical manufacturer; created and validated SOP documentation.
Insurance Sales at Combined Insurance
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2004
Relationship-building and sales focused on high-risk groups for accident insurance coverage.
Production Technologist at Fonterra
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2003
Analysis of dairy production, process improvements, and staff hiring recommendations for NZ’s largest dairy producer.
Court-Appointed Special Advocate at CASA of LA
January 1, 2019 - Present
Volunteer advocate working with youths in foster care; assess needs, plan housing/education/emotional well-being, and prepare court reports.
Volunteer Farm Hand at Shemesh Farms / Malibu Jewish Center
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020
Farm maintenance; supported young adults with varying special needs through instruction and supervision.

Education

Bachelor of Technology at Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1999
Master of Technology at Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2000
Diploma in Vedanta Philosophy at Vedanta Academy, India
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2014
Level 3 Te Reo Māori at Toi Ohomai, Tauranga, New Zealand
January 1, 2023 - March 25, 2026
Certificate in Evidence-based Coaching at Fielding Graduate University, USA
January 1, 2022 - March 25, 2026
Course: Introduction to Self-Determination Theory at Coursera / University of Rochester, USA
January 11, 2030 - March 25, 2026
High School Graduation (A-bursary) at Tauranga Boys’ College, New Zealand
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1994

Qualifications

Diploma in Vedanta Philosophy
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2014
Certificate in Evidence-based Coaching
January 1, 2022 - March 25, 2026
Level 3 Te Reo Māori
January 1, 2023 - March 25, 2026
Course: Introduction to Self-Determination Theory
January 11, 2030 - March 25, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Non-Profit Organization, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet

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