ABOUT ME

I’M EXCITED TO CONNECT AND SHARE MORE ABOUT MY JOURNEY!

HI, I AM
 ANNA BOLTENKO!

My professional journey began in 2009 in academia, where I had the privilege of teaching HR courses to undergraduate students at major universities in Moscow. I also served as a thesis supervisor, head of the admissions board, and led the Undergraduate program. I truly loved working with students and supporting them in their learning—it was incredibly rewarding to guide them as they developed their skills and discovered their passions.

After several years in academia, I moved to Canada—a transition that wasn’t easy. I faced isolation, loneliness, and the struggle to find my way in a new land. These challenges shaped my journey and ultimately inspired me to create a coaching game that helps individuals navigate difficult times, find clarity, and grow personally and professionally. My own experiences became the foundation of this tool, which has now supported countless people in improving their well-being and decision-making. My coaching community spans across Canada, the USA, and Europe, where I continue to help people unlock their potential.

I’m also deeply invested in my local community in North Vancouver. I’m running for City Council and chair the Social Planning Advisory Committee, where I’ve connected over 40 local organizations with families and supported more than 150 non-profits. My passion for community building is at the heart of my work, and I’m committed to making North Vancouver a better place for everyone

As the founder of the Wonder Wonders Foundation, a non-profit focused on kids' mental health and empowering youth, I created the North Shore Kids Festival. This annual event brings together over 10,000 attendees to connect with resources that nurture mental and emotional well-being for children and families.

WHETHER THROUGH COACHING OR COMMUNITY WORK, MY GOAL IS ALWAYS TO SUPPORT OTHERS IN THEIR GROWTH AND WELL-BEING. I’D LOVE TO CONNECT AND SHARE MORE ABOUT MY JOURNEY WITH YOU!

MY MILESTONES

DHD IN ECONOMICS:

BAUMAN MOSCOW STATE TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY, RUSSIA

MA IN MANAGEMENT:

ROYAL ROADS UNIVERSITY, CANADA

LEARNING EXPERIENCE DEVELOPER:
CREATED OVER 26 COURSES ON COACHING PRACTICES, CAREER DEVELOPMENT, AND GAMIFICATION OF COACHING AT VARIOUS UNIVERSITIES AND LEARNING CENTERS.

BOOK CO-AUTHOR:
HAPPINESS OF COACHING

SPEAKER AND PODCASTER:
FEATURED AT WOHASU, CANNEXUS, AND THE ANNUAL SUMMIT ON PSYCHIATRY AND MENTAL HEALTH

CIVIC LEADER AND YOUTH FESTIVAL ORGANIZER:
FOUNDER OF WONDER WONDERS FOUNDATION
(KIDS CHARITY). CITY COMMITTEE CHAIR, CITY COUNCIL CANDIDATE

ENTREPRENEUR:

CREATOR OF SOUL PICNICS, VANCOUVER

CERTIFIED COACH AND MENTOR (PCC ICF),
DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP (ICF VANCOUVER)
SPECIALIST IN EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE ASSESSMENT (TEIQ)
CERTIFIED CAREER STRATEGIST (CCS)
PROUD MEMBER OF CAREER PROFESSIONALS
OF CANADA

15 YEARS OF TEACHING HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT AND TALENT DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIES

ANNA'S CERTIFICATES

MY MISSION

1. CULTIVATE SAFE SPACES

Create environments of trust where individuals and teams feel empowered to share their thoughts and emotions openly.

2. UNLOCK POTENTIAL

Assist others in discovering and nurturing their capacity for growth and development, empowering both individuals and teams to achieve new levels of success.

3. INSPIRE AND MOTIVATE

Encourage new ideas and perspectives while providing guidance for actionable steps toward personal and professional goals, empowering individuals and teams to take control of their paths.

4. CELEBRATE INDIVIDUALITY

Highlight the significance of each person’s unique story, honoring their journeys and empowering both individuals and teams to embrace their distinctiveness.

5. BE A TANGIBLE SOURCE OF INSPIRATION

Actively support and encourage individuals and teams, providing them with the tools and confidence they need to realize and maximize their fullest potential.

"ANNA IS AN AMBASSADOR
OF SELF-DISCOVERY, GUIDING
OTHERS TO THRIVE AND GROW
IN NEW ENVIRONMENTS"

I HELP

Individuals and teams thrive in new environments by guiding them to uncover their potential and confidently seize new opportunities. Whether it’s adapting to a new country or advancing in your career, my goal is to help you build resilience, develop key strengths, and achieve meaningful growth.

My mission is to support you in finding new paths for development, ensuring success both personally and professionally as you navigate new challenges.

I BELIEVE

Real success comes from the ability to adapt to change. I empower individuals and teams by boosting their confidence and sharing practical strategies, using new and innovative methods drawn from my extensive experience. I guide them in unlocking their full potential, helping them achieve measurable results while staying authentic to themselves.

How to navigate and embrace change, showing that success isn’t about being the strongest or the smartest, but about using innovative approaches to turn challenges into opportunities for growth, progress, and continuous improvement.

I TEACH

I WORK WITH

Individuals and teams committed to personal and professional growth, ready to start a new chapter in their lives, who embrace change and are prepared to turn challenges into opportunities.

MY STRENGTHS...

GENTLE COMMUNICATION
AND LISTENING SKILLS:
I CREATE A SAFE SPACE WHERE INDIVIDUALS AND TEAMS FEEL HEARD AND UNDERSTOOD.

BROAD PERSPECTIVE:
I SEE PEOPLE FROM VARIOUS ANGLES, RECOGNIZING THEIR UNIQUE STRENGTHS AND POTENTIAL.

INTERNATIONALITY
AND EXTENSIVE GLOBAL EXPERIENCE AND CULTURAL INSIGHT:

MY INTERNATIONAL BACKGROUND PROVIDES VALUABLE RESOURCES AND PERSPECTIVES.

MY PEOPLE ARE THOSE WHO ALWAYS WANT TO GROW, DEVELOP AND WHO ARE EMOTIONALLY, PHYSICALLY AND MENTALLY READY TO BUILD A NEW LIFE IN EMIGRATION

SERVICES AND PRODUCTS FOR YOU

FOR CLIENTS

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FOR COACHES