Christopher Peña
Certified Professional Coach | Leadership Development Expert | Adjunct Professor | Empowering Growth Through Coaching and Education
- Role
- Adjunct Professor at Roger Williams University Mario J. Gabelli School Of Business
- Location
- Worcester, MA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Christopher Peña
As a Certified Professional Coach, Adjunct Professor, and advocate for holistic leadership, my mission is to weave mindfulness into business strategy, empowering heart-centered leaders across corporate, academic, and creative sectors. By blending business acumen with wellness practices, I help individuals and organizations drive transformative change and achieve sustainable success.With over 8 years of experience as a coach, yoga instructor, and leadership development expert, I specialize in integrating mindfulness into leadership training. This approach fosters personal growth, professional empowerment, and greater alignment for executives, entrepreneurs, and artists alike.Through tailored coaching, I guide leaders to unlock their full potential, thrive under pressure, and create meaningful impact. Whether in the boardroom, classroom, or creative space, my work is dedicated to helping others lead with clarity, authenticity, and purpose.
Experience
Adjunct Professor
Roger Williams University Mario J. Gabelli School Of Business
Jan 2025 — Present · Bristol, RI, US
Entrepreneurial Finance focuses on the unique financial needs and challenges faced by entrepreneurs and startups. Unlike traditional corporate finance, this field emphasizes strategies for raising capital, managing cash flow, and evaluating risk in uncertain and dynamic environments.Key topics include securing venture capital, angel investments, crowdfunding, and bootstrapping, as well as financial forecasting and valuation of early-stage businesses. Entrepreneurial finance empowers founders to make informed financial decisions, attract investors, and sustain growth in competitive markets. It’s about balancing innovation with sound financial strategies to turn ideas into successful ventures.Whether it’s tackling complex financial concepts or brainstorming the next big idea, I’m all about creating a supportive, engaging environment where learning feels exciting and practical. Let’s connect and share ideas about finance, startups, or education
Education
iPEC Coaching
Certified Professional Coach, Leadership Coaching
Roger Williams University
MBA , Masters in Business Administration + Real Estate Planning
Sounds True: Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification Program
Certified Meditation Teacher, Mindfulness Meditation
Roger Williams University Mario J. Gabelli School of Business
Bachelor's degree, Business Management and Finance
2009 — 2013
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