Who We Are

Meet The Team

Khalid A. Asad, Ph.D. Business Psychology

President/CEO

Dr. Khalid Asad is an accomplished executive coach, leadership strategist, and organizational development facilitator with more than 25 years of experience guiding leaders and organizations toward greater effectiveness, alignment, and impact.

Konovia D. Mikeal, MBA, MEd

Chief Operating Officer

Konovia Mikeal is the co-founder of Performance Plus International, Inc. and has extensive experience developing and implementing strategies, procedures and business plans needed to enhance organizational growth.

Brienne Jennings, MA, LAC, CGRS, ACC

Learning & Organizational Development Consultant

Brienne (Brie) is a certified leadership coach through the International Coaching Federation (ICF). She specializes in developing leaders at every level through dynamic training, insightful coaching, and the creation of high-impact learning experiences

Gamal Casimir, MHA

Director of Quality & Program Management

Gamal Casimir is a seasoned administrator, project manager, and organizational leader with more than 30 years of experience spanning healthcare systems, government, education, and organizational development. He brings deep expertise in project management, change management, workflow optimization, training development, and performance improvement, with a strong track record of leading complex initiatives across diverse, cross-functional teams.

Judy Wolf, MS Management

Executive Coach and Leadership Development Facilitator

Judy Wolf is a Professional Certified Coach who works 1:1 with executives and high-potential young professionals at Fortune 500 firms, small businesses, and nonprofits and with teams and organizations looking to improve communication, navigate change, and build trust, engagement, and cohesion. Her coaching style integrates cognitive, emotional, social, and somatic intelligence for a "whole person" approach to leadership and personal development. 

Joe Plenzler, MA

Executive Coach, Leadership Strategist

Executive Coach and Leadership Development Facilitator 

Joe Plenzler is an ICF-certified executive leadership coach and communication expert who partners with leaders to navigate complexity, strengthen executive presence, and translate strategy into meaningful action through people.  Joe works with senior leaders and high-potential executives to enhance clarity, alignment, resilience, and leadership effectiveness in high-stakes environments.

Deidre Anderson, Ph.D Strategic Leadership, MA Education

Executive Coach and Leadership Development Facilitator

Dr. Deidre Anderson is a well sought-after corporate trainer, charismatic speaker, award-winning leadership coach, and licensed minister with a heart to see others succeed. Dr. D, as she is affectionately known, has traveled the world, inspiring people from all walks of life to break through barriers to achieve more than they ever dreamed possible.

Ayana Coston, MSOD, CPC, CPCC

Executive Coach and Leadership Development Facilitator

Ayana Coston is an executive and leadership coach, facilitator, and organizational development professional who partners with leaders and organizations to lead with purpose, clarity, and authenticity. Ayana supports leaders at all levels as they navigate complexity, strengthen self-awareness, and align personal values with organizational goals to achieve meaningful and sustainable impact.

Prince Ikegwuono, Ph.D Candidate, MFA Animation - Digital Media

Consulting Partner

Prince Ike is an award winning, multimedia and interactive designer with over 20 years experience as Animator, Multimedia Designer, Interactive Designer, US Navy - Visual Information Specialist (Active Duty) and Professor. Friends refer to him as a Multimedia Ninja!

Walt Hogan, MA Human Resources Development/ISD

Executive Coach and Leadership Development Facilitator

Walt Hogan is a credentialed Executive Leadership Coach who holds the Professional Coaching Credential (PCC) with the International Coaching Federation (ICF). He is also an accredited certified Organizational Development (OD) consultant and facilitator whose additional expertise is in the areas of leadership, management and team development, as well as staff development. 

Michael Brogden, Ph.D. Candidate,

M.S. Performance Improvement & Training

Executive Coach and Leadership Development Facilitator

Michael Brogden is a certified coach with over twenty years of experience helping leaders and organizations reach their goals. As a member of the Performance Plus International team, he serves as a coaching consultant, as well as a training facilitator.