Our Leadership Team
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Darrick Boyes
CEO, Certified Business Coach
Darrick Boyes is a driven entrepreneur with a passion for business that began at age 13 when he registered his first company. By 19, Darrick had over 50 employees and his businesses had generated millions in revenue. Darrick has led large sales teams, instructed courses at Thompson Rivers University, and consulted for major corporations like Western Star Trucks and Ford Motor Company. Known for his expertise in business strategy, sales, and negotiation, Darrick’s unique ability to inspire belief in others has helped thousands of entrepreneurs around the globe achieve success.
Darrick’s coaching philosophy centers around helping business owners create successful, sustainable businesses that can thrive with or without their direct involvement. He understands the challenges of burnout and aims to guide entrepreneurs toward a balanced and fulfilling business life.
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Andrew Bull
Certified Business Coach, Associate Partner
Darrick’s coaching philosophy centers around helping entrepreneurs create successful, sustainable businesses and guiding them toward a balanced and fulfilling business life. Darrick’s coaching philosophy centers around helping entrepreneurs create successful, sustainable businesses and guiding them toward a balanced and fulfilling business life.
Darrick’s coaching philosophy centers around helping entrepreneurs create successful, sustainable businesses and guiding them toward a balanced and fulfilling business life.Darrick’s coaching philosophy centers around helping entrepreneurs create successful, sustainable businesses and guiding them toward a balanced and fulfilling business life.
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Glenn Purdy
Certified Business Coach
Glenn Purdy is a certified business coach with over 35 years of experience in business ownership, training, coaching, and consulting. Throughout his career, Glenn has had the privilege of training and mentoring hundreds of thousands of individuals, including business owners, entrepreneurs, sales teams, and professionals from diverse backgrounds. He is the creator of Dovetail Circle, a strategic model for integrating marketing and sales systems that has generated hundreds of millions in revenue for clients. Glenn’s expertise has also led to significant reductions in marketing costs while increasing profitability for numerous businesses.
Known for his practical, results-driven approach to coaching, Glenn believes in leading by example. His coaching philosophy is built around three core principles: identifying the real needs of clients, building trust and value, and delivering tailored solutions that meet those needs. Glenn’s ability to simplify complex processes, combined with his passion for helping businesses grow, has made him a trusted advisor to countless clients. His mantra, “Teach someone how to fish – fish for a lifetime,” reflects his commitment to empowering others to achieve lasting success.
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Marijke van Holsteijn
Certified Business Coach
Darrick’s coaching philosophy centers around helping entrepreneurs create successful, sustainable businesses and guiding them toward a balanced and fulfilling business life. Darrick’s coaching philosophy centers around helping entrepreneurs create successful, sustainable businesses and guiding them toward a balanced and fulfilling business life.
Darrick’s coaching philosophy centers around helping entrepreneurs create successful, sustainable businesses and guiding them toward a balanced and fulfilling business life.Darrick’s coaching philosophy centers around helping entrepreneurs create successful, sustainable businesses and guiding them toward a balanced and fulfilling business life.
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Jason D’souza
General Manager
Jason D’Souza is a results-driven leader with over a decade of experience in direct sales across various industries. Before joining Avid ActionCOACH, Jason owned a marketing agency specializing in the fitness industry, where he developed a deep understanding of business growth and client success. His extensive background in sales, high-ticket sales, and management training, combined with his hands-on coaching experience, enables him to bring valuable insights and strategies to the businesses he works with.
Since joining Avid ActionCOACH in 2021, Jason has taken on the role of General Manager, where he oversees team coordination, coaching, and the success of the firm’s Business Growth Community. With a passion for achieving tangible results, Jason is dedicated to helping businesses thrive, ensuring that their growth is sustainable and impactful. His commitment to excellence and his relentless focus on delivering success are at the core of everything he does.
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Dave Robinson
Business Development Manager
Dave Robinson brings a unique and hands-on approach, drawing on a diverse background that spans entrepreneurship, sales, management, and education. His entrepreneurial journey began at 14 when he started his own lawn-mowing business. Over the years, Dave has held various roles, from revitalizing bread delivery routes to becoming the Regional Sales Manager for Weston Bakeries, where he won numerous awards for his achievements. His approach is hands-on and focused on understanding each business he works with by asking the right questions and getting involved in the day-to-day. Dave believes in empowering others by showing them the ropes, allowing them to take the lead, and guiding them through challenges.
In addition to his professional accomplishments, Dave has traveled to over 35 countries and is passionate about board games, escape rooms, and volleyball. With a degree in Math and Kinesiology from Simon Fraser University and a Health and Fitness Certificate, he combines his love for problem-solving with a focus on personal and professional development. His active involvement in industries ranging from insurance to teaching abroad showcases his adaptability and commitment to growth.
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Kari Harder
Marketing Manager
Darrick’s coaching philosophy centers around helping entrepreneurs create successful, sustainable businesses and guiding them toward a balanced and fulfilling business life. Darrick’s coaching philosophy centers around helping entrepreneurs create successful, sustainable businesses and guiding them toward a balanced and fulfilling business life.
Darrick’s coaching philosophy centers around helping entrepreneurs create successful, sustainable businesses and guiding them toward a balanced and fulfilling business life.Darrick’s coaching philosophy centers around helping entrepreneurs create successful, sustainable businesses and guiding them toward a balanced and fulfilling business life.
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Abigail Salido
Marketing & Events Coordinator
Darrick’s coaching philosophy centers around helping entrepreneurs create successful, sustainable businesses and guiding them toward a balanced and fulfilling business life. Darrick’s coaching philosophy centers around helping entrepreneurs create successful, sustainable businesses and guiding them toward a balanced and fulfilling business life.
Darrick’s coaching philosophy centers around helping entrepreneurs create successful, sustainable businesses and guiding them toward a balanced and fulfilling business life.Darrick’s coaching philosophy centers around helping entrepreneurs create successful, sustainable businesses and guiding them toward a balanced and fulfilling business life.
![Coach Andrew](https://avidactioncoach.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Coach-Andrew.png)
“Andrew has over 25 years of leadership roles nationally and internationally. Ready to grow?“
![Jason](https://avidactioncoach.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Jason.png)
“Jason is an enigma to the entrepreneurial world. Having spent years in sales and marketing developing himself to create a world of abundance through business re-education“
![Kari](https://avidactioncoach.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Kari.png)
A seasoned marketer, with over 10 years of success, she had danced with data, courted creativity, and navigated the ever-shifting tides of consumer behavior.
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“If you have been doing this by yourself, you don’t know what you’re missing. Marty will impress you.”