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‘Honor who you were in the past – it helped mold who you are today.’
~ Michelle Marie King

About Positive Presence

Since 2016, Positive Presence Global (PPG/Positive Presence) has created an international movement made up of hundreds of students, ages 10 to 28+. We’ve completed over 10,000+ hours of coaching and we’ve reached our greatest milestone yet by becoming the largest mentor-coaching company in North America for the next generation.

Our passionate mentor-coaches and S.E.L.F curriculum awaken the energy within each student to begin a life-long journey of discovery and self-mastery. The definition of Positive Presence is ‘the confident state of existing’ — and that’s what we strive for every day. Through skill-building, honest reflection, and planning, we believe everyone can live a confident, positive life.

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What We Do

Since our inception, we have been recognized as ‘one of the most innovative life coaching companies of our time’ – an accolade we don’t take lightly.  We strive to provide the most responsive and personalized mentor-coaching experience available.

Our Mission

To give the next generation the support that they desire without any of the barriers and limitations of traditional, face-to-face coaching services.

Our exclusively virtual presence allows us to partner mentor-coaches to students around the globe to ensure a balanced partnership. Coupled with our Positive Presence S.E.L.F. Philosophy, 24-hour access to a private mentor-coach, and a personally curated library of tools and resources – our support is second-to-none. 

We foster a culture of dedication to personal growth and service to others in our mentors and mentees alike to make a much-needed difference in today’s society.

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‘I’ve been with Positive Presence for two years and I’ve fallen in love with the program and everyone in this family! It’s helped me so much with my confidence issues! It’s changed my life. Thank you!’ ~ Elisa / Student

Who We Work With

We work with the next generation, who are in a unique position in life when it comes to engaging their best selves. Constant change, along with a sometimes overwhelming number of possibilities, allows the next generation to take bold action that can put them on a positive path for life.

Whether you are the over-achiever, the master slacker, the lonely one, the cool kid, the teen mom, the young entrepreneur, or anyone in-between, we believe that you have what it takes to engage and ignite your S.E.L.F to become the best version of you.

We truly feel that everyone is born with the tools to achieve a positive and fulfilling life; our job is to help you discover these tools and show you how to use them. Working with a Positive Presence mentor-coach will help you to discover the positive presence within you so you can share that radiant, positive light to inspire others and change the world around you.

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Why We Work

Our life coaching and mentorship programs strive to eradicate insignificance by helping our students discover their unique obstacles, strengths, opportunities and passions. We ensure that each one of our students identifies their own personal values, and understands how to live a life that is congruent to those values.

We support each student in becoming more aware of their own personal power and provide the tools and resources to help them learn how to control that power. We strive for each student to become a more positive individual and encourage them to practice positivity in all aspects of their lives.

We give our students permission to practice authenticity, resiliency, goal-setting, self-acceptance and a variety of personal discovery techniques – all while creating a positive driven life. We facilitate coaching in all aspects of life from emotional intelligence and awareness to time management and budgeting techniques.

We believe that we all must love and accept all aspects of ourselves in order to find our own Positive Presence!

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How Our Mentees Benefit

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Our goal as a company is for the next generation to engage in meaningful conversations that help them uncover SELF Empowerment, SELF Reliance, SELF Esteem, and SELF Confidence. Our patented S.E.L.F. model is built of four layers that form our individual identity and require focused, purposeful attention to activate — Soul, Energy, Love & Fulfillment. This self-focused proprietary system helps mentees become masters of each area. Through S.E.L.F., everyone has the potential to become the best version of themselves and live a purposeful life filled with valuable potential.

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Soul

- Your True Purpose

(S)OUL

We help mentees build a connection and relationship to their soul from the inside out. With this powerful soul connection, mentees will begin to see themselves for more than just their physical body, titles, jobs, relationship status, finances, or materialistic items. Discovering the soul is the first step in identifying one’s true purpose, passions, and what the mentee wants in life beyond just their physical presence.

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Energy

- Energy That is Within You

(E)NERGY

Energy is a fluid and precious resource that we must protect and nurture. Everyone has the energy to accomplish everything they desire in life - money, relationships, peace, happiness, success, recognition, information, etc. Once a mentee identifies what desires are most important, they will start to see that there is always enough energy to get where they need to be.

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Love

- Looking Inward First

(L)OVE

Love is one of the most powerful sources of energy that we have at our disposal. We teach our mentees to turn that love inward and learn to love themselves. When this happens, that energy becomes a catalyst towards positive action and change. Seeing the world through a lens of Love will help positivity become a natural belief for mentees and those around them.

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Fulfillment

- Focusing on What You Need

(F)ULFILLMENT

After Soul, Energy, and Love are mastered and understood, we move to Fulfillment. Fulfillment is how mentees put these skills to use in everyday life. We all have an innate ability to feel fulfilled, but finding this feeling is a personal journey with many challenges. PPG’s mentor-coaches help provide meaningful and customized steps towards achieving fulfillment in everyday life.

‘Love what you do and you’ll never be afraid to jump.’
~ Michelle Marie King (Positive Presence Founder)

Our Standard of Service

At Positive Presence we believe that each individual deserves a mentor-coaching program that is as unique as they are. In that sense, there isn’t just one Positive Presence mentoring program, there is a different, personalized version for every individual we work with while still maintaining our core coaching pillars:

‘I am so moved with the way the Positive Presence coaches have reached my beautiful daughter Emma, they took their time talking to her, and genuinely connected with her. I have not seen my sweet girl smile as much and as long as my daughter has through this coaching… I cannot thank you enough!’ ~ Deanna (Mother)

About Our Founder

Michelle Marie King is a visionary leader, passionate advocate, and the driving force behind Positive Presence Global’s transformative mission. With an unyielding commitment to making a lasting impact on the lives of teens and young adults.

Michelle’s journey began with a deep-seated aspiration to create a world where teenage suicide is eradicated by 2035. Her profound understanding of the challenges that young individuals face in today’s complex world has fueled her determination to provide them with the tools and support they need to thrive.

Michelle’s background in life coaching, positive psychology, and her genuine empathy have led her to create Positive Presence Global, the largest life coaching company for youth nationwide. Her unique approach combines expertise with a heart-centered dedication to nurturing resilience, self-empowerment, and a positive mindset.  Through her innovative coaching methods, she empowers the next generation to overcome obstacles, discover their authentic selves, and lead purposeful lives. 

Michelle’s visionary leadership has created a ripple effect of positive change, fostering a community where young minds can truly flourish. Her unwavering commitment to creating a brighter future for our youth has made her an inspiring role model and a beacon of hope for generations to come.

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From a Parent

To Whom It May Concern,

We could not be happier with the results we have been seeing in our young adult. Positive Presence has helped not just our young adult, but our family. We have been able to move from “rules to relationship” with her. Positive Presence is the voice we needed to help her move into Adulting 101 and for us to move into having a healthier relationship with her. 

I am absolutely thrilled!

I see her thriving, smiling and laughing much more. She is developing an awareness of money management and budgeting. She is setting healthy boundaries for herself and towards others. She is becoming more balanced emotionally and mentally. Her coach has helped minimize our young adults feeling of being overwhelmed with a new life of adult responsibilities. She is providing our young adult with life skill tools on how to manage everyday life.   We could have said it all, but hearing it from a Positive Presence coach has been a game changer. Positive Presence is the objective voice that helps supports both client and family.

The Positive Presence coach is available to her and to me. I receive return calls or texts within a few hours. We work  together on helping our young adult be the best version of herself. Every penny spent has been a true investment with 100% return. 

Lastly, are so grateful to Positive Presence for skillfully matching up our young adult with her coach. It was a perfect fit. We see the caring relationship between the two of them. They were carefully paired and it shows.  

I understand the need for constructive criticism however, really, we have not had a bad experience from any aspect of Positive Presence. The coaching, the intake, the financial aspect has all run smoothly. We have nothing to critique and I do tell people about our positive experience with you. You have been a God sent!

Thank you, Positive Presence, for helping us launch our young adult out into the world with continue success. You are truly part of our village and we look forward to seeing what this new year brings.

Blessings,

Adrianne

Positive Presence Corporate Team

Michelle Marie King

Founder & Visionary

Bio:

Michelle Marie King is the Founder and CEO of Positive Presence Global and the driving force behind the company’s grand vision: to eradicate teenage suicide globally by 2035 through proactive mentorship, emotional intelligence, and human connection. As CEO, Michelle holds both the heart and the horizon of the organization. She is responsible for continually moving the company forward – strategically, culturally, and operationally – ensuring that every brand, program, and initiative aligns with the long-term mission of reaching youth and families before they reach crisis.


Michelle oversees the evolution of Positive Presence’s ecosystem of services, intentionally designed to support individuals across the full lifespan. From mentor-coaching for teens and young adults, to Degree in Me for groups, to retreats and immersive experiences, and strategic B2B partnerships that bring services into historically marginalized and underserved communities – each pathway exists to expand access, deepen impact, and close the gaps where support is needed most.


She works closely with the Corporate Leadership Team to guide brand strategy, demographics, and outreach models, ensuring Positive Presence can serve individuals across all socioeconomic backgrounds – from private-pay families to nonprofit and community-based partnerships – without compromising care, quality, or integrity.


At the core of Michelle’s leadership is her belief that the first point of connection matters most. She remains deeply invested in shaping the client and family experience, viewing enrollment not as sales, but as a sacred entry into trust, safety, and transformation. Every system, message, and process is designed to feel human, intentional, and values-led. In addition to leading the company’s strategic vision, Michelle remains actively engaged in client and family relations to ensure alignment, care, and continuity across all services.

Favorite Mindfulness Techniques:

Listening to positive music – anything with a good message brings me back to my center instantly and reinforces my positive thinking.

A Fun Fact:

Before becoming a CEO, I was an international runway model.

State: Minnesota
Email: michelle@positivepresenceglobal.com

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Cheyanne Peters

Coaching Director

Bio:

Coaching Director and Mentor-Coach with Positive Presence Global, Cheyanne has been with our team since June of 2020. Cheyanne found her passion for mentoring while studying Psychology and Applied Behavioral Science at the University of Kansas. During this time, she had an opportunity to facilitate the Douglas County Youth Services Mentoring Program at the local Juvenile Detention Center as well as observe one of her Doctorate professors’ weekly Addictions Group Therapy. She has successfully helped her students find healthy lifestyles, overcome the challenges that transitions can bring, and understand the importance of living mindfully.

Cheyanne strives to show up for her students as the unbiased, non-judgmental, peaceful presence she wishes she had throughout high school and college while she was experiencing everything but peace. As a cheerleader from ages 6 – 18, she has the innate ability to show up encouraging, energetic, and empathetic. Her themes in sessions include mindfulness, creating movement, and motivation vs consistency.

Favorite Mindfulness Techniques:

Mindful walks & guided breathing exercises / meditations. Checking in with all 5 senses while being in nature reminds me to live in the now and focusing on my breath brings me to a place of peace.

A Fun Fact:

I own two rare dogs; one Dalmatian & one Dachshund-Labrador mix

State: California
Email: cheyanne@positivepresenceglobal.com

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Mira Smith

Membership Director

Bio:

Mira originally from Virginia, is based in southern Louisiana, where she has lived for most of her adult life. Known for her empathy and ability to truly meet people where they are, she brings a thoughtful, grounded presence to her work by listening deeply, offering new perspectives, and showing up in ways that create real impact.

Outside of coaching, Mira enjoys staying active through Pilates and running and is currently completing her training to become a yoga instructor. She loves spending time with her fiancé and dog, going on long walks, listening to music, and especially attending live music events whenever she can. Cooking new recipes is another favorite pastime, serving as both a creative outlet and a way to slow down and recharge.

Mira prides herself on being adaptable, authentic, and courageous, and she strives to cultivate those same qualities in the students she works with. She is passionate about helping students step fully into their power and recognize the gifts they possess, while shedding the layers that keep them from seeing who they truly are at their core. Through her work, Mira guides individuals toward radical self love and self acceptance, believing these to be among the most valuable gifts we can give to ourselves and to those around us.

Favorite Mindfulness Techniques:

Hot showers. For me, water has a cleansing, grounding quality, especially when I feel overwhelmed or stuck in an emotion. A quick shower or a dip in the pool or ocean helps bring me back to center and allows me to approach whatever is in front of me with greater clarity.

A Fun Fact:

I am a portrait photographer in my free time!

State: Louisiana
Email: Mira@positivepresenceglobal.com

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Lori Hinker

Learning & Development Director

Bio:

Learning & Development and Mentor – Coach with Positive Presence Global, Lori Hinker has been part of the Positive Presence Global team since 2024. She graduated summa cum laude from The College of St. Scholastica in Duluth, Minnesota, earning a degree in Theology and Religious Studies while also studying psychology.

Lori brings nearly two decades of experience working with young people. She served as a youth minister for a Catholic church and school from 2007 to 2025 and as a middle school religion teacher from 2017 to 2025. Throughout her career, Lori has been deeply committed to supporting students as whole people—emotionally, mentally, spiritually, and socially.

She has extensive experience walking alongside students as they navigate challenges such as body image concerns, eating disorders, self-worth, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and more. Lori meets students exactly where they are, offering a space rooted in compassion, trust, and non-judgment. She is known for going above and beyond not only for her students, but also for their families, believing that true growth happens within supportive communities.

Lori sees each student she works with as a reflection of herself and finds her greatest joy in witnessing their transformation—when they begin to recognize their own strength, reclaim their voice, and step into their power to grow and change.

Favorite Mindfulness Techniques:

Long walks/hikes on Minnesota trails with her dogs and husband, intentionally disconnecting from electronics to fully be present with nature. Her mornings often begin with movement, followed by time in prayer and journaling, creating space for reflection, intention, and gratitude.

A Fun Fact:

I have lived in Pennsylvania, Alabama, North Carolina, and now Minnesota!

State: Minnesota
Email: Lori@positivepresenceglobal.com

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Jill Gabbert

Partnership Director

Bio:

As Relationship Manager with Positive Presence Global, Jill focuses on building meaningful, mutually beneficial relationships that expand Positive Presence’s reach and impact. She works closely with schools, nonprofits, cities, faith communities, sports organizations, and businesses to understand their unique needs and explore how Positive Presence can best support the youth and young adults they serve.

Jill is deeply passionate about connection and collaboration, and she approaches relationship-building with authenticity, care, and long-term vision. In addition to cultivating new partnerships, she supports strategic collaborations with aligned professionals such as therapists, college advisors, tutors, and other youth-serving organizations to ensure families have access to well-rounded support.

When Jill first learned about Positive Presence Global, she immediately recognized how impactful this kind of mentorship would have been during her own formative years—an understanding that fuels her commitment to the mission today. She believes strongly in the power of self-awareness, self-compassion, and personal growth, and is energized by helping others feel seen, supported, and empowered.

Favorite Mindfulness Techniques:

Deep breaths. Stopping to appreciate the natural wonders of this amazing Earth. Taking the time to pause and reflect on my gratitude for experiencing another healthy day with my amazing family.

A Fun Fact:

I lived in Sydney, Australia for 6 months in college.

State: Minnesota
Email: Jill@positivepresenceglobal.com

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Eduardo Sedano

Finance Director

Bio:

Finance Director and Controller for Positive Presence Global, Eduardo Sedano joined our team in February 2025. Eduardo found his passion for finance during his time at the University of Minnesota Twin-Cities where he studied Applied Economics. Coming fresh out of college, he was looking for the right opportunity to start his career in the finance field. Originally joining as a bookkeeping assistant, his position quickly grew into controller and finance director. He fully stepped into this role in March 2025 and was pivotal in helping to run the company’s finances efficiently and economically.

His perspective and groundedness were especially important as we continue to grow every year. Eduardo constantly strives to operate from a place of integrity and honesty, which he knows is crucial to building a company with ethically and morally sound financial decisions.

Favorite Mindfulness Techniques:

Eduardo’s favorite mindfulness practice is mindful breathing. When you are feeling stressed or anxious, breathe in for four seconds, hold it for four seconds, and then exhale for four seconds. This helps focus on your breathing and can help calm nerves.

A Fun Fact:

I love playing and watching basketball. Go Timberwolves!
 

State: Minnesota
Email: eduardo@positivepresenceglobal.com

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Alexa Effio

Executive Assistant

Bio:

Mentor Coach and Executive Assistant at Positive Presence Global, Alexa works closely with students, leadership, and the company’s founder to support both personal growth and organizational alignment. Since joining the team, she has played a key role in strengthening internal systems while guiding students through Empower and Onboarding experiences that build clarity, confidence, and forward momentum.

As a Mentor Coach, Alexa supports students in moving from chaos to direction by helping them identify patterns, build emotional awareness, and develop sustainable habits that align with their goals. Her coaching style blends structure with creativity and emphasizes mindfulness, emotional boundaries, and self-trust, allowing students to feel supported without feeling overwhelmed.

In her role as Executive Assistant, Alexa partners closely with leadership to streamline communication, enhance systems, and build scalable processes that support Positive Presence’s continued growth. She is detail-oriented, grounded, and deeply committed to being a steady, supportive presence for both students and the leadership team. Alexa believes that clarity creates confidence, and that when people and systems are aligned, meaningful growth follows.

Favorite Mindfulness Techniques:

I use mindful pauses, breath awareness, and boundary-setting practices to stay connected to myself while in relationship with others. Learning to care without carrying allows me to remain grounded, compassionate, and emotionally safe.  

A Fun Fact:

I enjoy reading the last sentence of a book before starting the book.

State: Minnesota
Email: Alexa@positivepresenceglobal.com

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Jessica Waugh

Special Projects Director

Bio:

Jessica has roughly 20 years of experience in the food and beverage industry, curating premier wine programs in Las Vegas and developing educational programs for the largest beverage distribution company in North America. In 2022, Jessica altered her focus and is now utilizing her educational, management, and organizational skills to positively impact others on a grander scale. She is now developing multiple modalities focused in emotional intelligence, executive functioning, meta-learning, and positive psychology for struggling teens and young adults.

Favorite Mindfulness Techniques:

Meditating with sound bowls!

A Fun Fact:

I was the architect for my grandmother’s house

State: Nevada
Email: Jessicaw@positivepresenceglobal.com

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Missy Vandenheuvel

Sales Manager

Bio:

Missy is a revitalized mother of two teenagers who understands the resilience it takes to raise children in the midst of a global pandemic. She is a passionate mentor because she recognizes there isn’t nearly enough support for the overwhelming number of people silently struggling. Her sincere and compassionate personality is what makes her thrive as a coach and a leading member of our company. As our Sales manager she recognized that her role is to listen and learn as much about your child (or yourself) as possible. While listening, I am identifying a mentor coach that I believe your child will not only like based on their personality, but also one who has experienced and overcome similar pain points, and areas of opportunity, optimizing relatability. Ultimately, setting your child up for growth and fulfillment socially, mentally, and physically. 

Favorite Mindfulness Techniques:

My Favorite Mindful technique is to Shifting Thought Patterns by focusing on the Grounding Technique. Starts with a big belly breath in. Then, you tap into your 5 senses, to quickly and effortlessly shift your current focus. Choose a sense- any sense, and count down from 5 (order or senses can be altered): 5 things you see, 4 things you smell, 3 things you feel, 2 things you hear, 1 thing you taste.

A Fun Fact:

 I travel to Florida from Wisconsin 3-4 times a year, and we plan to relocate somewhere with the state in 1.5 years. I’ve been dreaming about this since I first saw the ocean at the age of 14 years old. 

State: Wyoming
Email: Missy@positivepresenceglobal.com

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