OUR EXPERTISE
The measure of quality of any business or organization can readily be found by examining the way it supports, develops, and motivates its people.
Marc Celentana, Ph.D., PCC
For over 20 years, Marc has provided a range of high-value, strengths-based solutions to non-profits, privately-held and entrepreneurial- and family- oriented businesses. He provides high-touch personal service to align mission, vision, values, financial goals, and strategy, with every organization’s most valuable assets, i.e., people, to supercharge growth and development. Marc possesses particular interest and expertise in helping ownership groups, leadership teams, and boards of directors connect, clarify, and commit to one another and the common interests of the organization, particularly during times of transition.
Operating from a psychological perspective while employing coaching and management best practices has earned Marc trusted advisor status in a wide range of organizations and industries, including but not limited to: construction; law; pharmaceutical and life sciences; finance and accounting; design; engineering; insurance; education; social justice; homeless and community services; and, regional and national non-profits.
Marc holds a B.A. in Economics from Franklin and Marshall College and a Ph.D. in Psychology from Miami University and completed advanced clinical training at Emory University School of Medicine. Marc is a credentialed Professional Certified Coach (PCC) with the International Coaching Federation (ICF), In 2022, Marc served as President of ICF New Jersey Charter Chapter, a 575+ person professional organization representing the holistic needs of NJ-based coaches. Previously, he served as a member of the faculty at Manhattan College and Princeton University. He is a NJ licensed psychologist who maintains a small but active caseload of college-age and early career professionals navigating issues related to work, relationships, anxiety, and depression. To learn more and connect, please visit LinkedIn Profile.
Our Approach and Philosophy
Propel + Excel is a person-focused practice committed to empowering individuals, teams, boards of directors, and organizations to optimize performance, increase engagement, and create extraordinary workplaces. We believe that by leveraging the strengths of each individual, we create a more productive and fulfilling work environment for everyone. Our philosophy is based on the following principles:
- People are our most valuable asset. We believe that people are the heart of an organization and are its most valuable asset. By investing in the development of our people, we can create a more engaged and productive culture.
- Strengths-based approach. We believe that everyone has unique strengths that can be leveraged to achieve extraordinary things. We take a strengths-based approach to coaching and consulting, creating safe and brave spaces where our clients identify and develop their strengths and reach their full potential
- Collaboration. We believe that collaboration is critical for success. We work with our clients to increase insight into individual strengths and group dynamics in order to build strong teams that are able to connect and work together effectively.
- Accountability. We believe that everyone is accountable for their own success. We help our clients set clear goals and strategies for measuring progress, so that they can stay on track and achieve desired outcomes.
