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Our talented staff are specialized in helping bring CQ into a variety of fields and regions. Learn more about our staff below and schedule a time to meet with them! 

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Angela Addo

Client Consultant

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Carolyn Mimms

Vice President – Sales & Marketing

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Devon Sanabria

Public Events Manager

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Iva Jablan

General Manager – Europe & Middle East

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Kelsey Dery

Senior Client Consultant

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Polly Collingridge

Polly Collingridge

Senior Client Consultant

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William Belser

Client Relationship Coordinator

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Kelsey Dery

Senior Client Consultant

Cultural Intelligence Center

Kelsey is responsible for developing current relationships by matching and aligning client’s needs with appropriate solutions, demonstrating how the CQ Center’s research-based products and solutions can resolve their needs. She has a B.A. in Communications from Grand Valley State University and a background working with startup companies as well as experience working in the legal world. She currently resides in Cascais, Portugal with her husband and son


Polly Collingridge

Senior Client Consultant

Cultural Intelligence Center | Certifications: CQ Certification, Dev CQ Train the Trainer, & CQ for Teams Train the Trainer

Polly Collingridge is Senior Client Consultant in our UK subsidiary and has experience supporting Cultural Intelligence programmes for both private and public sector clients, including the NHS.

Before working for the Cultural Intelligence Centre, Polly was an independent intercultural trainer. She has also held sales and service delivery roles within global mobility and employee wellbeing, and ran the international rights department of the publishing company, Canongate Books, for over a decade. She has an MSc in Cross-Cultural Psychology and a degree in Italian and Spanish. Although she was born and (mostly) raised in London, she has also lived in Italy, Costa Rica, Mexico, and the USA.

Polly has always been fascinated by different languages and cultures – even teaching herself the basics of Esperanto at the age of 10! Polly is passionate about the role of CQ in helping us work towards a more equitable society in which we all understand each other a little better.


Iva Jablan

General Manager – Europe & Middle East

Cultural Intelligence Center

Iva is our General Manager for Europe and the Middle East. Iva is supporting our customers and certified facilitators in these regions, and she is responsible for all the operations of our EU-based office.

Born and raised in Montenegro, Iva was always curious about different cultures – so she left Montenegro when she was 18. She lived in Italy, then in France, and now she is located in, the Netherlands. Iva obtained her Bachelor’s Degree in International Economics, Management, and Finance from Bocconi University and her Master’s Degree in International Marketing and Business Development from Skema Business School. Her previous career was focused on Business Development and Account Management in Lighting and SaaS industries.

On a personal note, Iva is an animal lover who loves puzzles, board games, and video games. What she loves the most is spending time with her husband and her adorable dog Kobi.


Devon Sanabria

Public Events Manager

Cultural Intelligence Center

Devon M. Sanabria is the Public Events Manager at the Cultural Intelligence Center, where she combines a love for meaningful connection, and she brings a dynamic blend of leadership, creativity, and a passion for inclusive engagement to every event she coordinates. With many years of management experience, Devon has developed a reputation for thoughtful leadership and a focus on team leadership and operational excellence.

Currently pursuing her Bachelor of Science in Data Analytics and Project Management at Southern New Hampshire University, driven by a commitment to continuous learning and personal growth. Devon believes in leading by example and is dedicated to being the best leader she can be both professionally and personally.

Devon is also a proud mother to her daughter, Daviana, who inspires her daily. Family is at the heart of everything she does, and she cherishes time spent traveling, hiking, going to concerts, and making lasting memories with loved ones.


Carolyn Mimms

Vice President – Sales

Cultural Intelligence Center

Carolyn serves as the Vice President of Business Development with The Cultural Intelligence Center. With a proven track record of driving growth and cultivating strategic partnerships, Carolyn has spent the past decade immersed in the ever-evolving landscape of business expansion. Carolyn is known for her ability to build and nurture relationships, both internally and externally, fostering collaboration and driving mutually beneficial outcomes.

Carolyn is also deeply committed to mentorship and empowering others in the field of Business Development. She actively participates in industry events and workshops, sharing her expertise and insights to inspire the next generation of professionals, particularly at her alma mater, The University of Michigan in Ann Arbor.

In her free time, Carolyn enjoys working in her yard, traveling, and spending quality time with her daughter Morgan and mini dachshund Blake. She believes in the power of continuous learning and strives to stay at the forefront of industry trends and best practices.


William Belser

Client Relationship Coordinator 

Cultural Intelligence Center

Born and raised in Grand Rapids, Michigan, William has always sought to immerse himself in the diverseness of his hometown and the globe. He graduated in 2019 with a bachelor’s degree in global and international studies. After working in various industries over the years, joining The Cultural Intelligence Center was the ideal career change. It has enabled William to live out and advance some of his most important values on a daily basis.

In his free time William enjoys studying other languages, making music, taking naps and spending time with his family.


Angela Addo

Client Consultant

Cultural Intelligence Center

Angela Addo, MBA, MPH is a skilled business development professional with over 15 years of experience driving growth through strategic partnerships and innovative marketing strategies. She excels at managing complex partnerships, developing customized solutions, and fostering collaborations that align with organizational goals. Angela has a proven track record of leading efforts that enhance brand visibility, expand market reach, and improve client satisfaction across diverse industries.

With a deep understanding of the healthcare sector, Angela specializes in building partnerships that address social determinants of health and promote equitable access to care. Her expertise in creating impactful business development strategies has consistently contributed to organizations’ goals to achieve key business objectives and strengthened client relationships.


Anne Hack

Client Consultant

Cultural Intelligence Center

With well over two decades of experience leading teams in finance and insurance services, I made the leap to work in a field I am passionate about, cultural Intelligence. CQ does so much more for employers and their team members in the areas of attracting and keeping top talent. In today’s world, more than ever, businesses can benefit from our programs and build amazing, experienced teams that stay! I can help..

Born and raised in the Midwest, hailing from Southeast Michigan, I spent 20+ years in the financial services and insurance industries working with large and small companies and consumers. I co-created systems for employers and team members that encouraged meaningful conversations for alignment and retention. During this time, I was also the Lead Sales Advocate for the RISE platform, which I cofounded. RISE helped this organization become stronger during turbulent economic times like the pandemic and beyond. The program has grown and continues today, hosting annual summits and more, aligned with the organization it supports and continues to grow.

Accomplishments:
• Certified in Emotional Intelligence, Harvard Division of Continuing Education, Fall 2023
• Senior Director, Rocket Mortgage, May 2021
• Co-founder of Rise, team member platform, 2018-2025
• Entrepreneurial experience: Started and successfully ran my own business in 2008 to assist individuals and their employers retain health coverage during one of the worst economies in recent history; The market collapse of 2008.

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