People
Erek Ostrowski, Founder and Director

Erek Ostrowski is the founder and creative force behind Verve Coaching. Originally from Rochester NY, Erek has over 10 years of professional experience coaching people and organizations to achieve diverse goals and produce unprecedented results.
His broad and extensive coaching background includes training and mentoring from some of the most highly respected coaches and coaching institutions in the world. As a former student and practitioner of Chinese Medicine and Japanese Acupressure, Erek brings a unique and holistic perspective to his coaching practice, which is based in Boston, MA.
Erek’s distinct coaching methodology is characterized by his acute listening skills and his ability to move easily back and forth between the big picture view and the smallest details. Clients describe his coaching style as clarifying, enlightening, challenging, and deeply rewarding.
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“Erek sees past your fears and concerns and gets to the heart of what you care about and are committed to. He lovingly guides you through what you think is important so that in the end, you have the tools to actually be happy in your life, no matter what the situation.�
“Erek is an amazing human being. I mean that sincerely! The things I most admire about him are his honesty, integrity, and creativity.”
“Erek is precise and methodical in his teaching method, while encouraging and empowering my own creative development.”
“Erek always offers really sound advice that obviously comes from a deep understanding of his subject matter.�
Kelly Schauf, Coach and Consultant

Kelly Schauf is a professional coach and consultant with over 8 years of experience. Originally from Buffalo NY, Kelly has worked successfully with both individuals and groups, helping them achieve a diverse range of goals and objectives.
As a result of working closely with top professionals in the personal development field for several years, Kelly’s approach to working with clients is light and easy, while also powerfully focused on making a difference.
Currently based out of the NYC area, Kelly specializes in team building and the relational dynamics of organizational culture. His coaching has been regarded as highly effective, creative, intuitive, and direct.
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“Kelly brings humor to his no-nonsense coaching. Just when you start getting too serious about your to-do list or missed accomplishments, Kelly is there to infuse some light-hearted laughter that is always followed by direct, dead-on coaching that frees you up to get back in the game.�
“He has the power and freedom to say anything no matter how hard it may hit you, and sticks with you to sort it all out.”
“Kelly is a man with great magnetic enthusiasm and intelligence. He gives great courage to those he coaches. He is blunt and forthright, as well as great fun.”
“He is very creative and clever. He is a great coach who really pulls forth the essence of an authentic self.�








