Trusted by Leaders and Teams
The ar.io team generated TREMENDOUS value from our session with Whitney and the Brilliant People team! Thank you for creating such a comfortable and enlightening environment for us to collaborate and learn from one another. Looking forward to our next opportunity to take these skills and insights to the next level!
Ariel Melenedez,
Chief Technology Officer, Ar.io
Within our Team One program over the last few years, we have participated in multiple training events offered by Brilliant People™ and led by Whitney Nelson. All of the programs have served as highly effective starting points for various topics, encouraging participants to internally reflect first before determining how they most effectively engage with others. On multiple occasions, Team One members have referred back throughout our cohort work to the learning with Brilliant People™.
Kristina Snow,
Director of Talent Development
The Five Behaviors of a Team™ training has been life-changing for my team and for me personally as a leader. It has really helped me to SEE my team for who they are, accept our differences, and still find a way to work together really well. We are now able to talk through disagreements and express our thoughts or feelings that may go against what the group feels in a respectful way so everyone feels heard. This training provided a launchpad for establishing the rules of engagement, and with everyone putting forth the effort, there is no obstacle, challenge, or conflict that we cannot overcome together.
Erin Hudson,
Area Director Special Education, Round Rock ISD
Professional Praise
Whitney is systems-focused, thorough, and curious. She brought precision and vision to our warehouse systems project — improving efficiency for Trip Leaders, staff, and volunteers alike. She doesn’t shy away from tough conversations, and cares deeply about the outcome of her work on both the organization and the people behind it. Any team would be lucky to have her.
Brittny Stromme,
Program Director, Explore Austin
Whitney is a passionate, dedicated, well-organized, and people-focused individual and is an asset to any team. She is able to work with diverse groups of people and is a joy to be around — I highly recommend her to lead operational projects, increase community, and provide meaningful experiences.
Anitra Edwards,
Program Manager, Explore Austin
Whitney has an innate ability to connect with people at every level — from senior execs to junior staff — with warmth, respect, and openness. She fosters an environment of transparency and trust that invites honest communication and strong team cohesion.
As an operations leader, she demonstrates exceptional strategic and organizational skills. She streamlines systems, anticipates challenges, and implements smart, lasting solutions that drive team-wide success. Her calm, analytical approach to problem-solving and her commitment to continuous improvement consistently exceed expectations.
Whitney is the epitome of excellence in everything she engages with.
Leah Hill,
Adventure Guide | Coach | Leadership Professional
Whitney excels in operations management, systems creation, and people management. Her meticulous attention to detail ensures that every project is executed to the highest standard. She fosters collaboration, brings out the best in her colleagues, and consistently earns the respect and trust of those around her. She is both personable and strategic — able to build strong relationships with clients and team members alike, while driving projects forward with clarity and purpose.
Brettne Shootman,
Co-Founder, Brilliant People
Whitney is both operationally sharp and deeply committed to cultivating a positive, collaborative workplace culture. She’s process-driven, detail-oriented, and always seeks to understand the ‘why’ behind what she’s building. During a pivotal season of change, she supported our team with efficiency and care — and I don’t know where we’d be without her.
Amber Gray,
Founder, Trusty Oak