Andrea H. Hodge

Andrea H. Hodge was a Sergeant in the United States Army during the Vietnam Era, serving honorably from 1974 to 1982.

Ms. Hodge retired from Federal employment after 35 years of dedicated service as an HR Specialist to two Federal agencies. She provides life-coaching services, seminars, speaking regarding personal and professional growth, as well as leadership principles.

Ms. Hodge holds a Master’s Degree in Social Work and is a Certified Coach with the International Coaching Federation (ICF). She mentors, teaches and coaches using the John C. Maxwell system. Recognizing that people are naturally creative, resourceful, and whole; her passion is helping her clients become their best “them”.

She is a VIP Member of Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide, VIP Woman of the Year, National Association of Professional Women (Legacy Registry), and a Registered Delegate of the International Women’s Leadership Association.

Ms. Hodge reflects upon her experience in the military and says, “While serving, I was exposed to exceptional leadership. Promotions occurred not because of whom you knew, but because of your consistent efforts, leadership demonstration, professionalism, and preparedness. That type of leadership has become a novelty today, therefore, whenever I can, I show people that leadership is a fluid matter, not an event.”

Ms. Hodge facilitates leadership training and Mastermind Groups to promote personal development. When asked how she inspires others, she says “I ask clients what they want to be when they grow up and who do they have to be to accomplish that goal?” Based on their response we develop a strategy to achieve their goal. With encouragement, people move out of their comfort zones and start to stretch themselves. John Maxwell’s Law of the Rubber Band specifically states, “Growth stops when you lose the tension between where you are and where you want to be.”