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Annie Wildermuth

Annie Wildermuth

PhD, PA-C, EM CAQ, RD, ACC
Leadership & Performance Coach | Speaker | Facilitator | Consultant

Annie Wildermuth is a certified Leadership and Performance Coach who works with a wide variety of individuals seeking clarity, confidence, and intentional growth. Her clients include healthcare providers, academic leaders, military officers and veterans, small business owners, athletes, and sports executives—though her approach is tailored to meet anyone navigating complexity, leadership, or high-performance environments.

Annie’s coaching is grounded in deep listening, directness, and compassion. She’s known for “shining the light on the unseen parts of the iceberg”—helping clients explore what lies beneath their challenges so they can make practical, informed, and authentic choices. A skilled thought partner, she supports clients in navigating risk, making high-stakes decisions, and moving forward with purpose and integrity.

Trained and certified through Brown University’s Leadership and Performance Coaching program, Annie combines her coaching with a rich professional background. She is an Associate Professor and former Assistant Dean with deep experience in higher education leadership, research, curriculum design, and admissions strategy. Her decades-long work in healthcare—as an emergency medicine Physician Assistant and Registered Dietitian—has given her an unshakable understanding of what it means to lead under pressure.

Annie is also a trained facilitator and trusted education consultant, sought after for her expertise in leadership development, holistic admissions, and medical education. She is nationally recognised for her career navigation workshops, which guide professionals throughout career and financial life stages. She regularly delivers keynote addresses, graduation speeches, and motivational talks for national organisations, universities, and leadership groups. Whether on stage or in a coaching session, she brings energy, insight, and a deep respect for the personal and professional journeys of others.

Annie’s approach is influenced by her own lifelong relationship with performance and resilience. She is a former NCAA Division I rower, world champion equestrian, and former student manager for the University of Connecticut Women’s Basketball Team. Today, she channels that same drive into Ironman triathlons, endurance running, and a thriving coaching practice. She is a dedicated wife and stepmom, daughter, friend, and colleague.

At her core, Annie helps people lead and live with more truth, clarity, and connection to themselves, their health, and to what matters most.

Peter Glynn

Peter Glynn

MS
Executive and Leadership Coach | Facilitator | Consultant

Peter Glynn is a certified executive and leadership coach who brings over two decades of high-stakes leadership, strategic thinking, and operational excellence to his coaching practice. A U.S. Naval Academy graduate with a degree in Systems Engineering, Peter began his career as a Naval Special Operations Officer. As an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) leader, he commanded joint-service teams through two combat deployments in Iraq, leading under pressure, managing risk, and training international military and law enforcement partners.

Peter’s leadership experience extends beyond the battlefield. Following his Naval service he completed his Master’s Degree in Security Studies at Georgetown University which led him to serve as a senior intelligence analyst at the National Counterterrorism Center. He currently leads and manages strategic technical programs at the U.S. Department of State where he directs an interdisciplinary team aligned with national security priorities. He is a trained facilitator who has led mission and vision, brainstorming, key assumptions, and other critical thinking sessions at all levels of the federal government.

Trained and certified as an executive coach through Georgetown University’s Institute for Transformational Leadership, Peter brings authenticity, empathy, and presence to his coaching relationships. He creates a grounded, nonjudgmental space where clients can unpack complexity, navigate change, and move toward meaningful, values-driven action. A multisport athlete and military officer, Peter understands the drive for performance, the weight of responsibility, and the importance of alignment between one’s inner and outer leadership. He excels at coaching clients facing decisions involving risk and navigating different stages of their lives and careers.

Peter is passionate about serving professionals across government, non-profits, law, healthcare, small business, and athletics—including attorneys, business owners, early career professionals, healthcare executives, sports executives, and athletes. His coaching is informed not only by his professional journey but also by his personal experience as a coaching client, having benefited tremendously himself.

Outside of coaching, Peter is a dedicated husband, father, an avid cook, and someone who finds joy in building community and helping others thrive in moments of transition and growth. His mission is simple: to hold the weight for others to lead with clarity, courage, and purpose.

Testimonials

  • “I’ve had the privilege of collaborating with Annie over the past year, and she has been an incredible resource. As I transitioned out of the military, she provided executive coaching that was invaluable. I can’t thank her enough for the guidance, support, and leadership she brings to everything she does.”

    Travis K, Former White House Medical Officer, Strategic Medical Planner, Individual Coaching Client

  • “First Road Leadership Solutions is an excellent leadership coaching and consulting firm! Like most senior managers and executives who seek guidance at some point in their careers, I needed professional coaching to help me “get through” my career transition. After completing a career that culminated in my position as a CEO, my lifework was done, my energy was depleted, and I was looking for a new start. Peter Glynn coached me on my self-reflection journey, helped me discover a new career, and gave me the spark I was looking for! It’s no exaggeration that my new thinking, leadership demeanor, and profession are the result of my work with Peter at First Road Leadership Solutions.”

    Individual Coaching Client

  • “Annie has a way of taking a seemingly unsolvable problem, and through sensitive questions, eliciting a solution that is both practical and inspiring. I don’t know if I could have made it through my unexpected transition to a leadership role without her.”

    Kerry B, Physician Assistant, Individual Coaching Client

  • “Annie was fantastic to work with. Her initial presentation was engaging and informative. She drew in our faculty. Annie was extremely patient and knowledgeable regarding the holistic admission review process and took the time to get to know us. She had evidence-based support for all she presented. Her proposals were thorough and highly relevant. Annie was readily available and willing to share her time with us when needed. Prepare to be amazed by her skills and innate talents.”

    Don M, Physician Assistant, Education Consulting Client

  • “Through several individual sessions, Peter helped me process what was truly important to me professionally. He was non- judgmental. He patiently allowed me to arrive at my own conclusions for my career growth. At the conclusion of my sessions with Peter, I saw not just one, but several paths forward! Not only did Peter coach me through a professionally challenging season, he also provided me with tools to use as I consider opportunities in the future. If you are someone who desires to meaningfully grow professionally but aren’t 100% sure of which opportunities to move forward with, I highly recommend executive coaching with Peter!”

    Clinical Director, MPH, Individual Coaching Client

  • “Annie's presence and guidance during our coaching sessions was really helpful to my growth into a new leadership role. We discussed a diverse range of topics, driven by my own goals for professional growth, but with her perspective and apt questioning consistently leading me to a place of clarity and realization. Difficult topics, such as giving and receiving feedback, emotional presence and intelligence, and aligning time with one's own mission and goals - her coaching allowed me to frame things differently and set realistic benchmarks for growth in these areas. I am really grateful for her time and energy.”

    Assistant Professor, Physician Assistant, U.S. Army Major, Individual Coaching Client

  • “Working with Annie has been such a game changer in my professional career. Within our very first session she'd picked up on things I had never considered, which ultimately helped me understand and overcome challenges in my role as director. She is warm and friendly, and so comfortable to work with, yet asks the deep and thought provoking questions, while also pulling from her own relevant leadership experiences. The impact has been long lasting as I find myself feeling more confident in handling tough conversations and decisions in my day to day work. Absolutely will recommend her to anyone who wants to take their career to the next phase!”

    Courtney T, Clinical Pathways Program Director, Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Individual Coaching Client

  • “Throughout my career, I've been consistently impressed by Annie’s exceptional abilities and dedication to the advancement of healthcare professionals. Her one-on-one coaching of my students has been invaluable to their success. I've also had the pleasure of seeing Annie engage with my peers on opportunities within Health Professions Education and speak at multiple national conferences. Her presentations on career literacy topics, leadership development, and emergency medicine are consistently engaging, insightful, and impactful. She is a true expert in her field and a deeply compassionate and supportive individual.”

    Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Air Force, Physician Assistant

  • “Dr. Annie Wildermuth brings a rare combination of deep expertise, sharp insight, and genuine warmth to every professional development workshop. Annie is not only an exceptionally skilled educator and facilitator but she's also a thoughtful colleague who models the very leadership principles she teaches. I’ve watched her empower health professions educators with clarity, confidence, and care.”

    Shaun L, Educator & Clinician

  • “Annie has a remarkable talent for empowering others and has significantly shaped my own career. I would not have had the professional success and personal fulfillment that I have today if Annie had not created a safe space for me to explore my own aspirations. I highly recommend working with her to anyone looking to elevate their leadership skills and career trajectory!”

    Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Air Force, Physician Assistant

  • “Annie was a fabulous coach; she provided insightful feedback, helped me develop realistic next steps, and created a supportive space to feel accomplished and empowered in where I am and where I am headed.”

    Alycia A, Women’s Leadership Fellow, Educator, Individual Coaching Client

  • “Working with Annie has been a steadying force in my growth journey. She brings a quiet groundedness and a clear, disciplined approach that helps me stay focused and accountable. Her consistency, deep listening, and ability to guide through thoughtful transitions – from feeling stuck to gaining forward momentum – make our session something I genuinely look forward to.”

    Sarah M, Leadership Coach & Entrepreneur

  • “As a federal senior executive at a career transition point, the road ahead was daunting. Annie helped me chart a path and define specific steps to take in resume review and networking to achieve the results I was looking for. She helped me stay accountable and authentic to myself and my values in the process. She also helped me successfully reframe my work history and accomplishments, giving me confidence in how to share and apply my work to new sectors. Annie is a thoughtful and supportive coach who helped me focus during an uncertain time.”

    Julie A, Federal Executive

  • “Annie was a highlight of my educational experience. She was clear, patient, and committed to helping us truly understand the material. She was also a strong advocate for our group—supportive, kind, and genuinely invested in our success.”

    Physician Assistant

  • “From the very beginning, Annie stood out as a intelligent, dedicated, and compassionate individual. Her empathy for others is deeply evident, as she had an extraordinary ability to truly listen and understand the needs of those around her. She is a brilliant clinician, an eloquent and inspiring educator, and is leaving a meaningful impact on the world.”

    Sarah C, Physician Assistant

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