Meet The Team
Misty Dawn is a 51-year-old Christian woman with compassion and a heart for empowering others. She has an education in Psychology and Interdisciplinary Social Science. Misty is a United States Marine Corp Veteran with a background in Finance. She is also a Retired Civilian Federal Service Agent from the Department of The Interior and Department of Energy where she served as an Executive Manager and EEO and Civil Rights Counselor.
Misty is also a licensed Massage Therapist and a certified Trauma counselor and has owned several businesses. Her businesses have included, “Happy Wellness” which was an Integrative Holistic Healing and Learning Center, and most recently, she has been divinely inspired to build and launch her very own Faith-based revolutionary brand as a Writer and Creative Designer.
Last but not least, Misty has been featured as an honoree in Empowered Magazine, She Wins Magazine, and has co-authored 3 International best sellers and is currently working on writing her solo book to tell her story which will encourage healing and transformation for others who have been through some of the same trials she has conquered because of her faith.
She is clothed with strength and dignity, and she laughs without fear of the future
~Proverbs 31:25
Tioshi Torrence Tioshi Torrence is the founder of The Burnout Clinic in Puerto Vallarta, where she helps professionals release stress and rediscover joy. She earned her undergraduate degree in Psychology from Eastern Illinois University and her Master’s in Counseling Psychology from the University of Illinois. Certified in couples counseling and sex therapy, she blends science with spiritual insight to create spectacular results in surprisingly short periods of time.
Caribbean-born and globally experienced in retreats across India, Thailand, France, and the U.S., Tioshi has spent the past five years leading international retreats, typically working with 15–20 couples at a time. A native English speaker who also speaks French and Spanish, she works fluidly across cultures, creating safe and empowering spaces for transformation.
Tioshi has always believed in physical fitness as much as mental wellness, encouraging clients to see mind and body as one. Known for her warm, direct, and transformative approach, she guides people to not only heal but to thrive in love, work, and personal fulfillment. She also collaborates with international retreats and wellness organizations, offering workshops that merge psychology, spirituality, and somatic healing. Her mission is to help people break free from burnout and disconnection so they can live with greater intimacy, purpose, and joy.
Kvon Tucker is the CEO and Founder of Consciously, a purpose-driven Executive and Leadership Coaching firm dedicated to helping leaders grow with clarity, freedom, and purpose. A Professional Certified Coach (PCC) with over 2,000 coaching hours, Kvon leads The Consciously Collective, a community of light-bearing leaders co-creating a world where every leader is free to live and lead with intention.
Kvon’s journey into leadership coaching began long before Consciously. Raised in Kansas and California, he grew up curious about human behavior and the ways people treat one another. That curiosity eventually led him to study Industrial-Organizational Psychology, launching a career in learning and leadership development. His early years at Southern California Edison ignited a passion for helping managers and leaders grow, which he deepened through facilitation, experiential learning, and coaching.
He went on to hold leadership roles at Netflix, Amazon, and Google, where he designed and led leadership development programs for managers and executives navigating hyper-growth and scale. Most recently, Kvon served as Head of Manager and Leadership Development for Google’s Recruiting organization. Across these roles, he discovered what became his life’s purpose: helping people grow through coaching.
Today, Kvon partners with senior leaders at some of the world’s most impactful companies—including Amazon, Google, Meta, Tesla, Netflix, and LinkedIn. His coaching blends organizational psychology, leadership science, and deep personal insight to help leaders expand self-awareness, align with their purpose, and create cultures of freedom and fulfillment. His guiding principle is simple: all I know is how to help people grow.
Beyond his work, Kvon finds joy in being present with his family. His “happy place” often looks like quiet Saturday morning conversations with his wife, playful moments with his daughter, or long walks connecting with loved ones. These values of peace, connection, and love ground his life and his coaching practice alike.
Michelle Lewis is the certified holistic integrative nutritionist for over a decade. She is a lifelong collegiate athlete who has taken her passion for wellness and optimization from the sports world, into the homes of busy families in the North bay area.
She does in-home cooking coaching and teaches how to use foods as medicine, and minimize environmental toxins impact to the body. Her job is to bridge the gap between information and integrations.
She specializes in detoxification, through clean food and clean cookware & using specific cooking techniques. She has a private practice, and is partnered with a non toxic cookware company working in the North & South Bay of California.
Javier Laval is a Silicon Valley-based entrepreneur and creative director known for founding Android Homme, a luxury men's sneaker brand launched in 2008. Under his leadership, the brand achieved global distribution and over $120 million in sales, gaining popularity among celebrities and fashion influencers. This success let to a successful exit and his foray into other fruitful ventures.
His early career included founding Truestar Media, a marketing agency that worked with major brands such as Nike, Boost Mobile, Usher, and more.
Most recently Javier has ventured into the health & wellness space with a new state of the art Luxury Boutique Boxing Gym based in Silicon Valley. Laval’s multifaceted career spans fashion, technology, and wellness, showcasing his diverse interests and entrepreneurial spirit.
Sean Ross-Elevana Retreats’ in-house fitness guru- Fitness Professional | Veteran | Transformation Coach is a U.S. Air Force veteran and nationally ranked NPC bodybuilding competitor who has dedicated his career to helping people transform their bodies and lives through fitness. With over a decade of experience as a certified trainer and group fitness specialist, Sean has worked in premier facilities across California, leading programs in strength training, TRX, and high-intensity boot camps. His clients range from everyday professionals to athletes, all of whom benefit from his disciplined, results-driven approach.
Sean’s philosophy is rooted in service and resilience—values forged during his military career and carried into his work as a coach. He has guided hundreds of clients to build strength, improve their health, and develop sustainable practices for long-term well-being. His own dedication to fitness has also earned him recognition on the competitive stage, where his discipline and physique have set him apart nationally.
Beyond the gym, Sean’s background in modeling and performance has given him a platform to inspire others, combining his presence on screen with his mission to promote wellness and transformation. Today, he continues to embody the balance of physical excellence and personal growth, showing others what’s possible when discipline meets passion.
Glenn Jones - VP of Sales for Elevana Retreats, is a committed and experienced Sales Dev professional who knows how to and LOVES connecting with people and helping companies TRANSFORM. He’s helped drive impactful results through his consultative style of selling. Whether he’s building pipelines, setting meetings, or closing deals, Glenn brings energy, curiosity, integrity and consistency to every opportunity.
He’s also a huge advocate for mental health and creating safe, honest spaces for others to grow. Outside of work, you’ll find Glenn hanging with family, watching anime or anything horror, gaming, or planning his next trip as he loves exploring new places and soaking up different cultures.
Yasmina Taher - Designer & High-Ticket Sales Executive
With a background in design and a keen eye for strategy and aesthetics, Yasmina brings creativity and precision into every interaction. At Elevana Retreats, she bridges her design expertise with her passion for high-ticket sales, building meaningful connections and guiding clients toward transformative experiences. Yasmina thrives on combining her creative mindset with her ability to understand client needs, ensuring every retreat journey is not only seamless but truly impactful.
Wesley is an AI Optimization Architect based in the San Francisco Bay Area, leveraging artificial intelligence to scout and engage potential clients with precision. A self-taught builder, he’s launched multiple personal projects and websites, blending automation with creative strategy. His enthusiasm for AI tools like Midjourney, Kling, Beautiful.Ai, and Gemini fuels his forward-thinking approach. Before pivoting into tech, Wesley spent over 15 years as a professional chef and worked in environmental services at a Bay Area hospital. He brings a hands-on ethic to every role, guided by his mother’s words: “Always do your best in everything you do.”
Christa Guglielmelli, co-founder of Elevana Retreats, has dedicated her career to curating unforgettable experiences that leave lasting impressions. From an early age, she recognized her passion for enhancing people’s lives through events. She earned a B.A. in Hospitality, Recreation, and Tourism with a minor in Women’s Studies in 2013, followed by an M.S. in Recreation Tourism in 2016. That same year, she achieved her Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) designation, solidifying her expertise in the industry.
Christa founded Magnetic Magnificent Events as a self-driven entrepreneur before graduating, turning her vision into a thriving business. She has orchestrated events ranging from intimate gatherings to large-scale productions with six-figure budgets, always delivering with meticulous attention to detail and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Her ability to craft seamless, memorable events has earned her a reputation as a leader in the industry.
Christa’s achievements have been widely recognized. She was named “Meeting Professional of the Year 2013-2014” by Meeting Professionals International, Northern California Chapter (MPINCC), following her “Meeting Professional of the 3rd Quarter” award in 2014. She was also honored as one of the inaugural '40 Under 40' award recipients by California State University, East Bay, and honored as a VIP Member for 2021 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication.
Beyond event planning, Christa is a sought-after speaker and trainer, delivering motivational seminars such as “Brand You: Learning How to Leave Your Mark and Lasting Impression to Increase Your Sales.” She has captivated audiences of up to 1,500 people, has been featured in multiple publications, and continues to share her insights as a content creator on YouTube through the Magnetic Magnificent Events channel.
With her passion, expertise, and relentless drive, Christa Guglielmelli continues to shape the event planning industry, helping clients and audiences alike create moments that truly matter.
Omari Williams, co-founder of Elevana Retreats —With over 20 years of experience in sales, leadership, and wellness, Omari has led million-dollar pipelines, launched innovative holistic products, owned and managed fitness centers, and developed holistic product lines, all while navigating personal challenges that became his most outstanding teachers.
After experiencing a painful divorce and family split, a spiritual awakening, and a caregiving journey with his aging parents, Omari stepped back to rebuild his life from the inside out. Therapy, faith, and a relentless pursuit of emotional accountability led him to create Elevana — a space where high performers could finally slow down, release the pressure, and reawaken their calling.
What makes Omari different is simple: he doesn’t lead from theory — he leads from lived experience.
Elevana Retreats are designed to go beyond spa and surface relaxation. They offer an immersive 5-day transformation ARC guided by expert facilitators, strategic dialogue, physical renewal, and faith-rooted clarity. With sessions like “The Temple Within,” “Faith Forward,” and “From Surviving to Designing,” Elevana helps attendees recalibrate their nervous systems, reconnect to purpose, and return home changed, not just rested.
Whether working with executives, corporate teams, creative founders, or soul-led seekers, Omari brings real strategy, real depth, and fundamental transformation to every session and facilitator.
His mission is simple: Building a legacy of restoration.
This getaway isn’t just a retreat brand. It’s a redemption mission, disguised as luxury” – Omari Williams, CEO, Co-Founder
Why Clients Trust Us
At Elevana Wellness Retreats, we believe that true transformation happens when expertise, passion, and purpose align. Our retreats are more than just getaways—they are carefully curated experiences designed to recharge, inspire, and empower teams to perform at their highest level.
With decades of combined experience in wellness, business development, and event curation, we bring a dynamic blend of leadership, strategy, and hospitality to every retreat.
Proven Expertise: Christa Guglielmelli, an award-winning event strategist and Certified Meeting Professional (CMP), has crafted unforgettable experiences that leave lasting impressions. Her meticulous attention to detail and deep industry knowledge ensures that every Elevana retreat is seamless, engaging, and results-driven.
Performance-Driven Leadership: Omari Williams, a seasoned sales leader, fitness expert, and former gym owner, has dedicated his career to helping businesses and individuals maximize their potential and improve mental health by way of fitness and all forms of self-love practices. His ability to merge corporate wellness activities with specialists who facilitate our workshops with your company will create a retreat experience that is both rejuvenating and impactful.
Tailored Approach: No two organizations or people are the same, which is why we customize every retreat to align with your company's culture, goals, and challenges and follow up for twelve months to ensure the tools are being used. Whether preventing burnout, enhancing team cohesion, or boosting productivity, etc, our retreats provide measurable results beyond the event.
Industry Recognition & Trust: From being named "Meeting Professional of the Year" to achieving record-breaking sales success, our track record speaks for itself. Companies trust us because we deliver—through innovative wellness solutions, expert-led sessions, and immersive experiences, emotional intelligence practices, for example, that foster long-term growth.
When you partner with Elevana, you're investing in a team that is deeply committed to your success—helping your people thrive so that your business can flourish and be prepared for any type of economy.