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Cindy Piva
B. Comm, CPLD, CPMBC
Cindy Piva, founder of Thrive Business Strategies, brings 30+ years of entrepreneurial experience. A Certified Master Business Coach, she helps leaders clarify goals, strengthen leadership, and drive growth. Cindy is a recognized coach, active community leader, and dedicated Rotary member who enjoys traveling, kayaking, and family time.
Anna Harrison
CPBC, CPLD
Anna Harrison brings 35+ years of business leadership experience, helping organizations and teams excel in strategic planning, leadership development, and growth. A PBCA-certified coach and past President of the Kamloops Chamber of Commerce, she enjoys traveling, reading, and spending time with family.
Cindy Piva
B. Comm, CPLD, CPMBC
Cindy Piva is the founder and owner of Thrive Business Strategies (est. 2009). She holds a Bachelor of Commerce from UBC, is a Certified Professional Master Business Coach (CPMBC), and a Certified Professional in Leadership Development (CPLD). Cindy is a founding member of the Global Alliance for Professional Leadership Development (GAPLD) and is certified in tools such as PBCA’s Business Operating System, Guerrilla Marketing, Everything DiSC, and Extended DISC.
With over 30 years of entrepreneurial experience, Cindy previously owned and managed Pineridge Golf Course for more than two decades before transitioning to coaching. For the past 15+ years, she has worked with business owners, CEOs, and leadership teams to align vision, enhance systems, and drive sustainable growth.
Her work has earned her several accolades, including PBCA’s “Coach of the Year – Western Region,” three Reader’s Choice Awards for Best Business Coach/Consulting Service, and finalist recognition in the Kamloops Chamber’s Business Excellence Awards.
Cindy is deeply involved in her community. She is the Past President of the Kamloops Chamber of Commerce and Kamloops West Rotary, serves on the Kamloops Hospice Association Board, and has trained over 2,000 leaders through Rotary’s President Elect Training Seminar. Her Rotary honors include Rotarian of the Year, the President’s Award, and the District Governor’s Citation for Distinguished Service.
In her free time, Cindy enjoys traveling, curling, hiking, paddleboarding, kayaking, and spending time with her husband and family.
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Anna Harrison
CPBC, CPLD
Anna Harrison is a seasoned entrepreneur with over 35 years of business experience. After successfully selling her business of 32 years, she transitioned into business and leadership coaching, working with business owners, nonprofits, and leaders to help them achieve new levels of success in both their professional and personal lives.
Certified by the Professional Business Coaches Association (PBCA) and a member of the Global Alliance for Professional Leadership Development (GAPLD), Anna specializes in strategic planning, leadership development, business growth, and implementing systems that build sustainable organizations.
Deeply committed to her community, Anna has served as President of the Kamloops Chamber of Commerce and played a key role in initiatives with the Downtown Business Association. She is also actively involved with the Marketplace Leaders Leadership Team, Motion Church Leadership Team, and Rotary, where she has held leadership roles such as Club President, Assistant District Governor, and Training Leader, facilitating leadership development for future presidents.
Anna’s contributions have been recognized with multiple awards, including PBCA Coach of the Year, Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year, Chamber of Commerce Businessperson of the Year finalist, Rotarian of the Year, Woman of the Year from the Business and Professional Women’s Association, and City of Kamloops exemplary award.
Outside of her professional work, Anna enjoys spending quality time with family and friends, traveling, and reading.