Meet our Leaders
Timothy Tiryaki, PhD - Founder
Gord Aker, MCC - Head of Coaching
Gord Aker, MCC - Head of Coaching
Timothy is a global expert at the intersection of organizational culture, leadership, and coaching, and a sought-after executive advisor.
As the Founder of Maslow Research Center, and author of the book "Leading with Culture", he pioneers a human-centered leadership philosophy. With previous work experience from Procter & Gamble, Intel, a
Timothy is a global expert at the intersection of organizational culture, leadership, and coaching, and a sought-after executive advisor.
As the Founder of Maslow Research Center, and author of the book "Leading with Culture", he pioneers a human-centered leadership philosophy. With previous work experience from Procter & Gamble, Intel, and Great Place to Work Inc., Timothy’s research-driven unique frameworks decode current leadership challenges and bring actionable insights.
Timothy has led culture transformation projects for Fortune 500 companies, culture merger projects, trained & coached leaders from large organizations including the Army Special Operations and the Marine Corps.
Timothy is an ICF accredited Professional Coach and holds seven coaching certificates in multiple coaching styles.
Timothy's client portfolio spans a wide array of industries, including MEC, Telus, Aviso Wealth, Doctors of BC, Darigold, Suncor, and esteemed institutions like the U.S. Military Special Operations Command and U.S. Marine Corps.
Gord Aker, MCC - Head of Coaching
Gord Aker, MCC - Head of Coaching
Gord Aker, MCC - Head of Coaching
Gord Aker is the lead coach for Maslow Research Center (MRC)’s leadership development and culture transformation projects.
Gord’s approach to leadership development is the result of a unique combination that includes a graduate degree in Aeronautical Engineering, over 25 years of organizational leadership experience, and over 17 years of
Gord Aker is the lead coach for Maslow Research Center (MRC)’s leadership development and culture transformation projects.
Gord’s approach to leadership development is the result of a unique combination that includes a graduate degree in Aeronautical Engineering, over 25 years of organizational leadership experience, and over 17 years of coaching people interested in exploring and realizing their full potential.
In working with Gord, clients can expect to be supported in discovering and understanding the narratives that result in various leadership behaviors, while at the same time being challenged to consider different perspectives that enable growth and improve overall leadership effectiveness. Gord is also passionate about helping leaders develop a compelling purpose or vision of the future that inspires both courage and commitment.
As an indication of his commitment to the Profession of Coaching, in 2023 Gord underwent the rigorous process of achieving the Master Certified Coach (MCC) designation with the International Coaching Federation (ICF) becoming one of approx. 1400 coaches worldwide to hold this credential. Gord also continues to pursue his interest in military history, technology, and education in his volunteer role as the Chair of the Board of Directors of The Military Museums Foundation in Calgary, Canada.
Gord and his wife of 35 years enjoy hiking in the summer, downhill skiing in the winter, and travelling in the shoulder seasons.
Coach Training and Credentials
- Master Certified Coach (MCC), The International Coach Federation (ICF)
- Certified Professional Co-Active Coach (CPCC), Coaches Training Institute (CTI), California
- Leadership Circle Qualified Practitioner
- Core Values Index (CVI) Certified Coach
- Myers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) Qualified Administrator