Yvonne Johnston is a Master Coach, business strategist, and inspirational speaker with over two decades of experience in advertising and marketing, including five years as Group Media Director at Ogilvy & Mather. As the founding CEO of Brand South Africa, she led the organization to international acclaim with the “Alive with Possibility” campaign.

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Since 2015, Yvonne has focused on her private coaching practice, Fast Forward Coaching, where she supports individuals and organizations in achieving clarity, rediscovering their vitality, and finding the courage to be true to themselves. Her training includes Consciousness Coaching, shadow work with Debbie Ford, Multipliers Leadership Development, and Emotional Freedom Technique.

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Yvonne's no-nonsense yet compassionate approach, combined with her ability to simplify complex situations, makes her a sought-after coach and speaker. She has addressed audiences at Harvard and the Daily Maverick Gathering, and has served on several boards, including the SA Tourism Board and Valued Citizens.

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Beyond her professional endeavors, Yvonne enjoys cooking, playing golf, and spending time with her two cats.