Aaren is an insightful consultant and inspirational presenter. He uses writing techniques to assist individuals and groups in planning for change and success. He has applied these skills in leadership and team building efforts with corporate, small business, faith-based, and international non-governmental groups.

At Team Builders Plus Aaren introduces training programs and products to companies that want to develop their managers and supervisors into leaders. His work with our online training and assessment tools business draws on years of experience in instructional technology.

He has produced a TV show on writing, managed multimedia exhibits on nonviolence, delivered multimedia job training programs, and helped develop an online appeals group for a health services corporation. Aaren also helped build and manage teams for fundraising, including a nine hundred thousand dollar campaign, for an international women’s rights organization.

Aaren is an invited speaker at colleges and conferences including Philadelphia’s Welcome America celebration. He is published in magazines and has appeared on NPR and regional TV broadcasts.

Bilingual, with an MFA in Writing from Vermont College, Aaren is the author of three books. His textbook, Poetry Across the Curriculum (Pearson Publishers, 1997) is widely used. Aaren is the recipient of a Writing Fellowship from the PA Council on the Arts.

You might be surprised to know that: Aaren and his wife are studying level IV Shambhala Warrior training. He has a yellow cord in the martial art Capoeira, is experienced in both Angolan and Regional forms, and plays all of the required instruments.

Andy Cohen
Director of Team Development

Andy values his Disney heritage and applies the philosophies and traditions he learned there in everything he does. Customer service is key and his motto is “you’re only as good as your word.”

In his role at Team Builders Plus, Andy develops relationships with clients, creates new team building activities and builds partnerships within the industry to offer the right program for our clients. Before joining Team Builders Plus, he successfully managed two Manpower Staffing branches in South Jersey, placing candidates in various position levels. Prior, he spent five years with the Walt Disney Company in Orlando, FL. As a Research Operations Manager, Andy honed his training and development skills by designing and implementing employee recognition programs and team building events.

Andy is an active member of the South Jersey Chapter of ISES. He earned his BA degree in Humanities at the University of South Florida. He was a member of a Walt Disney World Diversity Resource Group and has volunteered over 350 hours of service at Martin Memorial Medical Center.

You might be surprised to know that: Andy placed 1st in a nationwide make your own California Raisin contest when he was 14 years old (character featured on a tv commercial).

Rich Kolodgie, MBA
Director of Executive Development

Rich Kolodgie has 18 years experience in training and development in a broad range of positions including: Leading organizational development, curricula and operations management, consulting, training program facilitation, and executive coaching. Rich has led training programs in the areas of leadership development, consulting and negotiating skills, financial management and acumen, and interpersonal skills. Rich has coached Presidents and senior executives and has led training programs for people at all organizational levels. He has facilitated and consulted with thousands of employees throughout the world.

Rich brings 30+ years of diversified corporate experience, which includes 8 years with RCTaylor & Associates, 3 years with the Forum Corporation, and 20 years with the DuPont Company. Rich has an extensive corporate background as he has held management positions within human resources, finance, and strategic business operations.

Rich is proud of his role in assisting in the growth and development of HR professionals by operating as Executive Director and facilitator of the Executive Human Resources Forum (EHRF). The EHRF is an active network of top human resources personnel from companies in the greater Wilmington/Philadelphia region who meet regularly to benchmark and improve on HR strategy and business performance.

Rich has a B.S. in Business Administration from Bucknell University and a M.B.A. from Temple University. He has also instructed financial, strategic planning, and management courses at Immaculata University, and financial courses at Drexel University and the University of Delaware. Rich is an active member of the American Society of Training and Development and the Society of Human Resources Management. He is past President of the Caesar Rodney Rotary Club of Wilmington Delaware and serves on the Board of Operation Smile-Delaware Chapter.

You might be surprised to know that: Rich has been a Rotarian for over 10 years, and assisted with numerous community service endeavors in the Wilmington, DE area.

Dolores Woodington
Controller

Dolores strives for the best as she works daily on all aspects of Team Builders Plus accounting services. She brings over 15 years of diverse experience to the organization and each she serves as the financial backbone (and sometimes, voice of reason…hey, we’ve got a lot of enthusiastic trainers at Team Builder Plus). Our clients and vendors know Dolores for her speed and accuracy in submitting invoices, and providing payment. The Team Builders Plus staff truly appreciates her dedication and commitment for getting this right the first time.

You might be surprised to know that: When not crunching numbers for Team Builders Plus, Dolores can be found on the Cinnaminson softball field coaching her daughter, or showing houses to potential home buyers.

Cathryn Plum
Director of Administration

Cathryn takes pride in helping those around her to achieve success and lead enriching lives. Every day, she demonstrates what it means to have an indomitable. We’re still not quite sure how she does it, but we’re convinced she does the work of at least two people!

Cathryn is a gifted multi-tasker who works on administering online surveys, designing and maintaining Team Builders Plus websites, and coordinating all marketing efforts for the company. She serves as a vital link between Team Builders Plus and our clients through our bi-monthly OneTeam newsletter. If you haven’t seen it, check it out at add link.

Team Builders Plus staff and clients know her for her near-psychic ability to anticipate their needs and get things done even before they ask. Her attention to detail and caring personal service are one of the keys to the longevity of our client relationships.

From early on, Cathryn has been active in community service projects in her hometown. Cathryn’s compassion and empathy allow her to connect with all types of people.

You might be surprised to know that: Cathryn is an accomplished artist. Look for her at your next craft festival. She’ll be the one with all of the amazing hand-painted signs, vases, glasses, and ornaments.

Lesley Cruz
Learning & Development Coordinator

Lesley’s organizational and people skills are ideal for her to be the point-of-contact for many of our clients. At Team Builders Plus, we know that Lesley is the person behind-the-scenes who makes the trainers look good. But make no mistake about it…Lesley is a superstar.

Lesley helps our clients to coordinate program logistics, so when you get to your next Team Builders Plus training program and everything is just as you envisioned, don’t forget to send a note of thanks to Lesley.

Team Builders Plus trainers appreciate all of the work she does to prepare the materials for our training programs. Somehow, and the trainers are still trying to figure out how this happens, a bag containing workbooks and all of the materials for the next day’s training program, magically appears, just in time and ready to go. We think Lesley has something to do with it.

And if all of that was not enough, Lesley is our primary customer service representative who answers questions about the hundreds of products in our Teambuilding, Inc. Store.

You might be surprised to know that: During her time away from the office, Lesley can be found hiking or working on her photography or artwork.

Denise Mizzell
Learning & Development Coordinator

The dedication, enthusiasm and drive that Denise brings to the office each day is overwhelming. Clients know her by her friendly voice and helpful manner when they call Team Builders Plus Headquarters.

Denise wears many hats at Team Builders Plus. Denise coordinates all of our GeoQuest: High-Tech Treasure Hunt programs. Imagine programming 50 hand-held GPS units for a treasure hunt, prepping all of the clue sheets, and managing the logistics with the client. This role requires a meticulous eye and Denise makes it look easy. In addition, Denise administers all of our online profiles. So the next time, 75 people participate and our Why We Click with Some and Clank with Others program and need to take the DiSC Behavioral Profile prior to the session, then show up at the program with a personalized report, now that Denise made it happen. She also assists with program preparation as needed.

Denise is truly a team player that jumps in whenever she is needed.