Mission
Our mission is to create a world where people naturally contribute to one another, knowing that when we are in service to others we transform our own lives and the world around us.
The Gift is supported by four energetic, insightful contributors. Meet the Crew.
Matthew Ferry
Matthew is not your typical trainer. He is wild, fun, in your face and a catalyst for profound transformation for thousands of people, just like you, worldwide. He has been coaching, training and inspiring top performing people since 1993. His more then 8300 personal coaching clients include leaders in business… from global executives at esteemed companies like Goldman Sachs to cutting-edge entrepreneurs and sales people who were all seeking to breakthrough what had been stopping them from achieving happiness and success.
Thach Nguyen
As a realtor, developer and philanthropist Thach hopes to inspire and empower billions of people to reach for their dreams by sharing his life story and showing them that anything is possible. A Vietnamese refugee who once lived in a homeless shelter, Nguyen became a real estate agent with Windermere Real Estate in 1991. Through his legendary determination and persistent door knocking, he became one of Washington state’s top real estate producers. Nguyen later joined John L. Scott Real Estate where he sold more than 130 homes a year. He became a millionaire at age 27, three years ahead of his aggressive schedule. Today, he and his team continue to help families buy, sell and invest in real estate.

Marc Sachnoff
A serial entrepreneur and twenty year entertainment industry veteran, Marc has produced, written or directed over 150 hours of broadcast television including “Sesame Street’s 25th Anniversary,” the 10 hour “History of Rock ‘N Roll,” the 1993 Presidential Inaugural and has received numerous awards including two prime time Emmy nominations for his work. Marc is also a 25 year practicing Buddhist who has made it his mission to use the power of communication technology to improve the human condition.
Kristen Marie Schuerlein
As a vision translator, Kristen has been an expert at turning ideas into brands and businesses since 1996. She co-owns a graphic design and marketing strategy company whose clients include real estate developers, tech start ups and entrepreneurs in an array of industries. A walking medical miracle, she triumphed over Graves’ Disease in her early 30s and discovered a passion for inspiring people to build businesses that are rewarding financially, emotionally and spiritually. Known for her energy and drive, Kristen is an dynamic speaker, teacher and coach.
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