The People, the Purpose & the Perspective
Explore a practice shaped by experience, empathy, purpose, and belonging.
Where Leadership Meets the Whole Person
Founded by husband-and-wife team Angela H. Woods and Daemon S. Woods, Woods Wellness brings together executive leadership, organizational expertise, coaching, and holistic well-being to help people and organizations grow with greater intention. We believe well-being isn't separate from leadership. It is part of what makes sustainable performance possible.
Angela H. Woods, JD, MBA, ACC
Angela is a seasoned executive leader, strategist, advocate, and coach with 20+ years of leadership experience across for-profit and nonprofit organizations. As founder and CEO of Woods Wellness, she leads an integrative executive coaching and well-being practice focused on helping leaders optimize performance through the intersection of leadership development and holistic wellness.
A passionate advocate for girls and women, Angela believes in creating pathways for equitable access. Her leadership journey includes 12 years as CEO of two Girl Scout councils—Girl Scouts Hornets’ Nest Council in Charlotte, North Carolina, and Girl Scouts Heart of the South in Memphis, Tennessee—where she led transformational growth and organizational excellence.
She also brings 15+ years of C-suite experience with United Way organizations in Washington, D.C., and Charlotte, leading critical functions across governance, finance, legal and risk management, human resources, and technology. She previously served as an Independent Director of Mtrade, and board secretary further strengthening her experience in corporate governance and strategic leadership. Earlier in her career, Angela practiced law and served as a relationship manager at Bank of America, building a strong foundation in legal strategy and financial services.
Angela holds a Juris Doctor from the University of Georgia, an MBA in Finance from Clark Atlanta University, and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Spelman College. She is a member of the State Bar of Georgia, a Gallup Certified Strengths Coach, a Certified Master Coach, and an ACC-credentialed coach through the International Coaching Federation (ICF). She also holds a Wellness Counseling Certificate from Cornell University.
Her governance experience includes serving on several not for profit boards such as Evolutionary Aquatics, the African American Leadership Academy of Charlotte (AALAC), and the Renaissance West Community Initiative.
Angela believes health and well-being are essential parts of leadership development—not something leaders have to put aside in pursuit of performance. Her approach combines empathy, respect, strengths-based development, and practical coaching to help leaders make meaningful and sustainable behavioral changes. Together, she aims to:
- Identify needs and goals
- Explore motivations
- Recognize obstacles and challenges
- Discover strengths and resources
- Turn insight into intentional action
The goal is simple: help leaders fulfill their highest business, personal, and social potential while strengthening both well-being and leadership performance.
Daemon S. Woods, MSc
Daemon is a passionate health & wellness expert who brings expertise in nutrition, fitness, health education, and wellness advocacy to the Woods Wellness practice. As the Operations Manager for Woods Wellness LLC, he oversees the day-to-day administrative operations of the practice, helping ensure its services and internal processes run smoothly. His approach focuses on helping individuals create lasting positive transformations while recognising the importance of mental well-being.
He holds a BS in Biology from Morehouse College and a master's in science education from Albany State University. Combined with his military service, his background provides a strong foundation in dietary sciences, fitness, and health education.
Daemon is a veteran with 10 years of military experience in the US Army and an accomplished leader with over 20 + years of quality assurance and production supervisory experience in the food, beverage and warehousing industries. He is highly experienced in data analysis, with GMP, FDA, USDA, and OSHA requirements, with FSQ auditing and working cross-functionally to develop/implement corrective actions and problem-solving.
Daemon brings expertise in health education, well-being, and fitness, along with an empathetic approach to helping people embrace healthier lifestyles and unlock their potential. As co-founder, he adds a complementary wellness perspective to the Woods Wellness philosophy reinforcing the belief that sustainable well-being supports how we live, work, and lead.
Well-Being Is Part of the Work
We don't believe leaders should have to choose between high performance and personal well-being. At Woods Wellness, we bring leadership development, strengths, equity, belonging, and well-being into the same conversation—creating space for people to grow without losing sight of what makes sustainable success possible.
Grounded in Purpose, Guided by Values
Our Mission
To help leaders and organizations cultivate sustainable performance through leadership development, well-being, and meaningful human connection.
Our Vision
A world where leaders can reach their highest potential while leading with well-being, belonging, equity, and intention.
Our Values
Belonging
Creating space for people to feel seen, valued, and respected.
Well-Being
Supporting the whole person as an essential part of sustainable performance.
Equity
Creating more equitable pathways to opportunity, leadership, and impact.
Growth
Embracing curiosity, reflection, learning, and intentional action.
Integrity
Leading with honesty, accountability, empathy, and respect.
Where Life and Leadership Connect
Angela and Daemon bring complementary experiences to Woods Wellness, united by a shared belief: how we lead and how we live are deeply connected. Whether you're navigating change, stepping into greater responsibility, or seeking a more sustainable way to lead, we're here to listen.
