RISE UP to who you're meant to be.
WE CAN HELP
OUR TEAM
Amy Gerhartz
Founder & CEO
Amy Gerhartz is a keynote speaker, presentation coach, and podcast host, dedicated to empowering individuals and organizations to communicate with confidence and authenticity. With over 20 years of experience in the music industry, including multiple albums and cross-country independent tours, Amy has honed her ability to captivate and connect with audiences. Her voice has been featured in commercials for Lifetime and E! Network, and she’s received accolades, including nominations for the NSAI Song Contest and the Independent Music Awards.
As a certified Life Coach, DISC Trainer, Master of Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP), and Hypnotherapist, Amy specializes in helping her clients trust their voices and embrace their unique presence—whether on stage, in the boardroom, or in everyday interactions. With a powerful blend of artistic insight and leadership expertise, she helps individuals feel empowered in their own skin, break through self-doubt, and communicate with clarity and purpose.
Amy has been featured on the covers of Las Vegas Entrepreneurs and Best Holistic Life Magazine, and she was recognized as a “Leading Expert” by Powerful Professionals. In 2022, she won the Scale Fast Global Business Pitch Contest, receiving rave reviews from Kevin O’Leary of Shark Tank. As the host of The Entertainer Mindset and RISE UP Buttercup podcasts, Amy inspires listeners to trust their voices and step boldly into leadership roles.
Whether she’s delivering impactful keynotes or offering personalized coaching, Amy helps her clients develop the communication skills to lead with confidence and authenticity in every situation.
Christiane Thomas
Operations Manager
As the Operational Manager at A Higher Way of Living, Christiane specializes in the art of seamless support and efficiency as the backbone of our operations, where she passionately works behind the scenes to ensure that Amy and our team have everything needed to succeed in our mission: filling people's "confidence cups." By maintaining the smooth operation of our business engine, Christiane takes pride in contributing to the transformation of our clients in their journey.
Outside the office, Christiane is a devoted mother to two wonderful little ones; her greatest inspirations. They have taught her the profound value of seeing and being seen, not just from the outside, but from the deeply personal inner spaces that define us. This experience has ignited a future ambition in her: to empower other mothers to feel seen and valued for their unique inner qualities, especially when they might feel invisible in their external world.
In every facet of her life, Christiane is driven by a belief in the power of support, communication, and recognition. She is committed to not only ensuring the success of our coaching company but also to fostering a community where every woman feels acknowledged and celebrated for her unseen, yet invaluable, contributions.
WHAT WE DO
OUR MISSION
At A Higher Way Of Living, we are committed to empowering individuals and organizations to rise into their full potential by cultivating leadership and communication excellence. Our work is rooted in the belief that every person has unique strengths and the ability to create meaningful change. Through our programs, we strive to provide an environment where individuals can grow in confidence, embrace their purpose, and make a lasting impact on the world.
WHAT WE BELIEVE
OUR ETHICS
We are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of integrity, kindness, and inclusivity in all that we do. Our work is guided by values rooted in love, empathy, service, and the teachings of Jesus, inspiring us to treat every individual with dignity and respect. We are committed to fostering an environment where people of all backgrounds and beliefs feel welcomed, valued, and supported as they pursue personal and professional growth.
We believe in empowering others through honest, ethical practices that build trust and promote transformation. By embracing diversity and encouraging collaboration, we strive to create a positive and lasting impact on the lives we touch and the communities we serve.
WE CAN HELP
OUR TRUSTED PARTNERS
JASMINE RICE
Voice Quest Agency
PETER GOURRI
PETER GOURRI COACHING
LISA J. KURUVILLA
CC PATHWAYS, INC.
CHRIS SAULS
CHRIS SAULS COACHING
WE'VE GOT EXPERIENCE
OUR CREDENTIALS
TESTIMONIALS
OUR IMPACT
"Since I've started working with Amy, I've seen so many changes in my personal and professional life. Not only is she knowledgeable, but she also genuinely cares about her clients."
"Working with Amy has been phenomenal. She really helps you work on your inner game and mindset, to help you realize and push through any limiting beliefs you may have. Truly caring, positive, and motivating."
"Amy provides such a safe space for you to shine light on areas of your life you may never have noticed were causing problems for you. I have uncovered so much with her in such a short period of time."
"Working with Amy has been phenomenal. She really helps you work on your inner game and mindset, to help you realize and push through any limiting beliefs you may have. Truly caring, positive, and motivating."
"Amy provides such a safe space for you to shine light on areas of your life you may never have noticed were causing problems for you. I have uncovered so much with her in such a short period of time."
Women Owned Small Business
CAGE/NCAGE: 9NK95
NAICS Codes: 611430, 611710, 541611, 1612, 541613, 541618, 561499, 621399, 812990, 611699
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