About MMS
Original Coach Training Since 1974
MMS Worldwide Institute is the Original Coach Training!
The Global Evolution of MMS TECC:
Our journey of global expansion reflects our commitment to empowering coaches worldwide with excellence and integrity:
- 1974 –Dr. Chérie began coaching and training coaches in San Francisco—marking the birth of life coaching.
- 1988 – We expanded to Europe, laying the foundation for our global presence.
- 2005 – We reached Africa, bringing transformational coaching to new continents.
- 2010 – We established our presence in Southeast Asia, growing our influence in the East.
- 2020 – We entered China, further deepening our reach across Asia.
- 2021 – We formed an academic partnership with the University of Dubai, combining coaching with higher education.
Today, MMS TECC welcomes participants from all over the world to experience our internationally respected coach training—delivered in-person, hybrid, or fully online, tailored to their local time zones. Our programs are recognized as the gold standard in coach training, and we are here to exceed your expectations.
50+ Years of Transformational Leadership
Global Community of Coaches and Seekers
Proven Methods Rooted in Self-Mastery and Clarity
Personalized Coaching & Accredited Certifications
10 Reasons to Consider MMS
With 50+ years of excellence, MMS offers more than just coach training—it’s a deeply personal, globally respected journey of transformation. From world-class resources and ICF-aligned expertise to flexible tuition and a risk-free guarantee, discover 10 powerful reasons professionals around the world choose MMS to become authentic, impactful coaches.
Client-Centered Approach
What does MMS Worldwide Institute stand for?
- Motivation: Spark of passion or drive
- Management: Focusing that passion on execution
- Service: Making that vision become reality
- Institute: An organisation founded to help leaders and individuals live fulfilled lives
Our Philosophy
When you are free to choose the life you want to live—that includes: your profession, your life partner, your home, your lifestyle, and all aspects of your health—the MMS team of experienced and professional coaches facilitate you in discovering what you want, formulating your strategy, and manifesting your visions, dreams, and goals.
Our Assumptions
- People have their own answers within them
- People possess the power to manifest those answers
- People can have their lives be the way they want
The MMS Methodology
- Rooted in the Socratic approach, inviting personal insight and reflection
- Creates a space of unconditional support and non-judgment, where truth can safely emerge
- Builds connection through deep listening, presence, and authentic relationships
- Honoring differences, creating extraordinary results through meaningful partnerships
Meet the MMS Team!
Dr. Cherie Carter-Scott, MCC
Founder, CEO, and Director of Training
Michael A. Pomije, MCC
MMS Global Director & Master Certified Coach
Lynn U. Stewart, MCC
MMS Global Mentor & Master Certified Coach
Meet the MMS Coach Trainers & Licensees!
Gary Wang
CEO, MindSpan Development Ltd.
Verda Sisman
Founder and CEO, OaktreeMe
Neset Irsik
Executive Coach and Facilitator, OakTreeMe
Van Anh Doan Huynh
Development Manager, LCV Coaching
Hoàng Thanh Phong
Development Manager, LCV Coaching
Lindsey Taylor
Managing Director, MMS NorCal Institute
Dr. Cherie Carter-Scott, MCC
Founder, CEO, and Director of Training
Dr. Chérie Carter-Scott, MCC began training coaches before coaching was a profession. She is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of If Life is a Game, These are the Rules, published in 40 countries with over 4 million copies sold. Her other acclaimed works include Transformational Life Coaching and Negaholics: Stop Being Negative and Reclaim Your Happiness and her newly released memoir, Life IS a Game, Life Lessons Learned Living The Rules for Being Human.
Known as “The Mother of Coaching,” Dr. Chérie has trained coaches in over 30 countries and appeared on global media including Oprah, CNN, and The Today Show. She currently trains coaches online.
Dr. Cherie’s 50+ years of experience testify her SME in Coaching, Leadership, Transformation, and Communication. She has worked with MNC, NGO’s, and Fortune 500 Companies globally transforming their cultures to profitable human-caring organizations.
Dr. Cherie is an instrument-rated pilot, a PADi scuba driver, and wrote and composed The Workshop: A Dress Rehearsal for Life, the first musical presenting coaching in a theatrical production.
Michael A. Pomije, MCC
MMS Global Director & ICF Master Certified Coach
Coach Michael Pomije, MCC, serves as the Global Director of MMS Worldwide Institute, LLC, where he has led international business expansion since 2000. A seasoned executive coach and trainer, Michael co-founded Motivation Coaching Service, Ltd. in Thailand in 2012 and has successfully negotiated and delivered impactful ICF-accredited training and coaching programs across the globe.
His breadth of work spans corporate training facilitation, executive coaching, and MBTI administration, offering clients valuable insights into personality preferences, communication styles, and leadership strengths. Michael empowers individuals to align with their purpose, passion, and power, using coaching as a bridge between where they are and where they want to be.
As a Master Certified Coach (MCC) and lead trainer for the MMS Transformational Executive Coach Certification (TECC) programs, Michael is known for cultivating authentic coaches from the inside out. His ICF TECC trainings—offered globally in Level 1, Level 2, Level 2b and Level 3 formats—are grounded in presence, connection, and integrity. He creates a safe space for transformation while instilling the ICF Core Competencies, emphasizing trust, self-awareness, and client empowerment.
Michael’s coaching spans Accountability, Executive Presence, High-Performance, Wellness, Life Balance, and Relationships. With over 35 years of marriage, one of his specialties is supporting individuals and couples in building thriving, lasting relationships.
Beyond coaching, Michael is a licensed instrument-rated pilot, an advanced open water scuba diver, and the Executive Producer of The Coaching Movie, a feature-length documentary.
Love the life you live—mindfully.
www.michaelpomije.com
Lynn U. Stewart, MCC
MMS Global Mentor and ICF Master Certified Coach
Lynn Stewart is a Global Mentor for MMS, known for building teams and international partnerships across the US, and Europe. She is an expert in the Employee Owned Change® program, supporting organizations in driving sustainable transformation from within.
Lynn is a lead trainer for the Inner Negotiation Workshop (INW) and MMS Coach Trainings, and co-leads the MMS Master Class. She co-authored Transformational Life Coaching with Dr. Cherie Carter-Scott, MCC and is Executive Producer of LEAP, the first coaching documentary. She co-authored The Workshop Musical: A Dress Rehearsal for Life.
With a background in PR, education, and design, Ms. Stewart’s book Manifesting a Magical Mindset, a series of short stories, illustrates how to possess the coaching mindset.