Sara Schmatz, Operations Director

Sara Schmatz

Operations Director

  • Sara has walked many paths throughout her career - her most loved experience was being a medicinal herb, flower, and vegetable farmer. Sara has held various positions throughout the non-profit sector since 2010, and completed her Masters in Strategic Fund Development & Philanthropy in 2022.

    "The dream of my life / Is to lie down by a slow river / And stare at the light in the trees–/ To learn something by being nothing/ A little while but the rich/ Lens of attention" (Entering the Kingdom by Mary Oliver).

Yedda Stancil, Executive Director

Yedda Stancil

Executive Director

  • Through dedicated inner work, Yedda has learned to fearlessly forge a joy-filled life. Now, as the Executive Director of the Innerwork Center, she is passionate about helping others embark on their own journeys of self-discovery and fulfillment. Her unique blend of corporate leadership, community health expertise, and deep spiritual practice equips her to guide individuals and organizations toward growth, well-being, and a sense of purpose. Yedda’s approach integrates mindfulness, behavior change, and leadership development, creating environments where personal and communal transformation can flourish. She is excited to share the insights and strategies that have transformed her life, inspiring others to embrace their worth and live fully in the present moment. She brings rich tapestry of experience that spans corporate leadership, community health, and transformative engagement. Her vision for the Center encapsulates not only a deep understanding of organizational dynamics but also embraces the sacredness of space—where wisdom and spirituality are as valued as empirical knowledge. This unique blend allows her to craft strategies that honor both the known and the unknown, creating a nurturing atmosphere that encourages exploration and innovation. Yedda’s leadership is set to inspire and uplift, guiding the Innerwork Center towards new horizons of impact and inclusivity, embodying a commitment to both personal and community belonging.

At the Innerwork Center We Value a Culture of Belonging

We are dedicated to fostering an organizational culture where everyone feels welcome and empowered to be their authentic selves. Achieving this requires a committed and unified effort from all key stakeholders, including our staff, board, faculty, and volunteers. We deeply value and celebrate the rich diversity of our experiences, recognizing our shared humanity and the profound interconnectedness that binds us all.

Our commitment is to create a space where every voice is heard, every perspective respected, and every individual feels a sense of belonging. Together, we build a compassionate and inclusive community that honors the unique contributions of each person.

FAQs

  • At the Innerwork Center, we offer Conscious Business Consulting to help leaders design workplace systems that align with mindfulness, belonging, and purpose-driven success. Our approach integrates inner work with business strategy to foster organizational cultures that are both effective and human-centered. If you’re interested in a consultation, reach out to us via email, and Sarah and Yedda will schedule an assessment and strategy session. Contact us at: hello@innerworkcenter.org

  • We offer interactive workshops designed to cultivate cultures of belonging, emotional intelligence, and mindful leadership. Yedda has created and led programs globally for organizations that CARE (Clarity, Alignment, Resilience, and Engagement), ensuring that businesses thrive while supporting the well-being of their employees. These workshops are available in person and virtually. Explore our approach and offerings on our workplace programs page: https://www.innerworkcenter.org/workplace-programs

    Our Executive Director, Yedda Stancil, brings a wealth of experience in creating conscious businesses, mindful leadership, and corporate well-being programs. She has integrated these insights into the Innerwork Center’s corporate services, offering organizations powerful tools for transformation.

    To learn more about her background, approach, and the full range of offerings, visit: https://www.sitwithyedda.com/

  • Yedda Stancil is an experienced keynote speaker specializing in belonging, mindfulness, leadership, and conscious business strategies. Whether for a corporate event, conference, or leadership retreat, Yedda’s talks inspire and equip audiences to integrate inner work into workplace culture and community engagement. Learn more about booking Yedda for a keynote and view her speaker profile here: https://speaker.innovationwomen.com/user/15005

  • Yedda Stancil brings a wealth of experience in executive leadership, mindfulness training, coaching, and conscious business consulting. She is a published author, a certified coach, and a leader in organizational development. View her full professional background and credentials here: https://bold.pro/my/yeddal-stancil