Meet Andi and Lee
Andrea and Lee Vallely are the founders of Shift Happens Global, a transformative coaching and training company, specializing in retreats, personal and recovery coaching, and empowering teens.
Six years ago, Andi and Lee were hit over the head by the simple truth, we live in the feeling of our thinking in the moment. This simple truth, articulated by Sydney Banks, known as The Three Principles, is the foundation of their work.
About Andrea
About Lee
About Andrea
From captivating audiences at the tender age of 9 in school plays to earning a music scholarship at the University of Florida, Andrea’s journey through the arts has been nothing short of inspiring. As Andrea Lauren, she produced a mesmerizing album and embarked on tour adventures alongside iconic acts like Salt-N-Pepa, Freddie Jackson, and Crystal Waters. Her magnetic vocal prowess and deep audience connection eventually paved the way for a flourishing career in voice work and marketing.
However, in 2007, Andrea’s life took a profound turn when she encountered Brian Weiss’s transformative book, “Many Lives Many Masters.” It triggered a seismic shift towards spirituality during a challenging period marked by her father’s illness. Amid the stress and uncertainty of hospital waiting rooms and the disheartening news in the world, Andrea discovered her true calling – becoming a beacon of positivity, faith, and optimism.
Harnessing her personal experiences, Andrea crafted a unique happiness formula from within and began sharing her uplifting message on a humble homemade website. This endeavor swiftly gained traction, culminating in the creation of spreadhappy.net, a cherished haven for like-minded individuals seeking happiness. Andrea’s journey took another leap forward as she studied under the esteemed Dr. Robert Holden, the visionary behind the Happiness Project and best-selling author of “Happiness Now! Shift Happens” and “Loveability.”
After rigorous training, Andrea emerged as a Certified Happiness Coach and Certified Success Coach, further enhancing her skills with certifications in Hypnosis and Neurolinguistic Programming. Her insightful blogging garnered international recognition, securing her a spot among the top 10 of the Top 100 Self-Help Blogs alongside renowned platforms like Psychology Today and The Happiness Project. Andrea’s contributions extend to esteemed publications such as MindBodyGreen, The Happy Starfish, Cafe Truth, and The Master Shift. Her voice has resonated across numerous radio outlets and popular podcasts, including Blog Talk Radio and Transformational Talk Radio, solidifying her status as the “Happiness Expert” on The Happy Hour at News Talk 1180 in Philadelphia. Moreover, she is a cherished regular contributor to CBS morning news.
Andrea’s radiant spirit has graced the world-renowned Hippocrates Health Institute, where she conducted her transformative happiness workshop as an integral part of their Health Educator Program. Her journey is an awe-inspiring testament to the power of positivity and the profound impact one person can have in spreading joy and wellbeing.
Andrea is a registered Three Principles Practitioner and a member of the 3PGC global community. She continues as a personal coach and speaker, working with various organizations, schools and businesses. She is passionate about living from the inside out, and encourages others to experience their own greatest potential.
About Lee
Lee Vallely's early life was marked by a challenging and tumultuous journey, born in the heart of Birmingham, England, amidst a backdrop of violence, racism, and volatility. Fearing judgment, Lee concealed his ethnic background for the better part of his childhood, only finding the courage to speak about it in his late twenties.
This challenging upbringing sowed seeds of limiting beliefs, making him feel like an imposter, unworthy, and disconnected. He was often perceived as aloof, even prompting suspicions of autism due to his reticence. However, this adversity ignited an unquenchable thirst for knowledge, particularly in the realms of positive psychology and mindset transformation.
Lee transformed into an avid bookworm, devouring over a thousand non-fiction books, a dedicated seminar enthusiast, and an insatiable seeker of understanding the intricacies of the human mind. Today, he embodies the very principles he teaches, empowering others to live their best lives. Lee Vallely holds certifications as a Certified Health Coach, Recovery Coach, Recovery Coach Trainer, and a certified hypnosis and NLP Trainer, bringing a wealth of expertise as a seasoned Health Coach, transformational speaker, and coach.
His journey led him to work as a personal trainer and, later, as a mental fitness coach for young athletes at Wimbledon, where he nurtured their unshakeable confidence on and off the court. Lee's commitment to personal growth led him to study under the legendary Tony Robbins, completing Mastery University and Leadership programs. In 2007, he became a leader and facilitator for Robbins, a testament to his dedication.
Lee Vallely is also a licensed facilitator for Bob Proctor, the iconic narrator of "The Secret," and his transformative Thinking Into Results Training program. Direct training from NLP co-founder Richard Bandler and renowned hypnotist Paul McKenna further enriched Lee's skill set.
Passionately dedicated to helping individuals cultivate the mindset and energy required to conquer obstacles and manifest their goals, Lee Vallely inspires them to create futures so compelling they can't help but greet each morning with unbridled enthusiasm. His journey is a testament to the transformative power of resilience, personal growth, and unwavering determination.
