Meet Our Team

Financial negotiation experts who've spent years learning what actually works when the stakes are high

The People Behind the Method

Each team member brings decades of real-world experience from different corners of finance. We've learned that negotiation isn't about aggressive tactics—it's about understanding human psychology and market dynamics.

Fennella Brightwood

Fennella Brightwood

Senior Negotiation Strategist

Started her career in corporate restructuring during the 2008 crisis. She discovered that the most successful negotiations happened when both parties felt heard. After 15 years helping companies navigate financial disputes, Fennella joined us in early 2024 to develop our core curriculum.

Debt Restructuring Corporate Mediation Crisis Management
Cordelia Ashworth

Cordelia Ashworth

Financial Communications Director

Spent twelve years as a financial advisor before realizing that most client conflicts stemmed from poor communication rather than actual disagreements. Her background in behavioral economics helps our students understand why certain phrases trigger defensive responses while others open doors.

Behavioral Economics Client Relations Communication Psychology

Why We Started sorenalithos

Back in 2023, we kept seeing the same pattern. Smart professionals would enter financial negotiations prepared with numbers and logic, but they'd walk away frustrated because the other party seemed unreasonable. The truth is, financial negotiations are emotional transactions wrapped in spreadsheets.

We decided to create something different. Not another course promising instant results, but a thoughtful exploration of what actually happens when people discuss money under pressure. Our approach combines practical frameworks with real psychology—because understanding why people say no is often more valuable than knowing what to say yes to.

Evidence-Based Methods

Every technique we teach has been tested in real negotiations, not just academic studies. We track what works and adjust accordingly.

Relationship-First Approach

Winning a negotiation but damaging a relationship is rarely worth it. We focus on outcomes that benefit everyone involved.

Practical Application

Theory means nothing without practice. Our programs include real scenarios and feedback sessions to build actual skills.