About Us

Lynne Hoft:

 Lynne Hoft, Ed.D., is a national award winning licensed teacher/administrator and certified trainer. She has her Educational Leadership doctorate degree from the University of St. Thomas, St. Paul, MN.  Lynne has been a classroom teacher for 36 years working with all age and ability levels. She excels at program and curriculum development. During the past eighteen years Lynne has focused on creating and testing curriculum and programs which allow youth and adults to learn the principles for creating brilliant lives. She has trained teachers in this process, presented her work at major conferences, and offers a continually expanding menu of programs and classes to the public through her business Back to Brilliance in collaboration with her business partner.


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Vivian Hildebrandt:

Vivian Hildebrandt, MA, is a prevention specialist in St. Paul Public Schools, #625.  She has extensive experience in chemical health counseling and prevention, curriculum design, employee training, education and life skills facilitation.  Vivian focuses on helping others develop the skills and insights to empower themselves.  She brings together the art and science of working effectively with others, the understanding of our unlimited inner resources, and the practices of empowerment.  Vivian is a partner in Back to Brilliance and continues to develop unique programs that are designed to create lasting personal and professional growth.


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