About KPEX
Whether you call it sport psychology, mental training, performance excellence, or consulting, the goal is the same: create a mindset and culture that leads to success. KPEX is dedicated to helping athletes, coaches, corporate leaders, and other performers to achieve greatness in sport, business, and life. KPEX’s programs focus on identifying the mindset in which you perform your best and providing ways to recreate that mindset. We take a strengths-based approach to developing mental toughness.
We work with individuals and groups to develop programs catering to their unique mental demands. Addressing the mental aspects of performance ensures that you perform at your peak when the pressure rises. We also work with groups to develop a culture of success. We focus on areas like communication, goal-setting, and attitude to make sure the environment is one that leads team members to be motivated to excel.
Our Philosophy: We take an individualized approach to addressing the mental aspects of performance. We get to know each client and seek to understand how their mind influences their performance, both positively and negatively.
Our Company Name: KPEX stands for Keystone Performance Excellence. Architecturally speaking, a Keystone is at the apex of an arch. It’s often the final piece of construction that locks the rest of the structure into place. Without the Keystone, the arch cannot support itself. This is how we see the mind–you can have built the best structure (skills, knowledge, nutrition, fitness) but without the proper mindset that structure will often fail. Much like the Keystone is at the peak of a building, your mind helps you to reach your peak performance; it’s a necessary element of success. The Keystone design is also a shout out to our headquarters in Pennsylvania, the “Keystone State”. It was in Pennsylvania that the foundation of America was born and it’s from your mindset that the foundation of excellence can grow.
Meet the KPEX Team
Aimee Kimball, PhD
Dr. Aimee Kimball is the CEO of KPEX Consulting. She spent 18 seasons working in the NHL, most recently as the Sr. Director of Team and Organizational Development for the Washington Capitals. She aided in the rebuild of the New Jersey Devils, and worked with the Penguins' organization through 2 Stanley Cups.
Erin Frohlich, MS
As a former D1 athlete, Erin understands the mental challenges associated with excelling at a high level. Erin has worked with a variety of high achieving athletes, teams, performers, coaches, and students in: D1 sports, ROTC, business groups, music departments, Juilliard, and youth athletes. Additionally, she interned as a Mental Performance Coach at IMG Academy in Bradenton, FL.
Hayden Plewe, MS
Hayden brings experience working with athletes across a wide range of sports. He is a former Division I golfer and is currently pursuing a doctorate in Counseling Psychology at Chatham University. After completing his collegiate career, he transitioned into coaching, allowing him to train athletes in both the mental and physical aspects of sport. Hayden has devoted his education and professional development to helping athletes reach their full potential.
Justin DiSanti, PhD
Justin is a mental training consultant who specializes in promoting optimal performance and well-rounded health. He received a Master’s degree from Miami University (OH) and a PhD in Sport Psychology from Michigan State where he worked with their gymnastics and archery teams.
Affiliate Members
Donato Fanelle, MA
Donato is a former college hockey player and coach that is passionate about helping athletes and performers to optimize their potential, overcome challenges, and improve overall well-being through mental skills training. He has a Master’s degree in Sport & Performance Psychology.
Emily Wright, PhD
Hayden brings experience working with athletes across a wide range of sports. He is a former Division I golfer currently pursuing a doctorate in Counseling Psychology at Chatham University. After completing his collegiate career, he transitioned into coaching, gaining hands-on experience over the past four years in both golf and basketball. These roles have allowed him to train athletes in both the mental and physical aspects of sport. Hayden has devoted his education and professional development to helping athletes reach their full potential.