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Hi, I'm Carolyn

BFA, MS Ed, ACC

I'm an executive advisor who helps CEOs and senior executives solve the leadership challenges they can't solve alone.

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My Approach

Unlike consultants who deliver reports, I develop your capability to think through complex challenges yourself. I ask the questions you're not asking. I help you see patterns you can't see from inside your situation. I bring outside perspective and strategic clarity.

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The Center-First Method™

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I developed the Center-First Method by observing a universal pattern across leaders at every level: when they get stuck, they're operating outside their center—trying to fix everything external first. The breakthrough happens when they ground themselves first in their character, capacity, contribution, and connection, then navigate change from that place. This methodology underpins all my advisory work, customized to each client's specific challenges.

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Who I work with 

CEOs and senior executives of $20-$50M companies who are:

  • Stuck on team conflicts they can't resolve

  • Navigating organizational complexity that's holding them back

  • Making strategic decisions they can't make alone

  • Stepping into bigger roles or new organizations

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Recent clients include:

  • Commercial Construction Company CEO : Navigated leadership team conflicts, organizational restructuring, and strategic decisions about scaling his $20-30M business.

  • ​Chief Nursing Executive : Transitioned into new role overseeing nursing, pharmacy, education, and technology across five hospitals. Built high-performing leadership team and established nursing as strategic partner throughout the organization.

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My Background

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Credentials

  • International Coaching Federation, Professional Certified Coach (ICF, PCC)

  • Certified Executive Coach, Center for Executive Coaching 

  • Certified Coach, Coach Training Alliance

  • Certificate, Creating Leadership Programs, Association for Talent Development (ATD)

  • MS Education, State University of New York

  • BFA, University of Michigan

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Experience:

I've coached leaders across manufacturing, construction, technology, healthcare and professional services. From emerging leaders to C-Suite executives, I understand both the strategic and human sides of leadership challenges.

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  • 15+ years coaching and advising leaders across all industries

  • Former Learning & Development leader 

  • Former marketing executive in technology and construction (10+ years)

  • Former teacher and department chair and educational leader in NYC

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Personal

Based in Denver, Colorado and my hometown of Detroit, Michigan. Outside of work, I bring the same curiosity and strategic thinking to my own life; exploring what makes for meaningful work, sustainable success, and a life well-lived. 

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