Know yourself. Trust yourself. Expand yourself.
Hi!
I’m Karla
A long-time helper, peacekeeper, and pleaser who built a successful career and life by showing up for others and learned to intentionally include herself, too.
Now I help accomplished women reconnect with who they are, what they want, and what matters most so they can build a life that doesn't require leaving their comfort zone, just expanding it.
Because success isn't just about what you've achieved. It's about creating a life that feels like your own.
Grounded in leadership. Backed by coaching.
20+ years leading teams in technology and data
President, International Coaching Federation Minnesota (ICF Minnesota)
Founding Member & Board Member, Center for Coaching in Organizations
Associate Certified Coach (ACC) through the International Coaching Federation
Master's Certificate in Executive Coaching, University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business
500+ coaching hours with ongoing professional development toward the PCC credential
Specialized training in:
-Shift Positive 360®
-Team Coaching
-Executive Function Skills Coaching
-Inner Team Dialogue
-Positive Intelligence®
-Dare to Lead™
Unofficial credential:
Proud dog mom and enthusiastic supporter of the
"Tell your dog I said hi" campaign.
What Working With Me Feels Like
Powerful Questions
We’ll slow things down enough for you to hear yourself clearly. I’ll ask questions that help you notice patterns, name what matters, and find the next right step.
Insightful Reflection
Coaching with me is warm, practical, and gently direct. You’ll have space to think out loud, sort through the messy middle, and reconnect with what you actually want.
Supported Action
Growth doesn’t happen all at once. Together, we’ll turn insight into small, intentional steps that help you trust yourself and expand what feels possible.