About:
Cathy is an insightful, high energy, action-driven coach, consultant and facilitator who has a passion for helping leaders recognize the significant impact they have on others. She challenges leaders to show up as their best selves and is known for candor and humor in her approach. Her coaching focuses on leadership presence, authenticity, emotional and relational intelligence, and inspirational leadership communication. She is recognized for her deep knowledge of coaching and leading in the workplace.
Cathy has worked globally in the areas of leadership, coaching, engagement and culture. She led the Leadership & Coaching Practices at two boutique firms. Her broader professional experience includes stints in higher education, association management and start-up, bringing a broad perspective to her work.
Cathy’s coaching is informed by her collaborations with mentors and leaders in the field. She led the design of the leadership development series, Why Should Anyone Be Led by You?, based on the HBR award-winning article and book by Professors Rob Goffee & Gareth Jones. She was a frequent collaborator with renowned leadership communication expert & author of Leading Out Loud, Terry Pearce.
Noteworthy Clients:
Arup, Autodesk, Disney, Mars, Kearney, Univ of CA – Berkeley
Credentials:
BA, Psychology & Spanish, Lafayette College, cum laude
MA, Higher Education Administration, Bowling Green State University
Coaches Training Institute training
Assessment certifications include: Strengths Deployment Inventory, Myers-Briggs Type Indicator, DiSC, MRG Leadership Effectiveness Analysis
Location:
San Francisco
Something You Should Know About Me:
My inspirations include: my 16-year-old nephew Joseph who reminds me to dream big; my daily yoga practice which grounds me in the present moment; and my grandparents, Italian immigrants, who showed me by example that the results that matter most are your relationships. . . and a thriving garden!
Cathy Earley
Insightful, high energy, action-driven coach, consultant and facilitator