About Kara

My Background

I'm an ICF-certified coach (ACC) and Positive Intelligence® certified facilitator (CPQC). I hold advanced training in mental fitness, resilience building, and embodied leadership practices.

Before becoming a coach, I spent 14 years as a college-level performance and communications instructor, and worked professionally as a classical singer and stage performer. This background gives me unique insight into the mechanics of presence, voice, and managing high-stakes performance pressure.

My expertise in vocal performance and phonetics - developed through performing in multiple languages - allows me to work effectively with global leaders navigating the complexity of communicating confidently in English-speaking business environments.

My Approach

I believe sustainable high performance requires more than just new strategies - it requires rewiring how you show up physically, mentally, and emotionally under pressure.

My work integrates:

• Mental fitness frameworks (Positive Intelligence®) to manage stress and build resilience
• Embodied practices (breath, voice, presence) that change how you think and lead
• Experiential learning that creates transformation, not just intellectual understanding

This combination is what makes the work stick - especially in high-stakes moments when old patterns tend to take over.

My Experience

I've worked with leaders from more than 20 countries across 5 continents, in industries including technology, life sciences, professional services, and finance.

Current and recent engagements include:

• Guest lecturer and workshop facilitator for HEC Paris EMBA and MBA programs
• Select B2B facilitator for Positive Intelligence® 
• Executive coach with AceUp and SkillCycle platforms
• Former affiliate partner with Bates Communication (now BTS Boston)

My clients range from emerging leaders in fast-growing startups to executive teams in multinational corporations.

Why I Do This Work

I've seen too many talented leaders burn out because they thought they had to choose between excellence and wellbeing. They don't.

When leaders have the internal tools to manage pressure, make clear decisions, and communicate with confidence - without sacrificing themselves in the process - everything changes. Not just for them, but for their teams and organizations.

That's the transformation I'm committed to creating.

Let's talk about what's possible for you.