About Ochre Way
Ochre Way helps leaders find clarity in motion. In high-stakes, fast-moving environments, the ability to orient quickly, name what matters, and align people around it is essential.
We work at the intersection of neuroscience, narrative, and organizational strategy to surface insights that stabilize, focus, and accelerate change. Our approach is practical, thoughtful, and built to hold up under pressure.
We partner with clients navigating inflection points like succession, growth, and cultural transformation. They’re not looking for generic frameworks. They’re looking for traction, clarity, and a way forward that’s aligned with what matters most.
About Kate Carman
Kate Carman is a leadership strategist, executive coach, and founder of Ochre Way. For nearly two decades, she has helped leaders and organizations navigate complexity, develop talent, and lead meaningful change.
Her background spans Fortune 500s, federal agencies, early-stage startups, and mission-driven nonprofits. She’s worked across sectors to guide leadership transitions, support high-stakes decision-making, and build capacity for growth.
Kate brings a clear, grounded presence to the work, combining neuroscience, narrative, and systems thinking to help clients make sense of change and move forward with intention.
She holds a master’s degree from Yale with a focus on green business and innovation and is certified in Brain-Based Coaching via the NeuroLeadership Institute, Prosci Change Management, and Korn Ferry’s Leadership Architecture. She is based in Portland, Oregon, and works with clients across the U.S. and internationally.