Kate Carman is a strategy and change leader with two decades of experience guiding executives, teams, and organizations through pivotal transitions. Her work spans leadership development, organizational alignment, and enterprise transformation. She focuses on clarifying strategy, strengthening communication, and aligning people and structures so leaders can navigate complexity and move forward with purpose. Kate has partnered with clients across sectors, including Fortune 500 companies, federal agencies, regional governments, startups, and mission-driven organizations.

Before founding Ochre Way, Kate held senior roles at Korn Ferry and Sapere Consulting. She holds a master’s degree from the Yale School of the Environment and a bachelor’s degree in English and Political Science from Oregon State University. She is certified in Brain-Based Coaching through the NeuroLeadership Institute, as well as Prosci Change Management and Korn Ferry Leadership Architecture.

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