About me

You are managing complex operations, navigating high-stakes social challenges, and carrying the weight of your organisation’s mission. It’s rewarding work, but it can also be exhausting and isolating. You know there is a more sustainable way to lead, but the constant demands of the “day-to-day” leave little room to breathe, let alone focus on your “big picture” vision.

I’m Carla, and I’ve sat in your chair. I know exactly what it feels like to lead through change while keeping a team inspired.

20 years in leadership roles – including 8 years as a CEO.

I am a Leadership Coach who speaks your language. My approach isn’t just theoretical—it’s built on two decades of “boots on the ground” experience.

This includes C-Suite level experience as a former CEO of a national patient organisation, where I’ve orchestrated successful change management, led teams through hurdles, and collaborated at every level from local committees to international boards.

How I help you grow

I combine a “Positive Polly” outlook with solution-focused coaching to help you unlock your full potential. My coaching is grounded in:

Accredited expertise: qualified in Personal Performance Coaching to ICF standards and accredited in DISC Personality Profiling.
A holistic lens: certified in Positive Psychology and Effective Work-Life Balance strategies—because you are a human first, and a leader second.
Authentic connection: I pride myself on being approachable, empathetic, and refreshingly candid. Our partnership will be built on trust, humour, and open dialogue.

My philosophy: curiosity, courage, and authenticity

I believe that leading through challenges is where true growth unfolds. Whether we are leveraging your DISC profile to improve team communication or using positive psychology to boost your resilience, focusing on strengths and well-being to build resilience, my goal is to help you lead with a “glass-half-full” perspective—even when the pressure is on.

Ready to transform your leadership journey?

If you’re looking for a coach who understands the complexities of the third sector leading change and is committed to your growth, let’s talk.