Karen is a Menopause Champion and Group Coach, an Executive Coach, and an international multi-award-winning Author of ‘Be your leadership coach (self-coaching strategies to lead your way)’.
She has a depth of business experience, with more than 30 years in the professional services industry. Karen recently retired as a Partner of 24 years at Deloitte, with 16 years as a Partner advising in R&D Tax. She commenced her second career at Deloitte in 2016, continuing as a Partner and Executive Coach in the Executive Development Team, following the completion of her Master of Science in Coaching Psychology.
Having designed the Women Partner Coaching Program for Deloitte leaders, Karen provided coaching to ~80 Partners annually, supporting them to be their best selves and have long-lasting leadership impacts.
As the Co-leader of Deloitte's Managing Menopause in the Workplace Working Group, Karen assisted with securing Deloitte's accreditation as the first Australian organisation to become a Menopause Friendly Employer. Following her success at Deloitte, Karen was appointed as an Independent Panel Member for Menopause Friendly Australia, assessing organisations for accreditation in Australia.
As founder of her own business, she continues to provide Deloitte and other organisations with Group Coaching in support of women+ to thrive through their careers and menopause. With over 2,500 coaching hours and as a Professional Certified Coach (ICF), Karen provides Menopause in the Workplace consulting services. She is a highly sought-after Menopause group coach, workshop facilitator, executive coach, and Keynote speaker.
