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Lead with purpose. Communicate with impact. Move forward with clarity.

Hi, I’m Katie

After more than 20 years in increasingly high-stakes roles in PR and communications, I reached a crossroads in my career. I realized that the most meaningful part of my work wasn’t launching campaigns or managing crises. It was helping people navigate their own turning points and come out stronger on the other side.

Now, as a certified executive coach, I help high-achievers lead with intention, reconnect with their values and build careers that fulfill them—personally and professionally. My clients are driven, successful and often burned out from the pressure to perform. I help them find clarity, gain confidence and boost performance—without sacrificing who they are to get ahead. After all, leadership should lift you up, not wear you down.

While many of my clients are ambitious women and/or professionals in communications, marketing, and media, they span industries and identities. What they share is a hunger for more purpose, less overwhelm, and a way forward that feels authentic and achievable.

Let’s be honest: our journeys are rarely linear, and life takes detours. A coaching partnership with me is like having a thoughtful, supportive passenger riding shotgun. You’re in the driver’s seat—choosing the route, the destination and the pace. My role is to help you read the map, spot the roadblocks and stay on course.

You don’t have to be a jerk—or lose yourself—to be successful. If you’re ready to shift gears or explore a new path, let’s talk. One strategy call can set real change in motion.

  • "Katie cares about her clients and is so dedicated to her craft. We quickly created a deep, insightful safe space where I felt very comfortable sharing my challenges and opportunities. This was because Katie built a safe place to land. As a result, I have greater clarity and self-awareness of issues that I hadn't realized had been mental blocks for me. I can’t wait to see what we uncover in our next session! It was transformative work – 100% recommend!"

    Andrea Gils Monzón

    CEO & Founder, Shiftmakers Consulting

  • "Katie’s media training and coaching unlocked a level of confidence in me that I hadn’t realized I possessed. Her ability to inspire and elevate those around her is remarkable. If you have the opportunity to work with Katie, you won’t regret it."

    Luke Hejl

    CEO & Co-founder, TimelyCare

  • “I am so glad I chose to work with Katie! She is sharp, kind, strategic, and an excellent coach for communications professionals looking to take their careers to the next level. She expertly guided me through key steps of a career transition — networking, applications, interviewing, and compensation/benefits negotiations — and helped me to focus my energies on what was most important to me. I ended up with two excellent offers and recently accepted a dream role in executive communications.”

    Leah Sink Haynes, Ph.D.

    Speechwriter, Executive Communications, Wake Forest University

  • "'Energetic communicator' is the phrase that comes to mind when I think about Katie. Katie stepped in while my PR director was on maternity leave to collaborate on the media strategy for the launch of the first UNCSA comprehensive campaign in decades. Katie was knowledgeable about who and where to pitch our announcement and her efforts resulted in an unexpected volume of coverage featuring several leadership interviews (radio, television, and print). Above all, I was impressed with Katie’s dedication to the cause. Katie Neal comes with my heartfelt recommendation."

    Claire Machamer

    SVP of Communications and Marketing, Berklee College of Music

  • “Katie asked incredibly thoughtful and insightful questions that helped me to dig deep into the WHY behind WHAT I was saying. Her approach inspired me to chart a course with intention and empowered me to feel more in control of my future.”

    Carolyn Becker

    Deputy Director of Public Affairs and Communications, California State Lottery

  • "Katie's great value was clarifying my doubts after a forced transition and restoring confidence that I could meet the challenge."

    Emery D.

    Journalist and Storyteller

  • "Katie opened my eyes to certain aspects of a recent career shift and coached me on what to consider when making decisions as I continue to grow and learn in a new field. Because Katie went through the same early in her career, I knew she’d be the perfect person to guide me through the process. She’s been beyond helpful and I love our time together! I leave each session motivated with clearer ideas as to what to do next."

    Michele C.

    Social Media Specialist

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  • Newsletter Collection

    Delivered to your inbox bi-weekly, this newsletter offers leadership insights, career resources and inspiration for your journey.

    Check it out, subscribe, and let me know what you think.

  • Bold Not Bitchy with Katie Neal

    Certified executive coach Katie Neal, ACC, shares insights on confident communication for women leaders and the importance of understanding your core values to navigate career and life transitions.

  • The Power of Communication in Uncertain Times

    Gallup research found that people worldwide want hope, trust, compassion and stability most from their leaders. How can comms help?

  • Tackling Perfectionism, Imposter Syndrome & Burnout

    In this podcast episode, Katie pulls the veil away from all the things that might be holding you back in your career and life.

  • Make This the Year You Unstick Your Career

    If you’re feeling stuck, in limbo, or unsure about what’s next for you, kick-start your career with these three tips.

  • How to Save Your Marcomm Team

    Addressing burnout among campus communicators is critical to preserving your institution’s mission and message.

  • Considerations for Changing Course in Your Public Relations Career

    In this PRSA LinkedIn Live recap, Katie offers advice for PR pros feeling stuck in their current career path.

  • Make Your Performance Review Work for You

    When approached with strategy and intention, your review can become the ultimate gift: a launchpad for growth and a springboard to a standout year ahead.

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