Who We Are

We are a team of experienced talent development professionals who know the power of bringing women together with their peers to reflect on possibilities, create a vision for what is next, and generate new paths and opportunities.

We understand the challenges and opportunities that women face in their lives and careers. We have the coaching expertise to guide women in tapping into their authentic best selves for renewed energy, focus and momentum.

Our Individual Paths

  • Carly Goldsmith

    With over 20 years of experience, I have had the privilege of partnering with individuals at pivotal moments in their personal and professional journeys, supporting their transformation and growth. My approach is centered on creating a safe, supportive space where clients can gain deep personal insights, take bold risks, and achieve their goals with greater ease and speed.

    As a trusted and versatile partner, I work with leaders to drive meaningful, sustainable change by improving effectiveness, team cohesion, and overall performance. Whether through one-on-one coaching or designing and facilitating dynamic workshops, leadership development programs, and team coaching, my focus is on helping individuals and organizations unlock their full potential.

    I am particularly passionate about empowering women leaders and have had the honor of supporting their growth through Executive Education programs at Bentley University, the Prism Program with the 3D Leadership Group, and most recently, through Velocity Quest for Women. I am excited and deeply honored to join you on your own transformative journey.

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  • Cathy Leonard

    I am  known for igniting passion in others with my engaging and dynamic delivery of professional and leadership development programs.

    I spent the first chapters of my career in global professional services firms (PwC and Deloitte). For over 30 years, I honed my  expertise in design, development and delivery of large- scale learning programs for both global and US audiences.

    Beyond my experience in leader development, I have expertise in the areas of Performance Management, Coaching and Diversity & Inclusion. 

    I created my “next chapter” startup company 2018 and am thrilled to collaborate with organizations and their people in support of lifelong learning. I am based in the New York/Philadelphia area and am lucky enough to have a home on the Jersey shore.  

    I look forward to supporting you and your team on your next chapter.

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  • Kris Normandin

    I enjoy working with people to help them re-discover and confirm their personal values and strengths.

    My talent management experience includes work in a range of industries such as medical devices, professional services, banking and higher education. I have led efforts in leadership development, 360 feedback, coaching, diversity, equity and inclusion, organization design, and change management. I enjoy collaborating with stakeholders to create integrated, innovative, and strategic solutions.

    I am proud of my work in coaching women to navigate organizations and enhance their careers and lives. At Simmons University, I designed women's leadership programs for corporate executives and coached the participants. At Covidien/Medtronic, I developed a sponsorship program uniquely designed to advance women. and created a community to connect disparate women's resource groups across the globe.

    These experiences have fueled my passion to collaborate with amazing women. I look forward to working with you.

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 Our Story

Different paths. Different stages. Unlimited inspiration.  

 A shared love of helping others drew us together. Twenty years ago, we met as members of the Talent Management team at Deloitte. Over time, we each took different paths, but our connection endured. And in the years that followed, that connection served as a source of inspiration and support as we faced our own individual challenges.

 The uncertainty and stress of the pandemic brought us back together. In 2021, we facilitated a program with a diverse group of women to share their challenges, dreams, insights and actions. It was women of all ages, career & life stages, and varying engagement with family commitments —each at a different inflection point in her life. Week after week we came away awed and energized by the insight, encouragement and accountability the participants gained from each other.

 We recognized that, like our own relationship, our participants’ differences were actually a source of strength. The honesty, commonality and sense of openness provided a safe place to explore new possibilities, reflect and clarify an individual vision, or propel oneself on a journey toward true meaning and fulfillment.

 These key ingredients, and the boundless energy from this incredible group of women, inspired us to create Velocity Quest!