Coaching Programs
Lead like the room was built for you.
You've earned your seat. Now let's make sure you thrive in it — without shrinking, code-switching, or burning out to prove you belong. Coaching Women of Color helps women of color leaders step into their next level with clarity, strategy, and support built for the realities you actually navigate.
We See You
If this sounds familiar, you're not alone.
Women of color in the workplace face a unique set of challenges that are rarely named out loud — but deeply felt every day.
Overlooked for Opportunities
You consistently deliver results, yet promotions, stretch assignments, and leadership roles go to others. Your contributions are invisible until someone else takes credit.
The Only One in the Room
You carry the weight of representation — navigating spaces where no one looks like you, constantly code-switching, and wondering if you truly belong at the table.
Imposter Syndrome & Self-Doubt
Despite your track record, a voice inside questions whether you're qualified enough, ready enough, or deserving enough — even when the evidence says otherwise.
Tone Policing & Respectability Pressure
You've been told you're 'too much' or 'not enough.' You shrink your voice, soften your delivery, and manage everyone's comfort but your own.
Burnout Without Boundaries
You say yes to everything — mentoring, committees, extra projects — because you feel you have to prove your value twice as hard. The exhaustion is real.
Lack of Sponsorship & Advocacy
You have mentors who listen, but no sponsors who advocate. Without someone in the room championing your name, opportunities stay out of reach.
These challenges are not a reflection of your ability — they are a reflection of systems that were never designed with you in mind. Coaching gives you the tools to navigate, reclaim, and lead on your own terms.
How We Work Together
There are three ways to work with me, depending on where you are right now. Not sure which fits? Start with a discovery call and we'll figure it out together.
Executive Leadership Coaching
Deep, sustained transformation
Best for: Women of color executives and senior leaders ready for real, lasting transformation — not a band-aid.
- Two 1:1 coaching sessions every month (12 sessions over 6 months)
- Direct access to me between sessions for the moments that can't wait
- Customized strategies and tailored action plans built around your goals
- Tools and frameworks you'll keep using long after we're done
- Dedicated support navigating bias, visibility, and organizational dynamics
- Accountability and milestone check-ins to keep your momentum
The Leadership Intensive
A focused reset to move through what's in front of you
Best for: Professionals at a decision point who want focused support, a clear plan, and accountability to make real progress fast. A one-time first step.
- Four 1:1 sessions over 6 weeks — beginning with a 90-minute deep-dive assessment, then three 60-minute working sessions
- A focused leadership roadmap for your next 30/60/90 days
- A stakeholder map with a practical influence strategy
- Real scripts and tools for the conversations that matter
- Clear action steps with built-in accountability
Executive Leadership Lab
Grow alongside a community of women who get it
Best for: Self-directed professionals who want to keep growing with structure, resources, and community behind them.
- Monthly live group coaching
- Ten self-paced leadership labs (July and August are integration months)
- Career tools and worksheets you can put to work immediately
- Private community access
- Lifetime replay access to everything
Investment & Access
This work should be within reach.
Every 1:1 program offers flexible, interest-free payment plans, and financing options are available if you'd like a longer runway with a lower monthly payment. Many of my clients also have their coaching sponsored by their employer — if that might be an option for you, ask me on our call and I'll help you make the case.
Intensive or Signature: What's Right for You?
| Category | The Leadership Intensive ($3,500) | Executive Leadership Coaching ($9,000) |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Goal | Focused progress on what's in front of you | Deep, sustained transformation |
| Best For | One pressing challenge or decision point | Complex challenges, identity-level growth |
| Format | 4 sessions over 6 weeks | 12 sessions over 6 months |
| Support Level | High-touch, focused first step | Full support system + between-session access |
| Ideal Outcome | Clear plan, fast traction | Sustained confidence, long-term advancement |
Real impact.
Real stories.
“Wendy is an incredible coach who understands women of color and helped me feel seen, heard, and understood. She approached all of our sessions with patience, grace, and compassion. Even so, she wasn't...”
“Wendy is an amazing coach and an inspiring leader. I feel deeply appreciative of Wendy's support during some professionally challenging months. She catered our sessions to my needs, even when I didn't...”
“Working with you has given me a clarity I haven't had in a long time. I would not have felt qualified to pursue a new role if it wasn't for the work we did together, regardless of what it says on pape...”
“I recently began a mid-career exploration of what new professional chapters might lie ahead and reached out to Wendy to help me polish my (dusty) CV. During our consultation call, it quickly became ap...”
“I had met Wendy and participated in her Women of Color series in 2020 while undergoing some serious challenges with a previous role. During that time, Wendy provided some great feedback that resonated...”
“At any stage of your career or life journey, along the way you can get stuck. At the time I reached out to Wendy, I was a retired educator struggling to craft a plan to define a new identity. I chose...”
Not sure which fits?
Start with a discovery call and we'll figure it out together — where you are right now, where you're headed, and the best next step for your leadership journey.
Your breakthrough is waiting.
Take the first step toward the career and leadership you deserve.