Meet Your Journey Coach.

I leverage my diverse experience in corporate HR consulting and nonprofit community program leadership, to help clients clarify their goals, explore new opportunities, and develop strategies to sustain focus, confidence, and direction.

I am dedicated to helping you ignite a journey filled with simplicity, purpose, and possibilities.

Hi, I’m Laura Whitfield!

Certified Practitioner and Assessor

“Emotional intelligence is the skillset every person needs to navigate the challenges ahead.”

—6Seconds State of the Heart Report 2024

“In today’s uncertain business landscape, small to mid-sized businesses are proceeding with caution. The ability to attract, grow, and retain top talent is no longer just an HR priority—it’s a strategic business imperative.”

—Laura Whitfield, Journey Coach

Journey Coaching Services

Workforce Consulting

Career Journey Coaching

Emotional Intelligence Assessment and Debrief

A healthy business or nonprofit organization is one that prioritizes setting its workforce up for success. When the workplace culture values high employee engagement and retention, company leaders can truly focus on decisions related to managing turbulent economic climates and evolving business needs. I help business leaders create effective workforce management strategies and practices centered around:

• Recruitment, Retention, and Workforce Skills Training

• Organizational Design and Structure

• Workplace Culture Alignment with Business Objectives

• Leader Development and Succession Planning

• Business Process Improvement

• Managing Change

According to the 2023 report "The Business Case for Emotional Intelligence" by Joshua Freedman, Michael Miller and Patty Freedman: "Emotional intelligence is correlated with essential building blocks for the workplace, such as problem-solving, leadership, collaboration, innovation, and influencing...(EQ) is key to unlocking a more engaged, productive, and loyal workforce ... It’s also a driving force in wellbeing, personal relationships, and quality of life ." As a certified Emotional Intelligence Practitioner and Assessor, I am able to assist clients to unlock and leverage the important data that our emotions and feelings provide to us. The Six Seconds assessments I administer and debrief are:

Mid-Level professionals often find themselves feeling stuck, experiencing burnout, lack of motivation and disengagement during certain points in their careers. There are a number of factors that contribute to these challenges. I work with individuals to explore root causes of the issues they are facing, build resilience, and navigate options for future career success through:

• Professional Development Coaching and Goal Setting

• Resume Review/Creation and Job Search Tips

• Unlocking your Emotional intelligence Profile

• SEI Emotional Intelligence Assessment for Leaders

• SEI Neural Network AI Insights for EQ

"I’ve had the honor of working with Laura, and her combination of candor, kindness, and deep expertise has resonated with me more than I think she'll likely ever know. With a strong background in organizational effectiveness and change management, she knows how to help people and teams navigate transitions with clarity and confidence. Laura's emotional intelligence is a difference maker--she ensures people feel heard, valued, and equipped to move forward. Any team or organization will benefit from Laura’s consulting skills and change management expertise. And from her ability to create an environment where people show up in ways that honor themselves and their colleagues, a quality that is so crucial for meaningful, lasting impact."

"As Board Chair of Pathlight Home, I had the privilege of working closely with Laura Whitfield during our executive search for a new CEO to succeed our long-time leader who requested to retire. Laura provided exceptional consultative expertise and guided us through every step of this critical transition. Thanks to Laura’s expertise and structured methodology, Pathlight Home successfully hired a CEO who has already made a positive impact. Our Board is extremely pleased with the outcome and the processes Laura implemented. I highly recommend Laura Whitfield’s executive consulting services to any organization seeking a thoughtful, results-driven approach to leadership transitions."

"I had the pleasure of working alongside Laura as part of an executive search committee to hire a CEO for a non-profit entity that I serve on the board of. With Laura’s expertise and thought leadership, she developed a defined process for seeking out qualified candidates, interviewing, and ultimately hiring a new CEO. Additionally, she held the board accountable through a defined timeline and challenged the board where necessary to drive an efficient and effective process. Laura comes highly recommended!"

"Laura is a natural leader. She understands people, how to bring the best out of them, and ensure that they are a great fit for the mission and vision. She is a true visionary that is always prepared. I would love to see her continue to lead by example and be an agent of change."

Trusted by Peers and Partners

—Jann Rigell, RPh, MBA, Board Chair, Pathlight Home

—Tom Hodges, SVP, Commercial Banking Group Manager, PNC Bank

—Heather Pekios, MSW

—Anonymous Feedback

Are you ready to move forward in your journey?

Schedule a complimentary consultation today!