Meet Karen White - A Master Certified Coach Committed to Your Growth
Karen, believes in Mastery and Artistry in Life, a never-ending process of exploration! A lifelong learner, she began coaching in 2004 after two decades in the corporate world. She discovered her purpose to support others to thrive whatever their context, and not wait for the time when they have “arrived” somewhere else, simply surviving.
Karen has been credentialed by the International Coach Federation (ICF) as a Master Certified Coach (MCC) since 2016, and has more than 5000 hours coaching experience.
A key focus of hers is on developing coaches and advancing the profession of coaching.
She has three world-class coaching qualifications:
Professional Contributions
Karen has been a faculty member in various coach training programs for 14 years, including Integral Coaching, Leadership Embodiment and Ontological Coaching.
Partnerships and Programs
Karen has worked with Alan Sieler of the Ontological Coaching Institute since 2014. She is presently the Director of Training and Course Leader for The Ontological Coaching Institute, co-leading the 18-month Certified Ontological Coaching and Leadership Programme globally.
In 2009, Karen introduced Leadership Embodiment to South Africa, working closely with Wendy Palmer until 2022. She’s a certified Leadership Embodiment Teacher and heads up Leadership Embodiment in South Africa. Since 2014, Karen has partnered with Alan Sieler of the Ontological Coaching Institute, offering a comprehensive 18-month coaching program.
Mastery and Mentorship
Karen developed a Mastery and Artistry program to support coaches pursuing mastery and their MCC credential through the International Coach Federation (ICF). It is developmentally designed and community based, because experience shows there is much more to together and from each other.
Corporate and Executive Coaching
Karen has extensive experience coaching leaders in global companies like Johnson and Johnson, Chevron, Toyota, and Microsoft. She focuses on developing self-aware leaders who excel in complex and strategic environments.
Personal Life
Karen is also a qualified Yoga Teacher, married with two adult sons. She has a passion for horses, spending time with family, reading, and continuous learning.
