About
Leadership Development | Change Strategy | Executive Coaching
Inkstand helps leaders and organizations find clarity in the midst of change. We work with people who are facing complex transitions—building teams, navigating uncertainty, stepping into something new—and we help them move forward with steadiness, purpose, and a clear sense of direction. Through coaching, leadership development, and strategic change support, we create space for reflection and momentum.
Approach
We focus on aligning vision, strategy, and people. Our methods are informed by neuroscience and grounded in real-world experience. Every engagement is built on trust, structured for progress, and tailored to the challenges at hand. We don’t believe in quick fixes. We believe in thoughtful movement, honest conversation, and practical steps that lead to lasting change.
Whether you’re leading a government agency, a growing company, or a mission-driven team, Inkstand brings nearly 20 years of experience to help you lead with clarity, develop your people, and stay true to what matters most.
Kate Carman
Founder, Sr. Consultant, & Coach
Kate Carman is a leadership strategist and certified coach with nearly two decades of experience helping people and organizations navigate change. Her work is rooted in the belief that clarity is power, and that when people understand their patterns, they can shift their lives.
Known for her insight, attunement, and calm presence, she has a way of seeing what others often miss—and reflecting it back in ways that move people forward.
Her practice blends neuroscience, systems thinking, and structured goal-setting with a deep respect for intuition and timing. She’s held leadership roles in consulting and organizational strategy, supported everyone from federal leaders to founders, and holds a master’s from Yale.
Through Inkstand, Kate helps people lead more intentionally, make meaningful decisions, and stay aligned with what matters most.