Dr. Carla Thomas, PCC
(She/Her/They)
Carla Thomas (She/Her/They) is the President and Founder of The Realize Leadership Group. She is dedicated to helping people and organizations grow by turning big ideas into practical strategies that create positive, lasting change. Carla believes in building environments where everyone can thrive and contribute to something meaningful.
My Story
Dr. Carla Thomas (She/Her) is Founder of The Realize Leadership Group. She is a trusted advisor and strategist dedicated to helping people and organizations flourish in every setting. She partners with leaders, teams, communities, and individuals to create spaces where collaboration, resilience, and shared purpose lead to meaningful impact. With a gift for turning vision into actionable strategies, Carla empowers others to unlock potential, strengthen leadership, and build authentic connections that drive growth and transformation. Her approach blends practical insight with inspiration, guiding clients toward solutions that foster trust, adaptability, and long-term success.
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Whether working with a global business, a nonprofit, a community initiative, or individuals seeking clarity and support in their transformation, Carla’s mission remains the same: to help.
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Her expertise includes research, facilitation and design in:
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Culture
Data Analysis
Change Management
Coaching
Building Empathy
Strategic Planning
Organizational Effectiveness
& More...
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EDUCATION
A graduate of Vanderbilt University and Saint Joseph’s University, Carla completed her doctorate at The University of Pennsylvania. Her research explores psychosocial factors that mitigate the negative effects of implicit bias in the workplace.
As a lifelong learner, she also holds numerous certifications including: ​
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Professional Certified Coach- International Coaching Federation
Emotional & Social Competency Inventory (ESCI)
Life Orientation (LIFO) Practitioner
Association of Talent Development (ATD)- Instructional Design
Level 3 Healing Touch Practitioner
Spiritual Herbalism Apprentice
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Contact
I'm always looking for new and exciting opportunities. Let's connect.