Flow Forward in Clarity, Growth, and Impact
The River Run Leadership Approach
Flow Forward in Clarity, Growth and Impact
The Bedrock
Why Coaching
Leaders are navigating an increasingly complex and fast-moving landscape. The demands are higher, the stakes greater — yet time for reflection, clarity, and personal growth is more limited than ever. That’s where coaching becomes essential. Together, we’ll break through the noise and find the clarity, confidence, and strategic focus you need to lead decisively and with greater impact.
The Current
Backed by decades of cross-sector leadership experience and globally renowned coaching training, I guide leaders through a collaborative process grounded in thoughtful inquiry and purposeful challenge. We'll unlock deeper self-awareness, expand your thinking and sharpen your leadership skills. My approach blends proven frameworks and practical tools to deliver measurable, lasting results.
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The Approach
River Run
Our coaching engagement will be individualized to your goals and challenges and will range from 6 -10 one-hour sessions, or can even take the shape of a sustained partnership. Over the course of our engagement, we’ll harness your strengths and surface the insight already within you to propel you toward your leadership goals.
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Together, we’ll set powerful currents in motion — flowing through you, your organization, and the wider systems you touch, creating waves of positive, sustainable change.
How it Works
What I Offer
Personalized Coaching Approach
My coaching is uniquely designed to meet the specific needs of every leader and team with whom I work. We'll build a customized coaching plan that targets your leadership goals, leverages your strengths, and addresses growth areas — ensuring a focused, transformative, and results-driven experience.
Proven Methods
My coaching methodology is grounded in proven techniques and best practices you can trust. I hold a Certificate in Leadership Coaching from Georgetown University's Institute for Transformational Leadership and adhere to the rigorous standards and ethical guidelines set by the International Coaching Federation (ICF), the leading global organization for professional coaching.​
Ongoing Support
I believe in building lasting, trusted partnerships. My commitment goes beyond individual sessions. You can count on my consistent support and strategic guidance between sessions as you pursue your leadership goals, integrate new practices, and evolve into a more powerful, luminous, and impactful leader.
Long-Term Growth
Our work together will equip you with the confidence, clarity, and actionable strategies you need to accelerate your growth, both professionally and personally. We'll uncover possibilities that you've never considered, gain a deeper understanding of your leadership impact, and fuel a sustainable growth mindset that leads to real, measurable transformation.
Let's Get Started
Every leader can benefit from coaching — just imagine the ripple effect when you operate at your fullest potential, positively influencing everyone and every system you touch. I’m excited to work with you on this transformative journey.
I offer the following services to individuals and teams across industries and leadership levels:
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Executive coaching
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Leadership development coaching
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Transition coaching
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Team coaching​
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Organizational change management coaching (for Boards & exiting and incoming leaders)
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Let's get started with a brief conversation — an opportunity for us to connect, explore your leadership goals or team needs, and envision how our work together can drive home the impact you need. We'll talk through rates and engagement length, based on your needs, and open the door to discover the possibilities ahead.
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Book a complimentary 30 minute exploratory call with me through the scheduling app or by email at carrie@riverrunleadership.com.
About
My name is Carrie Sedlak – it's great to meet you.
After decades of navigating the demands and complexities of leadership, I came to a powerful realization: I would have grown faster, deeper, and with far more ease had I worked with a leadership coach. Over time, I saw a deeper truth — one that spans sectors and stages of leadership: I was far from alone. Too many leaders carry the weight of responsibility without space for meaningful reflection, strategic thinking and the support to stay anchored in intentional growth.
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These insights led me to leadership coaching, a transformative process that cuts through the noise of day-to-day-demands to empower leaders to move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and alignment. Working across sectors and roles—spanning non-profit directorship, cross-functional teams, and through significant organizational change—has equipped me with a diverse toolkit to understand and support leaders from a wide range of contexts.
My coaching methodology is strengths-based and insight-driven, rooted in training through Georgetown University’s Executive Leadership Coaching program. I am also a member of the International Coaching Federation (ICF), the leading global organization for professional coaches.
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What sets my work apart is my deep passion for people. I have an innate ability to see the full you in front of me, including your strengths, your blind spots, and your potential. I partner with you to co-create a growth path that is revelatory, sustainable, and deeply rooted in who you are. Because real change doesn’t stick unless it’s true to you.
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And at the heart of it all: a river runs through me. I am drawn to the peace, creativity, and freedom I find near (and ideally in) a body of water. It’s where I return to recharge, reflect, and reconnect. I’m grateful to share life’s adventures—on water and off—with my wife, our two incredible kids, and our hilariously goofy pup named Huckleberry.
What Clients Say
"The way that I view leadership shifted over the course of our engagement: not as a fixed identity, but as a practice. I feel more self-assured now, not because I have all the answers to what's ahead, but because I trust my ability to navigate challenges with clarity and steadiness."
Ryan B., Non-Profit Communications Director
Let's Chat
Take a step toward achieving your leadership goals today. Fill out the form below to get in touch or reach out directly via email or phone. ​​
Phone
(440) 476-7296