Your Rising Talent Is Ready. Are You?

Empower your early-career professionals with coaching and community.

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Results You Can Expect (From Actual Participants!)

  • 50%+ boost in confidence engaging senior leaders

  • 41%+ increase in building influential, cross-functional networks

  • 36%+ gain in contributing ideas and shaping conversations

  • 26%+ growth in receiving and applying feedback

Young professionals in conversation during a virtual leadership workshop.

Rising Stars builds the soft skills and mindset early-career talent need to thrive today—and grow into the leaders your company will rely on next.

Sample Topics Includes:

  • Giving, receiving, and acting on feedback

  • Communicating with clarity and confidence

  • Managing time, energy, and shifting priorities

  • Building relationships across functions and levels

  • Leading with initiative—even without authority

  • Owning your development: self-advocacy & growth planning

Participants don’t just learn—they apply, reflect, and grow in community with their peers.

How It Works

Step 1: Kickoff & Assess

High-energy orientation sets shared expectations, forms peer accountability pods, and captures a baseline skills assessment

Step 2: Core Learning Cadence

Twice-monthly live training and group coaching sessions (60 minutes each) focused on actionable leadership skills

Step 3: Peer Accountability in Action 

Pods deepen learning between sessions through shared reflection, accountability, and connection

Step 4: Manager Integration & Support

Pre-program manager briefing, monthly coaching tips, and wrap-up guidance to reinforce growth

Step 5: Reflection & Growth Snapshot

Closing session to celebrate progress, post-program assessment, and a summary of key impact themes

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What Clients Are Saying

“Kathryn’s Rising Stars program is a significant enhancement and has made a valuable impact on the professional development of our early-career professionals. Through a thoughtful blend of coaching and training, Kathryn created a space where these professionals build real skills and grow with confidence. We’ve seen clear improvements in communication, collaboration, and productivity—and our Rising Stars are stepping up in new ways across the organization. I’m confident Kathryn’s work will leave a lasting impact on our people and our culture.”

Judith D. Perr, ACAS, MAAA

Principal & Consulting Actuary, Chief Administrative Officer

FAQs

  • Early-career professionals (typically 0–5 years in) who show high potential and would benefit from soft skill development, confidence-building, and cross-functional connections.

  • The core program runs over 6 months with twice-monthly live sessions and ongoing peer support.

  • Approximately 2.5 hours per month (two 60-minute sessions + optional peer pod meetings or short take-home actions).

  • Yes. Multi-company, private cohorts and optional customization are offered to align with internal initiatives.

  • Participants complete pre- and post-program pulse checks. Companies receive a summary report highlighting growth themes and participant feedback.

  • The program is fully virtual and designed to build meaningful connection across locations.

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