Empowering women to navigate their life journey and redefine leadership

Find your path, own your story, and lead from your centre.

What kind of a leader do you want to be?

Cultivate courage, and inspire, connect and champion transformation.

Choose the right program and unlock your potential

At every stage of your career, navigating leadership and life can be challenging. Whether you're aiming for growth, transitioning roles, or stepping into senior leadership, having expert advice from someone who has created a distinct path for herself makes all the difference. With a veteran female leader by your side, you’ll have the support and insights you need to break through obstacles, make confident decisions, and lead with authenticity.

The Powershot

A powerful, one-off focused session to spark immediate change or unlock your next breakthrough. Ideal for when you need rapid clarity and actionable solutions for pressing challenges.
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The Accelerator

Our signature 6 month program that provides ongoing guidance to steer you through career, leadership and life transitions. Consistent coaching with regular check-ins for sustained progress. Your steady companion in leadership and life, providing continuous support and advice.
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The Navigator

A structured 4-6 session program for career growth and/or leadership mastery. Chart your course with focused tailored coaching on leadership, career, or change. Fast-tracked development for ambitious leaders ready to level up.
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Katherine Gokavi-Whaley, the visionary behind SheLeads Coaching, is dedicated to empowering women to lead with authenticity, resilience, and purpose. 

With over 30 years of experience in diverse sectors, from dynamic startups to impactful non-profits, she champions a leadership style rooted in authenticity, resilience, and purpose. Katherine’s passion lies in helping others build confidence and unlock their leadership potential. She believes leadership is deeply personal, advocating for Leading Like a Woman by embracing authenticity, empathy, and strength.

Blending business acumen with psychological insight, Katherine offers mentoring that’s both practical and deeply personal. Her approach acknowledges the unique challenges women face, guiding them through career transitions, leadership roles, and the balancing act of work and life. As a mother, entrepreneur, and mentor, Katherine knows firsthand the complexities of navigating these tensions. 

Katherine’s goal is to be a trusted partner through every twist and turn, helping women lead from within and thrive at every stage of their journey.

Meet Katherine

What our clients say

  • Katherine is one of the most authentic leaders I’ve had the pleasure of working with. She provides a safe space for listening and encourages me to push forward in my personal and career development. She embraces challenges and inspires others to tackle both big and small obstacles.

    Grace Kong
    Head of Export Ops Coles

  • Katherine has been my mentor for 10 years, she has been instrumental in shaping my career to my current position as a group financial controller. The journey is never easy for women, especially for those of us with young children. Katherine has leveraged her extensive knowledge and experience to support and guide me through numerous challenges and successes.

    Ivy Chen
    Group CFO Resimax

  • Katherine has mentored me through various roles and challenges over the last 20 years. She recognized my individual strengths and fostered an environment that supported my growth both in the workplace and personally. Her authenticity, resilience, and empathy are why we still connect today to discuss our professional and personal goals. Katherine's style is to inspire and empower women as they navigate the unique challenges we face.

    Macey McMillian,
    Senior Risk Intelligence, Sportradar

  • Katherine's leadership and mentoring had a profound impact on my career and personal growth. I started my journey with her during my first pregnancy, and her openness in sharing her experiences gave me the courage to make important decisions about my maternity leave and my return to work. Her ongoing encouragement, advice, and support helped me reintegrate smoothly after having my daughter and motivated me to develop my skills and confidence. She was instrumental in guiding me as I sought my next role, providing the mentorship I needed to advance in my career.

    Cliona Keegan
    Education Support Manager, Monash University

  • "Katherine’s mentorship enabled me to become the best leader I can be, while finding the resilience to navigate a very difficult personal period."

    Aimee Mensink
    Transformation Excellence Manager, Accenture Nordics

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