About Kara
“I help people be better, more connected humans.”
Kara Schommer, CPCC, CNTC has over fifteen years of leadership experience in education and social service environments and eight years of experience as a coach and trainer. Kara is a Certified Professional Co-Active Coach and a Certified Neuro-Transformational Coach and Trainer. Her passion is helping people build knowledge and skills to effectively communicate, connect, lead, and create in all areas of their lives.
Areas of expertise:
Leadership in Community-Based Human Services Organizations
Talent Development
Program Development, Integration, and Alignment
Strategic Partnerships
Curriculum Design
Grant Writing
Government Contract Management
Non-profit Budget Management
Conversational Spanish
Professional statement
I believe in servant-based leadership to provide excellent, inclusive services that value and develop the whole person.
I work diligently to deliver responsive services, meeting people where they are, to ensure all community members advance toward their goals.
I am an adaptable team member who focuses on building a strong, trusting culture that allows creativity, ingenuity, and fun to flourish.
Certifications
Certified Professional Co-Active Coach, Coaches Training Institute
Certified Neuro-Transformational Coach, Beabove Leadership
Mini-MBA in Non-Profits from Saint Thomas
Recent clients
TerraLuna Collaborative
City of Saint Paul (Mayor’s Office, Councilmember Rebecca Noeker’s Office)
Opportunity Partners
ServeMinnesota
YWCA of Saint Paul
Minnesota Literacy Council
Neighborhood House
Top 5 Strengthsfinder Strengths
Connectedness
Learner
Adaptability
Arranger
Woo