THE CAREER CATALYST

I help creative leaders take big swings in their careers so they can go from great to exceptional.

SAY GOODBYE TO THE OVERWHELM, DOUBT, AND FRUSTRATION.

Are you worried that you're leaving potential on the table?

Do you have big ideas but can never seem to get started on them?

Do you feel like you’ve plateaued, even after achieving significant success?

Are you feeling stuck in a career that you no longer love and unclear about your next step?

Are you unsure how your skills can translate into a new career path?

Career Coach for Creative Leaders

JUST IMAGINE HOW AMAZING IT WOULD BE TO…

Successfully turn big ideas into reality without hesitation or second-guessing, creating opportunities for growth and advancement

Break through plateaus and achieve new levels of success that align with your highest goals.

Rediscover passion in your career with confidence and clarity in your direction as you continue to push boundaries and explore new paths.

Seamlessly transition your skills to a new career path that excites you, knowing you have everything it takes to thrive.

Karen Kunkel Young-Creative Career Coach

I’m an executive leadership and career coach who empowers creative leaders to unlock their full potential and pursue bold, expansive goals. I help high-performers like you go from great to extraordinary by blending strategic leadership with creative storytelling to transform careers.

With over 20 years of experience driving success for top media and entertainment brands, I have launched huge (sometimes impossible) projects, mobilized and inspired over 100 teams, and navigated unprecedented disruption. Now, as a coach, I help you to stop playing small and start living big, gaining the clarity, confidence, and creativity you need to thrive. Together, we’ll break through barriers, attract new opportunities, and craft a roadmap for your lasting success.

Ready to dream bigger and make bold moves? Let’s create a personalized strategy that turns your vision into reality.

HI, I’M KAREN.

  • "I’m evolving into the next best version of myself because of Karen and her coaching!"

    Nicole Danielle | Author & TV Producer

Are you ready to take bold steps AND ELEVATE your career?

Turn Big Ideas into Bold Action: Transform your ambitious projects into reality with expert support.

Seamlessly Navigate Career Transitions: Confidently expand your horizons and shift into exciting new directions.

Accelerate Your Creative Business: Scale your business, boost revenue, and create opportunities that amplify your impact.

Master Leadership with Vision: Become the leader who inspires innovation, pushes boundaries, and drives exceptional results.

Align Your Work with Your Purpose: Discover deeper fulfillment by connecting your career with your core values.

The most successful creative leaders know that taking big swings requires a partner who pushes them forward—a coach who helps them break through barriers, stay accountable, and unlock their full potential.

Take the first step toward your BREAKTHROUGH & TRANSFORM YOUR CAREER today!

Karen Kunkel Young-Keynote Speaker

  • "By working with Karen, I crafted my personal story with a deep understanding of my superpowers, of the audience I wanted to serve and how I could help them. "

    Javier Gonzalez | Luxury Fashion Executive & Entrepreneur

LET’S WORK TOGETHER!

  • Karen Kunkel Young Creative Career Coaching

    CREATIVE COACHING

    Embark on a 3-6 month transformative journey designed for creative leaders. We’ll pinpoint your career goals, break through obstacles, and create personalized action plans that drive results. As your dedicated accountability partner, I’ll be there to guide and support you every step of the way, ensuring you achieve the success you’ve envisioned.

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  • Karen Kunkel Young Creative Coaching

    MONTHLY RETAINER

    Transform your career with a 6-12 month retainer designed to drive powerful, ongoing growth. Together, we’ll set ambitious, personalized goals and continually adapt your strategy as you move toward them, keeping you aligned with your vision. With regular coaching sessions and unwavering accountability, this retainer offers the strategic support you need to push boundaries, overcome challenges, and achieve extraordinary, lasting success.

    WORK WITH ME
  • Karen Kunkel Young Creative Spark Career Assessment

    CREATIVE SPARK

    Kickstart your journey to a more fulfilling career with Creative Spark—the essential first step in getting unstuck. Begin with a comprehensive career assessment, followed by a one-hour coaching session where we’ll uncover why you’re feeling stuck and clarify what’s holding you back. This foundational step will leave you less anxious, more confident, and ready to take the next step toward the career you desire.

    GET STARTED TODAY

Achieve your goals by the end of 2024 with The Finish Strong Breakthrough Accelerator!

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Achieve your goals by the end of 2024 with The Finish Strong Breakthrough Accelerator! 🌟

what PEopLE are saying

  • CEO Founder Creative Client

    "As a long-time television Showrunner, I appreciated Karen's years of experience as a producer and high-level executive. She understood the nuance of entertainment and met the moment as the business weathered an upheaval like I've never seen in my 20+ years of producing.  I've emerged from my time with her more steadfast in my mission and better able to articulate it, more confident in my skills as an entrepreneur and storyteller, and highly equipped to meet the moment as my career shifts gear."

    MARY BETH ANDERSON | CEO & Founder, Junk Drawer Creative Studios

  • Executive Producer & Show Runner

    “She helped me find my innate ability to lead. I have a newfound confidence in my managerial approach, editorial judgment, and overall direction. As a result of Karen’s coaching, the big shoes that an executive must fill now fit much more comfortably.”

    KYLE McCABE | Executive Producer & Show Runner

  • “One of the things I’ve enjoyed most about working with Karen is having the space to be creative. I’ve often come to our sessions in search of clarity on an issue. Once we get to the root, we have fun brainstorming solutions, creating action plans, setting goals and timelines. By working with Karen, I unlocked insights that propelled me to action.

    JAVIER GONZALEZ | Luxury Fashion Executive & Entrepreneur

  • “I never felt comfortable opening up to others in the way I was so effortlessly able to do with Karen from our very first session. We started our journey at a milestone moment with my first book being edited and finished this part of our journey as my book got published - and I can honestly say, I would not have had the courage to see this through without Karen’s beautiful spirit as my guiding light. Anyone who gets to work with Karen will instantly be awakened to who they can become.”

    NICOLE DANIELLE | Author & TV Producer

  • “I don’t know if I ever would have come to the conclusions that I reached without her help. So, it is with one step in front of the other that I am slowly writing the novel that is so important to me I feel more creative. Lighter. More accepting of failure because I know none of it matters unless I give it power. It’s been all about a lifestyle change for me, this shift, and it’s only happening because Karen showed me that I am more than I think myself to be."

    ADRIA MARSCHALL | Writer & Producer

  • “Karen brought a warmth, enthusiasm, and professionalism that immediately made me feel at ease doing deep self-exploration. Working with her helped me deepen my perspectives, transform my mindset, and develop actions that I have been able to sustain. I'd highly recommend her to anyone looking to "take charge" of their lives with intention.."

    KEVIN DELOS REYES | Sr. Manager, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

  • “Working with Karen is a truly unique experience and helps you maintain focus on taking action. She has a knack for driving accountability. With Karen, it's not just about setting goals, she ensures you're on track, making progress, and always looking further to make sure every base is covered. Her approach is both supportive and challenging, pushing you beyond your comfort zone while ensuring you never feel overwhelmed.”

    JOAN G. | Marketing Executive

  • "Before I did the Creative Spark with Karen, I was feeling pulled in a few different directions. Like many people, stressful experiences from past jobs were making it hard to look into the future with a positive outlook. This assessment helped me see I have more choices than I thought – both in what I do next in my career and how I approach it. Thanks Karen!"

    Becky Kaplan Farone | Founder & Self-Authority Speaker