I’m a certified CliftonStrengths® coach at the PCC level, and corporate leadership facilitator.
With a background in economics and management consulting, I bring a strategic and strengths-based approach to coaching, helping leaders and teams navigate growth, transitions, and collaboration with clarity and confidence. I offer corporate solutions as well as individualized coaching with an integrated approach.
hola, I’m Paula
What I offer
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Helping professionals step into their strengths, manage blind spots, and develop executive presence.
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Guiding teams to build trust, improve communication, and optimize performance through a strengths-based approach.
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Supporting organizations in fostering a culture of engagement, wellbeing, and leadership excellence.
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Coaching for career transitions and well being through breathwork.
more about paula castillo, pcc
I support corporate leaders and teams in unlocking their full potential through strengths-based coaching. My approach blends CliftonStrengths®, neuroscience, and somatic awareness to help professionals navigate leadership transitions, strengthen team dynamics, and lead with confidence.
Before coaching, I spent over 15 years in corporate strategy and leadership development, working with Fortune 500 companies and global organizations. My background as an economist and management consultant gives me a unique perspective on what it takes to thrive in high-stakes environments. I integrate mindfulness and embodied practices to coaching help leaders and teams build resilience, improve collaboration, and create meaningful impact.
I am fluent in English and Spanish.
My Coaching Philosophy
The career world isn’t about fitting into a mold—it’s about understanding your strengths, showing up with confidence, and leading in a way that’s true to you. My coaching framework is designed to help you:
Gain clarity in your leadership style and career path
Develop emotional intelligence and self-awareness
Build stronger, more collaborative teams
Navigate challenges with resilience and purpose
Through practical strategies and actionable insights, I support leaders in creating long-lasting, meaningful growth.
Why Work With Me?
Certified Strengths-Based Leadership Coach – I am a certified CliftonStrengths® coach at the PCC level with deep expertise in leadership development.
Corporate & Global Experience – Having worked with Fortune 500 companies and international teams, I understand the demands of high-performance environments.
Science-Backed & Holistic Approach – I integrate neuroscience, mindfulness, and somatic coaching for sustainable leadership growth.
Results-Oriented Coaching – Every session is designed to provide actionable insights that drive real-world impact.
Multicultural background—being born and raised in Colombia and now based in Washington, DC—gives me a global lens and a deep appreciation for diverse work environments.
Education
Masters in Public Policy, Harvard University
Double-major in Economics and Marketing, Suffolk University
SELECTED Certifications & Training
Professional Certified Coach (PCC) - International Coaching Federation (ICF)
Global CliftonStrengths Coach - Gallup
Mindfulness & Stress Resilience at Work - University of California Berkeley
Managing Team Conflict - LinkedIn
Workshop Facilitation - LinkedIn
Advanced Team Coaching Training
Restorative Yoga Teacher - Kripalu
Full list of certifications and coursework on my LinkedIn profile.
Additional Roles
Associate Coach, BetterUp
Co-lead, Capitol Hill ICF Coaching Coffee, Washington DC.
Restorative Yoga Instructor, Washington DC
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Retreats, Workshops & Speaking Engagements
I offer tailored retreats and dynamic speaking engagements designed to inspire, empower, and create meaningful change. Drawing from my experience facilitating retreats and workshops for organizations like Jeronimo Martins, #samsales, and Stitch Fix, I specialize in using CliftonStrengths®, Group Coaching techniques, and facilitation to deepen self-awareness, strengthen team dynamics, and unlock collective potential.
Strengths-Focused Retreats & Workshops
My retreats go beyond traditional team-building. By anchoring the experience in CliftonStrengths®, I help teams:
Understand and leverage individual and collective strengths
Build trust and improve collaboration
Navigate change and growth with clarity and cohesion
Align team goals with individual motivators
Each engagement is designed to create space for meaningful reflection, dynamic interaction, and actionable outcomes. Whether it’s guiding senior leaders through complex decision-making or helping new teams form strong foundations, these retreats create lasting impact.
Speaking Engagements
As a speaker, I bring a grounded, insightful, and engaging presence to conferences, panels, and corporate events. Popular topics include:
Speaking and workshops
February - April 2025: Financial Literacy Coaching, StitchFix
October-December 2024: CliftonStrengths Coaching and Retreat Workshop, #samsales Consulting
August-September 2024: CliftonStrengths Coaching and Workshop, Virtual, Jerónimo Martins (ARA)
April 2024: Strengths and Callings. DC 40 + of Greater Washington.
October 2023: Your Strengths Are Calling Workshop. New Jersey Center for Women.
April 2023: Gender equality and the workplace, Panel Member, Colegio Nueva Granada.
March 2022: Feminism and the workplace, Panel Member, Colegio Nueva Granada.
March 2022: Feminism, bias, and empathy. Workshop. Universidad Tecnológica de Monterrey.
compassionate, insightful, and a deep listener. PAULA helped me work through issues that limited my outlook. I’m grateful to continue working with her.
I am better, stronger, happier for it.
-LARA, ENTREPRENEUR