“He didn’t just lead—he loaded baggage alongside his team to build trust. His clarity, humility, and results-driven mindset make him an asset at any level.”
“Richard is a quiet, trusted force. He listens deeply, simplifies complexity, and always finds a way forward.”
Richard DeCarlo
Senior Advisor, Leadership Coaching & Organizational Consulting
Richard DeCarlo brings over 40 years of executive leadership across corporate, nonprofit, and military-affiliated sectors to his role as Strategic Advisor at Catalyzed Impact. Known for his calm presence, operational clarity, and principled leadership, Richard helps organizations cut through complexity, align around purpose, and move forward with confidence.
Clients turn to Richard not only for his insight—but for his partnership. Whether advising board members, restructuring operations, or coaching C-suite leaders through pivotal transitions, he approaches every engagement with humility, discipline, and a deep respect for the people behind the mission.
At Catalyzed Impact, Richard provides guidance and executive support in:
Organizational Design & Strategy: Launching new divisions, driving operational realignment, and aligning teams around measurable outcomes and OKRs.
Leadership Coaching & Team Development: Supporting executives through change, empowering managers with clear direction, and creating alignment across leadership levels.
Crisis Management & Change Navigation: Bringing calm, clarity, and perspective to high-stakes environments—from global disruptions to internal organizational pivots.
Board Strategy & Governance: Advising boards and leadership teams on decision-making frameworks, ethical leadership, and strategic growth.
Market Development & Revenue Growth: Leading P&L initiatives, sales operations, and route development strategies with a track record of delivering results.
A founding member of a national 501(c)(3) coalition of senior military and civilian leaders, Richard regularly collaborates with Generals, Admirals, Surgeons General, attorneys, and high-ranking government officials. His leadership reflects the rigor, integrity, and adaptability required at the highest levels of service.
Richard’s Approach:
Clarity & Cadence: His mantra—clarity of and consistent cadence in communication—ensures aligned action and steady progress.
Simplicity in Strategy: Influenced by elite teams like the U.S. Navy SEALs, Richard values mission focus, simplicity, and practical execution.
Empathetic, Elastic Leadership: A coach at heart, he leads with emotional intelligence, flexibility, and the ability to unify diverse voices around a shared vision.
Richard holds extensive experience in:
Executive Leadership (Domestic & International)
Sales Strategy & Market Expansion
Corporate Governance & Regulatory Affairs
Board and Executive Coaching
Organizational Turnaround & Operational Realignment
Through every engagement, Richard brings what clients need most: calm in the chaos, clarity in the uncertainty, and the courage to act with purpose.