Catherine Plano PhD, MCC

Catherine Plano, PhD, MCC, is a globally recognized expert in positive psychology, leadership transformation, and human performance. As founder of Rise & Thrive Global and creator of the ICF-accredited AstroCoaching™ methodology, she has guided thousands of leaders and entrepreneurs through profound personal and professional breakthroughs.

A TEDx speaker (University of Melbourne, Grand Canyon University) and bestselling author, Catherine partners with universities and organisations to deliver science-backed strategies for sustainable high performance without burnout. Her work has been featured in major media outlets and she is known for delivering transformational keynotes that combine rigorous research with deeply human storytelling.

Whether addressing Fortune 500 companies or women's leadership forums, Catherine empowers audiences to break through limiting patterns, lead with authenticity, and build success that actually feels meaningful.