from founder Chris Wallace Caldwell I have to admit that in my career, there was a time when I was a bit more focused on the "serious" manifestation of my work. You know ... stay on task, use big words, write important things, get tasks done. I certainly . . .
Create space for change
We are coaches, facilitators, and planners serving mission-driven leaders and social impact organizations. We drive Leadership Transformation, Organizational Excellence, and Community and Social Impact.
Catalysis (kuh-TAL-uh-sis) is the process of accelerating change or transformation. For us this means our work is to create the time, encouragement, and tools you need to spark that transformation.
Our approach is collaborative, not prescriptive, bringing out your strengths and uncovering new possibilities.
WHy Work With Us
Exceptional Coaching, Consulting, & Facilitation
We fall in love with our clients! We really care about the outcomes and people involved. Together we develop a unified vision of the future you want to create and design an approach for how you'll get there.
We create space for you to do your best, world-changing work.
- We question and disrupt systems and practices that do not work for you, your team, or your community.
- We pay attention to the dreams, needs, and concerns of the collective.
- We value small changes that have the power to shape mountains.
- We are flexible in our approach, knowing that the right work takes time.
We build equity and belonging into all we do.
- We focus on the world you want to create, the impact you want to make.
- We are not neutral with respect to equity and justice.
- We believe inclusive approaches are paramount to your success.
- We listen and learn from you as we travel toward your future.
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What Our Clients Have to Say
My heart is so full after our team retreat. Your thoughtful activities and empathetic facilitation guided us through a great day.
Everyone walked away feeling seen, heard, and energized. Thank you SO much. It means the world to me.
Finance Director,
Multnomah County
The team at Catalysis are, without a doubt, committed to high potential outcomes and transformational change.
Holding space for dialogue with both focus and receptivity, Chris and her team support and inform what needs to happen next in any situation with grace, humor, and integrity.
Director, City of Portland Environmental Services
I grew up in a marginalized community where STEM was underrepresented. Executing the SEEK program was beyond meaningful to me – these children reminded me of my younger self.
This program is so impactful and can help kids raise the expectation of what their life could be if only they imagined.
Employee Volunteer,
AbbVie SEEK Program
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From founder Chris Wallace Caldwell
Catalysis LLC has been around for over 14 years, but there was a period of time when I agonized about the decision to form my own company.
Want to know why we think facilitation can change the world? Listen to Chris’ conversation with Trudi LeBrón, founder of the Institute for Equity-Centered Coaching. In this episode, Chris explores the relationship between coaching, facilitation, and the future. She and Trudi break down this intersection between coaching and facilitation, whether or not facilitation is truly
We have been wanting to share our new leadership team coaching program in greater detail, and now feels like the perfect time. Our most recent cohort of our GRACE™️ Leadership Team Coaching program wrapped up at the start of the year and we heard from the group how it went. A little context firstLast fall we
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The area we reside and work in around Portland, Oregon was occupied by the Multnomah, Wasco, Cowlitz, Kathlamet, Clackamas, Bands of Chinook, Tualatin, Kalapuya, Molalla, and many other tribes. The rich resources of this region brought countless tribes from across the Pacific Northwest to engage and in trade, cultural exchange, and celebrations. We recognize the incredible resilience and vibrant culture of these people despite hundreds of years of colonialism.
In 2001, the Chinook Nation obtained federal recognition from the U.S. government, however, the U.S. government rescinded this recognition eighteen months later. We honor the continuing fight for recognition by the Chinook and other tribes who made the lands we stand on their own.
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