C. Holly Wilbanks

Founder | Principal consultant | Executive coach

Prior to starting The Wilbanks Consulting Group in 2015, Holly honed her expertise in leading organizations in the U.S. and abroad in the legal, human resources, and education industries. She has since worked closely with leaders across industries and business units on various people-centered strategies, programs, and projects. She is at her best when working with multiple leaders to identify patterns and gaps that emerge through people.​

The foundation for Holly’s coaching and consulting is the belief that everyone has unique value and skills. When combined with strengths, and a pulse on growth opportunities, the possibilities are endless. She coaches professionals and executives to pinpoint exactly makes them successful, while finding new ways to leverage those strengths, allowing Holly’s clients to develop new habits and strategies as their work and career demands shift over time. Her style is inquisitive, action-oriented, and often direct. This is what clients say makes Holly a truly impactful coach. ​

Holly has a Bachelor of Music from The Catholic University of America and is a Certified MBTI and CPI Practitioner. Holly is an Expert Contributor on CBS Pittsburgh’s Talk Pittsburgh television show where she discusses crucial topics related to career and employment through her regular segment, “Taking Care of Business.” She speaks at conferences and meetings about issues surrounding career and talent development.