Meet Alice Carleton | Founder & Principal Consultant at True Intent

There are 3 words I live by in my work and my life. Whether I’m navigating a challenging situation, grappling with a decision, or creating something from scratch — I’ll ask myself, “Am I being Thoughtful, Courageous, and Strategic?” THOUGHTFUL—reflective and considerate. COURAGEOUS—some level of personal risk and vulnerability. STRATEGIC—creating relevant impact.

This philosophy—shaped by 18+ years developing high-performing teams and winning strategies, building out my own coaching & consulting practice since 2015, a master’s degree in leadership ethics, and my fair share of life experience—directly informs my coaching style and how I work with each of my clients.

Leader | Entrepreneur

Lead like you’ve got nothing to lose.

(Especially, when you do.)

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT | TEAM EFFECTIVENESS | ORGANIZATIONAL CULTURE

True Intent is a bespoke coaching and consulting firm led by Founder, Alice Carleton, since 2015. We coach and advise entrepreneurs, emerging leaders, and organizations of all sizes to level up confidence, hone essential traits, build healthy culture, and create the greatest impact at all stages of development.

Our customized programs are tailored to our clients’ goals and priorities. We are honored to be a trusted sound board, expert in the room, and strategic partner to our clients. All that we do is designed to provoke new insight, inspire thoughtful action, and co-create notable achievements and measurable results. We look forward to helping you take informed risks and bold actions that truly count—as a leader, team, or organization.



WHO WE COACH & CONSULT

What best describes you and your goals?

Entrepreneur | Business Leader | True Intent

SOLOPRENEUR / PROFESSIONAL

  • Ideation / Strategy / Goal-setting

  • Confidence / Presence / Gravitas

  • Next-level Communication Skills

  • Emotional Intelligence / Social EQ

  • Bandwidth / Stress Management

  • Career Advocacy & Development

  • Internal & External Interviewing

  • And more!

Co-founders | Business Partners | True Intent

FOUNDER / BUSINESS LEADER

  • Ideation / Mission / Goal-setting

  • Leadership Presence / Gravitas

  • Pitching and Presentation Skills

  • Crucial Conversations & Feedback

  • Persuasion Skills / Conflict Resolution

  • People Leadership / Culture Mapping

  • Next-level EQ / Confidence

  • And more!

Team | Organization | True Intent

STARTUP / TEAM / ORGANIZATION

  • Values-Vision / Mission / Goal-setting

  • Organizational Design / Roadmapping

  • Healthy & Sustainable Culture / DE&I

  • Engagement / Motivation / Team-building

  • Learning & Development / Upskilling Programs

  • Career Development & Career Mapping Tools

  • Change Management / OD Interventions

  • And more!

 

Client Testimonials

 

A few (very kind) words from our clients:

 

CEROS | INTERACTIVE CONTENT CREATION PLATFORM | NEW YORK, NY

The leadership and innovation Alice brought to our people & culture strategy, combined with the level of coaching and mentorship she provided our people managers all at levels has made Alice a trusted advisor and confidant, as well as a true partner to me and the executive team. Our managers are not only more confident and better-equipped in leading their teams, while not expected, Alice has also positively impacted the personal development of much of our team.

—JENNIFER SCHWALB | CHIEF PEOPLE OFFICER AT CEROS

 

“Confidence as a leader comes from taking micro and macro risks. Not isolating in your thoughts or decisions. Considering the impact of your words and actions. Developing trust in your gut instinct. And, even when you have much to lose—leading anyway.”
— Alice Carleton, Founder at True Intent