Senior coach – Career and professional coaching Programs  

Carolyn Speed is a seasoned career management professional and executive coach with extensive experience supporting doctors at every stage of their careers, from student to retiree. A Level 2 IECL-certified organisational coach, Carolyn has completed hundreds of hours of professional coaching, specialising in the medical field. She brings deep knowledge of training pathways, medical career progression—including key transition stages and private practice—and understands the unique challenges doctors face in taking up roles in the public health system.  

Carolyn has been instrumental in developing AMA Victoria’s Professional Development and Career Service, leading initiatives such as interview preparation, choosing a specialty, stepping up to consultant, retirement planning and the mentoring program – all tailored specifically for medical professionals.   Before transitioning into coaching, Carolyn worked as a senior lawyer and consultant, bringing broad expertise from both the public and private sectors. She holds a BA (Psych) and an LLB (Hons), complementing her coaching qualifications with strong analytical and communication skills.