About Karen Bentley

A Proven Leader in Executive Coaching and Business Growth

About Karen Bentley

A Proven Leader in Executive Coaching and Business Growth

Experience That Delivers High-Impact Results

With over 30 years of experience in healthcare, medical sales, and community leadership, Karen Bentley brings a wealth of expertise to executive coaching and business consulting. Her unique background in corporate leadership, direct patient care, and public service allows her to provide real-world solutions that drive measurable success for her clients.

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Karen Bentley, MHA

CEO, Bentley Consulting Group, LLC

Karen is passionate about developing strong, effective leaders who are equipped with the right tools to succeed both professionally and personally. Her impressive track record includes:

  • Sales success with a Fortune 100 pharmaceutical company
  • Building and leading high-performing teams in the complex healthcare industry
  • Four-term service on the Mecklenburg County Board of County Commissioners
  • Board leadership roles for multiple nonprofits

She understands the challenges of leadership and provides authentic, results-driven guidance to clients who value professional growth and lifelong learning.

Founder & President of Bentley Consulting Group

As the Founder and President of Bentley Consulting Group (BCG), Karen is dedicated to helping executives, business owners, and leadership teams engage and mobilize their people, navigate change, expand influence, and drive business growth.

Her approach is built on trust, collaboration, and long-term relationships, ensuring that every client receives customized strategies to meet their unique challenges and goals. She goes above and beyond to deliver measurable results, helping organizations foster a culture of leadership and continuous improvement.

Karen Bentley, MHA

CEO, Bentley Consulting Group, LLC

Karen is passionate about developing strong, effective leaders who are equipped with the right tools to succeed both professionally and personally. Her impressive track record includes:

  • Sales success with a Fortune 100 pharmaceutical company
  • Building and leading high-performing teams in the complex healthcare industry
  • Four-term service on the Mecklenburg County Board of County Commissioners
  • Board leadership roles for multiple nonprofits

She understands the challenges of leadership and provides authentic, results-driven guidance to clients who value professional growth and lifelong learning.

Founder & President of Bentley Consulting Group

As the Founder and President of Bentley Consulting Group (BCG), Karen is dedicated to helping executives, business owners, and leadership teams engage and mobilize their people, navigate change, expand influence, and drive business growth.

Her approach is built on trust, collaboration, and long-term relationships, ensuring that every client receives customized strategies to meet their unique challenges and goals. She goes above and beyond to deliver measurable results, helping organizations foster a culture of leadership and continuous improvement.

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Our Methodology: A Data-Driven, Results-Oriented Process

At BCG, we believe that leadership transformation starts with clarity, strategy, and accountability. Every coaching engagement is custom-designed in partnership with the client, ensuring that leaders receive the specific guidance they need to accelerate their growth and impact. Our proven coaching methodology includes:

Comprehensive Assessments

Identifying client strengths, leadership gaps, and opportunities.

Strategic Goal-Setting

Defining clear, measurable outcomes aligned with business objectives.

Tailored Action Plans

Creating step-by-step strategies with timelines and milestones.

Ongoing Guidance & Accountability

Providing actionable feedback and continuous support to drive long-term success.

Our Methodology: A Data-Driven, Results-Oriented Process

At BCG, we believe that leadership transformation starts with clarity, strategy, and accountability. Every coaching engagement is custom-designed in partnership with the client, ensuring that leaders receive the specific guidance they need to accelerate their growth and impact. Our proven coaching methodology includes:

Comprehensive Assessments

Identifying client strengths, leadership gaps, and opportunities.

Strategic Goal-Setting

Defining clear, measurable outcomes aligned with business objectives.

Tailored Action Plans

Creating step-by-step strategies with timelines and milestones.

Ongoing Guidance & Accountability

Providing actionable feedback and continuous support to drive long-term success.

Who We Work With

We partner with individuals and organizations to drive change that wouldn’t be possible alone. Our clients include:
  • Senior leaders transitioning into new roles Helping them ramp up quickly and make an immediate impact.
  • Executives seeking career breakthroughs Equipping them with strategies to overcome barriers and advance.
  • Executives looking to expand leadership influence Strengthening leadership presence and decision-making.
  • Organizations aiming to improve culture and retention Reducing turnover and fostering a leadership-driven workplace.
  • Business owners preparing for a successful sale or transition Developing succession strategies to maximize value.

Unlock Your Leadership Potential with Karen

Great leaders aren’t born—they’re developed. Whether you’re an executive looking to refine your leadership approach or an organization seeking strategic guidance, Karen Bentley and Bentley Consulting Group are here to help you achieve lasting success.
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