What if you had a trusted space — just for accounting professionals — to get real guidance on the things that matter most? Not another CPE course. Not a generic leadership seminar. Actual coaching, in a small group, with people who understand the profession you're in.

That's exactly what the COCPA Coaching Collaborative (CCC) is designed to be. And if you want a front-row introduction, there's no better place to start than the upcoming free webinar: Unstuck & Unstoppable: Introducing the COCPA Coaching Collaborative, taking place on April 30, 2026, from 11:00–11:30 AM MDT.

What's the Webinar About?

This free, 30-minute virtual event is your chance to get an inside look at the CCC before committing to a cohort. The introductory event will walk you through what CCC is, how it works, and how it can help you advance your career, navigate transitions, and find clarity in your personal and professional life. cocpa All three cohort coaches will be on hand to share what their programs are about and answer questions.

It's complimentary, it's conversational, and it could be the 30 minutes that changes the direction of your year. You can register directly on the COCPA website.

So, What Is the COCPA Coaching Collaborative?

The COCPA Coaching Collaborative offers targeted, small-group experiences led by expert coaches who understand the accounting profession inside and out. cocpa Whether you're building your firm, planning for what comes after your career, or trying to figure out how to thrive as a working parent in a demanding profession, CCC was built with you in mind.

Here's the structure: each cohort combines three private one-on-one coaching sessions with three collaborative group sessions — giving you both personalized guidance and the power of peer connection. Groups are intentionally kept small — just 5 to 10 members — so the experience is intimate and high-quality, not a webinar with a chat box.

All registrants also earn 3 CPE credit hours upon completion, and the special member rate is $997 for the full program (six sessions total).

New cohorts are launching in Spring 2026, so now is the time to learn more and get signed up.

Meet the Coaches

The CCC's coaches aren't just credentialed — they're professionals who have lived the profession and made the pivot to helping others navigate it.

Kenya Haupt is the founder of Change Your Game Coaching and brings more than 30 years of experience from PricewaterhouseCoopers, where she worked in human capital and leadership development. Kenya is also a Lead Trainer for the Institute of Professional Excellence in Coaching (iPEC), and has been in that role since 2020, mentoring aspiring coaches as part of their credentialing process. She holds a PCC designation through the International Coach Federation and is known for her high energy, accountability, and ability to build deep trust with clients.

Doug Slaybaugh is the founder of The CPA Coach and brings both a CPA license and a Professional Certified Coach credential to every engagement. He has more than a decade of coaching experience, hundreds of successful coaching engagements, and more than 25 years spent in and around public accounting — from the largest firms in the world to regional practices. His approach is practical and down-to-earth, focused on helping firm leaders grow revenue, sharpen strategy, and build more sustainable careers.

Carla Greenan is the owner of 3Be Coaching and a Professional Certified Coach who started her career as a CPA before spending 23 years at a Fortune 500 company. Prior to leaving, she was a founding member of the company's Internal Executive Coaching Team, serving as an executive coach to leaders in transition throughout the organization. Carla now specializes in working parents, women in leadership, and professionals navigating major life and career transitions. She lives in Seattle with her husband, three kids, and a puppy.

The Three Cohorts

Each cohort is led by one of the coaches above and targets a distinct professional need:

Retirement by Design, led by Kenya Haupt, is designed for accountants who are approaching retirement or starting to think about what's next. The focus isn't just on logistics — it's on designing a life filled with purpose and intention after decades in the profession.

CPA Practice Strategies, led by Doug Slaybaugh, is built for firm leaders who recognize that the traditional public accounting model is under pressure. Participants will explore the underlying constraints preventing growth, compressing margins, and creating unnecessary pressure on themselves and their teams — and work toward a more intentional, effective strategy.

Kids and Careers, led by Carla Greenan, is a small-group coaching circle for ambitious working moms in professional services. It's designed to help participants move from chaos to calm confidence — not by doing more, but by redefining success on their own terms and setting boundaries that stick.

Ready to Learn More?

The April 30 webinar is free, short, and worth every minute. All three coaches will be present to walk you through the program and answer your questions in real time. If any of the cohorts above resonated with you, this is the perfect next step.

Register at cocpa.org and come ready to imagine what your next chapter could look like.