Meet Chris Chaia.

Chris Chaia is the founder and CEO of Onwards Consulting. An experienced marketing executive and an accomplished coaching consultant, Chris brings to the table more than 30 years of experience in the financial services sector, including senior leadership roles with Fortune 100 companies such as Travelers, The Hartford, and Mass Mutual. As an International Coaching Federation certified coach (mid-2024), widely considered the gold standard in professional coaching, she draws upon her leadership experiences to closely partner with clients to see challenges and opportunities from new perspectives, build confidence, and set ambitious, results-oriented goal.

Chris’ high energy and passion in coaching others to aim higher and dream bigger comes from a belief in leading with both heart and courage. Authentically and with humor. She champions the idea that if you’re this successful doing work you don’t love, just imagine what you could do with the type of work you do love.

Her passion extends beyond the business sphere and into the broader community, where she has spent years mentoring emerging and established business leaders. She is also the recipient of the Distinguished Leadership Award for her civic contributions.

"True change is within. Leave the outside as it is."
Dalai Lama XIV