Business Strategist. Growth Coach. Expert Facilitator.
I'm Tamara Carlen, a business owner, strategist, and coach who believes that clarity changes how we lead, make decisions, and move forward.
As the founder of Ensemble Coworking, I've spent more than a decade building a business centered on connection, collaboration, and community.
My 27 years of entrepreneurial experience also include advising business owners, facilitating leadership conversations, teaching entrepreneurship, and serving in public leadership.
I've worked with entrepreneurs and business leaders navigating growth, uncertainty, change, and the complicated decisions that come with running a business.
I understand that experience doesn't always translate into confidence. Sometimes we need the opportunity to step outside our own thoughts and see things from a different perspective.
My approach brings together strategic thinking, thoughtful conversation, and practical action.
I won't hand you a generic formula or pretend to have all the answers.
I'll help you ask better questions, recognize your capabilities, and determine what makes sense for you.
What People Say
Joe, Respiratory Coach
Tamara is great to work with. She helped my business partner and I identify anticipated obstacles and assisted in strategic planning to prepare for those obstacles. Her leadership models professionalism and breeds confidence as a business owner. I really appreciate Tamara's clear, direct communication style.
Michelle, Non-Profit Consultant
Tamara is such a keen listener and can quickly assess how to help someone. Since she has so much experience, she's able to give relatable advice and tips to improve. She coached me during my time perfecting my pitch for a business plan competition and I was so grateful for her steady and reassuring manner. I would 100% recommend Tamara to a business owner at any stage. She is the real deal and a very genuine person.
Christine, Bookkeeper
Tamara has a welcoming, encouraging way of helping others think through their ideas and see what's possible. When I was starting my business, she took the time to listen and share helpful advice. That support meant a lot to me, and I'd gladly recommend her to someone looking for thoughtful guidance as they start or grow their business.
