William Oldfather
Will is an Integral Coach dedicated to guiding high-achieving professionals toward careers filled with genuine purpose, clarity, and joy. The name Compass & Flame symbolizes his belief in the power of aligning work with one's values and authentic self (the compass), and the energy and meaning found when fully embracing one's purpose (the flame). Drawing from his diverse and international career in global consulting and workforce analytics, Will has experienced firsthand the importance of meaningful work and intentional career choices. This journey has deeply shaped his compassionate and insightful approach, enabling him to effectively support emerging leaders, high-performing professionals, and individuals at pivotal career inflection points as they navigate change with courage, curiosity, and clarity. Certified as an Integral Coach through New Ventures West and holding an MBA from UC Berkeley’s Haas School of Business, Will integrates structured coaching methodologies with practical insights from his professional background. He currently balances his coaching practice with his role as a Senior Manager at KPMG and lives in North Carolina with his wife and young son. Will invites clients into conversations designed to reconnect them with their inner compass and reignite their flame of joy, guiding them toward purposeful, fulfilling professional lives.

Featured Course

Foundations of Coaching

Coaching Certification

Foundations of Coaching

03/12/2024 - 03/14/2024 | Virtual (Pacific) | By Carole Henmi

Our introductory program, Foundations of Coaching, gives you hands-on experience with the Integral Coaching methodology, with plenty of space for conversation.