Meet Kristen Ripmaster

Helping ambitious women & conscious leaders rise—with clarity, courage & purpose.

Hi, I’m Kristen Ripmaster, founder of Ripmaster Coaching.

I’m a leadership coach, speaker, and career strategist for high-achieving professionals who are ready to realign their work with their why.

I spent 20+ years in corporate leadership roles, navigating growth, burnout, reinvention, and ultimately—transformation. Now, I help clients access that same evolution: the kind that’s bold, honest, and deeply aligned with who they are becoming.


I believe your next chapter is already inside you—coaching just gives it a voice.

My Journey

I had the career, the income, the stability. But every morning, I woke up to a life that didn’t feel like mine. My work paid the bills. It gave my family the life we dreamed of.

But it also slowly drained me. I lost my voice. I lost my spark. I lost myself. When my daughters asked, “How was your day, Mommy?” All I could say was: “It was a day.” That’s when I knew — I wasn’t living. I was just surviving. So I made the hardest move of my life: I left, without a perfect plan — just a whisper that said, “There has to be more than this.”

Since then, it’s been raw, real, and worth it. I’ve rebuilt my confidence. Found my voice again. And created a coaching practice that helps other women do the same. Now I work with high achievers who are quietly burning out in lives that look good on paper but feel off inside. We clear the noise, challenge the old story, and rewrite success on your terms — one aligned decision at a time.

My Work Today

I work with leaders, entrepreneurs, and high-performing women who are ready to realign — not burn out. Through 1:1 coaching, group programs, and consulting, I help clients:

  • Navigate big transitions with clarity and calm

  • Lead with purpose, not performance

  • Build emotionally intelligent teams and healthy work cultures

  • Make bold moves without losing themselves in the process

My Coaching Style:

  • Direct, not fluffy

    – I won’t waste your time with empty motivation

  • Rooted in mindset, grounded in action

    – We work on what’s under the surface, and what to do next

  • A safe place to be real

    – No judgment, just truth and growth

  • Made for real life

    – These aren’t “someday” shifts. They’re designed for now

Credentials & Background

Speaker, workshop leader & group facilitator

20+ years in corporate leadership (sales, strategy, HR)

Founder of Ripmaster Coaching

Based in North Carolina, working with clients globally

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This is for high-achieving women who are ready to stop spinning, reconnect to what they actually want, and finally build a life that feels like theirs. If you’re done performing and ready to shift — let’s talk.

STILL NOT SURE?

Frequently Asked Questions

What is coaching, and how is it different from therapy?

Therapy often looks back. Coaching is about where you are now, where you’re headed, and what’s getting in the way. It’s a forward-moving process rooted in clarity, honest conversation, and real change. We’re not digging around in your past — we’re building what’s next, with mindset tools that help you actually move.

Who do you typically work with?

I work with high-functioning achievers (executives, entrepreneurs, creatives, and professionals) who feel like they’re quietly losing their spark and wondering when someone’s going to notice they’re not okay. If you're feeling off, ready for a shift, or craving more meaning in your work or leadership, it’s likely we’re a great fit.

How do I know if coaching is right for me?

If you're asking yourself questions like:

  • "Is this it?"

  • "How do I step into more meaningful work?"

  • "Why do I feel successful but still unfulfilled?"

…coaching can help. Book a free clarity call to explore whether it’s the right time and fit.

What areas can we focus on in coaching?

We focus on what actually matters — not what looks good on paper. That might look like.

- Rethinking your career or what’s next in leadership

- Coming back from burnout without blowing up your life

- Showing up with real confidence (not the over-polished version)

- Leading a team without losing yourself

- Remembering what makes you feel alive — and letting that matter again

What is your coaching style like?

This isn’t mindset fluff or endless journaling — it’s a real-world intervention for high-functioning achievers who want their joy back, not just another plan to follow. Yes, we do mindset work. Yes, you’ll probably journal. But this isn’t cheerleader coaching. I’m not here to hype you up — I’m here to help you see what’s not working, shift it, and start living like you mean it. If you’re ready to show up for yourself, I’m in.

How do sessions work?

Most clients meet with me on Zoom weekly or every other week — we’ll figure out a rhythm that fits your life and what you’re working through. I also offer deep-dive intensives and occasional group programs when the timing’s right.

What are your rates?

If you’re measuring this by dollars alone, you’re asking the wrong question. Coaching is an investment in getting your clarity, your energy, and your life back. I offer a few options depending on how deep you want to go. If you’re ready to stop settling and start shifting — let’s talk and find what fits.

Can you work with my team or organization?

Absolutely. I lead workshops, coaching, and team sessions focused on leadership, emotional intelligence, and getting people reconnected to what actually drives great work. If your team is running on fumes or stuck in performative mode, let’s change that.

How do I get started?

If you’re here reading this, you’ve technically already started — something in you knows it’s time for a change. From here, it’s simple: book a free discovery call or email me directly at [email protected]. No pressure, no pitch — just a real conversation to see if we’re a fit and what working together could look like.