Welcome to Àrachas Coaching, a supportive space for people who want to lead, work and make decisions in ways that reflect their purpose and values.

I work with individuals, leaders and teams across all sectors, particularly social enterprises, B Corps, community organisations and ethical businesses, who are navigating change, complexity or growth, and need space to think clearly and move forward with confidence.

How I can support you

Through Àrachas Coaching, I bring together experience in:

• mission‑led organisations

• governance and organisational life

• legal and structural realities

• leadership development and coaching

This is combined with a supportive, practical coaching approach that centres on what matters most to you, your role and your context.

You might be here because:

• things are changing

• you’re feeling stretched as a leader

• you want your culture, strategy or governance to better reflect your values

• you need clearer headspace to work out what comes next

Wherever you are, you’re welcome here.

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Strength at the core

The word Àrachas means strength. I support people to build:

• strength in leadership

• strength in purpose

• strength in the systems, relationships and cultures that hold organisations together

About the practice

Àrachas Coaching is led by Karina Macleod, an experienced social entrepreneur, business advisor, coach and paralegal.

Since 2010, I’ve worked across Scotland’s social economy, supporting people and organisations with insight grounded in real‑world experience. Alongside years of legal and advisory work, I bring coaching, mentoring and strategic consultancy into a single, integrated place.

I’m also the founder and CEO of Àrachas³, a social enterprise providing governance, legal structure and capacity‑building support to the third sector. Àrachas Coaching builds on that foundation, offering individual‑ and people‑focused support across all sectors.

Learn more about Karina and the Àrachas story

Ways of working

Àrachas Coaching supports founders, leaders, teams and individuals at every stage — from early ideas to established organisations and through changes.

Services are delivered across Scotland:

• in person

• online (Teams or Zoom)

• by telephone

No matter the format, the approach is always supportive, practical and values‑led, helping you move forward with intention.

Ready to talk?

If you’re looking for space to reflect, challenge your thinking or find practical next steps, Àrachas Coaching may be the right place to start. View services or if you are ready to book, click below.