Sterling F. Grey

About Sterling F. Grey

The higher you go in leadership, the less it’s about what you can deliver on your own.And the more it’s about how you guide, influence, and inspire others to deliver at scale.That’s where many strong performers hit a wall.You’ve earned your VP title or are on track as a high-potential Director. You know how to execute, solve problems, and deliver results. But leading at the next level asks for something different- Managing across functions with influence rather than authority- Building high-performing teams that operate with clarity and trust- Managing your time and energy strategically so you can stay effective- Creating a reputation that gets you noticed for the opportunities you want nextIt’s a tough transition. And most leaders aren’t given a real playbook. I’m Sterling Grey, Founder of Sterling Strategy Consulting.I work with ambitious leaders who want to bridge that gap — from high performer to enterprise leader. My coaching blends academic rigor (MBA + MAM), behavioral science expertise, and a decade of building systems that make leadership growth practical and repeatable.Everything we do together is designed to be useful from day one — conversations that turn into new habits, frameworks you can put into practice immediately, and strategies that scale with you as your responsibilities grow.My clients have achieved: A 90% promotion rate through coaching engagements Enterprise-wide talent transformations that fueled double-digit growth The confidence to lead with clarity, influence, and measurable resultsAt the end of the day, my mission is simple: helping leaders find their brilliance — and scale it.If you’re a VP or Director looking to step confidently into bigger leadership — let’s connect. I offer free consultations where we’ll discuss your goals, challenges, and what leadership at scale looks like for you. Send me a message here on LinkedIn to get started.

Experience

1. Associate Partner

   Carters & Company

   Jan 2025 — Present · FL, US

   At Carters & Company, I partner with executive teams to strengthen leadership capability and align organizations for growth. My work focuses on connecting business goals with the right people, structures, and systems — so strategy turns into performance.What this looks like in practice:• Coaching senior leaders to lead effectively across functions• Designing org structures that support collaboration and clarity• Building development programs that prepare teams for bigger challenges• Applying performance frameworks that keep leaders and teams focused on what matters mostImpact of Recent Engagements: • Helped executive teams sharpen leadership behaviors tied to measurable growth outcomes• Supported succession planning to ensure continuity in critical leadership roles• Delivered leadership development programs that increased team effectiveness and engagement

Education

• University of Westminster

  Study Abroad

• Binghamton University School of Management

  Bachelor of Science (BS)

• Yale School of Management

  Master's of Business Administration - MBA

  2013 — 2015

• Universidad De Polytechnic, Valencia Spain

  Study Abroad

Skills

• Consulting
• Business Strategy
• Management
• Team Building
• Strategy
• Business Development
• Cross Functional Team Building
• Microsoft Excel
• Pharmaceutical Sales
• Microsoft Word
• Team Leadership
• Project Management
• Pharmaceutical Industry
• Business Analysis
• Market Research
• Microsoft Office
• Sales
• Program Management
• Statistical Data Analysis
• Microsoft Powerpoint
• Microsoft Outlook
• Leadership
• Training
• Finance
• Entrepreneurship
• Management Consulting
• Market Analysis
• Data Analysis
• Life Science Industry
• Analysis
• Business Transformation
• Analytical Skills
• Life Sciences
• Marketing
• Team Management
• Business Planning
• Strategic Planning
• Public Speaking
• Financial Modeling
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership