Meet Cathy Hodges
Founder of Increased Orbit. Business consultant and strategic advisor based in Dallas. Certified leadership coach and trainer.
I've spent my career growing businesses, leading teams, and working inside companies where decisions had real consequences. I founded Increased Orbit at 52 to bring that experience directly to founders, CEOs, and leadership teams.
I'm not interested in surface-level wins. The focus is sustainable progress that lasts.
My Experience
Worked for two billion-dollar corporations and four family-owned and operated companies
Helped lead two company acquisitions
Helped navigate two private equity transactions
Spoken at 15 company conferences in three years
Guided 70+ leaders through my 12-week leadership development series
How I Work
My approach is grounded, direct, and practical.
I focus on:
Identifying what truly drives growth
Eliminating unnecessary complexity
Strengthening decision-making
Building systems that support long-term success
My coaching is brain-based: it uses how people actually think, learn, and change, so new habits stick after our conversations end. I also use Positive Intelligence to help leaders recognize the habits of mind that hold them back.
Certifications
Positive Intelligence (PQ) Coach
Brain-Based Conversation Skills, NeuroLeadership Institute
Ziglar Legacy Certified Trainer
Every engagement is tailored, but the foundation remains the same: CLARITY CREATES MOMENTUM
Why Increased Orbit Exists
Increased Orbit was built on a clear belief: when the right people win, everything changes. My purpose is helping others win.
My role is not to tell you what you already know. It's to help you see what matters most and act with confidence.
Outside of Work
Dog mom to two. Proud aunt to three amazing young men. Early adopter of AI, still learning every day, and most likely to ask the question no one else will.