Hi! I’m Courtney Hodges.

Founder of Cambrian Coaching & Consulting.

Whether seeking to enhance your path and fulfill your purpose, or striving to align your team and achieve strategic goals, Cambrian can support you.

With experience as the Head of People and Culture at XD Agency and as the People Experience Director at CID Design Group, I bring a real-world understanding of business operations, organizational effectiveness, leadership development, strategic planning, and human resources. These roles have equipped me with the insights and skills to help leaders and teams navigate challenges, drive growth, and achieve lasting success.

Prior Experience

Before leading at creative organizations, I spent 12 years in non-profit and religious settings, specializing in support services, religious leadership, and social advocacy. My early career focused on hands-on community service, including building homes in Appalachia, teaching in Thailand, organizing fundraisers, leading community change initiatives, serving as a hospital chaplain, and advocating for justice.

I hold an Executive Coaching Diploma from Emory University, am Birkman Certified, and am a SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP). Additionally, I am an ordained minister with a Master of Divinity in Urban Ministry from Mercer University’s McAfee School of Theology.

“Courtney is one of the most engaging, intelligent, and innovative people I've ever met. Collaborating with her is such a positive experience and the sheer amount of ideas she brings to the table is truly impressive. She approaches every conversation and project with empathy, intention, and research.” — Graphic Designer