Loretta Cate, D.PH is a seasoned leadership development professional and certified executive coach who brings over 30 years of industry experience and a unique blend of clinical expertise and business acumen to her work. With PharmD she stands out as a rare and invaluable resource on projects that require a deep understanding of both clinical dynamics and leadership effectiveness.

Throughout her 23-year career in the pharmaceutical industry, her role as Director of Leadership Development at Pfizer— Loretta has held senior positions in sales training, field leadership, HR, talent management, and commercial management. Her ability to translate complex scientific information into high-impact development solutions has made her a go-to partner for designing and facilitating programs that support emerging leaders, executive talent, and cross-functional teams.

At WLH Consulting and Learning Solutions (“WLH”), Loretta is relied upon to lead client engagements where clinical credibility, leadership capability-building, and organizational alignment intersect. She is a sought-after facilitator known for her warm, calming presence, ability to foster psychological safety, and innate talent for managing team dynamics with empathy and precision.

As a creative architect of leadership development journeys, she designs scalable, behavior-based solutions that support critical capabilities such as coaching, strategic thinking, and change readiness. She is also the founder and champion of WLH’s “Women in Leadership” initiatives, where she curates and delivers experiences that empower women to lead with confidence, authenticity, and influence.

Certified by The Coaches Training Institute (an affiliate of the International Coach Federation), Loretta brings the full weight of her clinical background, organizational insights, and coaching credentials to every client she serves, making her an instrumental force in shaping talent strategies that drive performance and impact.

Loretta holds a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Tennessee Center for Health Sciences with a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Tennessee.