Gayla DeHart (she/her)
Gayla is a long time champion of women entrepreneurs and The Forum. She has a Ph.D. in Psychology, is a Family Business Advisor, a certified executive coach and former co-owner of Nurse Next Door Homecare Services and LiveWell Exercise Clinic. She is co-founder of the Franchise Growth Lab and has a thriving Family Business Facilitation practice, supporting family businesses and ultra high net worth families through transitions and growth with a focus on values-based legacy and governance.
Gayla has a long history of community engagement and is a recognized problem-solver, able to consider positions of multi-stakeholder issues with ease and clarity, bringing a nimble, entrepreneurial approach to complex matters. She blends big-picture viewpoints with tactical considerations to inspire, build trust, and achieve outcomes. As a family facilitator, she guides family members through difficult conversations, supports succession planning, collaborates with outside advisors, and is a trusted advisor on personal matters.