“I’m Erica Stanulis, founder of Follow the Sun, a consulting practice that was born out of one clear realization: what’s projected outside doesn’t always match the reality inside. After working for a well-known brand with a strong external image but an unhealthy internal culture, I knew there had to be a better way. That’s what drove me to design experiences that help leaders build high-performing, healthy organizations from the inside out—all while keeping pace with today’s fast-changing business landscape.
Here’s the truth: Neuroscience and psychology show us that change is hardest when we’re under pressure—when we’re navigating volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous (VUCA) environments. Those are the moments when new behaviors are most necessary, yet old habits often take over.
That’s why I started Follow the Sun in 2017. I wanted to help leaders go beyond the same old methods. Every retreat, workshop, and experience is customized to give clients what I call their superpower—the power of pause. This pause creates the clarity needed to make bold, confident decisions and lead with purpose.
Seven years in, we’ve helped leaders across industries deliver on complex business goals with a human-centered approach. And the impact? Incredible. We’ve seen leaders and their teams hit new levels of performance, innovation, and fulfillment.
At Follow the Sun, we focus on two main offerings:
Our Executive Breakthrough Retreats for Women spark real conversations about the challenges of leading high-performing teams, while addressing the unique pressures women face in executive roles. Participants leave with greater leadership effectiveness, increased resilience, and more influence within their organizations.
And with our Top Team Development Journeys, we co-create cultures that thrive by blending business agility, neuroscience, and Equity and Belonging. These workshops leave teams with a clear path to healthier, more effective performance, giving them the energy to innovate and create lasting impact.
Take a look around the site, find what speaks to you, and join us in rediscovering the best in people, technology, and operations.”
Erica Stanulis is the founder of Follow the Sun, a transformational consulting practice dedicated to reshaping leadership and team dynamics. With over 25 years of experience across industries such as Chemical, Automotive, Energy, Biotechnology, and Non-profits, Erica is known for her ability to unlock creativity and lead strategic transformations that prioritize both business outcomes and well-being. Holding an MBA in Leadership and Organizational Change from Pepperdine University and a BS in Chemical Engineering from Purdue University, Erica brings a holistic, human-centered approach to her work. Her practice draws on insights from neuroscience, equity, and leadership development to help leaders and teams reach their full potential. Based in Seattle, WA, Erica is passionate about creative writing and painting in her free time.