The Cardea Group

The Cardea Group Specializing in C-Suite transitions, organizational transformations and adaptive strategies - Success Accelerated™

The Cardea Group is a leadership, communications and business consultancy that accelerates the success of high-performing leaders, teams and companies. The Cardea Group brings unparalleled expertise and award-wining methodologies to our clients, helping them navigate: transitions in leadership, multicultural and multi-generational work forces, the intersection of digital and traditional communications and scaling businesses in rapid growth environments.

Career transitions are some of the most pivotal and often most overlooked moments in a professional journey.Through ongo...
04/17/2026

Career transitions are some of the most pivotal and often most overlooked moments in a professional journey.

Through ongoing conversations with leaders and individuals navigating change, we have been listening closely. What we have heard is shaping something we look forward to launching very soon.

Stay tuned. Something different is on the way.

Behind every high-performing leader and organization is an advisor who brings clarity, discipline and strategic insight ...
03/04/2026

Behind every high-performing leader and organization is an advisor who brings clarity, discipline and strategic insight to the work.

Samantha Knight, vice president of Cardea, accelerates the success of executives, teams and organizations with more than a decade of leading strategic communications initiatives. She delivers strong performance in guiding cross-functional teams and partnering with senior leadership to develop, execute and evaluate integrated marketing and communications plans.

From digital strategy and executive visibility to brand building, stakeholder engagement and corporate communications, Samantha navigates the fast-paced, highly regulated business landscape with confidence, precision and care.

She currently serves as a director at large on the board of PRSA Charlotte, leading member engagement, and previously served on the New Professionals Committee. She has held volunteer leadership roles with Veterans Bridge Home, Make-A-Wish, Charlotte Ballet and the American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer. Her work has been recognized through Charlotte’s 10 Under 10 Award and PRSA Charlotte’s New Pro of the Year.

Client success grows with trusted advisors like Samantha — leaders who know how to elevate brands, strengthen engagement and deliver results that matter.

Happy holidays from Cardea! We wish you a season filled with gratitude, inspiration and hope. May the year ahead open ne...
12/18/2025

Happy holidays from Cardea! We wish you a season filled with gratitude, inspiration and hope.

May the year ahead open new doors, inspire bold goals and create opportunities that lead you toward continued growth and success. 🗝️

11/14/2025

Stories hold the power to connect us, inspire us and spark change. At the center of this connection are our libraries, fastening us to our favorite authors and creating a space to continue making memories through the stories that guide us.

It was an honor to sponsor the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Foundation’s annual event, Verse & Vino, in their continued efforts to celebrate storytelling and enrich our community through literacy and connection.

Thank you, Charlotte Mecklenburg Library, for continuing to inspire us and generations of readers every day!

Meet Rella. Our favorite tool to amplify the impact of strategic messaging.  From scheduling posts to understanding the ...
10/14/2025

Meet Rella. Our favorite tool to amplify the impact of strategic messaging.

From scheduling posts to understanding the data, this platforms helps us create, engage and grow.

Strategy + great tools = social media magic

Behind every high-performing leader is a mentor who brings insight, experience and strategy to the table.Mary Dowd, pres...
10/08/2025

Behind every high-performing leader is a mentor who brings insight, experience and strategy to the table.

Mary Dowd, president and CEO of Cardea, accelerates the success of executives, teams and organizations with nearly 30 years of leadership in strategic business initiatives across Fortune 100 companies.

From executive coaching and leadership development to brand strategy, integrated communications and corporate citizenship, Mary guides senior leaders through complex challenges and high-stakes decisions.

Before leading Cardea, Mary built and scaled communications functions for global organizations including BAE Systems, FORVIS (formerly DHG) and General Dynamics Armament and Technical Products. She led high-profile media events, community partnerships and executive engagement initiatives, all grounded in delivering results that matter.

Recognized as Charlotte Business Journal’s Most Admired CEO and honored by the Public Relations Society of America, Mary combines deep expertise with a commitment to mentoring leaders who turn vision into momentum.

Client success starts with mentors like Mary — leaders who know how to translate experience into impact.

Behind every great strategy is clear communication. Executive communications may not always show up on the balance sheet...
10/03/2025

Behind every great strategy is clear communication.

Executive communications may not always show up on the balance sheet—but it drives engagement, alignment and trust across your team.

Strong communication = stronger results.

Work with purpose, enjoy the moment and recharge intentionally. This summer, our team took time to recharge and invest i...
10/01/2025

Work with purpose, enjoy the moment and recharge intentionally.

This summer, our team took time to recharge and invest in our passions. Whether traveling near or far, or simply enjoying moments with family and friends. These snapshots reflect some of the adventures, the laughter and the fresh energy we bring back to the team.

Here’s to balance, well-being and making every season count!

We’re growing again! Our communications team is looking for a talented communications specialist who excels in writing a...
09/18/2025

We’re growing again! Our communications team is looking for a talented communications specialist who excels in writing and project management.

With a strong emphasis on writing, the communications specialist will collaborate with clients and colleagues to craft clear, compelling content across a variety of channels.

To learn more about this opportunity and apply, visit CardeaGroup.com/CommunicationsSpecialist.

Your career journey is more than a list of roles. It's deeply personal, reflective of your resilience, growth and the li...
09/04/2025

Your career journey is more than a list of roles. It's deeply personal, reflective of your resilience, growth and the lives you’ve impacted along the way.

One page can’t capture your journey—and it shouldn’t have to. Whether you’re in the market or not, now is the time to ensure your narrative showcases your unique value and attracts the right opportunities.

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