--- title: About Us l Arête Purpose l Franklin Indiana description: Arête Purpose Consulting leads professional, personal and organizational change through Strategic Planning, Wisdom Work and Training. image: https://aretepurpose.com/hubfs/Meta-About.png --- [![Arete Purpose l Franklin, Indiana](https://aretepurpose.com/hubfs/New-Arete-Logo-2025-Website-Color-Rev-2.png) ![Arete Purpose l Franklin, Indiana](https://aretepurpose.com/hubfs/Arete-Logo-2025-Website-Color-Rev-2.png)](https://aretepurpose.com?hsLang=en) [LET'S CONNECT](https://aretepurpose.com/contact-us?hsLang=en) Toggle navigation Toggle navigation - - - [CHANGE](https://aretepurpose.com/change) - [Beth's Therapy Services](https://aretepurpose.com/therapy-services) - [Strategic Planning](https://aretepurpose.com/strategic-planning) - [Leadership Coaching](https://aretepurpose.com/leadership-coaching) - CHRONIC TALK - [Overview](https://aretepurpose.com/chronic-talk) - [Community](https://aretepurpose.com/chronic-talk-community) - [WISDOM WORK](https://aretepurpose.com/wisdom-work) - [STUDIO STILLNESS](https://aretepurpose.com/studio-stillness) - ABOUT US - [Our Experience](https://aretepurpose.com/about-us) - [Our People](https://aretepurpose.com/about-us#people) - [Something To Share](https://aretepurpose.com/news) - [Directions](https://aretepurpose.com/directions) - CONTENT - [Blogs](https://aretepurpose.com/blogs) - [Videos](https://aretepurpose.com/videos) - [Books](https://aretepurpose.com/books) - [Email Sign Up](https://aretepurpose.com/email-sign-up) - [CONTACT US](https://aretepurpose.com/contact-us) - [SEARCH](https://aretepurpose.com/search) # About Us ### Transformative ## **Personal, Professional, Organizational** ### Experiences We believe in living and working with purpose. It’s what we do every day in our personal and professional lives. And it’s why we choose to help others rediscover theirs. Inspired by the ancient Greek idea of *Arête*, meaning “the pursuit of one’s highest potential,” we help people and organizations navigate lasting change in order to reach their full potential and achieve meaningful purpose. [CONTACT US](https://aretepurpose.com/contact-us?hsLang=en) ![Leadership-Coaching](https://aretepurpose.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Leadership-Coaching.png?width=1000&height=740&name=Leadership-Coaching.png) --- ## What We Offer ### **Engaging Content** We publish wisdom-focused resources that guide your growth journey. Online Wisdom Courses Videos, Podcasts Books, Emails [LEARN MORE](https://aretepurpose.com/content?hsLang=en) ### **Enlightening Connections** We lead creative online and in-person groups that inspire learning and purpose. Chronic Illness Trauma Wisdom Work Creative Experiences (Art, Writing) [LEARN MORE](https://aretepurpose.com/wisdom-work?hsLang=en) ### **Empowering Direction** We facilitate meaningful personal, professional and organizational change. Strategic Planning Therapy Services Leadership Coaching [LEARN MORE](https://aretepurpose.com/change?hsLang=en) --- ## Our People We have been leaders in business, education and the nonprofit sector. We have charted many courses and navigated numerous opportunities and challenges. We believe our knowledge and experience – coupled with our passion – make us a perfect partner in your change journey. ### Beth Johnson LMFT, LCSW ##### Partner Beth integrates your Knowledge with your Experience to achieve an Awareness of what's possible in your life and career. She is a practicing individual and family therapist, an artist and a published author. **Her Focus** Wisdom Group Work Personal Change Content Creation Creative Experiences [MEET BETH](https://aretepurpose.com/elizabeth-johnson?hsLang=en) ![Beth Johnson, Partner, Arête Purpose l Franklin, Indiana](https://aretepurpose.com/hubfs/Team-Beth-Johnson.png) ### Jeff Owen ##### Partner Jeff has been involved in Strategic Planning and Change Management for more than 30 years as a corporate partner, publishing executive and consultant. He spent many years as an award-winning newspaper reporter, editor and publisher; was a college adjunct instructor for 10 years; and has been a college and university guest speaker. **His Focus** Strategic Planning Consultation Leadership Coaching Wisdom Work Group Content Creation [MEET JEFF](https://aretepurpose.com/jeffrey-owen?hsLang=en) ![Jeff-Owen-B&W](https://aretepurpose.com/hubfs/Jeff-Owen-B%26W.png) ### Maria Gray-Gerhart PhD ##### Facilitator Maria is an author and speaker who empowers audiences through engaging talks and impactful art and writing. As the author of "Always Sunshine Yellow,", her contributions center on leadership development and personal growth. Her work integrates academic insights with practical strategies, fostering meaningful connections and inspiring change. **Her Focus** Creative Experiences Content Creation Workshops, Seminars Chronic Illness Trauma Programs [MEET MARIA](https://aretepurpose.com/maria-gray-gerhart?hsLang=en) ![Maria-1](https://aretepurpose.com/hubfs/Maria-1.png) #### Let's Begin ### a Courageous Conversation  about subscribing to our content, participating in a wisdom group or navigating change for you or your organization. [CONTACT US](https://aretepurpose.com/contact-us?hsLang=en) - - - - [mailto:jeff@aretepurpose.com](mailto:jeff@aretepurpose.com) *Artwork created by [Beth Johnson](https://aretepurpose.com/elizabeth-johnson?hsLang=en), Arête Partner.* **Arête** 48 West Madison Street Franklin, IN 46131 © 2026 [Arête Purpose LLC](https://aretepurpose.com?hsLang=en) All Rights Reserved - [Privacy Policy](https://aretepurpose.com/privacy-policy)