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I am a Senior Product Manager at Microsoft with over 10 years of experience in Big Tech, spanning Technical Support Engineering, Software Engineering, and Program Management roles. My background in areas like Learning & Development, Career Development, and Business Development has given me unique insights into what it takes to grow and thrive in any professional landscape. Throughout my career, I’ve navigated major career pivots, climbed the ranks in highly competitive fields, and helped others do the same. I understand the challenges of finding clarity, developing key skills, and positioning yourself for success in ever-changing industries. I specialize in helping professionals identify their strengths, build their confidence, and map out actionable plans for achieving their career goals. Whether you're exploring a career change, preparing for interviews, or seeking to grow in your current role, I’ll provide the strategies to get you there. With a focus on practical guidance, personalized support, and real-world insights, I’ll help you unlock your full potential and take control of your career. Together, we can make your next move your best one yet.

I bring a unique blend of HR leadership, talent development, certified coaching training, and higher education experience to my career development work. My exposure is diverse, having worked across the Tech, Entertainment, Corporate Real Estate, Financial Services, and Hospitality industries, at small startups and F500 companies alike. Before I was a coach, I was the person in the room making decisions about who gets promoted, who gets managed out, and who gets the stretch assignment. I served as Head of People at a Series C Fintech, building on a career in Leadership & Talent Development, primarily for high potentials from early career all the way up to C-Suite and founders. I hold an ICF Associate Certified Coach (ACC) credential and completed training through the Center for Executive Coaching. I coach the way I'd want to be coached: direct, honest, and grounded in your actual situation. I work with professionals who are navigating career inflection points - from feeling stuck or misaligned in their current role to figuring out how to grow internally or pivot into something that actually fits. Together, we cut through the noise, clarify what you want, and build a plan that’s grounded in your values, strengths, and real-world possibilities.

I've conducted more than 7,000 interviews and reviewed 100x as many resumes. Having been a Recruiter in tech for 8+ years, I've gained unique insights into what organizations look for when hiring people. Perhaps the most rewarding part of my job is being able to share these insights with friends, family members, and clients as they strive to achieve their career goals. Need to create or revise your resume? I know what recruiters are looking for. Got an interview next week? I can help you prepare. Nervous to negotiate an offer? I have extended and closed hundreds of them. I look forward to partnering with you on your journey to the career of your dreams!

Welcome to my profile! With a rich background in learning and talent development from top companies like Netflix, Google, and Wix.com, I bring a wealth of experience to career coaching. At Google, I developed the first YouTube Ad Sales certification program and actively participated in the Google Career Guru program, mentoring individuals to enhance their career trajectories. My role at Wix.com involved delivering over 400 workshops and coaching students on career transitions and entrepreneurship. Whether you're looking to pivot careers, enhance your skills, or navigate organizational changes, I'm here to guide you every step of the way. Let's connect and create a tailored plan to achieve your career goals!

With nearly 20 years of experience in career development and executive coaching, I am passionate about helping professionals achieve their career goals. As the former Assistant Dean for Career Development at Darden School of Business and Director of Career Services at UNC Kenan-Flagler, I have led teams dedicated to enhancing career management skills and fostering relationships with top recruiting companies. I founded Acorn Associates to continue empowering business executives seeking impactful career changes. Having coached thousands of individuals, I am here to guide you through your career journey with personalized strategies and insights. Let's connect and take your career to the next level!

I’ve navigated—and succeeded in—recruiting for nearly every major finance path from a consulting background: investment banking (J.P. Morgan M&A), private equity (Bain Capital), venture capital (early- and growth-stage roles in the U.S. and Korea), and hedge funds. What sets me apart is not just that I’ve explored these paths, but that I’ve actually worked in them, executed real deals, and seen how teams operate from the inside out. I was also part of a founding team that successfully raised a $100M inaugural VC fund—giving me firsthand insight into the economics, strategy, and long-term viability of building an investment platform. Having worked across North America and Asia, I bring a global perspective—why the U.S. market might make sense for some and not others, how to position yourself as an international candidate, and how to realistically assess your competitiveness across firms. I also coach candidates on the decision to pursue an MBA and how it plays into different finance career paths: when it adds leverage, when it doesn’t, and how to maximize its value depending on your goals. If you’re coming from MBB (as I did at BCG) or another non-finance background and you’re curious about breaking into finance—but unsure which direction to take—I offer clear, candid, and deeply informed guidance. My strength lies in helping you evaluate the big picture: not just how to break in, but whether you should, and what trade-offs each path entails—from compensation and lifestyle to long-term optionality. With experience at J.P. Morgan, Bain Capital, Northern Light VC, and BCG, I combine insider insight with practical coaching to help you chart the best course and execute with confidence. Whether you’re targeting IB, PE, VC, growth equity, or hedge funds, I’m here to help you get in—and make the most of it once you’re there.

Welcome to my profile! With over 18 years of experience as a personal injury attorney in Hawaii, I bring a wealth of knowledge in legal strategy and client advocacy to my career development coaching. My journey began as a judicial law clerk, providing me with a deep understanding of court procedures and decision-making, which I now leverage to help clients navigate their own career paths. As an attorney, I've been recognized as one of Hawaii’s Top 10 Personal Injury Lawyers and included among the Nation’s Top One Percent of Attorneys, underscoring my commitment to excellence and client success. Whether you're looking to break into the legal field or advance your career, I'm here to provide personalized guidance and support. Let's work together to achieve your professional goals!

As the former manager of the inStruct Program at LinkedIn and with 12 years of career coaching experience, I've seen what actually works from both sides of the hiring equation. I've helped professionals land roles at Google, Meta, and other top-tier companies. I've also landed myself at companies with less than 1% acceptance rates. When you understand what recruiters are actually looking for, everything changes. Whether you're pivoting careers or breaking into tech, I'll help you craft narratives that make decision-makers stop scrolling. Through resume overhauls, interview strategy, and LinkedIn optimization that opens the exact doors you're dreaming of.

My mentorship goes beyond conventional guidance—I focus on creating a personalized, goal-oriented roadmap that aligns with your aspirations. With a blend of career coaching expertise and hands-on support, I ensure your journey is structured, purposeful, and free from unnecessary stress. Every step is backed by my commitment to your growth, where your success isn’t just an objective but my mission. Together, we’ll transform challenges into opportunities and unlock your true potential.

With experience as a Hiring Manager and Operations Leader at two Fortune 500 companies and as the Career Services Director at two major university business schools, I have a proven track record of helping professionals achieve their career goals. More recently, I have worked through partnerships with top executive search firms and recruiters, as well as Storeyline Resumes. My clients have worked in Individual Contributor through CEO roles across all industries- including Finance, Technology, Consulting, Real Estate, Health Care, and more. Now I am offering my services directly to individuals like you. My expertise spans resume writing, LinkedIn profiles, professional job search, interview preparation, and executive coaching having worked with hundreds of clients to advance their careers with clarity and confidence. Whether you're looking to refine your resume or navigate a career transition, I'm here to provide customized guidance and support.