Career Coaching

Welcome to my profile! With over two decades of experience in talent acquisition and leadership roles at top companies like Cisco, UKG, and Ulta Beauty, I bring a wealth of knowledge to career development coaching. As the Principal and Coach at Root & Rise LLC, I specialize in helping individuals and organizations achieve clarity, alignment, and sustainable success. I've successfully coached team members and clients throughout my career, guiding them to rise with purpose and reach their career goals. Whether you're looking to refine your job search strategy, enhance your leadership skills, or navigate career transitions, I'm here to provide grounded guidance and support. Let's connect and chart a path to your professional growth!

As a former litigation paralegal for 3 years at a top NY law firm, I've worked with many college graduates to prepare their applications and interview for similar positions. I also took part in the interviewing process for paralegals at my firm. My time as a paralegal was a formative experience in my legal journey, and I'm excited to help you take that step!

I specialize in helping professionals navigate high-stakes career transitions, pivot into tech from non-traditional backgrounds, and position themselves for long-term career growth. My own path began in Civil Engineering, managing physical infrastructure projects, before I successfully transitioned into tech product management and scaled through roles at CrossInstall, Chartboost, Twitter, and Yelp. Having made an ambitious industry pivot myself, I understand the exact hurdles candidates face when translating real-world experience into tech-oriented value. I help clients cut through job search noise by refining their professional narrative, sharpening resume and LinkedIn positioning, and building clear strategies for applications & interview prep. Whether you are switching industries, targeting a major step up, or looking for practical guidance from someone who has sat on both sides of the hiring table, I provide actionable, candid advice to help you reach your goals.

Hello and welcome to my profile! With a robust background as a Software Engineer at top tech companies like Microsoft, Adobe, and Amdocs, I bring firsthand industry experience to my coaching. As a mentor at Scaler, I've guided over 100 individuals in their career development, helping them navigate the tech landscape and achieve their professional goals. My expertise spans across cutting-edge technologies and software development practices, making me well-equipped to assist you in advancing your career. Whether you're looking to break into the tech industry or climb the corporate ladder, I'm here to provide personalized guidance and support. Let's connect and chart a path to your success!

Experience from: Sony PlayStation, MasterClass, Decathlon, River Island. Coachees supported from: Google, Netflix, Walmart, Target, Paramount, Nvidia, Oracle, Salesforce, Spectrum, TikTok, Starbucks, Atlassian, Albertsons, Buzfeed, EssenceMediacom and many more. I have experience helping 250+ people gain clarity and confidence about their career paths and next steps. I can help you answer the following types of questions: - Break into Big Tech and 7 other industries, including Gaming - Learn about career strategy - Define a career path in line with you Goals - What roles and companies to target - Decide to leave or stay at your current company - Break into Marketing/Media

Hello and welcome to my profile! With a robust background in technology and business, I bring over a decade of experience in roles such as Senior Solutions Engineer at Salesforce and Senior Product Manager at Palo Alto Networks. My journey through these dynamic positions has equipped me with the insights and skills necessary to guide professionals in navigating their career paths, particularly in tech and product management. I hold an MBA in International Business and Global Leadership, which complements my practical experience and allows me to offer strategic career advice. Whether you're looking to break into the tech industry or advance within it, I'm here to help you achieve your career goals. Let's connect and create a tailored plan for your success!

I’ve spent the past decade helping people navigate the moments in their career where clarity really matters - choosing their next role, redefining their path, or figuring out how to move forward when things feel uncertain. My background spans consulting, startups, product leadership, fractional executive work, and coaching founders and operators across industries. Along the way I’ve become a go-to person for helping others understand what they want, articulate their strengths, and make grounded decisions about their future. My coaching is practical, structured, and human. I help you slow down the noise, understand your options, and build a clear plan you can trust. Whether you’re exploring a new direction, preparing for interviews, repositioning your story, or trying to break into a new industry, I bring calm, clarity, and honest guidance. My goal is simple: help you make decisions you feel good about and move toward opportunities that actually fit who you are.

I’m a Senior Engineering Manager at Adobe with over 20 years of experience leading teams, driving innovation, and creating solutions that impact millions of users worldwide. Throughout my career, I've had the privilege of working with brilliant minds to build cutting-edge products and lead high-performance teams. In addition to my technical expertise, I’m deeply passionate about coaching and mentoring individuals to unlock their full potential. I’ve worked with engineers and managers to accelerate their growth, navigate career transitions, and enhance their leadership skills. My approach is rooted in active listening, empathy, and tailored guidance that aligns with each individual’s strengths and aspirations.

As a student at a non-target school aiming for big tech, I know how tough the job search can be. I wish I’d had someone to coach me on recruiting for internships/full-time jobs and applying to graduate school. I want to share the strategies I’ve refined over years to help you achieve your dreams—whether it be attaining your dream job, getting into your dream school, or just becoming a better person.

I help clients build careers—and lives—they truly love by drawing on a cross-functional background that spans investment banking, private equity, venture capital, and founding my own startup. I began in investment banking at Citi (Healthcare) and Morgan Stanley (TMT) and then worked in private equity at BDT Capital Partners, advising on multibillion-dollar transactions and serving as a campus recruiting captain and interviewer. From there, I moved into venture capital, evaluating early-stage consumer deals and supporting founders at Harbinger Ventures. After earning my MBA from Wharton, I founded CFO 4 ALL, which has since been accepted into eight accelerator programs, including MassChallenge, Pennovation, VIP-C, VIP-Inc, BASE, Elev-X, and more. Along the way, I’ve mentored founders, coached job seekers, and helped professionals navigate competitive hiring funnels across IB, PE, VC, and startups. My approach to career coaching blends structured strategy with personal clarity—helping you articulate where you want to go, why it matters, and the concrete steps needed to get there. Whether you're pivoting industries, recruiting for finance roles, exploring entrepreneurship, or designing a more fulfilling path, I’ll help you move forward with clarity, confidence, and intention.