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As a former Director of Product Marketing at Microsoft and team leader across multiple organizations, I’ve mentored emerging and experienced professionals into confident, self-aware leaders. My coaching draws on lived experience managing high-stakes teams and navigating corporate matrix environments—always with empathy and realness. I’ve been the “first safe manager” for many, and I teach others how to build trust, communicate with clarity, and lead with impact.

Diana supports rising achievers in becoming compassionate leaders, new managers in their journeys from uncertain supervisors to rock star bosses, and both early career and experienced executives hone in on what they want from their careers in this season of life. She works with clients on the brink of growth and transformation, helping them to ensure their genius is at work, their values are in alignment and they are building a context for themselves and others to thrive.

Experience from: 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. With 15+ years of scaling performance-driven marketing functions across 45 markets and managing up to $100M/year in budget, I bring practical, executive-level insight to career growth, productivity, automation, and AI adoption. - Built and scaled global teams in under 6 months; I can help you craft a 30/60/90-day plan that builds trust and momentum from day one - From Specialist to Executive Advisor, I coach clients to identify visibility gaps, build influence, and unlock promotions - Aligning 200+ global stakeholders, I help turn misalignment into strategic partnerships. - Led orgs and large operations to deliver $20BN in revenue and coached to drive impact while protecting work-life balance - I have coached 900+ hours and 50+ senior professionals globally across Fortune 500 and startups - CXOs & Founders: CMO/Chief Marketing Officer, CDO/Chief Digital Officer, COO/Chief Operating Officer, CSO, CEO - SVP/Senior Vice President, VP/Vice President - Senior Director and Director

I've spent 15+ years in executive seats and operator roles at startups. I cofounded Omni, raising $35MM from top VCs, exited in 2019, where I scaled the organization from 3 to 80+ people, hired and managed executives, and set the operating cadence that let the company run beyond what I could touch personally. I was first VP of Product at a Series A construction tech startup, growing the product and engineering team from 3 to 18; Head of Brand and Design at a Series C hospitality operator. I've sat in the rooms my clients sit in, made the leadership calls they're making, and felt what holds teams together (and what cracks them) under real pressure. That lived operator experience is the foundation of how I coach. For the last 8 years I've coached 100+ founders, CEOs, executive team members, and senior leaders at early-stage and growth-stage companies backed by Y Combinator, Techstars, Lightspeed, Founders Fund, Index Ventures, Insight Partners, and others. The leadership challenges I most often work on: the transition from scrappy do-everything founder to scalable CEO, executive presence and communication, hiring and performance management, running effective one-on-ones, managing direct reports, designing org structure, building team culture, and repairing trust when it breaks. Beyond coaching them through these challenges, I also help leaders learn to lead with coaching themselves — taking a coaching and mentoring mindset into one-on-ones, feedback, and people development, so they develop their teams faster and spend less of their own energy doing it. My approach blends two practices most coaches keep separate: operator-informed tactical advisory on the hard skills of leading people, and the inner work of self-awareness, somatic practice, and the slow development of self-mastery that determines whether a leader can hold the role over time. The leaders who build both muscles scale further and stay healthier doing it.

Got a difficult boss? Struggling to influence without authority? Leading a team for the first time? I help ambitious professionals navigate the people side of career growth: managing up, building influence, handling workplace politics, leading teams, and preparing for promotions. Over the past year, I've coached dozens of professionals from organizations including Deloitte, PayPal, Liberty Mutual, The Hershey Company, as well as mid-market companies and startups. My clients have successfully earned promotions, transitioned into leadership roles, improved relationships with managers, increased their influence across teams, and navigated challenging workplace situations with greater confidence. Before becoming a coach, I spent 20+ years in leadership roles at Hershey, Ahold, and Cracker Barrel, where I led teams, developed leaders, and made hiring and promotion decisions. My clients have earned promotions, landed stretch assignments, successfully managed difficult bosses, built stronger teams, increased their visibility with senior leaders, and developed the leadership skills needed to advance their careers. My role is to help you get there faster.

Welcome to my profile! With over two decades of experience in leadership and engineering roles, I bring a wealth of knowledge to my coaching practice. As a Leadership Coach at both Women with Potential and Delta Leadership Institute, I specialize in empowering individuals to unlock their full potential and excel in their careers. My extensive background at John Deere, where I led digital transformation and managed large teams, equips me with the insights needed to guide you through complex leadership challenges. Whether you're looking to enhance your leadership skills or navigate career transitions, I'm here to support your journey. Let's connect and create a tailored plan to achieve your goals!

Leadership has been the common thread throughout my career—from serving as a U.S. Navy Captain to leading operations in the private sector. Along the way, I’ve learned that effective leadership isn’t about rank or title; it’s about building trust, making sound decisions, developing others, and adapting to change. I’m currently working toward full ICF accreditation and intentionally seeking opportunities to coach leaders at different stages of their careers. Whether you’re preparing for your first management role, leading an established team, or working through a difficult leadership challenge, my goal is to help you think more clearly, develop your own leadership approach, and leave each conversation with greater confidence and clarity.

Welcome to my profile! With over two decades of experience in international banking and leadership roles at HSBC and ICICI Bank, I bring a wealth of knowledge in driving innovation, growth, and client excellence across diverse markets. As a certified Executive Leadership Coach, I have successfully coached numerous high-caliber talents, helping them develop next-gen leadership skills and navigate complex organizational landscapes. My expertise lies in transforming sales models, digitizing operations, and fostering high-performing teams, all while maintaining a client-centric approach. If you're looking to enhance your leadership capabilities and achieve measurable impact, let's connect and create a tailored development plan for your success.

Teni Ayo-Ariyo is an HR Professional, a coach and a creative being. Teni holds a dual degree in Psychology and Gender Studies from Dartmouth College and an MBA from Duke University. Currently, she leverages her expertise in HR Strategy at Microsoft and offers services as a coach and workshop facilitator. Clients value Teni's unique blend of strategic thinking, empathetic listening, and practical experience. Her ability to cultivate authenticity and growth in others sets her apart, making her an ideal partner for achieving your goals.

I’ve spent my career working closely with founders, executives, and leadership teams as they scale businesses, navigate growth, and make high-stakes decisions. Today, I’m a Managing Director and General Manager at Exit Consulting Group, where I advise on strategy, operations, and M&A. In prior roles, I helped build and launch companies within AAA’s venture studio and worked across private equity and consulting, which gave me exposure to how effective leaders actually operate under pressure and uncertainty. Leadership is not something you learn from theory. It shows up in how you make decisions, communicate, prioritize, and lead people when the stakes are real. I’ve seen what works and what doesn’t across different environments, from early-stage teams to more established organizations. I work with people who are stepping into bigger roles or trying to operate at a higher level, helping them think more clearly, navigate complexity, and lead with intention rather than reacting in the moment.