Top 10 Business Strategy Coaches (2025-2026)
Discover the top 10 Business Strategy Coaches in 2025-2026. Expert coaches with proven success in delivering business strategy.
Posted October 5, 2025
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If you’re aiming to break into business strategy, the right coach can change your trajectory. The coaches below bring experience across tech, private equity, and high-growth startups, translating complex strategy into outcomes. This curated list spans backgrounds and coaching styles so you can find the partner who fits your goals, identity, and stage. See all coaches here.
Chip L.
Experience: 2-time founder with an MBA from Kellogg who has had prior roles in investment banking, private equity, and operating a PE portfolio. Coaches across MBA admissions, consulting interviews, and entrepreneurship.
Specialties:
- Consulting interview prep
- Entrepreneurship evaluation and early-stage strategy
- Career transitions into strategy and startups
- MBA storytelling and application strategy
Chip blends top-tier consulting rigor with founder empathy, helpful for candidates who want both strategic clarity and operating judgment. If you’re weighing entrepreneurship or crafting a strategy-focused MBA narrative, his breadth of experience gives you playbooks that shorten the learning curve.
"From the first meeting with Chip, I knew he was on my team. He helped me prepare for my interviews with fun and interesting cases that touched on many dimensions. I totally recommend working with him!"
- Coached by Chip and landed a role at McKinsey
→ Book a free intro call with Chip
Corinna H.
Experience: Global business coach who has led transformations and delivered $75M+ in benefits and $166M+ in new business. Advisor to leaders at LinkedIn, Google, Databricks, and Gilead.
Specialties:
- Growth strategy and go-to-market
- Leadership communication
- Organizational transformation
- B2B sales acceleration and team effectiveness
Corinna is a standout for leaders driving transformation or scale. She uses leadership development to unlock results and elevate executive presence. If you need strategy plus leadership, her approach is both rigorous and deeply human.
"Corinna joined Detecon Inc. through an exchange with the parent company in Germany and proved her incredible worth to the team so much that we asked her to join us in the US. Her detail oriented and creative approach to the work helped me and the team enormously. She quickly adapted to the US environment and as a team member I could always count on staying late to help and giving all that she had. Her ability to learn new technologies and concepts quickly is an asset to any team and her initiative to help expand business with new technology focus areas (e.g. SOA, telematics) demonstrates her willingness to tackle new challenges. I would love to work with Corinna again, knowing that she is a smart, hardworking and dependable team member."
- Susannah Spellman, Coached by Corinna
→ Book a free intro call with Corinna
Steven D.
Experience: Led strategic pilots in Generative AI at Scale AI and scaled Instacart’s operations from Series E through IPO.
Specialties:
- Strategy and operations in tech
- Scaling playbooks
- Market launches
- Interview prep and career navigation
Steven is perfect for candidates targeting Strategy & Ops, startup GM roles, or data-informed business building. If you want to translate analysis into outcomes, his market scaling and past experience make him an invaluable guide.
"When I graduated, my degree was the furthest thing from business but despite this, I was able to land a role as an investment professional at a top brokerage firm thanks to the guidance Steven provided. A few years later, I wanted to pivot into tech and I reached back out to him. He not only coached me on my story for the major pivot and case prep, but he helped me transition into roles at 2 different tech companies (an early startup and a post-IPO tech company). It does not matter what your background is, he is able to work with you to find ideal opportunities and prepare for them, especially in the tech space."
- Natalie P., Coached by Steven and landed roles at Instacart and Vanguard
→ Book a free intro call with Steven
Alex M.
Experience: Former Business Operations & Strategy leader at Datavant, driving strategic initiatives and M&A. As Head of Product Success, he led the company’s largest implementation and built a high-performing team.
Specialties:
- Cross-functional strategy execution
- M&A roadmapping
- Large-scale implementation and product success
- Healthcare technology strategy
Alex is ideal for operators moving into strategy or strategists moving to execution. If your challenge spans complex stakeholder management or making big implementations stick, Alex brings an analytical approach that turns strategy into momentum.
"Alex has a superpower in being concise yet a very effective storyteller! I came in with only about 3 days to spare before submitting my applications but they were more than ready to help me out despite the time crunch. I had a vision of how I wanted my application story and essays to be and Alex helped me bring it to life. I can't recommend her enough, no matter how early or how late (like how I was) you are into your applications, Alex is more than ready to help you out"
- Hanif A., Coached by Alex
→ Book a free intro call with Alex
Andre A.
Experience: Strategy and operations leader across high-growth startups who has helped teams achieve a 400% increase in product reach. Has guided 60+ individuals into competitive Strategy roles.
Specialties:
- Resume and cover letter optimization
- Operational interview prep
- Growth strategy frameworks
- Networking strategies
For candidates breaking into Strategy & Ops or landing top internships, Andre brings practical, outcome-focused coaching. He knows where candidates stumble and how to polish applications. Expect actionable guidance that converts interviews to offers.
"Before I met Andre I had ambition but no real direction. I was interested in a lot of things but I did not know how to narrow them down or figure out what actually made sense for me. Andre changed that. He did not just ask me what I wanted to do. He asked why. He pushed me to think deeper, to stop playing it safe and to commit to something with confidence. More importantly he did not let me settle for surface level answers. Every time I thought I had it figured out he pushed me to go further, to think bigger and to challenge myself in ways I had not before. He has a way of pushing the people he mentors past their limits. Past what they even think they are capable of. He holds you to a high standard not because he expects perfection but because he knows you can handle more than you think. I could not be more thankful for his mentorship. I am walking a much clearer path now and that would not have happened without Andre’s guidance."
- Dylan V., Coached by Andre and landed roles at Amazon and JP Morgan
→ Book a free intro call with Andre
Garrett W.
Experience: Former Bain Associate Consultant and strategy and business development leader at AGBO. Coaches across corporate strategy and business operations with a focus on media, technology, and consumers.
Specialties:
- Corporate strategy
- Consumer industry paths
- Interview prep, resumes, and storytelling
- Long-term career roadmapping
Garrett is a great pick for early-career professionals aiming at strategy roles in dynamic industries. He blends Bain-grade rigor with a collaborative coaching style, helping you position your narrative and win offers in highly coveted teams.
"Garrett’s deep understanding of technical concepts and his ability to effectively communicate them ensures that candidates are well-prepared for any technical challenges they may face. Additionally, Garrett’s insights into behavioral interview techniques, coupled with his empathetic approach, empower candidates to confidently articulate their experiences and skills, setting them up for success in any interview scenario. His dedication to individualized support and his track record of helping candidates land coveted positions make him an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to excel in their interviews."
- Coached by Garrett
→ Book a free intro call with Garrett
Coletrane G.
Experience: Strategy and Business Operations expert who drove implementation at The Walt Disney Company and A24. Previously worked in Accenture’s Enterprise Strategy group, focused on growth, operating model, and M&A.
Specialties:
- Long-range strategic planning
- Operating model implementation
- M&A strategy
- Career pivots into Strategy & Ops
Candidates targeting cross-functional Business Operations will benefit from Cole’s mix of boardroom-level planning and execution depth. His path to elite strategy roles helps him coach structured thinking and stakeholder alignment that holds up in high-visibility environments.
"Working with Cole helped me meet and exceed my goals and provided guidance into how I can continue to use the same approach in every facet of my career. His approach to anything is sure to help you in life. I'd recommend Cole to anyone looking to level up their career."
- Coached by Coletrane, landed a role at CrowdStrike
→ Book a free intro call with Coletrane
Jamie G.
Experience: Former McKinsey Engagement Manager who now leads Growth Strategy for strategic partnerships at ServiceNow. Experienced coach with expertise in business strategy and operations.
Specialties:
- Growth strategy and partnerships
- Client development and stakeholder management
- Cross-functional leadership
Jamie is a strong match for candidates driving enterprise growth or moving into in-house strategy. He brings the discipline of McKinsey and the practical realities of a high-growth tech leader, making him an ideal coach for those who want to craft clear strategies and win with customers.
"Jamie has what great coaches (and leaders) have. He builds TRUST as a foundation for leading people to reach their potential and to be excited about their work. It takes courage to coach in this manner and he has the courage and commitment to do so."
- Coached by Jamie
→ Book a free intro call with Jamie
Serena C.
Experience: Nearly two decades as a strategic operations leader across companies like Amazon and Accenture. Now helps Strategy & Operations leaders deliver results and lead with confidence.
Specialties:
- Operational excellence
- Supply chain strategy
- Customer experience and service operations
- Executive coaching for Strategy leaders
Serena is perfect for leaders stepping into bigger mandates. She combines operational depth with leadership development, helping you build high-performing teams and deliver outcomes that matter.
"When I first started working with Serena, I felt like my career had stagnated—I wasn’t sure how to move forward or how to tell a cohesive story about my varied experiences. Through our open-ended and deeply reflective sessions, I learned to reframe my thinking and see the value in my diverse background, which has transformed how I show up both in job searches and at work. One of the biggest breakthroughs was recognizing the difference between burnout and lack of motivation, which empowered me to take intentional breaks and approach my career with more clarity and self-compassion. Serena’s thoughtful, non-prescriptive style helped me uncover insights I didn’t even know I was looking for."
- Coached by Serena and landed a role at Kaiser
→ Book a free intro call with Serena
Becky S.
Experience: Former recruiting lead turned career coach with 15+ years’ experience helping candidates in roles from consulting to healthcare. Has coached 100+ candidates into management consulting and strategy roles.
Specialties:
- Strategy recruiting
- Application strategy
- Resume and LinkedIn optimization for Strategy & Ops
- Career transitions into strategy roles
If you want a structured, end-to-end recruiting partner, Becky brings the insider lens of a hiring manager and the rigor of a seasoned coach. She helps you refine your story and perform under pressure. Becky is especially helpful for candidates targeting competitive consulting and strategy paths.
"Becky was a fantastic career coach who played a pivotal role in helping me break into management consulting. Her deep industry knowledge and practical advice made a huge difference in my preparation. She provided personalized guidance on refining my resume and tailoring it for consulting roles, coached me through case interviews with clear frameworks and actionable feedback, and helped me craft impactful stories for behavioral interviews. Her support and encouragement kept me motivated and confident throughout the entire process. I couldn’t have done it without Becky’s expert coaching and highly recommend her to anyone aiming for a career in consulting."
- Brian C., Coached by Becky and landed roles at EY and Mckinsey
→ Book a free intro call with Becky
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Top Business Strategy Coaches – FAQs
What skills do I need to succeed in business strategy roles?
- Core skills that help include structured problem-solving, market research, and communication. Successful strategists also know how to influence stakeholders and balance short-term execution with long-term vision. Coaches can help elevate your existing skillset to succeed in Business Strategy Roles.
How can coaching accelerate my career in business strategy?
- Coaching provides a guiding hand and a supportive environment. A coach offers targeted feedback on case interviews and frameworks, helping you refine your career path. With their insider knowledge, they can ease your transition and prepare you to compete for roles in corporate strategy or high-growth startups, reducing any anxiety about your career path.
What are the most common entry points into business strategy?
- Many professionals enter through management consulting, MBA programs, or internal strategy & operations teams at large companies. Increasingly, startups also hire strategy talent directly, especially for market entry, product growth, or M&A projects.
