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Meci V.

Meci Vardar

Executive & Career Coaching for Tech Leaders | Microsoft, Cisco, Atlassian

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    Co-Active Training Institute

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    Atlassian

Available Monday

Starting at 8:00 AM UTC

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About

I help ambitious professionals, emerging leaders, and experienced executives navigate career transitions, leadership challenges, and moments when they know something needs to change but aren't quite sure what comes next. I've spent over 12 years in commercial and leadership roles at Microsoft, Cisco, and Atlassian, leading teams across different markets and cultures. I've experienced firsthand the pressures of corporate life, the complexity of leadership, and the challenge of balancing professional success with personal fulfillment. My coaching combines practical business experience with a human-centered approach, drawing on Co-Active coaching, Gestalt, and systems thinking. Working with me is a partnership. I'll listen deeply, ask questions that challenge your assumptions, and help you uncover perspectives you may not have considered. I'm warm and supportive, but I also believe in honest conversations that lead to meaningful action. Whether you're stepping into leadership, considering a career change, or looking to grow without losing yourself along the way, we'll work together to find a path that feels both authentic and achievable.

Meci also coaches for Leadership Coaching, Sales, and Career Coaching. View all.

Meci’s Executive Coaching Qualifications

Coaches professionally

Experience level: Director

100+ Executive Coaching clients

I bring senior commercial and people-leadership experience from Dell, Microsoft, Cisco, and Atlassian, where I've led international teams, developed leaders, and navigated complex organizational challenges. Most recently, I led an organization of over 40 sales professionals and four managers across Europe. I completed my coaching training at the Co-Active Training Institute (CTI) in 2015 and continue to deepen my practice through Gestalt- and ORSC-informed approaches. I also hold a master's degree and am working toward EMCC Practitioner accreditation. My approach combines real-world leadership experience with deep reflection and practical action. I help technology professionals and leaders navigate career transitions, strengthen confidence and self-awareness, develop their leadership effectiveness, and create meaningful, sustainable growth.

Meci can help with:

AI Automation

AI Fundamentals

AI Strategy

Board Relations

Communication Skills

Strategy

Succession Planning

Why do I coach?

Throughout my career, the moments I've found most meaningful haven't always been the biggest business wins. They've been the moments when someone I've worked with discovered their potential, found the courage to make a difficult decision, or grew into a leader they hadn't yet imagined they could become. I believe people often have more wisdom, strength, and possibility within them than they realize. Sometimes what they need isn't another piece of advice, but someone who can truly listen, challenge their thinking, and help them see themselves and their situation differently. That's what drew me to coaching. For me, coaching is also about giving. Sharing what I've learned, creating space for others to grow, and contributing to someone's journey in a meaningful way. I don't believe success has to come at the expense of who we are. My greatest satisfaction comes from helping people build careers and lives that reflect both their ambitions and their values.

Work Experience

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Head of Sales

Atlassian

April 2018 - Present

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Regional Sales Director

Revinate

November 2016 - April 2018

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Sales Account Manager

Cisco

September 2015 - November 2016

IDC Logo

Senior Account Manager

IDC

May 2014 - September 2015

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Partner Account Manager

Microsoft

March 2013 - May 2014

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Partner Account Manager

Dell

July 2010 - March 2013

Education

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Co-Active Training Institute

Diploma, Coaching

2014 - 2015

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Kadir Has University

Master's Degree, Digital Media

2008 - 2010

Partial scholarship and graduated with honorary diploma

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Yeditepe University

Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration & Economics

2004 - 2008

Full Scholarship