Business Development & Partnerships Coaches

Hello and nice to e-meet you! I'm a partnerships and business development leader skilled in facilitating strategic growth with extensive B2B experience across sales, marketing, industry partnerships and brand safety. My team's would describe me as an inspiring people leader with experience building teams and partnerships from the ground up. I have launched and led the Industry Partnerships team on the TikTok For Business Marketing team. Previously at Google, I expanded strategic industry partnerships and financial services accounts on the business side. I'm a former Co-Captain and D-I tennis player at Penn State with an MBA from NYU Stern. I'd love to support you no matter where you find yourself in your career journey!

Welcome to my profile! With over 17 years of experience in commercial banking, including roles as Commercial Banker, Market Executive/Manager and Internal Coach, I bring a wealth of knowledge to my coaching practice. I have extensive experience in building brand awareness in new markets, cultivating a portfolio of corporate prospects from scratch, prospecting, building a referral network, generating a pipeline and managing corporate accounts and relationships. My approach is rooted in empathy, communication, and positivity, creating a supportive environment for growth and success. Whether you're looking to enhance your skills or navigate complex business partnerships, I'm here to help you achieve your goals. Let's connect and explore how I can support you in achieving your business results.

For professionals pursuing or pivoting into client-facing, partnership, or growth-oriented roles. Business development today is about trust, communication, and clarity — not “selling.” Whether you’re preparing to land your first BD or partnerships role, or want to grow in an existing one, I’ll help you build the skills and confidence to stand out. I’ve led partnership and alliance strategies at the executive level, working across global advisory and technology firms to drive sustained growth. My coaching focuses on how to position yourself for these roles, tell your professional story convincingly, and develop a natural, strategic approach to building relationships that lead to opportunities. You’ll learn to interview with confidence, communicate your value clearly, and step into business development or partnerships roles ready to deliver impact from day one.

Welcome to my profile! With a robust background in marketing and business development, I bring a wealth of experience from top-tier companies like Amazon and Dotdash Meredith. At Amazon, I excelled as an Account Manager, driving advertising success and revenue growth for major beauty brands through strategic partnerships and data-driven insights. My tenure at Dotdash Meredith honed my skills in digital advertising operations, where I collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize campaign performance and meet client KPIs. Additionally, my experience in launching and managing digital marketing strategies for educational institutions and local businesses has equipped me with a unique perspective on brand growth and community engagement. I'm passionate about helping clients develop strategic partnerships that drive business success. Let's connect to explore how I can support your business development goals! My current role at Amazon puts me in front of C-Suite Decision-Makers on a daily basis. I have earned their trust and partnership through my approachability and customer-first mentality. Let's talk more about how you can build these skills.

As the founder of Startup Sales Consulting, I work closely with founders, AEs, and BDRs at startups to generate more meetings within their Ideal Customer Profile (ICP) and convert interested prospects into paying customers. I've twice been the first sales hire at venture backed startups (Arc Technologies and Trunk Tools - both now with 9-figure valuations) where I help each company scale from seed to beyond series A. Now I work as a sales coach full-time to help more startups do the same. You can check out my training classes on my website (www.yourstartupsales.com) to get an idea of skills that I teach.

I spent 10+ years working in business development and partnerships with Microsoft, Okta, Google, Amazon. I built a multi million co-sell revenue partnership from the ground up that won many global industry awards.

+ 7+ years in global partnerships and expansion

Welcome to my profile! With over 17 years of experience at LinkedIn, where I currently serve as VP of Business Development, I've been at the forefront of the company's incredible growth from 12 million to over 1 billion members. My strategic initiatives and partnerships have significantly contributed to LinkedIn's user engagement and revenue growth. Leveraging this extensive experience, I've successfully coached 18 individuals, helping them navigate and excel in business development and partnerships. Let's connect and take your career to the next level!

A seasoned Executive, Advisor, and Coach with over 25 years of experience—including 17+ years at Alphabet—driving strategic partnerships, business development, and operational excellence. As a coach, I specialize in guiding individuals through pivotal moments of change and growth, empowering leaders to unlock their full potential and take purposeful, high-impact action.

Welcome to my profile! As the Director of Business Development at Discord, I specialize in forging global partnerships in AI and content acquisition, driving Discord to become a true entertainment destination and the company's mission to create a platform that fosters belonging. Previously, as the founder and CEO of Moringa School, I led partnerships with key investors (family offices, high networth individuals, venture capital firms), government-backed funds, large foundations like Mastercard Foundation to transform talent development. My experience also includes co-founding LendHer Capital, a venture-debt fund supporting African women-led businesses, and serving on a Selections Committee for an investment program focused on employability. With a passion for mentoring, I've coached 13 individuals to excel in business development and partnerships. Let's connect to explore how I can help you achieve your goals!