Career Coaching & Resources

I went through many weardrobe changes to find what I love doing. I started off at Microsoft on a backend data team - but quickly learned that wasn't it. I used my skills that I learned to move to Slack where I really learned how to be a true product manager. And from there - I've been seeking constant challenges in a space that interstes me: connecting people on the internet. I've been there, and done that and am here to help you navigate your career moves that will make your work life a happy place.

I've guided 300+ students from underrepresented backgrounds into competitive careers at top companies, combining personal experience overcoming barriers with proven systems that deliver results. I've personally mentored students who landed roles at Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, and Bank of America, often helping them go from having no industry connections to securing life-changing opportunities. My own journey from a first-generation Nigerian-American immigrant to working at firms like General Atlantic, Goldman Sachs, and Lead Edge Capital gives me deep insight into what it really takes to break into competitive industries. I specialize in helping people who feel like outsiders figure out how to get insider access to the careers they want, using practical strategies based on real data from hundreds of successful career transitions.

Experienced CFO, investor, and entrepreneurial leader with a track record of success as a venture investor, business builder, fund-raiser and finance executive. While I continue to invest in venture capital, I developed my coaching practice in 2020 and since then have helped dozens of executives and entrepreneurs upskill, raise capital, find new opportunities, and excel in the new positions. I have done this work across industries, but most of my clients are entrepreneurs in tech/biotech, investment professionals in private equity/venture capital, or in real estate. I started my career as an investment banker at Morgan Stanley and Smith Barney (now Citi) before getting my MBA at Harvard Business School. I spent several years in private equity and venture capital at Warburg Pincus before moving into public equity investing at hedge funds, including my own for several years. Most recently I pivoted back to venture capital with a new firm, 3Spoke Capital, and spent two years as the CFO of a new AI/medtech venture, PreciseDx, for which I raised over $20MM in a Series B. All the while I was active in the recruitment, training, and management of high performance teams. I know how to build great teams, help you find a role within them, and crush the new job once you secure it.

Hey! I'm a UX designer from Durham, North Carolina. For the past 7 years, I've created human-centered experiences for organizations of all sizes, both for-profit and non-profit. I've designed digital products across diverse industries including financial services, healthcare, social assistance, construction, legal, and travel. In my 4 years of coaching and mentoring, I've helped over 100 designers achieve their career goals through empathy, determination, a growth mindset, and a bias for action. Currently, I serve as a Senior Product Designer at Wells Fargo and a UX / UI Design Mentor at Chegg. I've honed my skills at leading companies like Lowe's and LexisNexis, helping dozens of individuals excel in their design careers along the way. My coaching approach is personalized to your unique needs, focusing on portfolio development, interview preparation, and career strategy. Whether you're just starting out or looking to advance in design, I'm here to offer action-oriented insights every step of the way. Let's get started!

I have over 6 years of experience working with PhD students to help design their career development path. I draw from my breadth of experience successfully applying to fellowships in technology transfer and venture capital during my PhD, and making transitions to finance and corporate development after my defense. Whether you're looking for a roadmap to complete your PhD successfully or to make a career transition, I'm here to help you strategize and achieve your professional goals. Let's connect and chart your path to success!

Born in New Jersey and raised in Mexico and Philadelphia, Ben is a senior at Brown University studying International and Public Affairs and Entrepreneurship. He also serves as a mentor and business advisor to graduate student founders in Harvard Business School's Field X and Field Y courses. Ben has experience building companies, including his own, in industries such as technology, social media, entertainment, and education. He has performed internal risk management consulting for Goldman Sachs in New York City and marketing consulting for Soulsight. Ben is a passionate musician and has experience as a professional singer. Ben is an alumnus of the Harvard Business School’s Summer Venture in Management Program, was a Latitude Fellow at D.E. Shaw & Co., an MLT Career Prep Fellow, a 2021 Hispanic Scholarship Fund Scholar, and a Bridging the Gap Power Awardee. He also studied at the University of Edinburgh while pursuing his undergraduate degree. In his free time, Ben enjoys traveling (has been to 33 countries so far), playing tennis, scuba diving, and cooking. With a myriad of experiences in pre-professional and early career settings, Ben is passionate about sharing his knowledge, advice, and biggest takeaways with aspiring young leaders.

With over 10 years of experience in technical recruiting and leadership coaching, I have helped hundreds of professionals land new jobs and craft fulfilling careers. If you are looking to transition to a new role within your current Company or want to make a career shift to something entirely new, then let's meet. As a Professional Certified Coach, I will help you gain career clarity and set realistic goals to get you where you want to be.

Welcome to my profile! With over two decades of experience in career development and advising, I have guided over 1000 individuals to achieve their professional goals. As the former Assistant Dean of Graduate Career Services at USC Marshall School of Business and Associate Dean at Washington University's Olin Business School, I have honed my skills in problem-solving, communication, and student success. My extensive background includes directing career education at Indiana University and currently advising graduate programs at Duke University. Whether you're navigating career transitions or seeking to enhance your professional trajectory, I'm here to provide tailored support and strategic insights. Let's connect and chart your path to success!

Jake Cortez is a Vice President and Strategy Manager at JPMorgan Chase & Co., where he leads the strategic organization of operations teams for Employee Compute, one of the firm's most significant technology organizations. With over 17 combined years of experience in military and financial services, he is a transformational-focused leader who drives strategic and metrics alignment across global software development, engineering, operations, and technology incubation teams. He is also an alum of Harvard Business School and a combat veteran. He is a continual servant to the Veteran community as a leader, accelerating toward the diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) goals at scale. Specialties: Strategy Execution, Training, Administration, Operations Management, Development Planning, Process Development, Critical Thinking, Analytical Skills, Leadership, Communication Skills, Detail Oriented, Management Skills.

Welcome to my profile! As a career development coach with over two decades of career development experience, I specialize in helping professionals gain clarity, build confidence, and take meaningful steps toward their next career move. Throughout my HR leadership roles, I partnered with executives to develop key talent and led career development conversations as part of succession planning, team leadership, and organizational growth. Today, I bring that same strategic insight and personal support to my coaching clients—whether they’re navigating a pivot, pursuing promotion, or strengthening their leadership skills. Known for an insightful and encouraging approach, I help clients turn potential into progress. In addition, my top CliftonStrengths theme, “Developer,” reflects my natural ability to see the potential in others and my passion for helping others grow—and it's the foundation of everything I do.