Hi I'm Caroline. I've founded and exited an equitable hiring startup, led a product marketing team at HR tech unicorn Lattice, and studied career development for the working adult at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. I like to work with female and other minoritized professionals who are in highly cross-functional and political roles, and are seeking more success and satisfaction in their work. My Specialties: - Making a career transition -- full support from defining what you want more of at work to salary negotiation - Navigating cross-functional relationships, power dynamics, and managing up and across - Helping you accept your personal power, agency, and strengths

Hello and welcome to my profile! With a robust background in software engineering at top tech companies like LinkedIn, Tesla, Meta, and Nasdaq, I bring firsthand experience in navigating and excelling in the tech industry. Being an international student and also a non-target school, I have fought my way to get where I am. My journey from Drexel University to these leading firms has equipped me with the skills to help others break into and thrive in competitive tech roles. I've successfully transitioned through various roles, enhancing system reliability and user experience for millions, and I'm eager to share my insights with you. Whether you're looking to refine your technical skills, optimize your job search strategy, or prepare for interviews, I'm here to guide you every step of the way. Let's connect and chart your path to success in the tech world!

Welcome to my profile! With an MBA from Harvard Business School and a BS from Vanderbilt University, I bring a wealth of experience in business strategy and operations. As the former Business Strategy & Operations Lead at Google and current Chief of Staff at Verily, I have a deep understanding of what it takes to excel in top-tier tech companies. Over the years, I've mentored numerous professionals, helping them navigate their career paths and achieve their goals. Whether you're looking to break into a competitive industry or advance within your current role, I'm here to provide tailored guidance and actionable insights. Let's connect and chart your path to success!

Let's get you where you belong! Whether you are a student aiming for a standout first job or internship, an intrapreneur seeking to disrupt from within, an entrepreneur transitioning to the corporate world, or a professional looking to transfer skills to a new domain, I provide the blueprint for unprecedented success. As an award-winning Global Executive and Scholar, I specialize in engineering radical career transformations across industries and continents. My expertise lies in: • Student-to-Professional Transitions: Guiding students to secure impactful first roles in their chosen industries • Intrapreneurship: Cultivating innovation within established corporations • Entrepreneurship-to-Corporate Transitions: Helping founders leverage their startup experience in Fortune 500 roles • Cross-Industry Pivots: Translating skills between seemingly disparate fields • Re-entry Coaching: Empowering mothers returning to work and professionals re-entering after sabbaticals or extended career breaks • Global Mobility: Facilitating seamless career transitions across international markets My clients have secured roles at: • LVMH • Kering • Cartier • The New York Times • Hugo Boss • Netflix • Google • Boston Consulting Group • United Nations • ...and more! Industries I have successfully helped my clients navigate include: • Diplomacy • Academia • Luxury and Fashion • Media and Entertainment • Tech • Consulting • Advertising and Marketing • Hospitality • Real Estate • Non-profit My approach is rooted in: • Cultural Intelligence: Leveraging my experience across five continents to navigate global business landscapes and cultural sensitivities • Cross-Pollination of Ideas: Applying qualitative and quantitative insights from leading industry conferences I regularly speak at and exclusive trend reports • Future-Proofing Careers: Anticipating industry trends to position clients ahead of the curve

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.

Welcome! I have built a set of high-level experiences in multiple domains and want to help other like-minded individuals do the same. My experience spans roles across government, law, politics, military, and more. I am currently a Stanford JD/MBA candidate and Knight-Hennessy Scholar (providing a full-ride plus stipend). Before law and business school, I most recently served as a Military Fellow at McKinsey & Company, a Military Social Aide at The White House, and fighter jet aviator within the U.S. Navy. I also have two years experience working in the intelligence community. In college, I was able to win the top Diplomacy Award at World Model United Nations in Rome, study abroad on a full-ride scholarship at Fudan University in Shanghai, China, and complete a degree in Computer Science and Economics. I also interned at The White House on the National Security Team in the Office of Presidential Personnel, responsible for political appointments in the administration. I understand the intricacies of navigating competitive career paths and academic environments. My unique journey has equipped me with the strategic skills to help you achieve your career goals in multiple domains. Let's work together to craft a strategy that leverages your strengths and propels you to success. Reach out to start your journey today!

I’ve led in high-stakes environments across the military, consulting, and corporate leadership. As Cadet First Captain at West Point, a U.S. Army helicopter pilot, a McKinsey Engagement Manager, and now a Managing Director at FedEx, I’ve been responsible for leading diverse, high-performing teams through complex challenges. My leadership style blends discipline, empathy, and strategic clarity—and I coach with the same approach. Whether you're stepping into your first leadership role or managing at the executive level, I offer practical, experience-backed guidance to help you grow with confidence.

I’ve helped people at every stage of their career—from early professionals to mid-career leaders to executives—get unstuck and move forward with purpose. My background spans corporate strategy, learning and development, teaching, and community-building, which gives me a unique lens: I see both the systems around you and what’s going on inside you. I’m not here to push a one-size-fits-all playbook. I help you zoom out, connect the dots, and define success on your own terms—whether that’s a bold pivot, a strategic next move, or just clarity on what you truly want. My coaching is grounded in both structured thinking and deep empathy. I’ll meet you in the grey areas—with smart questions, honest feedback, and a steady belief in your potential.

Fiona Taft is an exceptional career development coach with a proven history of guiding graduate students and executives toward meaningful and high-impact career outcomes. At UC Berkeley’s Master of Financial Engineering Program, she has successfully coached hundreds of students in career discovery, networking, interview preparation, and offer negotiation, contributing to industry-leading placement rates year after year. Her strategic use of data analytics to inform coaching practices, coupled with her ability to align career services with evolving industry demands, has consistently produced measurable results. At Stanford University, she coached executive education participants in enhancing their professional trajectories, helping them leverage business acumen and leadership skills for advancement. Fiona’s holistic and personalized coaching approach, grounded in deep institutional knowledge and employer engagement, makes her a standout leader in career development.

Hello and welcome to my profile! With a diverse background spanning investment banking, consulting, and entrepreneurship, I bring a wealth of experience to career development coaching. As a former McKinsey consultant, I honed my skills in strategy and operations, and I have a deep understanding of what top firms look for in candidates. My journey also includes co-founding Sora Finance and leading initiatives at Kiva, where I deployed over $150M to support small businesses. Whether you're looking to break into consulting, finance, or entrepreneurship, I can provide tailored guidance to help you achieve your career goals. Let's connect and chart your path to success!