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With nearly 20 years of experience in career development and executive coaching, I am passionate about helping professionals achieve their career goals. As the former Assistant Dean for Career Development at Darden School of Business and Director of Career Services at UNC Kenan-Flagler, I have led teams dedicated to enhancing career management skills and fostering relationships with top recruiting companies. I founded Acorn Associates to continue empowering business executives seeking impactful career changes. Having coached thousands of individuals, I am here to guide you through your career journey with personalized strategies and insights. Let's connect and take your career to the next level!

Certified Coach - ICF ACC with over 15 years of experience in human resources, I have honed my skills as a strategic HR Business Partner at top companies like Microsoft, Nestle and Equifax. My expertise spans talent development, organizational change management, and leadership coaching, making me well-equipped to guide you through your HR career journey. I have successfully coached many senior leaders, helping them navigate complex HR landscapes and achieve their professional goals. I am passionate about partnering with professionals through career transitions and development providing personalized support and insights. Let's work together to unlock your career potential and achieve your professional aspirations!

With 15+ years in tech and leadership roles at companies like Microsoft and AT&T, I’ve helped dozens of professionals land roles, change careers, and find clarity in uncertain moments. I specialize in helping people tell their story with confidence, prepare for interviews, organize their resumes, and reconnect with their self-worth during transitions. Whether you're entering the corporate world or making a big leap, I’m here to be your advocate, sounding board, and strategist.

Who I work with: Ambitious professionals (typically 2–7 years in) at top firms, consultancies, or post-MBA who are navigating one of these moments: - You're successful by every external measure and quietly wondering if this is actually what you want - You know you need to make a move but keep rationalizing staying - You're in a career transition and the options feel overwhelming, so you're stalling - You want to create an unconventional opportunity inside a large organization but don't know how to position it - You've been "thinking about it" for months and need someone to hold you accountable to actually doing something What makes this different: I combine strategic consulting rigor with actual psychology. That means I'm not just helping you update your resume or prep for interviews (though I can). I'm helping you understand why you keep getting stuck in the first place — so the pattern doesn't follow you to the next role. What a session looks like: We don't do vague "how are you feeling about your career" conversations. Every session has a focus, and you leave with something concrete - a reframed understanding of what's driving your decision, a specific action plan, or an honest answer to a question you've been avoiding. Format: 1:1 sessions, virtual

Thanks for checking out my profile! After 10 years as a consultant with companies like KPMG and BCG, I made a successful career pivot into executive search. With almost 20 years of experience in strategic talent acquisition and career development, I have successfully guided individuals in navigating their career paths and achieving their professional goals. My background includes global talent leadership roles at top consulting firms like Bain & Company, where I created the first global talent research & insights capability, and McKinsey & Company, where I scaled their first fully-dedicated tech recruiting team. Now, as a strategic talent partner, I specialize in career advising for university students, professionals re-entering the workforce, and those looking to change careers. I also specialize in supporting highly skilled, recent immigrants to the US to find work that aligns with the skills and experience they developed in their native country. Let's collaborate to unlock your potential and strategically position you for success in your desired field. Reach out to start your journey with me today!

I'm currently working in early stage VC, but during my time at Harvard Business School and prior, I spent extensive time working with coaches and mentors on career development. I've navigated multiple career pivots and am here to support you as you think about career development, strategy, goals, and how to achieve them.

I provide strategic career coaching for students, early-career, and mid-career professionals seeking to reach the next level in the career, with a specialized focus on candidates from advanced degree backgrounds. Having successfully transitioned from a PhD in Biomedical Engineering to an Associate role at Goldman Sachs, and Corporate Development at a startup, I offer first-hand, tactical insights into how to can effectively translate your skills for the next step. My professional background spans over four years across institutional finance and corporate strategy. This includes SMID Biotech coverage at Goldman Sachs and corporate development at a venture-backed startup with over $650M in funding. Based on these experiences, I provide guidance that is deeply grounded in how various companies evaluate talent and personal experience. To date, my clients have successfully leveraged my coaching to secure competitive roles at leading companies. Whether you are navigating a mid-career transition or launching your professional path after graduation, I am committed to serving as a dedicated partner and strategic resource throughout your career development.

I am a 20+ year sales & marketing executive that has worked at Fortune 500 companies (P&G, Google, and Meta), and have been a Chief Revenue Officer at an AI analytics startup. I have interviewed and managed people at all ends of the spectrum from new hires to VP / excecs, in the US and APAC. I have a passion for developing others and helping the next generation of leaders to succeed. My purpose in life is to help people connect the dots to breathe life into their imagined futures. I believe my frameworks can also help people figure out what they want out of their careers and personal success / happiness.

Welcome to my profile! With over 550 hours of coaching experience, I specialize in career development for executive leaders, focusing on maximizing leadership potential through personalized development plans. My extensive background includes roles such as Senior Product Manager at Apple, where I led key AI/ML initiatives, and Staff Program Management Leader at Uber, overseeing global data delivery efforts. I have a proven track record of fostering a culture of equity, diversity, inclusion, and engagement, and I excel in conducting organizational assessments to identify and implement strategic improvements. Whether you're looking to enhance your leadership skills or navigate complex career transitions, I'm here to provide tailored guidance and support. Let's connect and take your career to the next level!

I support individuals through career transitions by bringing clarity to direction and precision to positioning. With a background in leadership at Oracle, I help you craft a cohesive narrative that bridges where you’ve been with where you’re going—and communicate your strengths, perspective, and future contribution with confidence and intention.