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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!

Career coach and entrepreneur passionate about helping students and early-career professionals learn how to navigate their own path in life with purpose and defining their own success and happiness. I have worked with high school students, college students, and recent college graduates to explore careers, develop their careers, and achieve success in the job search. on career exploration, career development, and the job search. I specialize in working with clients on soft skills including networking, relationship-building, and cross-cultural communication. I have built my career in education (both K-12 and higher ed) and non-profits in the US and Taiwan, with extensive background in non-profit fundraising and external relations, alumni relations, STEM education, and college and graduate school admissions. I earned my bachelor’s degree in sociology with honors from the University of Chicago and my master’s degree in public policy from Duke University. I have also received training in Cognitive Coaching and Adaptive Schools from the Thinking Collaborative. I am a Certified Career Services Provider (CCSP) with training in Facilitating Career Development from the National Career Development Association (NCDA).

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.

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!

Welcome to my profile! With an MBA from London Business School as a Merit Scholar and 7 years of experience as an Assistant Vice President at Citigroup, I bring a wealth of knowledge in career development and advancement. I have successfully coached 20+ individuals, helping them navigate their career paths and achieve their professional goals. My approach is tailored to each client's unique needs, focusing on strategic career planning, skill enhancement, and interview preparation. Whether you're looking to break into a new industry or climb the corporate ladder, I'm here to guide you every step of the way. Let's connect and chart your path to success!

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.

Avinash Mahalingam brings 14+ years of strategic product management , product coaching and business development experience across diverse global industries in USA, Canada and India, led AI platform innovation at RBC and earlier led several 0 to 1 Products at Amazon. He's passionate about empowering product professionals with practical insights gained from building and scaling successful products. He currently is the Co-Founder and CEO for an AI-powered Holistic Wellness Platform and leads a Product Management Course on Maven. Key Experiences & Expertise: 1- He led AI platform product development for an internal developer platform at a major Canadian bank, offering first-hand exposure to the intricacies of building and scaling AI-powered products. 2- At Amazon Freight, Avinash spearheaded the product strategy and launch of 4 0-to-1 products in billing and payments, demonstrating a proven ability to navigate the complete product lifecycle from inception to market. 3- A highly-rated mentor (4.9/5) who has guided 50+ product professionals 1:1 on career growth and skill enhancement, bringing a wealth of experience in nurturing product careers. 4- He Co-led product management courses for 60+ individuals in live cohorts.

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.

Welcome to my profile! With a robust background in corporate strategy and development at Monotype and a dynamic tenure as a Senior Business Analyst at McKinsey & Company, I bring a wealth of experience in driving innovation and strategic growth. My journey from co-founding a successful startup to leading AI strategy initiatives has equipped me with unique insights into the tech and business landscapes. I am passionate about helping professionals navigate their career paths, leveraging my expertise in pricing, growth strategy, and digital transformations. Whether you're looking to break into a new industry or accelerate your career growth, I'm here to guide you every step of the way. Let's connect and chart a course for your success!

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.