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Welcome to my profile! With over 15 years of experience in engineering and program management, I have a proven track record of leading teams and driving strategic growth in high-tech industries. As the Founder of Uphill Coaching, I specialize in mentoring executives focused on driving strategy. My executive roles at companies like Recor Medical and Teknova have honed my skills in strategic planning and change management, which I now leverage to empower individuals and teams to achieve their professional goals. Let's work together to identify your unique leadership style. Reach out to start your journey today!

Welcome! With over two decades of experience in leadership and coaching, I specialize in empowering high-potential leaders to excel in their careers. As the Founder of Surko Coaching, I have partnered with executives to enhance their executive presence, mental resilience, and strategic decision-making, leading to significant career advancements and organizational influence. My background includes senior roles at Flowcode and Bluecore, where I successfully led cross-functional teams and drove substantial growth and customer satisfaction. As an ICF Accredited Coach and Certified Professional Coach, I leverage tools like the Energy Leadership Index to help clients overcome self-limiting beliefs and achieve sustainable success. Let's work together to unlock your full potential and achieve your professional goals!

I spent over 23 years leading and coaching teams in the technology industry, most recently at Salesforce, one of the world’s top Technology Fortune 500 companies. I know firsthand how tough leadership can be: the sleepless nights before big decisions, the pressure to perform without burning out your team, and the weight of leading through change. Now, as an ICF-certified executive coach, I help leaders and founders navigate those same challenges with clarity and confidence. My clients learn to make hard decisions without losing empathy, communicate with influence, and build high-performing teams that thrive even in uncertainty. They rediscover purpose, elevate their leadership presence, and lead with more calm, focus, and joy. My coaching is direct but deeply human, grounded in real-world executive experience, emotional intelligence, and evidence-based practice. If you’re ready to lead with authenticity, courage, and lasting impact, I’ll help you get there.

With over a decade of experience in executive coaching and leadership development and a former executive, I have guided over 100 professionals to excel in their careers. As the Co-Founder at Sullivan Global Consulting, I specialize in leadership development, cross-cultural challenges, emotional intelligence, and executive transitions. My diverse background from founding Dragonfly Consultants to leading strategic initiatives at companies like Kaiser Permanente and Intel, as COO and acting CEO at Reppify, coaching graduate students at UCLA Anderson School of Management, coaching C-Suites at fast-growing companies and founders and celebrities, such as Jessica Alba, equips me with a unique perspective to help you navigate complex business landscapes. Whether you're a high-potential leader or transitioning to a new role, I'm here to help you unlock your full potential. Let's connect and chart your path to success!

Welcome to my profile! As a Professional (PCC) Certified Professional Co-Active Coach (CPCC) with extensive experience in executive and communications coaching, I am passionate about helping professionals unlock their full potential. At BetterUp, I have guided clients from Fortune 500 companies to enhance their leadership skills, communication strategies, and executive presence. My approach is tailored to each individual, utilizing a Whole Person model to achieve optimal results. With a background in creative problem solving and project management, I am equipped to support you in navigating complex challenges and achieving your career goals. Let's connect and explore how I can help you succeed in your executive journey!

With over 15 years of experience in Human Resources, I have honed my skills in strategic people management and talent development at top companies like Microsoft, Equifax and Nestlé. My background in psychology and an MBA in Strategic People Management from Fundação Getulio Vargas equip me with a unique perspective on leadership and organizational development. I have successfully coached leaders and teams through change management, talent acquisition, and performance management, ensuring alignment with business goals. Whether you're looking to enhance your leadership skills or navigate complex organizational challenges, I'm here to provide tailored guidance and support. Let's connect and take your executive journey to the next level!

With a robust background in both medicine and business, I completed my MD/MBA from USC and have served on the admissions committee at the USC School of Medicine. My career spans leadership roles at top consulting firms like McKinsey & Company and Accenture, where I specialized in healthcare strategy and organizational consulting. As a former Director of Operations Strategy at USC and a Strategic Advisor at Bellsant, I have a proven track record of driving transformation and innovation in the healthcare sector by working with executives to achieve success. I am passionate about leveraging my diverse experience to help executives navigate complex challenges and achieve their professional goals. Let's connect to explore how I can support your journey to success!

Currently in his own consulting practice, Keith is a certified executive coach who helps visionary leaders align their teams towards a common goal. Retired as a seasoned HR professional with decades of progressive HR experience at The Walt Disney Company, Keith has been driving change and coaching leaders at all levels across a broad base of diverse businesses. As a former Senior Vice President of HR, Keith intimately understands firsthand the unique and complex challenges faced by executives striving to balance and achieve their personal, professional, and organizational goals. His expertise lies in organizational design, talent management, organizational and employee effectiveness, and change and transition management. Keith's approach to coaching is marked by his dedication to eliminating barriers, fostering effective relationships based on trust, and leveraging his creative background to problem-solve. He excels in orchestrating repeatable approaches that align people towards common goals. He is driven to collaborate with leaders eager to unite their teams around the next big idea for organizational success. Beyond his professional accomplishments, Keith is deeply passionate about volunteering, the arts, and non-profit leadership. Holding a SPHR Certification and a Masters in HR from Rollins College, he actively contributes to local nonprofit boards and serves in leadership positions on the Orange County Arts and Cultural Affairs Council. Keith brings not only a wealth of experience but also a unique blend of creativity and dedication to every endeavor.

As an Executive coach, I have a unique understanding of how founders and the C-Suite can feel isolated, unsure, or burnt out. Working with me, we'll take a holistic approach to your leadership, your own career, and your skills and focus on the areas that need attention. You're only human, but the responsibilities at the top are challenging and complex! I believe a coach is a key thought partner for your own development, and by extension, the development of your team and organization.

My MBA at Stanford GSB was deeply focused on leadership and coaching. I immersed myself in courses like Interpersonal Dynamics (“Touchy Feely”), Leadership Laboratory, and Managing Growing Enterprises, each designed to build the skills leaders need to inspire, influence, and navigate complex organizational challenges. These experiences, combined with my professional background in finance and investing, shaped me into both a leader and a coach. Today, I work with executives and high-potential professionals to strengthen self-awareness, build resilience, and navigate the human side of leadership. Whether it’s managing through conflict, stepping into bigger roles, or leading teams with empathy and clarity, I bring a blend of structured tools, candid feedback, and personal experience to my coaching. My goal is to help you grow not just as a professional, but as a leader others want to follow.