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I bring extensive leadership experience developed throughout a career in banking, financial services, sales management, and advisor development. I’ve served as a Sales Manager, Partner, and Senior Partner at New York Life, where a major part of my responsibility was recruiting, training, coaching, and developing financial professionals and future leaders. I’ve led teams, conducted individual coaching, taught professional development classes, managed performance and accountability, and helped professionals strengthen their sales and leadership skills. My approach to leadership coaching is practical and experience-based. I help clients become better communicators, build accountability, coach more effectively, manage performance, develop talent, and create teams that can perform without being micromanaged.

I have spent over 20 years in start-up and technology industries across fin-tech, wealth-tech and space-tech. I had founder and executive roles that exposed me to many meaningful experiences. I have gone through a lot of personal growth that helped me sort and format the knowledge so I can share it with you. I have coached 150+ individuals and 30+ companies. I am a regular mentor at Techstars, Columbia Startup Works and NSF. Recently I have become an Entrepreneur-in-Residence at Cornell. I am able to back up my experiences with academic theories that I have learned from my MBA and professional coaching training. My clients have described me as an insightful, practical, emotionally intelligent, and a results-focused coach. I like to take mixed approach to mentoring where I mix a series of questions with details from my actual start-up and executive experience. This helps you develop your decisions skills further, than just me sharing my story. You can read more about my story here - https://www.humaninterfaces.co/my-story

Welcome to my profile! With a robust background in leadership and real estate, I am passionate about helping individuals develop their leadership skills to excel in their careers. As an Arbuckle Leadership Fellow at the Stanford GSB, a the former head coach of the Polish National Lacrosse Team, and a former D1 athlete at the University of Pennsylvania, I have honed my ability to guide and mentor emerging leaders. My professional journey includes key roles in private equity (Storage Star, Brookfield Asset Management), real estate development (White Star Real Estate), and corporate strategy (The Walt Disney Company), where I have built and led teams as well as driven growth initiatives. Whether you're looking to enhance your leadership capabilities or navigate complex business environments, I'm here to support your journey. Let's connect and unlock your leadership potential together!

Maya Niksic is a Belgrade-born, Harvard-educated Serbian-American visionary reshaping the contours of women’s leadership. As the Founder and CEO of Adaptive Leadership Atelier, Maya has created a sanctuary where leadership meets artistry and style. Her journey from navigating the chaotic world of Wall Street during the global financial crisis to launching her Atelier highlights her commitment to being at the forefront of women’s leadership coaching. Since 2019, Maya has taught and supported senior military leaders, public officials, and students at Harvard Kennedy School in transforming complex challenges into opportunities for extraordinary growth. As a Leadership Coach and Trainer, she blends her expertise in adult development psychology, adaptive leadership, and vertical development, challenging clients to embrace contradictions and rewrite their narratives. She invites them to confront their loyalties, embrace vulnerabilities, and emerge not just as leaders but as artisans of their destinies. Maya’s clients learn to truly understand the landscapes of their organizations and the people who inhabit them. Her methodical yet daring approach, rooted in a deep understanding of the human condition, reflects her philosophy: the smallest shift in perspective can ignite profound transformations. Maya’s global perspective, honed through experiences in New York, Eastern Europe, and the Middle East, enables her to connect with leaders across diverse cultures and professions. In Maya’s world, leadership becomes an art form—each decision a brushstroke, each challenge a canvas. Her Atelier is where leaders come to construct something entirely new that reflects the complexity, paradoxes, and beauty of the world they wish to lead. A passionate stylist since her days at Ann Taylor, Maya views fashion as a powerful medium for self-expression. Beyond her work at the Atelier, she is an executive contributor and columnist for international magazines, sharing insights on life, leadership, and legacy—with style.

Your Goals: As a new leader, you may want to move from task manager to people leader, prepare to take on a new team or responsibilities, or shift from tactical to strategic leadership. Additionally, you may want to conquer imposter syndrome, identify and navigate your blind spots, or act on specific feedback to enhance your leadership strengths. Our Work Together: Our work together will provide you with the opportunity to develop self-awareness, recognize your strengths, address your weaknesses, and empower you to make informed decisions and lead with confidence. Through this process, you’ll be equipped to overcome obstacles, build resilience, and capitalize on opportunities for growth, enabling you to lead with clarity, purpose, and effectiveness.

Hello, and welcome to my profile! With over two decades of experience in leadership roles at top financial institutions like Capital One and JPMorgan Chase, I bring a wealth of knowledge in management consulting and leadership development. As a Certified Professional Coach since 2019, I've coached over 100 individuals, helping them unlock their leadership potential and achieve their career goals. I currently coach a roster of professionals who help refine my coaching skills and stay at the forefront of leadership development practices. Whether you're looking to enhance your leadership skills or navigate complex career challenges, I'm here to guide you every step of the way. Let's connect and start your journey to success!

I'm a certified Neuro-Shine Technology™ coach, and have over 10 years of consulting experience at a Big 4 accounting firm. With over a decade of experience at EY, where I advanced to the role of Business Transformation Manager, I have supported companies across various industries and been exposed to a wide range of corporate cultures. This experience illuminated my passion for people advocacy and leadership development. Working closely with diverse teams and leaders has deepened my understanding of what it takes to foster growth and drive success. As a coach, I help individuals at all stages of their careers unlock their potential by creating and maintaining environments where individuals feel supported, heard, and appreciated, while also encouraging them to be their authentic selves. Together, we'll deepen your self-awareness, clarify your vision for success, find your spark, and enhance your confidence needed whether at work or a family gathering. Whatever your goals are, I'm here to support your journey!

• Over a decade of leadership experience, including advancing to General Manager at age 24 and managing teams at Tesla. • Managed a Tesla location, leading a team through periods of growth, change, and high-pressure demands. • Led leadership development initiatives at Tesla, impacting over 12,000 leaders across North America. • Designed and delivered workshops on leadership strategy, emotional intelligence, and empathy-driven management. • Proven track record of helping clients step into leadership roles with confidence, negotiate promotions, and overcome imposter syndrome.

With over 20 years of firsthand experience in marketing leadership roles at top tech companies like Google, TikTok, Intel, and Cisco, I transitioned into a full-time ICF certified leadership coach in January 2024. My own journey from individual contributor to senior exec gives me real insight into the challenges mid to senior, high achieving leaders like you face. As your coach, I help you get clear and own your strengths, and translate that into genuine confidence in how you lead. With my marketing background, I will help you frame and communicate that leadership presence clearly, whether you're building a path to promotion, or stepping into a bigger role. You get both real corporate leadership experience and coaching training in one. Let's get clear on your strengths, sharpen how you lead, and build your path to what's next.

Are you ready to take your leadership to the next level? I'm a leadership development coach with a unique blend of practical business expertise and a deep understanding of emotional dynamics. With an MBA from Columbia Business School and 8-year experience at Bain & Company, I had the privilege of working in high-stakes, fast-paced environments, guiding growing leaders to navigate their role's challenges and the emotional complexities of leadership. Obtaining my ICF certification and applying science-based coaching methods, I help high achievers from diverse backgrounds reach their leadership potential by combining psychological insight with business acumen. My approach is all about empowerment: I work with clients to rewrite their personal narratives, build confidence, and take ownership of their growth. With a focus on autonomy, I help leaders develop the skills and mindset they need to succeed on their terms. Having lived and worked in six cities across the globe, I bring a global perspective to coaching and understand the nuances of cross-cultural leadership and personal growth during times of change. Whether you're navigating a career transition or refining your leadership style, I’m here to help you unlock your full potential and lead with impact. Let’s connect and start your journey!