Business Development & Partnerships Coaches

As the founder of Startup Sales Consulting, I work closely with founders, AEs, and BDRs at startups to generate more meetings within their Ideal Customer Profile (ICP) and convert interested prospects into paying customers. I've twice been the first sales hire at venture backed startups (Arc Technologies and Trunk Tools - both now with 9-figure valuations) where I help each company scale from seed to beyond series A. Now I work as a sales coach full-time to help more startups do the same. You can check out my training classes on my website (www.yourstartupsales.com) to get an idea of skills that I teach.

Hello and nice to e-meet you! I'm a partnerships and business development leader skilled in facilitating strategic growth with extensive B2B experience across sales, marketing, industry partnerships and brand safety. My team's would describe me as an inspiring people leader with experience building teams and partnerships from the ground up. I have launched and led the Industry Partnerships team on the TikTok For Business Marketing team. Previously at Google, I expanded strategic industry partnerships and financial services accounts on the business side. I'm a former Co-Captain and D-I tennis player at Penn State with an MBA from NYU Stern. I'd love to support you no matter where you find yourself in your career journey!

Welcome to my profile! With over two decades of experience in business development and partnerships, I bring a wealth of knowledge from leading roles at The Walt Disney Company and as a co-founder of Sportiva Media Ventures. At Disney, I spearheaded the Programmatic Sales team, achieving record revenue growth and successfully integrating the Hulu Sales team. My entrepreneurial journey with Sportiva Media Ventures, which I led to acquisition by The Sporting News, honed my skills in scaling businesses and creating innovative revenue streams. Whether you're looking to expand your business or develop strategic partnerships, I'm here to guide you through the process. Let's connect and explore how I can help you achieve your business goals!

In my work as Vice President at Panasonic, we were constantly looking for smaller to large companies to partner with on new business ventures. From our getting into Battery Storage Devices, to our early pioneering of Home Telemedicine, to our working on whole home ventilation and energy systems, I headed a team that worked with partners to bring to market solutions in areas that we could not do on our own. A lot of this work is empowering staff to do the ground work for setting up a successful venture, and a key to doing that is hiring the right type of person. They are not just sales people, or product people, or managers. They are innovators and project management, with technical backgrounds and an understanding of marketing. In this sense, who you put in key positions is a key to getting successful ventures, as well as defining clearly the work of leadership in cementing relationships. I can help advise on doing this successfully.

I’m not a theorist, I’m a builder. Over the past decade, I’ve help scale multiple businesses from the ground up, including a multi-location pediatric dental group, and some real estate ventures. I’ve led teams of doctors, administrators, and staff while navigating the complex challenges that come with growth: hiring and firing, creating systems, balancing budgets, optimizing operations, and developing leaders. I’ve managed everything from clinical workflows to partner buy-ins to executive-level financial structuring. Along the way, I’ve learned how to scale with clarity, simplify complexity, and lead people with purpose. Here’s what sets me apart: Real-world experience: I run businesses just like yours. I’ve been in the trenches—fixing broken systems, reworking team structures, and turning chaos into consistency. Cross-functional knowledge: From finance and staffing to marketing and culture-building, I’ve worked across every area that drives a business forward. Strategic mindset: I combine operational execution with big-picture thinking. I help you zoom out, prioritize what matters, and build systems that scale. Leadership and teaching: As a university professor and mentor to other professionals, I know how to break down complex ideas and coach others to their potential. Whether you're a founder stuck in the weeds or a leader looking to scale without burning out, I can help you build the business behind the vision. This isn’t about fluff. It’s about real solutions from someone who’s doing it every day.

Welcome to my profile! With a robust background in business development and partnerships, and specializing in the sports industry, I currently serve as a Business Development Associate at the NBA, where I leverage my expertise to drive growth and strategic collaborations between brands and the world of basketball. My experience at Wasserman, where I was part of a team that increased company revenue by over $5 million in a year, has honed my skills in client solutions and sales strategy. I have also been involved in the interview and decision-making processes, providing me with a keen understanding of what top companies look for in candidates. Having coached five individuals to successfully navigate their career paths, I am passionate about helping others achieve their professional goals. Let's connect and explore how I can assist you in advancing your career in business development and partnerships!

A seasoned Executive, Advisor, and Coach with over 25 years of experience—including 17+ years at Alphabet—driving strategic partnerships, business development, and operational excellence. As a coach, I specialize in guiding individuals through pivotal moments of change and growth, empowering leaders to unlock their full potential and take purposeful, high-impact action.

Welcome to my profile! With a robust background in marketing and business development, I bring a wealth of experience from top-tier companies like Amazon and Dotdash Meredith. At Amazon, I excelled as an Account Manager, driving advertising success and revenue growth for major beauty brands through strategic partnerships and data-driven insights. My tenure at Dotdash Meredith honed my skills in digital advertising operations, where I collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize campaign performance and meet client KPIs. Additionally, my experience in launching and managing digital marketing strategies for educational institutions and local businesses has equipped me with a unique perspective on brand growth and community engagement. I'm passionate about helping clients develop strategic partnerships that drive business success. Let's connect to explore how I can support your business development goals! My current role at Amazon puts me in front of C-Suite Decision-Makers on a daily basis. I have earned their trust and partnership through my approachability and customer-first mentality. Let's talk more about how you can build these skills.

I’ve spent my career building strong, trust-based relationships that drive business — from leading growth strategy and account development at Deloitte to creating the business development and partnership model for my own boutique consulting firm. At Deloitte, I helped design and execute business development strategies for priority accounts in the TMT sector, working closely with client executives, alliance partners, and internal teams to drive sustained growth. As a founder, I built the firm’s go-to-market model from the ground up — developing messaging, outreach campaigns, and strategic partnerships with complementary firms and advisors. I coach professionals who want to grow their business presence and influence — whether they’re in client-facing roles, building a book of business, launching a new offering, or developing a networking and partnership strategy that aligns with their goals. My approach combines structure and adaptability, drawing on real-world experience to help you build credibility, deepen relationships, and pursue growth in a way that’s both strategic and sustainable.

+ 7+ years in global partnerships and expansion