I have mentored and coached hundreds of transitioning military service members, spouses, and executives through career and industry transitions. I have completed more than 7,000 professional resume reviews and have mentored and coached via a variety of platforms and programs. I have extensive expertise in career development, LinkedIn, resumes, interview preparation, offer negotiation, and just about any other career development topic. I have hired, trained, and mentored dozens of executives and have experience in international markets and organizations as well.

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!

Looking back at my career and the careers of those that I admire, one throughput has been clear - it's not just WHAT you know, but WHO you know that can move you and your career forward in life. Whether you are an introvert or an extrovert, there are many ways one can build the skill of networking today to set up their careers for tomorrow. By working with me as your coach, we can talk through your career goals, how networking can help advance them, and build a strategy and plan for which to execute.

Welcome! I’m here to help you achieve your goals with clarity and confidence. As a Board Certified Coach, Certified Master of Career Services, and Global Career Development Facilitator, I’m passionate about empowering individuals to unlock their potential and create meaningful, lasting change. With over 20 years of experience in case management, counseling, and coaching, I bring a wealth of expertise in career development, program management, leadership development, and training. I take a holistic, person-centered approach, drawing on your strengths to guide you through challenges and help you achieve your personal and professional goals. My work is rooted in forming genuine connections and building supportive partnerships, and I’m committed to meeting you wherever you are—at any age, stage, or background. Whether you’re aiming for career advancement, personal growth, or professional clarity, I’m here to walk alongside you on this journey. I believe in your potential, and I look forward to getting started together!

I can help with the full recruiting process: identifying what roles and companies to target, creating a strong resume, networking, telling your story, interview prep, and offer negotiation My clients have landed offers at Amazon, Microsoft, JPMorgan, Pfizer, Capital One, Tesla, Zillow, Hulu, Tencent, Unity Games, Oracle, IBM, Dell, and many other companies I've also helped clients negotiate compensation increases that have more than paid for all of our coaching sessions ⚡️

Looking to break into Big Tech? There’s tons of roles across program, product, and project management at FAANG+ companies ready for the taking! Or maybe you already have your foot in the door at a Mag7 company and want to excel by upleveling your title, pay, and respect in the Big Tech industry? Join me in a coaching journey to build a plan that combines the best of personal and professional development for you to get IN and standing OUT at your dream company. Based on where you're at and what you want next, we'll focus on the right areas for you to succeed in your career: ⭐ Breaking into Big Tech | Applications: Implementing a solid framework that enables you to mass apply to the right companies, develops a profile that gets recognized in under the average time of 7 seconds that a recruiter spends looking at each resume, secures you referrals to move your application to the top of the stack, sets you up to nail your interview loops, and lands you the best compensation package ⭐ Excelling in Big Tech | Promotions: Highlighting your accomplishments clearly and concisely to advocate strongly for yourself during bonus and promotion season to level up your title, pay, and respect The goal of our work together is for you to establish and accomplish the right milestones to get you at least one rung higher on your career journey in Big Tech and leave with the mindset that you can keep climbing it with confidence on your own!

I spent 8 years trying to figure out how to climb the corporate ladder and "manage up"; early on in my career, I was unsuccessful. It wasn't until I started establishing relationships with a few helpful mentors, studying for my MBA, and when I volunteered as a Career mentor for undergrad students did I learn from mistakes and start to better understand what was needed to build a successful career. So, utilizing my personal failures and successes, including landing a role as a Sr. Consultant at a Consulting firm, despite applying off-season, and my natural ability to coach, I now help recent undergrads in career development. I particularly enjoy and excel working with recent undergrad students understanding that post graduation is an anxious time, especially for those unsure of their career. Besides providing support and advice, I coach my clients in understanding themselves and determining their goals so that they approach each role confidently and with a strong narrative. Clients of mine have been able to learn sustainable relationship and career building skills, allowing them to make a positive impact in their role and advance in their career.

For 20+ years, I’ve led teams through the tough stuff—growth, change, and transformation—always keeping people at the center. I’ve managed talent pipelines, coached leaders to rise to the challenge, and developed teams of hundreds to thrive under pressure. Now, as the founder of Athena’s Ally, I’ve coached hundreds of clients to navigate their careers, own their strengths, and confidently define their story. Success starts with knowing who you are, what you do well, and how to own it. I help leaders lean into their personal narrative, master self-promotion without feeling like a jerk, and lead unapologetically. Leadership isn’t about perfection—it’s about showing up, owning your strengths, and leading your way. I’m here to make sure you do it with confidence and clarity.

As a career development coach, I aid college students and early-career individuals in discovering their unique brilliance and leveraging this novel self-understanding to create careers uniquely suited to them. Throughout my career advising and mentorship experiences at the WashU Career Center, BlackRock’s Analyst Buddy Program, and Jewish Queer Youth (a nonprofit supporting LGBTQ+ Orthodox Jewish young adults), I have helped people: • Gain clarity on what makes them special: how their particular experiences, strengths, and traits shape them into one-of-a-kind individuals • Identify career goals that align with their passions, values, and desired lifestyles • Achieve their career goals by developing a unique personal brand and conveying this brand via application materials, professional communications, and interviews Getting accepted to BlackRock’s Analyst Program and then evaluating candidates for this program has given me firsthand insight into what’s required to stand out in competitive application processes and land amazing first roles. Moreover, my pivot from the financial industry into a clinical psychology doctoral program has equipped me to help clients navigate and execute fulfilling career changes. I have helped clients gain acceptance to selective internships, jobs, fellowships, and graduate schools, and have facilitated career transitions into Tech, consulting, and the nonprofit sector.

Hello and welcome to my profile! With over 15 years of experience in strategic partnerships and business development at top companies like Okta and Microsoft, I bring a wealth of knowledge to help you advance your career. My diverse background equips me with unique insights into navigating complex career landscapes. Whether you're looking to transition into a new role or climb the corporate ladder, I'm here to guide you every step of the way. Let's connect and chart a path to your career success!