Chief of Staff Coaches

I was the first business hire and chief of staff at Bedrock Energy, a Series A geothermal energy company. I managed to recruit for this role (as well as many other CoS positions) with 2.5 years of experience from a smaller, lesser-known consulting firm in part because of how I showcased *fit*. Non-technical / generalist roles are all about fit, which can vary based on company size or stage, CoS / principal relationship, and industry. Even as a non-technical hire, I was able to highlight my background in climate and sustainability, analytical skills, and do-it-all mentality (a good fit for an early-stage company). I'm happy to help folks recruiting for CoS / BizOps roles or early CoS's who want support thriving in a new role / company. Feel free to set up an intro call to see if I can be helpful!

With over a decade of leadership and operational experience, I help people sharpen their professional presence, build effective career strategies, and position themselves to land the Chief of Staff role they’re aiming for. After my MBA, I joined a seed-stage AI startup in the political tech space. Startups are never easy, but ours faced unique challenges: navigating election-cycle swings, operating within a complex procurement system, and building trust with AI skeptics—not to mention the backdrop of political headwinds. While my experience was in a niche market, the lessons I learned apply everywhere, such as exercising judgment to prioritize what matters, finding clarity amid ambiguity, and adapting to solve problems you’ve never faced before. The Chief of Staff role is demanding but deeply rewarding, equipping you with the skills to thrive and lead in any environment. I know what it takes, and I’d love to help you get there.

When I stepped into the Chief of Staff role at Microsoft after my years at BCG, I quickly learned that it’s one of the most multifaceted jobs in a company. In my role I oversaw financial planning, strategic initiatives, HR partnerships, and internal operations, while also serving as a trusted advisor to senior leaders. I had to constantly balance big-picture strategy with day-to-day execution and influence without formal authority. Because of this experience, I understand the unique challenges Chiefs of Staff face: shaping strategy while staying behind the scenes, navigating complex relationships, prioritizing in the face of endless demands, and growing into broader leadership roles. This is why I coach aspiring and new Chiefs of Staff, helping them build confidence, clarify their role, and develop the skills to succeed in a position that can often feel ambiguous but is also a powerful career accelerator.

I'm a two-time chief of staff who has navigated the gamut of the role in both Private Equity and Venture Capital backed companies. From managing executives to leading through difficult company events to bringing special projects to life, I've built up a strong CoS toolkit. In my first CoS role, I successfully transitioned from CoS to our VP of Partnerships of Operations in only 9 months. As a Stanford MBA graduate, I served as a leadership coach and helped students to find their management style. I have successfully coached half a dozen individuals, helping them navigate the complexities of the Chief of Staff role and achieve their career goals. Let's connect to explore how I can support your professional journey!

Being an effective Chief of Staff is tough. You are spinning multiple plates in a complex and fast changing environment. Let me help you on your coaching journey as you continue to grow and refine your leadership style in the role. It can be such an exciting and rewarding role!

As a Chief of Staff to 8 different C-level executives and a strategic leader, I've honed my skills in driving organizational transformation and operational efficiency. My experience includes serving as Chief of Staff to the CEO at Stitch Fix, where I led through two CEO transitions and managed internal communications and change management across the enterprise. At Google, I was part of the Office of the CEO's Proactive Issue Management team, handling responses to global and social crises. As a founder and CEO of my own advising firm, I am passionate about helping leaders integrate technology and people effectively. In all my CoS roles, I was the first and established the precedent and then grew to lead the Strategy or Business Operations function as a whole. If you're looking to excel in a Chief of Staff role or enhance your strategic impact, let's connect and explore how I can support your journey!

I'm an experienced startup Chief of Staff; I served as a fractional Chief of Staff for 10+ companies as a self-employed startup consultant, and later joined one of my clients (a YCombinator-backed leading Democratic political tech startup) in-house as founding Chief of Staff. I was later promoted to COO of the same company, which I led for several years until the company's acquisition by ActBlue in 2025. Importantly, I've been an informal leadership coach and Chief of Staff mentor to numerous peers and junior staffers along my journey. I have formal experience developing a coaching and professional development program for second-in-command executives. I'm extremely familiar with the unique dynamics and demands of the Chief of Staff role - as a middleman between executives and staff, as a combined strategist-and-executor, and all of the other many ways that being a Chief of Staff is different than almost any other role in the professional world. I'm here to help you find a Chief of Staff role for the first time, and/or navigate a new role as a Chief of Staff.

I’ve built and scaled teams at the highest levels of private equity–backed companies, where the Chief of Staff role is pivotal to aligning executives, driving priorities, and ensuring execution. With my background as a Stanford MBA and President/COO, and as a former CoS myself, I understand how exceptional Chiefs of Staff operate—and what separates a trusted strategic partner from a task manager. I coach both aspiring and current Chiefs of Staff on how to structure the role, build trust with executives, and translate vision into action. From setting up operating cadences and managing board prep to driving cross-functional initiatives, my approach blends practical playbooks with leadership insights. You’ll leave with the clarity and confidence to add measurable value from day one and grow into your next leadership opportunity.

I served as a Vice President in the Office of the CEO at BlackRock for over three years. In that time, I was responsible for the strategy and engagements related to our international markets, the World Economic Forum, and the Aspen Institute. I worked alongside senior executives to shape the firm's engagement with policymakers, clients, and stakeholders across markets, leverage the CEO's time effectively, and brief and staff him. I also was responsible for writing the CEO's bi-monthly presentation to the Board of Directors and regularly worked with external partners to shape public appearances.

Welcome to my profile! With a diverse background spanning strategic roles at top companies like LinkedIn and Dropbox, and as a former founder/CEO myself, I bring a wealth of experience to my coaching. Currently, as Chief of Staff at Atomic AI, I work at the cutting edge of machine learning and structural biology. My journey has equipped me with the skills to guide aspiring Chiefs of Staff in crafting the right narrative. There is no right path to become a CoS, but having an understanding of the role can help take diverse work experiences and tailor them to what your principal may be looking for. Having coached nearly 20 individuals on networking strategies, negotiations, and zeroing on the right opportunities, I have the right experience to help you get to the next rung in your career ladder and beyond. Reach out to do an initial call and we can go from there!