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Will Banks – Meet the Mentor
I’m a board-level executive and international business leader with 20+ years in global financial services, fintech, and corporate advisory. I’ve led institutions and start-ups, managed £234B balance sheets, and been featured in Forbes and CEO World. I’m passionate about strategic growth, fundraising, governance, and innovation on a global scale.
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What I’ve Learned After 25 Years in CX and Strategy — And Why I Mentor Now
I’ve helped companies grow, built businesses, and made a lot of mistakes along the way. This post shares the three biggest lessons that shaped how I lead — and why I now help others do the same.
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Francesco Faggiano - Meet the mentor
From leading high-performing teams at Amazon to mentoring the next generation of leaders, I’ve learned that real impact starts with people. If you're ready to grow faster, lead smarter, and unlock your full potential—I'm here to help.
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You Don't Need a Mentor
You can get good without a mentor, what takes the time is the feedback loop.
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From the Community: Mentor Contributions
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Martin Stadler – Meet the Mentor
Most of my career I've been a frontend engineer. Recently I went through all kinds of roles, from team lead and product management to startup CTO. Right now I'm doing all kinds of consulting and coaching gigs, in the area of frontend engineering, software architecture, agile development, product strategy, career development. In my free time I like to be outside, do sports, and make music.
Martin Stadler
Martin Stadler
April 15th, 2024
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Paras Shah – Meet the Mentor
I am a Software Engineering Leader with 20 years of experience. I have worked in various roles at companies such as Cisco, Riverbed and Coinbase.
Paras Shah
Paras Shah
March 25th, 2024
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Dr. Rok Strniša – Meet the Mentor
I’m a passionate entrepreneur with a background in computer science and 15+ years of experience across different areas of the tech industry, from bootstrapping startups to leading roles in a large international company. In my spare time, I love exploring the far corners of the world, listening to audiobooks, and staying active with kitesurfing and sailing.
Rok Strniša
Rok Strniša
March 25th, 2024
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Ritendra Datta – Meet the Mentor
Ritendra is a Senior Director of Engineering and Head of Applied AI at Databricks, having previously worked at Facebook, Google, and the legendary research labs IBM TJ Watson and Xerox PARC. In addition, he works on film and theater, writing scripts, directing, camerawork, lights, sound, and music. He also enjoys writing on work-related topics on social media.
Ritendra Datta
Ritendra Datta
March 11th, 2024
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Demian Gutierrez – Meet the Mentor
I have 20+ years of experience in software development roles. I founded two companies serving government and building enterprise systems. As a professor, I modernized software engineering/computer science curriculum by integrating theory with hands-on learning. At Amazon/AWS as a Principal Engineer, I provided technical leadership for complex, critical services, and mentoring for 50 people org.
Demian Gutierrez
Demian Gutierrez
March 5th, 2024
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Faris Aziz – Meet the Mentor
I'm Faris, currently working as an Engineering Manager at Navro, where I lead the development of API-first applications and UI portals with a focus designing systems for global collections and payouts. My journey from a bootcamp graduate to software engineer has been marked by a passion for creating impactful, user-centric applications and mentoring the next generation of tech talent.
Faris Aziz
Faris Aziz
March 4th, 2024
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Kyle d'Oliveira – Meet the Mentor
I am principal software engineer based out of Vancouver, B.C., Canada. I have been deep in the coding world for over 15 years. I thrive on finding and tackling hard technical challenges. Recently I've been working hard to become a knowledge producer rather than just a knowledge consumer which has had me speaking at conferences, teaching others, and of course, getting into mentorship.
Kyle d'Oliveira
Kyle d'Oliveira
February 26th, 2024
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Georgios Giasemidis – Meet the Mentor
I am a lead data scientist with more than ten years of experience in the field of data science having led a number of projects across a wide range of topics and methods. I have been mentoring young data scientist via a number of initiatives and platforms. I have strong academic background with a number of publications which have attracted hundreds of citations.
Georgios Giasemidis
Georgios Giasemidis
February 19th, 2024
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Miky Bayankin – Meet the Mentor
My name is Miky, I'm an entrepreneur, startup founder, and a product manager. I have a background in product, operations, business and people leadership. Most of my career, I have been launching new products and businesses - both as standalone companies and within the larger companies.
Miky Bayankin
Miky Bayankin
February 12th, 2024
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Akshay Mahajan – Meet the Mentor
An Entrepreneur with 10+ years of deep experience in Marketplaces, Startup Execution & Product management. My purpose is to help people find their right place in life and I aim to do that by creating content, coaching & services. I believe in working towards Mastery in areas you've a natural inclination to learn & be curious.
Akshay Mahajan
Akshay Mahajan
February 12th, 2024
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Ino Chang – Meet the Mentor
Hi I'm an ex-consultant for IBM, Deloitte, and PwC and am now a Sr. Manager at Palo Alto Networks doing M&A and product management. I’ve worked at big techs such as Google and Salesforce and have helped 1K+ people break into tech and consulting. I coach and advise on breaking into consulting and product management/tech as well as career development and entrepreneurship.
Ino Chang
Ino Chang
February 12th, 2024
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Ahmed Soliman – Meet the Mentor
Hi there! Ahmed here, tech enthusiast by day, dedicated husband & dad by night to a curious 9-month-old! Traveling and soaking up new cultures with my family is another fuel to my soul. Exploring hidden gems, and creating memories together – it's pure joy! But my greatest joy comes from helping others unlock their potential So, if you're ready to embark on your own tech adventure, whether you're a curious beginner or a seasoned pro looking to level up, let's chat! I'm here to guide, encourage, and celebrate your journey every step of the way.
Ahmed Soliman
Ahmed Soliman
February 12th, 2024
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Giuseppe Santoro – Meet the Mentor
Hello! My name is Giuseppe, and I work as a Senior Software Engineer in the Observability department at Elasticsearch. I am a Certified Kubernetes Administrator, and I have over ten years of experience in the field of Software Engineering. I have recently started a personal blog and newsletter primarily about System Design, Kubernetes, and Elasticsearch.
Giuseppe Santoro
Giuseppe Santoro
February 5th, 2024
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Maximizing the Advantages of Marketing Mentorship: A Guide for Mentees
Learn the perks of locking arms with a marketing mentor to grow your career in this guide for mentees.
Andriy Zapisotskyi
Andriy Zapisotskyi
January 8th, 2024
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Mahesh Aasori Soundar – Meet the Mentor
I am a husband to an amazing wife, a father to a beautiful little girl and a son to the best parents in the world. Professionally, I am a data scientist with 10+ years of experience in developing end-to-end scalable analytical products including machine learning. Currently, I work for General Motors in Canada, having previously worked with esteemed companies like Mercedes-Benz in Germany.
Mahesh Aasori Soundar
Mahesh Aasori Soundar
January 8th, 2024
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Vladimer Botsvadze – Meet the Mentor
I'm a world-renowned professional with over 15 years of global experience, recognized as a top influencer in digital transformation and marketing. Holding roles as a keynote speaker, Fortune 500 consultant, startup advisor, and C-suite mentor, I've shaped the success of leading brands. I have been recognized as the No. 1 Global Marketing Thought Leader by Thinkers360.
Vladimer Botsvadze
Vladimer Botsvadze
January 8th, 2024
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Mouhammad Essayed – Meet the Mentor
Hello, my name is Mouhammad Essayed. As an experienced information security practitioner with over a decade in the field, I thrive on embracing new challenges. Simultaneously, I value routine tasks for the steady personal and professional growth they offer.
Mouhammad Essayed
Mouhammad Essayed
January 8th, 2024
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Matthew Standage – Meet the Mentor
I’m Matthew, a Senior UX Designer at a large payment provider, with over a decade of experience working on B2B and B2C user experiences. I also have several years of experience teaching design and UX to students from all over the world.
Matthew Standage
Matthew Standage
January 8th, 2024
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Shahzeb Naveed – Meet the Mentor
I'm a data science professional with over four years of industry experience, contributing my expertise to esteemed organizations such as General Motors, Royal Bank of Canada, and TELUS. My proficiency extends across machine learning, statistics, experimentation, and big data frameworks. I specialize in addressing challenges related to geospatial analytics and time-series forecasting.
Shahzeb Naveed
Shahzeb Naveed
December 18th, 2023
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Catalin Rosu – Meet the Mentor
I am a Software Development Lead with a strong background in software engineering, specialising in architecting and delivering robust software applications, as well as leading and building high-performing teams. With nearly two decades in coding, my transition to leadership was driven by a passion for creating impactful solutions the right way with the right team.
Catalin Rosu
Catalin Rosu
December 4th, 2023
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Mariana Carvalho – Meet the Mentor
A career mentor and writer with more than ten years of professional experience, being the last 7 in corporate America, specifically in technology. I made a career transition to technology in 2016 when I came to the US to pursue my master's degree. I was awarded the Latino 30 Under 30 by El Mundo Boston in 2022 for my mentoring and activities in DE&I in Massachusetts and Brazil.
Mariana Carvalho
Mariana Carvalho
November 27th, 2023
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Mary Knight – Meet the Mentor
A generalist with deep knowledge in Product Design, User Research, & Product Strategy. I'm a deeply feeling, loyal, nurturing – seeker and lifelong learner. Called to support people in bringing their ideas into reality.
Mary Knight
Mary Knight
November 20th, 2023
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Diego Alvarado – Meet the Mentor
Passionate in learning more about people. Sport fan, and outdoor geek.
Diego Alvarado
Diego Alvarado
November 13th, 2023
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Lea Skrinjar – Meet the Mentor
I’m a seasoned Product Strategy Consultant and the Founder of Pax6 Design Consultancy with a decade of experience in Product under my belt. I began my career as a teaching assistant and researcher in the fields of Architecture and Urban Planning which has contributed to the knowledge and approaches I use now. Besides work, you'll often find me immersed in my passions—competitive tennis and piano.
Lea Skrinjar
Lea Skrinjar
November 13th, 2023
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Tarsi Luo – Meet the Mentor
Tarsi Luo stands as one of Australia's leading under-40 CEOs, renowned for her prowess in marketing and community building. Specializing in aiding start-ups, particularly those in the consumable goods and retail sectors, she offers guidance on establishing success, formulating strategies, plotting market routes, and securing funding.
Tarsi Luo
Tarsi Luo
October 30th, 2023
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David Lara Arango Ph.D – Meet the Mentor
At my core, I am a very curious person who loves to keep learning and getting better. I am passionate about many different topics including but not limited to literature, finances, martial arts, fitness, learning languages and music. Professionally, I am a Chief Data Scientist/AI-Data-Software engineer with experience in data-driven cloud architecture.
David Lara Arango Ph.D
David Lara Arango Ph.D
October 23rd, 2023
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Josep M Felip – Meet the Mentor
Hi, thank you for having me here! I'm Josep M Felip and I work in the Digital Marketing world as SEO. Born and raised in Barcelona (well, just beside) and resident in Brighton, UK since 2014. A bit of a polyglot, I speak Catalan, Spanish, French, English and some Italian. I have an insatiable curiosity and passion for continual learning across a range of topics like SEO, psychology, coding, music and film
Josep M (JM) Felip
Josep M (JM) Felip
October 23rd, 2023
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Victor Rubio – Meet the Mentor
Hey there! I am a backend guy which loves to code every day! I am always looking for my next challenge in life. Apart from coding, I like investing and finance, where I have applied my experience as well. Furthermore, I am interested in learning and knowledge acquirable. Always looking for the best way to learn. I try to help other developers learn with my blog & mentorships!
Victor Rubio
Victor Rubio
October 23rd, 2023
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Milad Mahdian – Meet the Mentor
Milad is a tech lead at Google, with a focus on improving automated bidding at Google Search and Shopping ads. Previously, he was the founder and CEO of the Turtles app, a customer marketing and engagement platform for brick and mortar small businesses.
Milad Mahdian
Milad Mahdian
October 16th, 2023
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Dan Ford – Meet the Mentor
Hi there! I'm a freelance software engineer and coach/mentor based in Seattle, Washington, USA
Dan Ford
Dan Ford
October 16th, 2023

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