Elissa Ashwood

Elissa Ashwood is a seasoned professional in career and personal development programs, specializing in creating signature programs, digital assessments, and interactive activities products.

With extensive corporate leadership experience at Citibank, American Express, and AIG, along with roles as a top management consultant at McKinsey & Co. and Price Waterhouse, Elissa brings a wealth of expertise to the table.

She has developed over 100 successful leadership and growth experiences for various clients, including executives at top brands, startups, and foundations focused on solving social challenges.

Elissa is the former CEO of the funded tech start-up Truly Accomplished and has served in key roles such as Finance VP and HR Director.

Her track record in developing diverse leaders and enhancing organizational performance positions her as a sought-after career and management advisor.

Elissa is also a published author, with books like 'Managing Motivation: A Manager’s Guide to Diagnosing and Improving Motivation' and 'Evidence-based Productivity Improvement' to her name.

Known by various monikers like 'Mary Poppins' and 'The Oracle,' Elissa is recognized for her ability to translate team ideas into digital products and aid in making ROI-driven technology decisions.

She holds an MBA in Finance and Accounting from the University of Rochester and a BS in Communication and Business Administration from Trinity University.

Elissa has been associated with notable organizations such as The DeBruce Foundation, AARP, McKinsey & Co., and The Lime Group International, contributing to digital product development, online product development, and executive coaching.

Experience as a Director in training, talent management, and organizational development at AIG, and in leadership programs at American Express, further enrich Elissa's diverse skill set.

Elissa Ashwood offers invaluable insights on managing personal and professional success with resilience through her website elissaashwood.com.