Katarina Podlesnaya

Katarina Podlesnaya is a Project Leader at Boston Consulting Group (BCG), where she has been involved in various capacities since 2011. She has extensive experience in executive advising, business development, and team building. Her career includes notable roles such as Principal at BCG from 2020 to 2023 and earlier positions as an Engagement Manager at ConsenSys and a Fellow at On Deck.

Education and Skills

Katarina holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from INSEAD and a Bachelor's degree in Corporate Strategy from the University of Michigan's Stephen M. Ross School of Business. Her skill set encompasses networking, organizational design, negotiation, and personal resilience. She is fluent in multiple languages, including English, Russian, Italian, and French, which complements her ability to work in multicultural environments across North America, South America, Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific region.12

Professional Background

In addition to her role at BCG, Katarina has founded her own consulting firm, Katarina Podlesnaya Consulting & Coaching, LLC, where she specializes in executive coaching, family business consulting, and organizational design advising. Her diverse background also includes owning a custom clothing business, Michigan Clothiers, which she successfully sold for a profit.12

Katarina's approach to coaching and consulting emphasizes critical questioning and providing new perspectives, making her a sought-after advisor for professionals navigating complex career challenges.2