Katerina Nikolova, Doctoral Candidate, Org Development and Change

Katerina Nikolova is a highly regarded professional with extensive experience in strategy, project management, and operational excellence in challenging and dynamic environments.

She has a strong track record of successfully leading operations and promoting best practices, positioning organizations as industry leaders in competitive markets.

Katerina excels in strategic planning, project management, people operations, DEI leadership, cross-functional collaboration, mentoring, coaching, and handling start-ups/M&A integrations.

She is skilled in developing teams, fostering relationships, setting expectations, communicating vision, and enhancing performance to drive organizational effectiveness.

Having studied at reputable institutions like Colorado Technical University, San Francisco State University, and University of California, Berkeley, Katerina holds a Doctor of Management in Organizational Development and Change, a Master's in Public Administration, and Bachelor's degrees in Mass Communications & French and Journalism.

She has held significant roles at renowned organizations such as Microsoft, Sourcegraph, Credit Karma, Alibaba Group, Stanford University School of Medicine, Chevron, and Allianz, where she contributed as Chief of Staff, Operations Manager, Strategic Partner, and Executive Operations in various departments.