T. McKean

T. Sean McKean is a Partner at ghSMART, a leadership advisory firm.12 In his role, he focuses on several key areas:

Leadership Advisory

Sean co-leads the firm's Coaching and Executive Development practice, where he:

• Partners with Fortune 500 and private equity clients on leadership development
• Advises on CEO Succession and Readiness
• Assists with high-stakes leadership decisions
• Helps improve team effectiveness1

He serves as a trusted thought partner for CEOs and C-suite executives, helping them navigate complex challenges and balance competing priorities to achieve their business goals and personal ambitions.1

Expertise and Background

Sean brings a diverse background to his role at ghSMART:

• Previously worked as an Associate Partner in the Healthcare Practice at Bain and Company
• Experience with CCS Fundraising
• Taught in New York City Public Schools through Teach for America1

Education

• MBA from Columbia Business School, where he was a Feldberg Fellow
• AB with Honors from Harvard College1

Research and Initiatives

Sean is actively involved in ghSMART's research efforts:

• Co-leads the firm's "Boundary Breakers" research initiative
• Has a personal interest in uncovering high-potential talent from non-traditional sources, influenced by his background as the son of a Cuban immigrant1

Through his work at ghSMART, Sean McKean continues to advise top executives on leadership, strategy, and talent management, drawing on his diverse experiences in consulting, education, and fundraising.