Warren Liao

Warren Liao is an Executive Coach and the founder of Liao Leadership LLC.1 He has over 12 years of leadership experience as the Founder and CEO of a global, multi-million dollar e-commerce company called Black Lapel, which he started, scaled, and eventually sold.12

After selling his company, Liao transitioned into executive coaching, focusing on helping founders become resilient, high-performing leaders.1 He is certified by the International Coaching Federation (ICF) as an Associate Certified Coach (ACC) and is also a certified Integral Coach through New Ventures West.1

Liao's coaching approach is based on his personal experience as a founder and emphasizes both personal development and practical leadership skills.2 He aims to help founders navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship, develop resilience, and find fulfillment in their roles.2

Prior to his entrepreneurial journey, Liao worked as an Investment Banking Analyst at Jefferies & Company, specializing in M&A for asset management and financial technology companies.1 He holds a B.S. in Policy Analysis & Management from Cornell University.1

Currently, Liao offers executive coaching and leadership development services through his company, Liao Leadership LLC, which he founded in April 2021.13