Do I Qualify?
Karen Gilhooly's avatarPerson

Karen Gilhooly

CEOTrue North Collaboration

Chicago, IL

Member Since June 2024

Skills

Communication Skills
Executive Leadership
Team Building

About

As a transformational leader, I specialize in helping company leaders revolutionize their organizations through accelerated growth, enhanced profitability, and increased engagement. My approach leverages cutting-edge AI, Answer Intelligence (AQ), and innovative communication strategies to drive remarkable results. With extensive experience in Financial Services, Global Transaction Banking, Fintech, and PE/VC backed companies, I excel in developing high-performing, diverse, cross-functional teams on a global scale. My track record demonstrates consistent success in driving transformation agendas, implementing change management programs, and delivering substantial revenue growth alongside exceptional customer satisfaction. I'm particularly adept at identifying, attracting, and nurturing top talent, which has been crucial to my success in creating empowered, customer-centric cultures across organizations. My leadership style, characterized by motivational storytelling and a commitment to challenging the status quo, has led to increased wallet penetration and extraordinary customer journeys, as evidenced by outstanding satisfaction scores. Recognized for innovative thought leadership, a collaborative mindset, and superior problem-solving abilities, I bring a unique blend of strategic vision and practical execution to every challenge. Above all, I'm driven by a passion for helping others find the same sense of fulfillment and accomplishment in their work that I experience in driving organizational success.

Published content

9 reasons brands are elevating their video marketing strategies 

expert panel

Consider these factors to engage your clients and grow your business. In a digital business economy, serving today's current and prospective customers who have short attention spans is becoming increasingly important but also a bit of a challenge. Whether a brand decides to post more meaningful content value on its YourTube channel or TikTok platform, the time is now for video engagement.  Otherwise, the company may be missing out significantly on elevating in a consistent and effective manner. Here, nine experts from Fast Company Executive Board share how business owners are leveraging video marketing to promote their brands' products and services, and how this strategy has been beneficial to their establishment's success. 

Career transitioners: 12 methods to make hiring managers take notice 

expert panel

Consider these next steps to achieve a smooth job transformation in a new industry of choice. When it comes to making a drastic career transition in life, it's something that can be obtained in time, no matter how difficult it may seem at first. Learning to communicate your professional goals clearly and authentically is one of the first steps to gaining the trust and credibility that will turn your career aspirations into reality. To help steer business professionals in the right direction and contemplate their next moves, below, 12 Fast Company Executive Board members each discuss their strategy for translating existing job skills to new industry standards and leverage digital platforms for job hunting, ensuring that candidates stand out in a competitive employment landscape.

Company details

True North Collaboration

Company bio

Growth is the lifeblood of all organizations. In today's rapidly evolving market, staying relevant isn't just an option—it's a necessity. While leaders often champion transformation, they frequently overlook a crucial element: fully engaging their employees in the process. At True North Collaboration, we believe employees shouldn't be bystanders in the growth journey, but active agents of innovation. Our mission is to help companies and their staff successfully navigate the "human side" of change. We achieve this by: Providing tools that align individual strengths with company values and strategic goals Fostering a workplace culture that encourages curiosity, imagination, and experimentation Transforming "change anxiety" into confidence and engagement Our human-centric approach ensures that transformation happens "with" employees, not "to" them, leading to increased engagement and workplace satisfaction. True North Collaboration offers a customized suite of business transformation tools: • Comprehensive organizational assessments • Sales culture transformation • Customer success and experience workshops • Sales and customer excellence coaching These services are designed to align your entire organization to one compass, helping you find your true north.

Industry

Corporate leadership

Area of focus

Corporate Training
Fintech
Consulting

Company size

2 - 10