
Maria D.
Career Counselor & Mentor at Freelance
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I’m someone who builds: teams, systems, products, and possibilities.
Over the past few years, I helped build Vault Hill from scratch, taking on everything from operations and hiring to strategic planning, fundraising, and launching products like Hillda, our AI-powered agent.
As COO, I wore many hats (as you do in a startup), working across continents with brilliant people, navigating growth, uncertainty, and ambition all at once. I led cross-functional teams, managed investor relationships, helped raise millions, and stayed grounded in what really matters: people, clarity, and purpose.
Now I’m stepping into a new chapter. I’m offering what I’ve learned through:
- Startup and scale-up consulting
- Career and business coaching
- Fractional leadership support
- Strategic input on AI-driven or people-focused products
- Speaking opportunities around leadership, reinvention, and real growth
If you’re building something meaningful and looking for a partner who’s hands-on, adaptable, and honest, I’d love to connect.
Over the past few years, I helped build Vault Hill from scratch, taking on everything from operations and hiring to strategic planning, fundraising, and launching products like Hillda, our AI-powered agent.
As COO, I wore many hats (as you do in a startup), working across continents with brilliant people, navigating growth, uncertainty, and ambition all at once. I led cross-functional teams, managed investor relationships, helped raise millions, and stayed grounded in what really matters: people, clarity, and purpose.
Now I’m stepping into a new chapter. I’m offering what I’ve learned through:
- Startup and scale-up consulting
- Career and business coaching
- Fractional leadership support
- Strategic input on AI-driven or people-focused products
- Speaking opportunities around leadership, reinvention, and real growth
If you’re building something meaningful and looking for a partner who’s hands-on, adaptable, and honest, I’d love to connect.
Work Experience
Career Counselor & Mentor
Freelance
Jun 2024 - Present
1 yrs 11 mos
Co-Founder & COO
Vault Hill
Oct 2021 - Mar 2025
3 yrs 5 mos
Education
Ulster University
International Business
2021 - 2022
University of Roehampton
Business Management
2017 - 2020
Skills
AI chatbot
AI Model Training
1 1 Coaching
Guidance and Expertise Provided
I'm driven by the belief that no one should navigate change alone. As a mentor and coach, I help individuals gain clarity, confidence, and practical tools for growth. With 15+ years in business, I guide people through career transitions, startup strategy, leadership development, and AI adoption. My goal is to empower others to own their story, act with intention, and unlock their next chapter with purpose and confidence.
Expertise Areas
Leadership
Managing Remote Teams
Executive Coaching
Mentorship Skills Development
Efficiency Optimization
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Strategies
Emotional Intelligence for Leaders
Goal Achievement
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