Meet Nashae Roundtree

Harvard MBA | Techstars Founder | Formerly Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan Chase, & Bain | First-Gen Graduate 

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About Nashae Roundtree

Nashae Roundtree is a Speaker, Founder, Consultant, and Coach passionate about closing the opportunity gap for underdogs and outliers. She is invited by companies, corporations, and organizations to motivate and empower their people through strategic and thoughtful messages on developing resilience, finding purpose at work, developing skills for the AI revolution, and more.

Nashae Roundtree began her journey on the South Side of Chicago as a first-generation college student with big dreams. Through grit and determination, she worked for prestigious corporations like JPMorgan Chase and Goldman Sachs, gaining invaluable experience in technology and innovation.

Having spoken to thousands of future leaders and teams, she believes anyone can 10x their results with the right mindset, regardless of their background.  

Nashae founded Her Skill Academy, a Techstars-backed venture with an unrelenting passion for closing the opportunity gap in technology and leveling the playing field for underestimated groups. She remains a dynamic entrepreneur, visionary leader, and dedicated advocate for empowerment and diversity. Combining her formal education, corporate expertise, and entrepreneurial spirit to create a palpable impact wherever she goes.

Nashae is on a mission to help millions excel and thrive in work and life.

Here are some of the speaking programs that organizations invite Nashae to cover.

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    Overcoming Adversity and Succeeding With Any Background

    Overcoming obstacles and finding success with any background: Nashae shares her personal journey of breaking into high-paying careers as a first-generation college graduate and woman of color. She highlights her challenges and how she overcame them, offering practical advice for students and professionals navigating similar paths.

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    Leveraging AI to Drive Business and Personal Growth

    In this program, Nashae discusses the potential impact of artificial intelligence on businesses and how companies can leverage AI to drive growth and stay competitive in the market. She also provides insights on integrating AI into existing processes and the importance of creating an ethical framework for its use.

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    Building Personal Brand and Influence

    As a successful entrepreneur, speaker, and innovation expert, Nashae has built a strong personal brand and online presence. In this program, she shares her insights on building an authentic personal brand and using it to establish thought leadership and influence in your industry. She also covers strategies for networking, personal branding on social media, and creating a powerful online presence.

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    Creating an Inclusive and Thriving Workplace for Everyone

     Nashae is an expert in empathetic leadership and inclusive cultural strategies that help organizations build an inclusive culture where employees from all backgrounds feel valued and empowered. She provides practical tips for recruiting and retaining diverse talent, creating an inclusive workplace culture, and fostering diversity and inclusion through policies and practices. 

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    Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: From Surviving to Thriving

    Many underdogs and outliers struggle with imposter syndrome, the feeling of not belonging or undeserving of their accomplishments. Drawing from her personal experiences, Nashae provides practical strategies for overcoming imposter syndrome and building confidence in your abilities.

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    Diving into Entrepreneurship The Right Way

    Diving into entrepreneurship smartly: With the rise of the gig economy and remote work, entrepreneurship has become an increasingly popular career choice. Nashae shares her experience as an entrepreneur and provides practical tips for starting a successful business, managing finances, and navigating the challenges of being your own boss.

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    Additional Areas of Expertise

    • Embracing change and innovation: In today's fast-paced world, adaptability and openness to new ideas are crucial. Nashae encourages individuals and organizations to embrace change and innovation and provides insights on staying ahead of the curve and driving positive transformation.
    • Avoiding burnout with boundaries and balance: Burnout has become common due to our constantly connected and fast-paced lives. She emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries and maintaining a balance in personal and professional life to prevent burnout and maintain overall well-being.
    • The power of mentorship: Mentorship can profoundly impact personal and professional development. She shares her own experiences with mentorship and guides how to find the right mentors.
    • Harnessing the power of vulnerability: Vulnerability is often viewed negatively, but it can be a strength when used correctly. She shares her personal journey with vulnerability and how embracing it has helped her connect with others, build trust, and drive positive change.

Here are Some Organizations Nashae Worked With

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