Michelle Carlen
Founder & President at Alignment Advising- Claim this Profile
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Laurel Pendle
Michelle, Founder of Alignment Advising is a force to be reckoned with in this industry. Her knowledge, leadership skills, customer service and expertise of strategy, professional development topics are unparalleled. I would recommend her to any business owner or executive looking for advice and to level-up their game.
Mitch Woolley
I've engaged Michelle to be a guest speaker on two separate occasions for organizations that our company manages. Michelle's expertise and professionalism in presenting relevant content and connecting with her audience at all levels allow her to be a success. I highly recommend her!
Michelle S. McMahon
For anyone deciding to elevate or shift their career aspirations into a new direction, Michelle is your go-to! She's a true expert and professional in her field and a very trusted resource. She helped me streamline ideas and brand identity for my new consultancy venture in which I will forever be grateful. I would recommend Michelle to anyone who's starting their own company and/or needs career guidance!
Laurel Pendle
Michelle, Founder of Alignment Advising is a force to be reckoned with in this industry. Her knowledge, leadership skills, customer service and expertise of strategy, professional development topics are unparalleled. I would recommend her to any business owner or executive looking for advice and to level-up their game.
Mitch Woolley
I've engaged Michelle to be a guest speaker on two separate occasions for organizations that our company manages. Michelle's expertise and professionalism in presenting relevant content and connecting with her audience at all levels allow her to be a success. I highly recommend her!
Michelle S. McMahon
For anyone deciding to elevate or shift their career aspirations into a new direction, Michelle is your go-to! She's a true expert and professional in her field and a very trusted resource. She helped me streamline ideas and brand identity for my new consultancy venture in which I will forever be grateful. I would recommend Michelle to anyone who's starting their own company and/or needs career guidance!
Laurel Pendle
Michelle, Founder of Alignment Advising is a force to be reckoned with in this industry. Her knowledge, leadership skills, customer service and expertise of strategy, professional development topics are unparalleled. I would recommend her to any business owner or executive looking for advice and to level-up their game.
Mitch Woolley
I've engaged Michelle to be a guest speaker on two separate occasions for organizations that our company manages. Michelle's expertise and professionalism in presenting relevant content and connecting with her audience at all levels allow her to be a success. I highly recommend her!
Michelle S. McMahon
For anyone deciding to elevate or shift their career aspirations into a new direction, Michelle is your go-to! She's a true expert and professional in her field and a very trusted resource. She helped me streamline ideas and brand identity for my new consultancy venture in which I will forever be grateful. I would recommend Michelle to anyone who's starting their own company and/or needs career guidance!
Laurel Pendle
Michelle, Founder of Alignment Advising is a force to be reckoned with in this industry. Her knowledge, leadership skills, customer service and expertise of strategy, professional development topics are unparalleled. I would recommend her to any business owner or executive looking for advice and to level-up their game.
Mitch Woolley
I've engaged Michelle to be a guest speaker on two separate occasions for organizations that our company manages. Michelle's expertise and professionalism in presenting relevant content and connecting with her audience at all levels allow her to be a success. I highly recommend her!
Michelle S. McMahon
For anyone deciding to elevate or shift their career aspirations into a new direction, Michelle is your go-to! She's a true expert and professional in her field and a very trusted resource. She helped me streamline ideas and brand identity for my new consultancy venture in which I will forever be grateful. I would recommend Michelle to anyone who's starting their own company and/or needs career guidance!
Credentials
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ABC's of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Bright PlacesJan, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Mentor Certification- Small Business
SCORE MentorsJan, 2021- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Alignment Advising
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United States
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Business Consulting and Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Founder & President
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Dec 2019 - Present
Alignment Advising is a business and professional development boutique consulting firm offering a range of services from marketing, sales and operations functions that support growth and advancement to organizations, and professional development tools and coaching to individuals seeking next level success in their careers. Consulting services range from facilitation of Advisory, Board, Staff & Stakeholder meetings to strategic planning, business plan writing, marketing & sales plan development, crisis management to customer service and sales training. Professional Development coaching focuses on entry-level, mid-manager to executive one-on-one coaching for leadership, communication, and performance success. Career coaching focuses on resume, cover letter, LinkedIn profile writing and mock-interviews. Specialties include: Association Management, Destination Marketing, Health & Wellness, Hospitality, Property Management, Professional Services, and Travel & Tourism Show less
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Women's Economic Ventures (WEV)
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United States
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Non-profit Organization Management
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1 - 100 Employee
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Business Advisor and Instructor
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Oct 2021 - Present
Support small business owners and entrepreneurs in advancing their knowledge and business success through one-one-one advising and class instruction. Support small business owners and entrepreneurs in advancing their knowledge and business success through one-one-one advising and class instruction.
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Travel & Tourism Marketing Association
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United States
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Civic and Social Organizations
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Executive Director
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Apr 2019 - Mar 2020
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Visit Santa Barbara
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United States
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Travel Arrangements
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1 - 100 Employee
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Executive Sales Director
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Jan 2016 - Feb 2019
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See Monterey
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United States
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Travel Arrangements
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1 - 100 Employee
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Regional Sales Executive & Interim Director of Sales
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Jan 2013 - Dec 2015
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Destination Irvine
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United States
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Hospitality
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of Sales
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Aug 2010 - Jan 2013
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Visit Newport Beach Inc.
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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National Sales Manager
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Aug 2006 - Aug 2010
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Education
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1998 - 2001
California State Polytechnic University-Pomona
BS, Business Administration and Management, General -
1996 - 1997
Pasadena City College
Business Administration and Management, General
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