Hi! I’m Cali. I'm founder of North Star Rising, a leadership development company.

I bring a coaching mindset and strategist’s vision to my work. I'm trained as a social scientist, experienced in startups and entrepreneurship, and have crafted a career that spans community development, program design, partnerships, and communications.

For nearly 8 years, I shaped partnerships and ecosystem development programs for Techstars. I've also designed programs for a top-ranking university, a global marketing agency, and for numerous social impact startups.

I have 15+ years’ experience that has afforded me a 360-degree view of the entrepreneurial ecosystem.

My superpowers: Systems Thinking | Curious Empathy | Cultural Compass

My North Star (aka my personal values framework): ✦ Lead with integrity ✦ Curiosity, always ✦ Extend invitations ✦ Build autonomy ✦ Connect the unexpected

I'm currently open to fractional roles in the following areas:

PROGRAM DESIGN - I partner with VC funds, accelerators, corporate innovation/venture teams, and startup programs to design and deliver their entrepreneur- and innovation-focused programming.

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT - I help founders & senior startups leaders develop clarity and conviction in their work through 1-on-1 development coaching, peer group forums, and leadership development workshops.