Greg Powel
CEO of Money Group 

Working with Jay Bowden has been a meaningful part of my growth as a CEO—and our growth as a leadership team at Money Group. Jay did 1:1 coaching with me, but what made the engagement even more impactful was that he also worked directly with several other leaders on my team. He took the time to understand our business, our culture, and some of the unique challenges we were navigating as a startup successfully growing a business with over 100 people.

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Jay brings deep experience as an operator and sales leader, but what stood out most was his ability to balance directness with empathy. He told me what I needed to hear, not just what was easy to say—and that helped me get better. He introduced practical frameworks for running more effective cross-functional meetings and even facilitated our first few sessions in person. These weren’t just check-the-box exercises; we had real conversations, addressed the elephant in the room, and started building stronger trust as a team.

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The result? Our business feels more cohesive. Our team communicates more clearly and collaborates more effectively. We are seeing record breaking revenue and closing more deals too. I believe that’s in no small part thanks to Jay’s contributions.

Pashmeena Hilal
Head of Industry Research and Thought Leadership at Google

Simply put:  Working with Jay has been game-changing in my career. Jay's guidance has been instrumental in helping me navigate complex leadership conversations with clarity and confidence. I've also become much more effective at managing expectations within my team, leading to smoother workflows and stronger relationships.

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Beyond the day-to-day leadership, Jay provided invaluable support as I prepared for senior-level interviews. His insights into the interview process, guidance in knowing my story and helping me navigate ambiguity significantly boosted my confidence and performance.  Thank you, Jay, you truly are a guiding light. 

Julie Kikla
Senior Director at Whatnot

Working with Jay Bowden has been one of the most impactful professional experiences of my career. His positive, thoughtful approach creates a space where you feel both supported and challenged to grow. What sets Jay apart is not just his deep coaching expertise, but the way he brings his own rich career experience—along with his personal wins and honest reflections on setbacks—into every session. That transparency adds so much depth and relatability to his guidance.

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Jay doesn’t just coach for the moment; he equips you for the long run. I now have a practical, empowering toolkit I can reference anytime, and perhaps most importantly, I carry Jay’s voice with me—encouraging, insightful, and always reminding me of what’s possible. He’s helped me access a level of clarity and confidence that continues to shape how I lead and show up every day.

Antonia Prieto
Industry Director, Google:

Working with Jay brought incredible clarity to my career path and leadership style. His insightful coaching helped me embrace my strengths in strategic thinking and empowering my team, allowing me to lead with more confidence and authenticity. I highly recommend Jay to any leader looking to level up and advance their career. This journey has renewed my purpose and energy for my work.

Jared Applebaum
CEO of Aura House

As a young executive in a fast-growing startup, I was struggling to keep up with the challenges and obstacles of leading and growing a high-performing team. Jay has been an incredible mentor and guide, helping me develop the management and leadership skills I need to be successful in my role. Beyond that, Jay has also become a trusted confidant who I can turn to for fresh perspective and insights on the big decisions I need to make. Working with Jay has been invaluable to my professional growth.