Summary
Mahan Tavakoli is a strategic leader and CEO with 11 years in senior executive roles and more than 25 years of broader leadership experience guiding organizations through complex transformations. He helps CEOs convert bold strategy into measurable outcomes by aligning leadership teams, optimizing execution, and driving cultural change—often using OKRs, tailored coaching, and AI-informed insights. As host of the Partnering Leadership podcast he curates conversations with top thinkers and global CEOs, translating high-level ideas into practical steps for change. His track record includes launching social enterprises, scaling international operations across 90+ countries, and leading turnarounds that boosted engagement and profitability. Colleagues describe him as a practitioner who blends seasoned business instincts with hands-on program design and a knack for uncovering hidden misalignments that stall progress. Based in Amsterdam and educated at Georgetown (MBA) and the University of Maryland, he pairs global perspective with a results-first approach to leadership development.
11 years of coding experience
24 years of employment as a software developer
B.S. Human Nutrition, B.S. Human Nutrition at University of Maryland
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) Marketing/Marketing Management General, Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) Marketing/Marketing Management General at Georgetown University McDonough School of Business