Vakassia J. Niles ("V.J."),
MBA is a
Career Strategist and Founder of The Niles Group, and has been successfully providing
trainings and presentations in academia and the corporate world for 20
years. Having a career across four
industries has allowed her to bring her vast knowledge to others as a career
strategist. She understands how to climb the corporate ladder, what it takes to
pivot across industries, and how to grow a professional career brand.
V.J. catapults mid-level professionals and executives who are
frustrated, tired or just ready for a change get to the next level in their
careers. She aids professionals in
finding their authentic voice and helps them no longer dim their light. VJ’s clients land new jobs, network for better
opportunities and get closer to their definition of success and happiness.
VJ utilizes her MBA to
assist professionals who are ready to transition from employee to entrepreneur
develop their ideas, figure out their niche market and set them on the path to
entrepreneurship. She utilizes her B.A. in Africana Studies to impact DEI
efforts and ensure professionals of color are heard and not just seen. She
brings the right strategy to each situation and supports professionals in their
journey.
V.J. is a former co-founder of Career Incubator and co-owner of a
self-esteem boosting summer camp. She has been published in MBA Women magazine, and is a
contributing author to "Just Me: The Business Woman's Personal Branding
Guide". She frequently speaks for
companies and organizations regarding career strategy, career pivots,
leadership, team development, S.T.E.M careers, LinkedIn for business and
networking tips. Her past speaking
engagements include Panasonic, Tesla, GlaxoSmithKline, Centene, DisruptHR NYC,
HACE, National Black MBA Association,
National Association of Women MBAs, Wise HER and more.
