Teni A.
I help executive leaders redefine success and experience fulfillment
Studied at Dartmouth College
Works at Microsoft
Available Friday at 5:00 PM UTC
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Teni’s Leadership Development Qualifications
Coaches professionally
Experience level: Executive
100+ people coached for Leadership Development
Teni Ayo-Ariyo is an HR Professional, a coach and a creative being. Teni holds a dual degree in Psychology and Gender Studies from Dartmouth College and an MBA from Duke University. Currently, she leverages her expertise in HR Strategy at Microsoft and offers services as a coach and workshop facilitator. Clients value Teni's unique blend of strategic thinking, empathetic listening, and practical experience. Her ability to cultivate authenticity and growth in others sets her apart, making her an ideal partner for achieving your goals.
Teni can help with:
Coaching and Mentoring
About Teni
Teni Ayo-Ariyo is an HR Professional, a coach and a creative being. Teni holds a dual degree in Psychology and Gender Studies from Dartmouth College and an MBA from Duke University. Currently, she leverages her expertise in HR Strategy at Microsoft and offers services as a coach and workshop facilitator. Clients value Teni's unique blend of strategic thinking, empathetic listening, and practical experience. Her ability to cultivate authenticity and growth in others sets her apart, making her an ideal partner for achieving your goals. Teni loves deep connections, hot water w/ lemon, and the quiet hum of every day life. She is always searching for music and words that shift her heart and feet. Some days, she practices yoga, some days she uses her business school degree, most days- she’s just trying her best to be human.
Why do I coach?
I help high achievers(corporate leaders, founders, business owners) redefine personal success, and experience fulfillment on the way to achieving their goals. By promoting reflection, intentional living, and the power of vulnerability, I want to inspire people to build a fulfilling life that aligns with their true selves.
Work Experience
Small Business Representative
Microsoft
September 2023 - Present
Founder & Leadership Coach
Braze
June 2023 - Present
I help high achievers slow down, redefine personal success, and experience fulfillment. In my work with clients, I guide them through a transformative journey: From: Constantly striving without appreciating current accomplishments Struggling with a never-ending sense of "not-enoughness" Feeling driven by external measures of success To: Finding balance between ambition and contentment Redefining personal success based on their values and beliefs Appreciating accomplishments while continuing to grow By promoting reflection, intentional living, and the power of vulnerability, my clients build a fulfilling life that aligns with their true selves. Coaching
Senior Coach & Facilitator
The World Bank
January 2023 - Present
The Grand is your partner in navigating transitions at the intersection of work and life. Rather than simply build skills, The Grand’s learning and development platform provides group coaching and a community to support people through change. Career Counseling, Career Strategist and +2 skills
VP Organizational Development
Microsoft
August 2022 - September 2023
-Led a cost-effective transformation in Microsoft Sales org leadership -Crafted and delivered impactful HR communications, cultivating strong stakeholder relationships to support the HR vision. Human Resources (HR), Organizational Development and +3 skills
Program Manager
Microsoft
August 2021 - August 2022
-Formulated and effectively communicated the objectives, scope, and work-back plan for HR Readiness. -Pioneered the development of a scalable governance model for Global HR, spanning 120+ countries. Program Management, Change Management and +2 skills
HR Manager
Microsoft
May 2019 - August 2019
-Conducted analysis of HR metrics to develop a comprehensive framework and propose a Human Capital scorecard for Microsoft. -Facilitated interviews, identified key themes, and provided specific recommendations to enhance HRBP role maturity. Human Resources (HR), Strategic Human Resource Planning and +3 skills
Community Manager
United States Senate
January 2017 - May 2018
-Collaborated with the CEO to manage annual philanthropic national budget and created a comprehensive Volunteer program for over 500 employees in National HQ. Volunteer Management, Program Management and +2 skills
Sr. Program Manager
United States Senate
October 2013 - December 2016
-Redesigned and streamlined recruiting, onboarding, and program infrastructure of three key talent programs for 100+ interns -Developed and facilitated training courses on Diversity and Inclusion, Career Development, and Business Etiquette Human Resources (HR), Program Management and +3 skills
Education
Dartmouth College
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Double Major : Psychology, Women's and Gender Studies
Duke's Fuqua School of Business
Master of Business Administration - MBA