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Parul S.

Parul Sahai

Break into AI Coach | Helping Professionals Transition into AI Careers

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    Northeastern University

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    Merrill Lynch

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I spent close to a decade at Merrill Lynch, rising to Director and working on IPOs, cross-border equity transactions, and billion-dollar capital raises. Today, I combine that firsthand investment banking experience with my work as a CTI-certified executive coach to help candidates trying to work at an investment bank navigate the recruiting process and position themselves to stand out. With an MBA in Finance from Northeastern University and experience spanning global finance, fintech, startups, and higher education, I understand what the industry demands and what it takes to build a competitive candidacy. I coach candidates on developing a strong profile, building technical knowledge, networking strategically, and preparing for interviews. My approach goes beyond résumé reviews and interview practice. I help candidates assess where they stand, identify gaps, develop a compelling story, and build a clear, actionable recruiting strategy. My goal is to help candidates approach investment banking recruiting with clarity, confidence, and a practical plan to maximize their opportunities.

Parul’s Break Into AI Careers Qualifications

Coaches professionally

Experience level: Associate

60+ Break Into AI Careers clients

Parul has helped clients get into these companies:

I help professionals move into AI and technology roles without starting from scratch — by reframing how their experience is positioned. I bring over eight years of leadership and career coaching experience, supporting professionals and emerging leaders as they navigate complex career transitions and develop the confidence, clarity, and strategy needed to succeed. In my role advising master’s students at Hult International Business School, I worked closely with a highly international student body pursuing careers in AI, data science, data analytics, business analytics, and technology. I coached students on positioning their backgrounds for these rapidly evolving fields, helping them craft compelling resumes and LinkedIn profiles, build strategic networks, prepare for interviews, and negotiate offers in the U.S. job market. My background also combines global business experience, strategy, and evidence based coaching. I hold an MBA in Finance and began my career in global finance with Merrill Lynch, where I worked on cross border transactions and collaborated with diverse teams in high pressure environments. Today, as a CPCC-certified coach through the Co-Active Training Institute, I integrate career strategy with leadership development and mindset work helping professionals overcome imposter syndrome, clarify their strengths, and confidently transition into AI and technology careers. This blend of coaching expertise, global business perspective, and hands-on experience advising graduate students entering AI-related roles enables me to guide clients with both practical strategy and deep developmental support

Parul can help with:

AI Fundamentals

Cover Letters

Interview Prep

Job Search Strategies

LinkedIn Review

Networking Strategy

Resume

Salary Negotiation

Skill Building

Why do I coach?

I coach because I believe growth happens when people gain clarity, confidence, and courage. Throughout my career, from global finance to startups to higher education, I’ve seen that even the most capable professionals can feel stuck by self-doubt, uncertainty, or lack of direction. Coaching allows me to help people break through those barriers, discover their strengths, and move forward with purpose. I am driven by a passion for unlocking potential and creating pathways for others. Whether I’m working with a Master's student navigating the U.S. job market, or a senior leader managing complex team dynamics, I coach to empower people to see possibilities they hadn’t imagined, and to build the skills, resilience, and presence needed to thrive in today’s fast-changing world. At its core, my coaching is about transformation, helping individuals and teams align who they are with how they lead, collaborate, and grow. I coach because I know the ripple effect: when one person steps into their fullest potential, it uplifts organizations, communities, and beyond.

Work Experience

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Career Coach/ Career Development Advisor

Hult International Business School

November 2024 - December 2025

Design and deliver targeted workshops, career bootcamps and career development programs for 175 graduate students across multiple disciplines, including the MS in Entrepreneurship and Innovation, MS in Marketing & Analytics, MS in International Business, MBA, and MS in Business Analytics Provide one-on-one coaching in career strategy, resume and LinkedIn optimization, personal branding, networking, interview preparation and salary negotiation with a strong focus on guiding international students (90% of the population) through the nuances of the U.S. job market. Well-versed in CPT and OPT regulations Promote self-awareness and empower students to confidently communicate their unique value propositions to potential employers Coach students on the use of AI-driven tools to create polished, industry-specific LinkedIn profiles, resumes, and cover letters Support students in building and leveraging professional networks to enhance industry insight and access job opportunities Work extensively with CRM tools and utilize Salesforce, and Canvas to track student engagement, manage advising notes, and support the full student career journey Oversee the review and approval process for summer internships and full time roles, ensuring alignment with program and visa requirements Collaborate with the Career Development & Employer Relations team to connect students with the broader Hult network, including alumni, faculty, employers, and professional associations Partner with Enrollment, Academics, and Marketing teams to enhance the Hult brand among prospective students, alumni, and employer partners Career Strategist, Career Development Coaching and +2 skills

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Leadership and Executive Coach

Elatra

November 2023 - Present

Empower professionals at all levels in Global Fintech and Tech companies to unlock their full potential and thrive within their organizations Partner with clients to foster self-awareness, navigate organizational complexity, and drive personal and professional growth in fast-paced, dynamic environments Deliver exceptional and transformative coaching experiences that strengthen the Leadership Development coaching brand and create opportunities for continued growth and impact Support tech-driven organizations in building a coaching culture that enhances performance, increases engagement, and improves employee retention and loyalty Coach high-potential employees and leaders to prepare for expanded responsibilities, lead strategic initiatives, and manage conflict and team dynamics effectively Equip managers with the leadership skills needed to drive results, cultivate psychological safety, and foster inclusive, high-trust workplace environments Develop core leadership competencies such as executive presence, strategic thinking, team management, and decision-making under pressure Career Development, Leadership Development and +2 skills

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Investor

Voyager Ventures

February 2021 - Present

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Career, Leadership, and Executive Coach

Parul Sahai Coaching

December 2018 - Present

Career and Leadership Coach to Investment Banking candidates, startup founders, C-suite executives, and emerging professionals, supporting them through recruiting, career strategy, leadership development, empowerment, and personal growth. Helping clients build clarity, confidence, and purpose at pivotal career moments. Specialized in Investment Banking recruiting, guiding candidates through story development, technical and behavioral interview preparation, networking strategy, and offer positioning, with a focus on helping clients articulate credible, compelling narratives that resonate with banks. Support clients in maximizing their potential and fostering cultures of high empathy and high performance, grounded in vulnerability, authenticity, trust, and accountability. Act as a thought partner and strategic guide, helping individuals define and pursue meaningful goals, align their careers with their strengths and values, and enhance overall well-being across both personal and professional domains. Bring a deep understanding of the personal, professional, and social challenges clients face, with the ability to effectively support individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and socioeconomic statuses. Facilitate deep inner work around self-sabotage, limiting beliefs, executive confidence, and imposter syndrome, helping clients uncover what holds them back and create sustainable pathways for long-term growth and leadership impact.

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Angel Investor

Investor

1999 - Present

Venture Capital and Investments

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Director

Merrill Lynch

August 1995 - February 2002

Worked closely with top institutional mutual and hedge funds like Fidelity, Templeton and Vanguard, and supported their investment portfolios Led numerous IPOs on the NYSE and NASDAQ for Asian companies (inc. Oberoi Hotels, MTNL, CNOOC and SAIL) Raised $1B+ for Asian Companies via IPO PIPE and other equity transactions Adept at working closely with different teams like banking, trading and sales Rose through the ranks to the position of Director of Asian equities Worked on complex financial transactions with the derivatives desk Built lifelong relationships with clients and associates

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Research Associate - International Finance

Harvard Business School

1992 - 1993

Wrote Harvard MBA case studies and led financial research Developed evidence-based case studies and conducted primary/secondary research on international finance markets, applying rigorous methodologies that now inform student career program design

Education

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Northeastern University

Master of Business Administration (MBA), Finance

1992 - 1993

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