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"Your attitude, not your aptitude, will determine your altitude."


This quote from motivational speaker and author Zig Ziglar has genuinely influenced my outlook on life. When I lost my job during the pandemic in 2020, instead of seeing it as a setback, I saw it as an opportunity to pursue my BBA in Business Leadership and Strategic Innovation. With a degree under my belt, I'm now eager to join a new team dedicated to positively impacting the world. 


I bring over two decades in product management, product development, customer success, sales marketing, organizational design and team leadership. I have spearheaded the development and monetization strategies for hardware, software, and service products, representing over $1 billion in revenue. I've also earned international recognition twice for leading and inspiring highly-effective, globally distributed teams. 


If you  are looking for a leader with a can-do attitude to help increase the engagement and productivity of your team through value-based leadership, let’s connect.  


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How I Show Up

As an individual

I value service and feel grateful to serve as an executive board member for Only7Seconds, an organization addressing the loneliness epidemic affecting today's youth. Connection is a basic human need; our team at Only7Seconds provides young people with the tools to make meaningful and intentional connections with others in their circles. Connecting people to a common purpose and one another is how I endeavor to add value to humanity and find fulfillment in my life. 

As a coach

I create and foster teams where members feel valued, challenged, and engaged with their work. I connect my team with an aspirational vision and shared goals to develop a sense of purpose, encourage autonomy, and increase engagement in our work. I promote continuous learning through feedback and provide training and coaching opportunities to up-skill and develop team members both personally and professionally.

As a Product Executive

Leveraging quantitative and qualitative data, I craft product strategy and identify growth opportunities. This data-driven approach, combined with a keen focus on customer needs enabled me to develop five new revenue streams and open two new sales channels, generating over $1 billion in revenue throughout my career. My success is predicated upon listening to and connecting with my customers to recognize their needs and acting based on that information. 

As a leader

My ability to promote team morale, engagement, upward mobility, and growth serve as indicators of what I consider success. Developing a world-class  teams with a focus on customer experience  centers on creating a culture that values service and empowers everyone to deliver the best possible experiences. I have been recognized academically and professionally for leading award-winning internationally disbursed teams.  

As a Global Citizen

I love working with people from all over the world, and I thrive in international settings. My curiosity has led me to learn several languages, which has resulted in friendships with people worldwide. I enjoy and grow through the perspectives of others, and my time abroad has stretched my mind and humbled me with gratitude. 

When your company's values align with your own personal values, it gives you purpose!


Jay Kalka

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