Mariela Gagnon

Launching AI/ML, SaaS, & platform startups.

Talent Architect.

I understand that a company is not just a collection of products, services, or even strategies; it’s a

collection of talent. People form the very heart of an organization. With over two decades of experience, I’ve been privileged to guide startups and Fortune 500 enterprises in building and leading scalable teams both onshore and nearshore.

My true superpower? Identifying the right talent for your organization. My goal is to understand your organization, its cultural values, and talent requirements; fostering open communication to ensure the recruitment efforts are not just effective but also finely tuned to your organization's unique needs and goals.

Beyond the corporate world, you'll find me in the East Bay, sharing my life with my loving husband, Michael, and our three inspiring young boys. I am a traveler, an adventurer, and a lifelong learner. I am curious and enthusiastic, and I bring that same curiosity and enthusiasm to my work, always seeking out new perspectives and new ways to make a difference. I bring that hunger to explore, that drive to innovate, and that passion for pushing the boundaries in everything I do.

I enjoy connecting, sharing experiences, and cultivating new partnerships and friendships. Don’t hesitate to reach out and start a conversation!

Mariela has had the privilege of helping startups and Fortune 500 enterprises assemble, scale, and run their teams, both onshore and nearshore. Her client list includes Paramount, Sephora, Myia Health, Adobe, Dishcraft, Kaiser, End Games, Kabam, and others. Her superpower? She has the exceptional ability to discover talent that not only fits your needs on paper but also your company culture.

When Mariela isn’t busy helping our clients scale and build out their teams, you can find her in the East Bay, with her loving husband, Michael, and their three boys.