Valerie Martinelli

About Valerie Martinelli

You’re experienced. Capable. Respected for your work. And yet—you’re not being seen for the opportunities you actually want. I work with mid- and senior-level professionals who are passed over for promotions. Not because they lack skill—but because their value isn’t clearly understood or positioned. Most of my clients share the same quiet frustration: Their career, salary, or growth has stalled—even though they know they have more to offer. Here’s the pattern I see over and over: People think the answer is to work harder, do more, or collect another credential. In reality, that usually creates burnout and more noise—not more visibility. What actually changes things is clarity. I help experienced mid and senior-level professionals-Become visible for promotions and higher-level roles -Increase salary, confidence, and decision-making power -Articulate their value without overselling themselves -Create optionality through consulting, speaking, or aligned opportunities -Build authority that attracts the right attention I know this work personally. Earlier in my own career, I realized I was attracting opportunities that didn’t quite fit. Once I uncovered and aligned my own narrative, everything changed—not overnight, but decisively. The right opportunities felt aligned, not forced. And my work finally matched my values. That insight now shapes how I work with others. Ways to work with me-ASCEND LinkedIn Authority Positioning & Profile (DFY) https://bit.ly/ASCENDLinkedInAuthorityProfile -The Executive Brand System (self-paced) https://bit.ly/ASCENDExecutiveBrandSystem -The Ultimate Power Move (Group coaching program https://cal.com/vmc-llc/ascend-strategy-session This work is for mid- and senior-level professionals who are ready to stop being overlooked—and start being recognized for what they already bring to the table. If that sounds like you, the best next step is here: https://paperbell.me/the-ascend-advisory You can also follow along here on LinkedIn by joining The ASCEND Advisory Community:

Experience

1. Career Coach & HR Consultant, Resume Writer, & Founder

   Valerie Martinelli Consulting, Llc

   Jul 2016 — Present · Hartford, CT, US

   VMC is an award-winning organization that provides Career and Leadership Coaching for mid-level and senior-level executives who have received salary increases from $15K-$60K, including:Coaching: Interview Prep Career Coaching Negotiation Leadership Development Coaching Coaching is offered 1:1 and in group settings. HR Consulting: Recruitment & Staffing Core HR Strategy Corporate Training/ Leadership Development Also, VMC\'s staff is highly skilled with 15 years of experience in personal branding, resume writing, cover letter writing, and interview preparation. In addition: Serves as an expert for Careers In Government Former Founder of Innovate 50/50, Mentorship Program for Women, which has mentored women globally

Education

• Cornell University

  MBA Certificate

  2019 — 2019

• Post University

  Master's Degree

  2011 — 2014

• University of Connecticut

  Bachelor of Arts

Skills

• HR Consulting
• Government
• Nonprofits
• Collaboration Solutions
• Leadership Development
• Program Evaluation
• Writing
• Gender Equality
• Politics
• Human Resources
• Resume Writing
• Mentoring
• Women's Leadership
• Social Networking
• Community Outreach
• Community Development
• Leadership
• Blogging
• Research
• Leadership Development Coaching
• Risk Management
• Volunteer Management
• Qualitative Research
• Career Development Coaching
• Executive Coaching
• Public Administration
• Project Management
• Strategic Planning
• Economics
• Entrepreneurship
• Coaching
• Management Consulting
• Customer Service
• Women's Issues
• Personal Branding
• Social Media
• Public-Private Partnerships
• Linkedin Writing
• Policy Analysis
• Public Speaking