Stax Announces 2024 Mid-Year Promotions

Promoted to Consultant

Max Celander 

In what ways has Stax contributed to your career growth and success?

“Working at Stax has not only increased my exposure to senior consulting staff, but also allowed for me to have increased responsibility that I wouldn’t have had at other consulting firms. Stax has created a uniquely collaborative culture via whiteboarding sessions and constant touchpoints with project leaders.” 

Robbie Kramer

How has the culture at Stax influenced your experience and career development opportunities?

"During my tenure as an associate consultant, I found the open-door policy and collaborative culture at Stax to be extremely beneficial in terms of gaining access to senior team members who offer valuable guidance and growth opportunities.”

Courtney Seeley

How has working at a boutique firm like Stax provided you with increased opportunities and access to the senior team? 

“At Stax, my project teams have varied in the distribution of senior and junior staff, meaning that during internal team meetings I find that I have ample opportunity to share my ideas, brainstorm, and discuss key takeaways with all team members. I’ve learned (and continue to learn) quite a bit from the firm’s more tenured/senior team members across project types and industries, which has been extremely beneficial for my professional growth.” 

Promoted to Senior Consultant

Chris Lee

How has working at Stax impacted your professional development and interaction with senior leadership? 

“Working at Stax has given me direct access to senior members throughout the organization. This accessibility has made it easy to engage with them, as they are always willing to listen and offer feedback. Stax has created a collaborative environment that has contributed to my learning and development over the past 2.5 years. “ 

Katie Lefebvre

Describe the opportunities you’ve had to work across multiple industries and project types.   

“In nearly 2 years at Stax, I've worked on over 20 engagements across a variety of industries. From learning about the agave supply in the tequila market to exploring the applications of different plumbing systems, I am constantly learning. This broad experience has given me the opportunity to understand unique market dynamics and industry-specific challenges in often overlooked sectors.” 

Julia Lindsey

How has Stax's mentorship program contributed to your professional development and career journey? 

“Stax's mentorship program has been a key factor in my development over these last ~2.5 years. Having someone who's constantly focusing on your development as a consultant and project manager, and providing consistent feedback on areas for improvement, allows you to develop quickly and effectively.” 

Magenta Lopez

How has Stax helped your career development and progression? 

“Stax has played a pivotal role in my professional development. Starting as a Northeastern Co-op and advancing to Senior Consultant, my path has been characterized by significant professional growth. The exposure to a diverse array of asset types and industries has expanded my knowledge base and adds an engaging dimension to my work. Overall, Stax has proven to be a wonderful place to learn and advance professionally!” 

Melissa Sax

How has mentorship at a boutique firm like Stax impacted your professional development?

“The close-knit nature of a boutique firm like Stax allows for far more personalized mentorship. Senior team members are more accessible and have consistently been invested in my development, offering tailored guidance and support that has been instrumental in shaping my trajectory.” 

Promoted to Manager

Shannon Roseen

How has working at a smaller consultancy provided you with greater mobility and opportunities to stand out?   

“The responsibilities Stax presented me with early in my career are a direct result of the smaller, dynamic environment at the firm that has helped me excel as an individual contributor. The exposure to senior leaders and clients has provided me with continuous learning opportunities — positively impacting both my personal and career development.” 

Harry Thomas

How has working at a boutique firm like Stax influenced your career progression and skill development?  

“Working at a smaller consultancy like Stax has enabled me to take ownership of workstreams from day one, quickly progressing to full project ownership and deep involvement with broader organizational initiatives. This level of ownership, coupled with the uniquely great access to senior leadership both internally and across the investor and corporate communities, enabled the rapid development of the skills I needed to serve as a trusted partner across our engagements. The flat structure at Stax creates an environment where good ideas can come from any level, providing strong opportunity for juniors and mid-levels to rapidly enhance their strategic thinking and ultimately lead to superior outcomes for our clients.” 

Promoted to Senior Manager

Jake Bies

What differentiates Stax from other consulting firms you've worked at? 

"While an influx of resources (i.e., marketing, finance, HR, IT) has enabled Stax’s growth, the firm has not lost its entrepreneurial culture designed around individuals making a lasting impact. Stax has the best of both worlds: a well-resourced consultancy with a boutique feel. As a project lead, I am confident I can effectively serve our clients and develop my teams professionally, knowing that I have solid support that spans within and outside the consulting staff.” 

Nikki Shah

Tell us about your leadership role at Stax outside project work? How have you made a firm-wide impact?

“I am super passionate about developing the women's ERG at Stax. While it has always existed in some capacity, we've come a long way in the last 2 years by formalizing the group and our goals. We are focused not only on developing camaraderie and a sense of belonging but also advocating for ourselves in bigger ways and pushing for greater equity and reduced bias in areas such as project feedback, recruiting, marketing, etc. This push has come with both fun and challenges, but ultimately has been incredibly rewarding to see all the progress we've made!” 

Promoted to Director

Kelsey Chisholm

How has Stax's growth over the past few years enabled you to contribute to various aspects of the company beyond your project work? 

“Being part of a company that has experienced significant growth over the past few years has provided me the opportunity to have an impact across a variety of facets beyond our projects and clients, from recruiting and onboarding, to training and mentoring, to starting and growing employee resource groups such as our Women’s Group. In particular, as a mentor, I have had the privilege to work closely with eight different colleagues, helping them to define and work towards professional goals and providing support throughout their journey at Stax.” 

Operations

Troy Bogan

How has Stax supported your professional development over your tenure at the firm? 

“I'm very appreciative that when I was seeking a career change, Stax provided me with an opportunity to transition from a delivery-focused position to an internal operational role. Stax has continued to give me increased responsibility within the people function and also furthered my education, allowing me to obtain my SPHR certification. Overall, I've felt supported and valued by the organization across the various roles I've had during my ~11 years.” 

Michael Miserendino

Describe your unique role as a content marketer, and how has it helped you grow professionally within the marketing function?

“My role mainly consists of distilling information from our vast pool of expertise into succinct, but informative, articles designed to drive web engagement and showcase our ample thought leadership. This has me working closely with senior stakeholders across the firm's global locations, which has enabled me to take on more responsibilities and autonomy within Stax’s Marketing function. I also appreciate the various writing exercises that come with covering more complex subjects, which aid in keeping me on my toes and providing more “challenge” in my day-to-day work to keep things fresh.” 

Tatyana Kalogeropoulos

Describe the aspects of your work that you find the most rewarding. 

"One of the most rewarding aspects of my work is building relationships and discovering impactful opportunities. I frequently partner with various stakeholders on projects to support the firm's growth, all while learning from some of the best in the business. These collaborations have fostered genuine relationships, facilitated effective perspective sharing, and provided me with a deeper understanding of the business."

Promoted to Senior Analyst (Colombo)

Harini Bandara

How has working with the global consulting team deepened your understanding of how your analyses impact the business?

"I have been exposed to the global consulting teams quite a bit during my tenure, which enabled me to better understand the business impact of the analysis that I conduct. With this exposure, I am able to get a wholistic view on how both customer and product data answer key questions related to the long-term stability of the business.” 

Yuwan Gamage

How has Stax supported your development in DV and creative skills, and how has being part of a global team influenced your ability to manage diverse projects?

"At Stax, I was able to learn the more detailed requirements of DV and improve on my creative skills over the years. Stax was able to offer me access to improve my technical skills through intense training and on-the-job experience that has enabled me to be where I am today. My senior colleagues have also been very supportive throughout my journey. Being a part of the global team has given me the exposure I need to excel in this area as well as understand the needs of diverse projects and deliver results accordingly.” 

Tiasha Muller

Describe your experience at Stax in terms of access to internal resources, training, and global exposure? 

“I originally joined Stax as an intern in 2022 and was able to progress within the Expert Insights team. While being in this team, I have been exposed to Lead-to-Win, Implicit Insights, and Secondary Insights functional trainings which have helped me become an ‘all-rounder.’” 

Sahani Rambukpitiya

How has your role on the Data Science team at Stax allowed you to apply your analytical skills and gain global exposure?

"After joining the Data Science team in 2022, I had the opportunity to use my analytical skills to build complex location selection models alongside the global analytics team to help clients select geographies for future expansion. This insight has helped me expand my knowledge and gain the global exposure I was seeking in my career.” 

Promoted to Lead (Colombo)

Avinash Krishnamoorthy

How has Stax's approach to training and development contributed to your current professional growth?

"Stax has given me both technical skills training as well as on-the-job training which have enabled me to be where I am today. I've also received cross-functional training which has helped me to be more versatile in being able to work on other work areas while gaining exposure to global projects/proposals.” 

Shara Silva

How has Stax supported your career transition within the firm, and what role has training played in the process and your success?

“During my tenure at Stax. I sought to pivot away from the secondary insights team to learn and grow professionally. Because of this, I transitioned to the Business Modelling team and am working in the Survey Insights team. Throughout my career with the firm, I have had access to training and coaching that enabled me to change work-streams and enhance my knowledge.”