We all have it within ourselves
Too often, we just can't see it clearly
Most of us have been through similar situations. Overthinking. Overwhelm. Lacking confidence in our abilities. Second-guessing ourselves. Trying to fix our “weaknesses.” Looking for our purpose.
And over the course of our advertising and marketing careers, our lenses have gathered various filters – filters that often cloud or distort our vision.
All of us have imperfections, and that’s perfectly okay. With a lot of empathy, patience, vulnerability, and respect, we can help each other out. I call this heart-centered coaching – really focusing on what feels right to you, emotionally – not just clinically. It’s what differentiates me from others.
My specific coaching niche is targeted towards the adverting & marketing industry. I believe there is true talent in this field, and my goal is to help people reach their potential. So, if you’re ready - let’s do this. Schedule a free introductory session.
Services
My top five CliftonStrengths themes are Restorative, Empathy, Developer, Belief and Adaptability. If you’re familiar with CliftonStrengths, my themes revolve largely around relationship building. I really love working with smart, energetic, creative people – helping them unlock potential and get “unstuck” from tired situations. I offer five heart-centered services that come naturally to me.
1:1 COACHING
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One-on-one, 50-minute coaching sessions (in-person, or video call). Typically, over 4-6 sessions, dependent on your needs.
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One-on-one, 50-minute Clifton StrengthFinders coaching sessions (in-person, or video call).
MENTORING
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One-on-one weekly calls, 30-minutes in length, to talk about your weekly tasks, concerns, or issues. Providing insights, based on my experience.
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Whether it’s a team, a brand or an individual – a one-day workshop leveraging the principles from Simon Sinek’s “It Starts with Why”
TRAINING
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Group sessions for presentation skills, business writing, client relationship building, building, and managing a scope of work/annual plan.
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How to effectively work with an ad agency – how to brief, how to provide direction and feedback, how to evaluate creative. This is geared for brand’s marketing departments.
TEAM DYNAMICS
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Specific workshops focused on improving team dynamics, organizing, and simplifying roles/responsibilities, and identifying opportunities for efficiencies.
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Team specific Clifton StrengthFinders workshops centered on reviewing individual team members Strength assessments and identifying opportunities to improve team relationships.
Certifications
Over the past year or so, I've taken a step back to educate myself on various coaching programs, techniques and applications. Having a better understanding of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, learning how to coach CliftonStrengths, progressing towards an ICF PCC certification - all have helped me set up a strong foundation to help others.
Coaching Certifications
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Gallup CliftonStrength Coach Certification, December 2023
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NYU School Professional Services, Executive Coaching Certification (anticipated August 2024)
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International Coaching Federation P.C.C. (anticipated December 2024)
Mentorships & Boards of Directors
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The Lantern Network, Mentor, 2023-present
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RSVP LA, Mentor, 2023-present
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thinkLA, Mentor, 2022-present
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Pencils for Kids, Board Member, 2023-present
About Me
My name is Milind Raval
My "why" is to help others become more fulfilled in their careers - to be more inspired, creative and generally happier. I help others find the solutions within themselves.
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Over my 35-year career in the ad business, I was hyper-focused on doing excellent work for my clients, my teams and my agencies. I'm very proud of the work I've done, won awards and worked my way up the ladder. Yet, my real calling started becoming more and more crystal during the past decade or so.
I found more purpose in helping teammates, colleagues, employees, clients, and partners become better at their jobs. Listening to them. Paying attention to their strengths. Reassuring them that they are more than capable. Seeing someone have that “a-ha moment,” or finding their own solution to an issue – that was so much more gratifying to me. This was my “a-ha moment.”
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I fundamentally believe that everyone is talented and has potential. And if we remove some of those self-imposed filters, people can really shine brighter.
Professional History
Here's my career at a glance. While I'd be happy to share the actual work, I was more proud of the affect I've had on my teams, my clients, my partners and my friends along the way.
June 2022-December 2022
Chief Operating Officer (Contract)
Lineage Digital
Contract COO brought in to help restructure the organization, improve operationss, develop a company mission/vision and secure client relationships while rebuilding the agency.
July 2019-October 2021
SVP Managing Director
Innocean Worldwide Americas
Senior executive role running the Genesis Motor America business. In addition, was responsible for Genesis global marketing coordination, and starting up Innocean's multicultural services.
February 2018-September 2018
General Manager, Allison+Partners Los Angeles
Ran the Los Angeles office of a global Public Relations company, managed the overall operations of the office, as well as securing new business opportunities.
August 2015-August 2017
Managing Director, Spark44 London
Responsible for running the London office, bringing over the Land Rover account from incumbent agencies and setting up new departments and processes. Additionally, responsible for the design and relocation of the London office.
April 2011-August 2015
Managing Director, Spark44 North America
Started up and grew the North American offices for Spark44 - Los Angeles, Chicago, Atlanta, New York and Toronto. Ran the Jaguar North America business.
June 2009-March 2011
Director Interactive Marketing, Innocean Worldwide Americas
Created the digital operations at start-up agency, Innocean Worldwide Americas. Handled the Hyundai USA digital activities, in addition to several integrated campaigns.
June 2005-April 2009
Account Director, Team One Advertising
Ran the Interactive and CRM account teams for first couple of years, then ran the Lexus Dealer Association national account for the last 18 months.
October 1998-May 2005
SVP, Deputy Managing Director, MRM Partners Los Angeles
Joined start-up agency, Zentropy, and grew the business with General Motors. As Zentropy was acquired by IPG and rebranded MRM Partners, was responsible for managing the Los Angeles office.
1989-1998
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Account Supervisor (Team One Advertising, 1995-1998)
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Account Executive (Asher Gould Advertising, 1992-1995)
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Media Buyer/Planner (Della Femina Advertising, 1990-1992)
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Assistant (MMT Sales, 1989-1990)
Early Roles
Milind is a true mentor and coach. He really took the time to understand me at a personal level, getting to know my career trajectory, my agency, and what is happening in my personal life. I honestly felt like I could reach out and ask for help on any topic at any time and Milind would coach / guide me in the best way possible
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Tyler Sweeney, RPA Advertising
Contact Me
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