The strategic partner for visionary female founders

Talent solutions built for growth

I partner with female entrepreneurial founders and scaling businesses to build high-impact teams that drive growth. I provide agile, people-first talent strategies that evolve with your business. Whether you need fractional executives, long-term hires, or talent pipelines, I help you scale smarter.

Your vision executed

I don’t just consult—I collaborate, execute, and deliver. Entrepreneurs don’t have time for theory; they need real solutions that make an immediate impact. I work alongside founders and CEOs to implement cost-effective, scalable hiring strategies that align with their business goals.

Rebecca Sheer

CEO, One Golden Thread

I had the privilege of working with Michaeline as a strategic advisor during a key growth phase of One Golden Thread. From day one, she brought an infectiously positive energy to our entrepreneurial environment, which set the tone for collaboration and progress across the leadership team.

What sets Michaeline apart is the rare combination of deep fashion industry expertise and the ability to act as a true right hand to senior leadership. A creative problem-solver at heart, she consistently delivered practical solutions that kept return on investment front and center at every stage of growth and talent development.

Whether navigating complex challenges, building scalable processes, or keeping the team aligned on outcomes, Michaeline blended strong work ethic with innovative thinking. Her contributions were instrumental in helping us advance the brand with both agility and discipline.

I would recommend Michaeline without hesitation to any organization seeking a trusted partner who can drive growth, unlock creative solutions, and add lasting value.

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Courtney Folk

Co-founder + CEO of Renewal Logistics and ReNew, Inc Magazine 2025 Power Partner for Operations and Logistics, 2023 EY Entreprenuer of the Year, Forbes Contributor

Michaeline is such a rare find. She has the perfect balance between objective precision and warm social grace. This is a powerful combination when it comes to sourcing talent for key positions that may or may not come from within our network. Her recruiting skills have helped us scale by finding the right people for key seats. Her HR thought partnership has allowed us to grow fast and at the same time mature our organization into a scalable company with KPIs and defined expectations behind each role. She is a powerful ally and powerful thought partner. She is beloved and respected by all in my organization.

I can't say enough great things about Michaeline. She always comes from a place of honesty and care, and is always looking for ways to drive value, and is always positive and optimistic. She has exceptional character and I'm thankful every day that she is my strategic partner in HR.Michaeline is such a rare find. She has the perfect balance between objective precision and warm social grace. This is a powerful combination when it comes to sourcing talent for key positions that may or may not come from within our network. Her recruiting skills have helped us scale by finding the right people for key seats. Her HR thought partnership has allowed us to grow fast and at the same time mature our organization into a scalable company with KPIs and defined expectations behind each role. She is a powerful ally and powerful thought partner. She is beloved and respected by all in my organization. I can't say enough great things about Michaeline. She always comes from a place of honesty and care, and is always looking for ways to drive value, and is always positive and optimistic. She has exceptional character and I'm thankful every day that she is my strategic partner in HR.

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Stacey Ollinger

Creator & Founder, Sidecar

Michaeline has been an indispensable strategic partner, aligning with every decision for the growth of my brand while always protecting my best interests as an owner and a founder. She is a true connector of minds and talent while offering consistent insightful expertise.Michaeline has been an indispensable strategic partner, aligning with every decision for the growth of my brand while always protecting my best interests as an owner and a founder. She is a true connector of minds and talent while offering consistent insightful expertise.

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John Berger

Human Resources Executive

I had the pleasure of working with Michaeline in her talent capacity at Spanx and her impact was significant. Michaeline brings a blend of strategic vision and business acumen to talent strategy, consistently aligning people with business needs in scaling founder-led organizations. Her ability to build trusted partnerships, drive progressive thinking, and elevate employee experience make her an invaluable addition to any leadership team. I had the pleasure of working with Michaeline in her talent capacity at Spanx and her impact was significant. Michaeline brings a blend of strategic vision and business acumen to talent strategy, consistently aligning people with business needs in scaling founder-led organizations. Her ability to build trusted partnerships, drive progressive thinking, and elevate employee experience make her an invaluable addition to any leadership team.

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Grace Fooden

Beauty & Fashion Brand Executive | Merchandising & Operations Consultant | Executive Mentor/Council Member- WOCRA | Board Member

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Bassima Mroue

Co-Founder and former CEO of SkinTē // Board of Directors, Sara Blakely Foundation // Founder, H&I Consulting

Michaeline has a rare ability to see the big picture while never losing sight of the people who bring it to life. During our time together at Spanx, I saw firsthand how she shaped the culture that made the work meaningful. Her leadership is grounded, human, and refreshingly unpretentious.

Years later, as I was navigating the early days of building Biophile, Michaeline became one of the people I knew I could turn to. She didn’t just offer advice—she made things happen. Whether it was introducing me to the right talent at a pivotal time or opening doors to client opportunities, her support was generous, timely, and deeply considered.

If you have the chance to work with Michaeline, take it. She's the kind of leader who quietly changes everything for the better.Michaeline has a rare ability to see the big picture while never losing sight of the people who bring it to life. During our time together at Spanx, I saw firsthand how she shaped the culture that made the work meaningful. Her leadership is grounded, human, and refreshingly unpretentious. Years later, as I was navigating the early days of building Biophile, Michaeline became one of the people I knew I could turn to. She didn’t just offer advice—she made things happen. Whether it was introducing me to the right talent at a pivotal time or opening doors to client opportunities, her support was generous, timely, and deeply considered. If you have the chance to work with Michaeline, take it. She's the kind of leader who quietly changes everything for the better.

I had the absolute pleasure of working with Michaeline at Spanx and saw firsthand how thoughtful and strategic she was in attracting talent and shaping a positive culture. Since then, she’s consistently been a trusted sounding board for me—whether while building SkinTē or on other projects I am involved in. Michaeline combines a sharp business mind with an intuitive understanding of people, making her a valuable partner in any endeavor.

How we help you scale

Flexible Talent Solutions 

From fractional leaders to full-time hires, I help build teams that fit your growth trajectory.

Board & Leadership Advisory

Align your leadership and team with your business objectives for sustainable, long-term growth.

Cost-Effective Recruiting

Develop internship and referral programs that bring in top talent without excessive spending.

Strategic Workforce Planning

Ensure the right people are in the right roles with the right compensation to maximize efficiency.

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Why founders choose Proud Talent

A True Business Partner

I’m not just an advisor; I become part of your team.

Proven ROI

Every strategy I implement is built to deliver measurable results.

Execution-Driven

I don’t just develop plans—I help you bring them to life.

Let’s build something that lasts

You’re growing fast. Let’s make sure your talent strategy keeps up.