
PowerHouse Professionals
Executive Coach for Women in Tech
Unlock Your Leadership Potential, Command Executive Presence & Get Promoted Without Waiting Years to Be Recognized.

Advance Your Career
With a 6-month private coaching experience designed exclusively for Women in Tech.
Does this sound like you?
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You're working hard, delivering results, but still getting passed over for promotions.
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You second-guess yourself in executive meetings, worried your voice doesn’t carry enough weight.
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You’ve hit a career plateau, and you don’t know the exact steps to break through to senior leadership.
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You're doing the work of a senior leader—but not getting the title or salary to match.
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You feel stuck in a male-dominated industry, unsure how to position yourself for leadership without losing who you are.
If you're nodding along, you’re not alone.
The truth is…
Getting promoted to senior leadership isn’t just about working harder. It’s about positioning yourself strategically, building executive presence, and confidently stepping into leadership before the title arrives.
That’s exactly what we’ll do together inside
The PowerHouse 1:1 Leadership Accelerator.

I struggled with underselling myself and my skills until she helped me to understand my value and how to translate that into a presence that people respected. Her coaching helped me gain a 100k salary increase, which, as you can imagine, is life-changing. She'll guide you to a better place with more confidence, more presence, and more strategic thinking.
Miriam Makshanoff, Staff Software Engineer
Meet Your Mentor
Erika Chestnut
Throughout my 20-year journey in the tech world, I've navigated the ups and downs of leadership, learned the importance of building strong relationships across management levels, and discovered the power of inspiring others with grace and humor.
My mission with the PowerHouse Accelerator is simple: to empower you to overcome the challenges unique to women in tech, enabling you to achieve clarity, confidence, and success. By sharing the tools and strategies that have been instrumental in my own career, I aim to help you make transformative strides in yours.
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"I was in a stressful job and feeling burned out and overwhelmed much of the time. Her insight to get a handle on my workload was invaluable to me. She gave me practical, no-nonsense advice that I appreciate to this day! and I felt empowered after my conversations with her I would recommend Erika to anyone that is looking for a mentor, coach, or manager over an Engineering group."
Laura Schalk, Engineering Manager
The ASCEND METHOD
Your 6-Month Leadership Roadmap
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This proven framework is designed to eliminate self-doubt, sharpen your leadership edge, and strategically position you for the next level in your career.
Here's what you can expect:
Key Benefits of
Making the PowerHouse Pivot
Unlock Your Leadership Potential: Discover the secret to leading with confidence, clarity, and impact.
Step into leadership with confidence and clarity and stand out in a competitive tech landscape.
Navigate Your Career Path with Strategic Insight: Gain the tools to map out a career that aligns with your aspirations and values.
Embrace Your Unique Strengths: We'll explore how to leverage your unique qualities in a way that amplifies your leadership presence.
Command respect and executive presence in every room.
Break free from imposter syndrome & self-doubt—for good.
The PowerHouse Accelerator is not simply another executive coaching program. You emerge from the other side as a PowerHouse Leader—a confident, visible, and strategic force in tech leadership.
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Transform Your Tech Career
With a PowerHouse Pivot
In the tech industry, where innovation and change are the only constants, the demand for visionary leaders who can navigate complexity and drive progress is high.
The PowerHouse Accelerator is designed with this demand in mind, offering a comprehensive curriculum that addresses the unique challenges and opportunities women face in tech leadership. From mastering the art of influence to developing a strategic vision for your career, my program is your gateway to becoming the leader you're meant to be.
Power Accelerator Bonuses
So why wait to pursue your leadership calling?
Let’s get started and move forward together!
Power Up
With PowerHouse Pivot
This is your invitation to transform not just your career but your whole approach to leadership. With the PowerHouse Aceelerator, you'll unlock new levels of confidence, strategic insight, and leadership prowess. If you're ready to take the next step in your tech leadership journey, we're here to guide you every step of the way.

Testimonials

Slay The Monster With Confidence!
Stop Impostor Syndrome In It's Tracks
Ready to take your leadership journey to the next level?
Spot Your Impostor Twin: Feeling like a fake? Discover your impostor archetype, from Perfectionist to Expert, and shine a light on those hidden doubts. 🕵️♀️
Deep Dive into You: Unpack what triggers your impostor syndrome and flip the script on self-doubt. Get ready for some serious self-discovery. 🧠
Lead with Confidence: With new insights and doubt-ditching strategies, you're all set to rock the tech world. Climb that leadership ladder like a boss. 💪