Emily Steliotes, PhD, ACC, GCDF, SEA

Career and Leadership Coach

Food Systems Scientist & Sustainability Professional

Co-Founder, Golden Acorn & The Job Feed

Over 6 years coaching STEM & sustainability professionals

Emily Steliotes is an internationally certified coach (ACC), career development facilitator (GCDF), and sustainability professional (SEA) with an interdisciplinary STEM PhD focused on food systems science & technology.

Emily helps ambitious professionals, ranging from early career professionals to executive leaders, take the next step in their careers and navigate professional challenges with clarity and confidence. She is known for blending strategy with a supportive, practical approach—helping clients achieve career-defining results such as landing roles they love, advancing to leadership positions, pivoting into new industries, and building their own ventures.

As part of the Golden Acorn Coaching Team, Emily offers 1:1 career and leadership coaching sessions as well as co-facilitates the acclaimed job search coaching & support group.

Her clients value her expertise in job search strategy, authentic networking, personal branding, and in helping them stay accountable and prioritize effectively to reach their goals. Clients interested in sustainable food or agriculture work also particularly value her experience navigating that space.

*See reviews of Emily’s coaching services on her LinkedIn services page here and on the testimonials page here.

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