Alina Okun is the Managing Director at Career Insights Agency, where she specializes in providing forward-thinking insights into the tools and strategies shaping the future of work.
With nearly 25 years of experience, Alina has held key positions at renowned companies such as Arthur Andersen, Simon & Schuster, and UBS.
Her diverse background includes serving as CFO of a tech startup, angel investor, and co-founder of a career intelligence company, giving her firsthand experience with the challenges and opportunities of today’s rapidly changing business world.
Alina is a co-author of two best-selling books and has published research in the International Journal of Economics and Financial Issues.
For the past five years, she has focused extensively on writing about the future of work, human leadership, career exploration, and professional development, sharing her insights with a broad audience that includes professionals, organizations, and educational institutions.
Her expertise is deeply rooted in extensive research and hundreds of conversations with industry leaders, mid-career professionals, and recent graduates.
Alina is passionate about helping colleges close the gap between academic learning and real-world career readiness, ensuring that students are fully prepared to succeed in today’s competitive job market.
Alina holds a BBA in Public Accounting, an MBA in Entrepreneurial Studies, and a Doctorate in Strategy and Innovation. She is a licensed CPA in the State of New York.