Linda Rossetti is an entrepreneur, researcher, and author whose expertise centers on transformational change within organizations and adult lives. Today, she serves as a thought partner to executives and leadership teams as they navigate transformational change and as an advisor for individuals undergoing significant life changes.
With over three decades of experience, Linda has developed deep expertise in fostering growth and executing strategic transformations across technology, healthcare, and professional services sectors.
As the Executive Director of The Transition Institute, Linda collaborates with organizations to enhance change competency among top-tier leadership teams. Her work has made a significant impact on leaders navigating post-M&A landscapes and has received recognition from prominent media outlets such as NPR, CBS, and THRIVE Global.
Previously, Linda was CEO of EMaven, Inc., a venture-capital-backed company that pioneered digital transformations for major industry leaders, like General RE, Merck, and GEICO. This role concluded with the successful acquisition of EMaven by Perot Systems/DELL Corporation.
Afterward, at Iron Mountain (NYSE: IRM), Linda played a pivotal role as Executive Vice President of HR & Administration, where she drove a cultural shift that facilitated the company’s evolution from physical records management to digital information services. During her time at Iron Mountain, she oversaw human capital strategies for over 21,000 employees across 37 countries and was instrumental in integrating over 200 acquisitions into a unified corporate entity.
Her profound understanding of transformative processes is further evidenced by her early career achievements at Bank of Boston, where she financed Leveraged Buy-outs and honed her financial acumen through the Loan Officer Development Program (LODP). As a strategist, Linda also consulted on corporate strategy at CDI, a spin-off from Bain & Company, where she consulted on corporate strategy after earning her MBA from Harvard University.
An accomplished author, Linda has published two influential works: ‘Dancing with Disruption‘ (2023) and ‘Women & Transition’ (2015), offering valuable insights for navigating transformative change.
Linda’s governance expertise is notable, having served on several boards. She played a key role on the Board of Directors for Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates (HVMA), contributing to the strategic planning that led to the formation of Atrius Health via a 5-way merger. In addition to her work with HVMA, Linda has chaired and served on Boards across various sectors, including HR technology, and has been actively involved with organizations such as Extraordinary Women on Boards (EWOB).
A Harvard Business School alumna with an MBA and a BA in Economics from Simmons University, Linda’s educational background complements her extensive professional experience. In recognition of her contributions to business leadership and community service, she has held multiple positions within influential networks such as the Alumnae-i Network of Harvard Women (ANHW), Golden Seeds, and The Boston Club.
Additionally, Linda is deeply committed to making a social impact through her work and is currently leading an initiative to address the mental health crisis on college campuses.
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“This process has touched my life tremendously. The work gave me the courage to overcome my fears and take the plunge into a new and exciting world.”
Trina, a forty-three-year-old mother and solopreneur who participated in my research after a divorce and a crushing mid-career setback.