At Trumann Careers Consulting,
we don’t just respond to change; we help shape what comes next.
With extensive experience, flexible approaches, and access to a robust network of resources, we help organizations solve their toughest challenges and coach individuals to achieve career and leadership success.
Trumann Careers Consulting provides a full range of services and support to both organizations and individuals.
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Organizational Consulting
Higher Education and Nonprofits
• Organizational change management
• Program reviews and assessment
• Strategic planning and goal setting
Corporate Sector and Startups
• Talent development strategy
• Recruiting strategy and branding
• University partnership development
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Executive Coaching
Personalized guidance and leadership growth
• C-Suite and Executive Coaching (CEO advisement, senior leadership support)
• Leadership Development Programs
• Career Transition Support (executives, professionals shifting industries or roles)
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Job Search Support
Individualized support for professionals and job seekers
• Job Search strategy development
• Motivational and goal-setting support
• Resume/CV and Application Reviews
• LinkedIn Profile Optimization
• Interview Coaching & Mock Interviews
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Start-up CEO Coaching
Help founders become effective leaders and CEO's
• Personalized coaching
• Strategy sessions
CLIENTS
HIGHER ED:
Arcadia University
Bentley University
Berklee College of Music
Cabrini College
Career Services Institute
City University of New York
College of Staten Island
College of William and Mary
Fairfield University
George Mason University
Georgetown University
Hofstra University
Iona College
John Hopkins University-SAIS
LIM College
Marymount University
Merrimack University
Metropolitan State University
Montclair State University
New York Chiropractic College
Northwestern University
Ohio Northern University
Ramapo College of New Jersey
Richard Stockton College of New Jersey
Saint Louis University
Salem State University
Science Po, Paris
Stanford University
Syracuse University
Suffolk University
SUNY-Empire State College
University of Dallas
University of Dayton
University of Denver
University of Maryland University College
University of Richmond
University of San Diego
University of Virginia
Vanderbilt University
Vassar College
Virginia Commonwealth University
Washington and Lee University
Wentworth Institute of Technology
Yeshiva University
Other Organizations:
ABG-Paris One
Brown Brothers Harriman
CITI
Communications Workers of America-AT&T
Employer Recruiting Forum
Forte Foundation
GiftedHire
Jackie Robinson Foundation
Kaplan Test Prep
KORU
LinkedIn Product Advisory Council
Jewish Agency - MASA Internships, Government of Israel
Pathspark
Posse Foundation
PWC
Symplicity Corporation
The One Hour Project
The Education Advisory Board
WayUp
Youth Opportunity Foundation
ABOUT US
We partner with clients to navigate pivotal transitions, build high-performing teams, and develop forward-looking strategies that position them for sustained success in a dynamic marketplace. Our approach is data-informed, outcomes-driven, and rooted in a deep understanding of the evolving talent and leadership landscape.
With a proven track record across sectors—from higher education and start-ups to Fortune 500 companies—Dr. Contomanolis and Ms. Steinfeld bring unmatched insight and a shared commitment to excellence. They are nationally respected thought leaders, known for their ability to translate complex challenges into actionable, measurable solutions.
Manny Contomanolis
Manny Contomanolis has senior leadership experience at Rochester Institute of Technology, Northeastern University, and most recently Harvard University as Associate Dean for Academic Engagement in Undergraduate Education. His higher education experiences, among other things, include career services, internships and cooperative education program leadership, admissions, financial aid, fundraising, and business development. He is Past President of the National Association for Colleges and Employers (NACE), a member of the NACE Academy of Fellows, and recipient of NACE’s highest honor, the Kauffman Award, for outstanding contributions to the association and the field.
Manny is active as a speaker, consultant, and author. He has co-edited and contributed, along with Trudy Steinfeld, to two books: Leadership in Career Services: Voices From the Field and Winning the War for College Talent along with a number of published articles. Together with Trudy, he has completed more than 60 consulting projects. He is frequent media contributor and an acknowledged expert and thought leader with particular expertise in experiential learning, partnership development, technology applications, and organizational management.
He has a Bachelor’s in History from the State University of New York College at Cortland, a Master’s in College Student Personnel from Bowling Green State University, a Master’s Certificate in Industrial and Labor Relations from Cornell University, and a PhD in Educational Leadership and Policy from the University of Buffalo.
Trudy Steinfeld
Trudy Steinfeld is a nationally recognized and experienced strategic advisor, consulting professional and coach with expertise in emerging talent, higher education, and leadership development. In addition to coaching senior leadership, Trudy is known for her deep insights and transformational impact, delivering scalable solutions and advice that drive results.
Trudy has most recently worked with Cappfinity as a member of the Leadership Team for the Americas and focuses on Strategic Advisement, Partnership Development and Talent Mobility globally. She is part of a team that focuses on bringing proven research and blended approaches into hiring practices, onboarding, and talent mobility. Trudy has served as a consultant and advisor to major Fortune 500 corporations, tech start-ups and The University of Illinois, The City University of New York and more than 70 higher education institutions and non-profits, developing scalable recruiting and career solutions that have an impact on individuals, teams and organizations. Previously, Trudy was the Global Associate Vice-President of the New York University Center for Career Development.
Considered a thought leader and subject matter expert in career development and emerging talent, she is a consultant, coach and facilitator and especially focused on career mobility and leadership development. Trudy has been featured in: The NY Times, Wall Street Journal, NY Daily News, NY Post, NBC, CBS, CNN, and Forbes.com. She is co-editor of Leadership in Career Services: Voices from the Field and Winning the War for College Talent. She has spoken at global and national conferences, facilitated numerous programs and trainings, and is a recipient of multiple awards, including being inducted into the NACE Academy of Fellows.
Trudy earned her bachelor’s degree from Ramapo College and holds a master’s degree from New York University, in addition to completing additional graduate work in Counseling. Trudy currently resides in Cambridge, Massachusetts, but considers herself a lifelong New Yorker.
PUBLISHED WORKS
Through the individual voices and perspectives of experienced college and university career services leaders and corporate recruiting professionals, this book explores many of the pressing and important topics of interest and value to leaders of career services organizations. Whether aspiring to such a leadership role or an experienced director, the collective insights and experiences presented here will provide a valuable addition to the professional development resources in the field. All royalties from the sale of this book are donated to the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) Foundation.
Entry level, college educated talent is vital to the success of any organization and the competition for that talent can be fierce. Through the varied perspectives of multiple experts, this book offers insights and best practices on how to successful identify, attract, and effectively recruit college talent.
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