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Artemis Connection was founded by educator and McKinsey alumna, Christy Johnson, and is supported by a core team of seasoned professionals, as well as a global network of over one hundred experienced consultants.
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We Bring a Wealth of Skills and Experience From a Wide Range of Backgrounds
Michael brings a wealth of experience supporting C-Level Fortune 500 executives with him to Artemis Connection.
As a founder, CEO, director, and manager, Michael has worked at the intersection of strategy, organization, and leadership at all levels, with a recent emphasis on high-growth companies and the carbon-free energy transition. In the last few years, he has helped to develop ‘lighthouse’ projects for a global energy company, accelerating business transformation in areas such as zero-carbon energy and digitalization. He has also developed commercial strategy and leadership-team alignment for a green hydrogen business. Currently, he is the interim Chief Commercial Officer for a carbon capture tech startup.
Earlier in his career, Michael developed and refreshed annual strategies for leadership at a global biotechnology company, before subsequently helping to implement their most strategic initiatives. He has also led IT transformations to achieve concrete business outcomes and guided project implementation teams through complex portfolios of projects.
Outside of the typical work day, Michael brings his experience to the board of Teknikkvinnor, a Swedish organization working to advance women in technology. He also loves to sail and ski with his wife and three teenage daughters near their home in Stockholm, Sweden.
Erika’s expertise lies in crafting compelling content for both internal and external purposes at Artemis Connection.
Her repertoire includes case studies, client work, business development presentations, social media posts, website material, and more. Erika has created copy for a diverse range of B2B and B2C clients, which has been used on websites, blogs, and in direct mail communications for customers. Her writing also extends outside the corporate world. For over a decade, she has penned a column for a parenting magazine paired with a weekly television segment. In addition, Erika also freelance edits various genres of fiction, and essays.
When Erika is not playing with words she runs a corporate volunteer program, mobilizing companies to give back to their communities. And she can often be found on several soccer sideline supporting her kids.
Margaret is passionate about leveraging data and economic insights to drive impactful projects. With a specialized focus on financial analyses and strategies tailored for non-profits, Margaret excels in optimizing financial efficiency and bolstering sustainable growth.
Margaret draws on her expertise in various sectors, including education, technology, and healthcare while developing well-informed strategies that make a real difference. Armed with a BA in Actuarial Mathematics and an MA in Economics, she is also committed to empowering the next generation with economic knowledge and is actively involved with a non-profit organization advocating for economic and financial education among young students. In Washington State, Margaret helps to coordinate the National Economics Challenge, a platform designed to raise awareness and foster a deeper understanding of economics.
Outside of the workday, Margaret can be found enjoying the urban life in Brooklyn, but on weekends she escapes the city for adventures hiking, biking, and rollerblading.
Loren’s areas of expertise encompass financial planning and analysis, accounting, and auditing, while simultaneously supporting strategic growth in dynamic environments.
Loren has held leadership roles in advertising, media, and the professional services industries for over 20 years, successfully integrating acquisitions, implementing streamlined operational processes, and optimizing resources and profitability. She is Board Treasurer of a local non-profit organization focused on empowering women to achieve financial independence, and her passion for education and mentorship has also led her to serve as a volunteer financial literacy teacher and executive college mentor.
When not putting her substantial talents to work in the financial field, Loren enjoys spending time with her spouse and two teenagers in their home in New Jersey.
Stephen is an accomplished entrepreneur and consultant with a keen focus on upper management strategy.
Throughout his career, Stephen has been at the forefront of strategic endeavors. He founded a shared office space business center tailored to independent professionals, managed a non-IT consulting practice focused on the oil & gas industry, and developed comprehensive scenario plans for diverse fields including publishing, pharmaceuticals, and banking. Drawing from his experience as a McKinsey alumnus, Stephen brings a unique perspective that drives success in every project.
Hailing from the vibrant city of Calgary, Stephen graduated from Brown University with degrees in physics and mathematics, then continued onward to receive his MBA from Stanford University. When not implementing improvement processes, Stephen can be found on the water competing in a single scull or harnessing the wind on a kiteboard. He also enjoys attending live music events and traveling.
Michele brings a unique blend of creativity and precision to her role as Head of Talent at Artemis. A former film producer, she draws on her love of casting and crewing while assembling high-performing teams for complex, enterprising projects. Her early career in healthcare recruiting and later experience as a healthcare IT consultant prepared her for systems thinking and people strategy—making her especially well-suited to connect talent with opportunity.
With a degree in biology from the St. Mary’s College, and a master’s in health systems management from Rush University Medical Center, Michele has worked across a variety of industries. Her curiosity and enthusiasm for learning about others’ career paths make her a natural relationship-builder and she finds joy in helping others thrive professionally while creating strong, values-aligned teams that deliver lasting impact.
Outside of work, Michele enjoys lively book clubs, biking and hiking in and around Seattle, and launching her three teens into adulthood.
Dr. Indranil Ghosh is a sustainable investor, author, and strategic advisor to global leaders. He is currently the CEO of Tiger Hill Capital and host of the leading impact entrepreneurship podcast, Impact Unicorns.
In an earlier position as Head of Strategy at Mubadala Investment Company, Abu Dhabi’s Sovereign Investment and Development fund, Dr. Ghosh helped to shape the organization’s direction and played a critical role in its growth. He has also held senior roles at Bridgewater Associates and McKinsey & Co.
Dr. Ghosh holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering from MIT and an MEng from Cambridge University in the UK. His book, Powering Prosperity, received the Gold Medal at the 2020 Nautilus Book Awards and was the winner of the 2021 Axiom Business Book Award.
Zadaai is an integrated brand marketer with a background in project management, paid media, and brand strategy. She is passionate about developing innovative marketing strategies and continuous process improvements for clients.
Her B2C marketing experience spans across digital, product marketing, and creative innovation where she is driven by a commitment to develop strategies rooted in consumer behavior and insights to overcome complex business challenges. Zadaai holds a BA in Business Economics and Entrepreneurship from Brown University, and she has shared her leadership and marketing acumen as a board member of a community building association.
Outside of her professional endeavors, Zadaai takes time to foster cats and kittens for an animal rescue organization. She also loves to boulder and climb, experiment with new recipes in the kitchen, and host extravagantly-themed dinner parties for her friends and family.
Ariell specializes in project management, operations, and process improvement, with a focus on data management.
As a CRM administrator, her strong dedication to ensuring data quality and leveraging visualization techniques helped Ariell create lasting impacts in business operations for her clients. She honed her critical thinking and analytical skills at the University of the Pacific, where she received her BA in History. And she has channeled this expertise into her volunteer work with upwardlyglobal.org where she mentors skilled immigrants pursuing career opportunities in the United States. Her guidance and support have proved invaluable in helping newcomers navigate the complex job market and achieve their career goals.
When not working or volunteering, Ariell loves delving into a good book, learning a new language, or working in the garden. And whenever she can, she loves to seek new experiences through travel.
Ashley is a seasoned professional in the project and program management fields, specializing in operational and market strategy across the full implementation and execution spectrum.
Over 18 years, she has spearheaded large-scale projects, conducted complex workshops, and provided consulting guidance in marketing and sales development strategies to businesses and distributorships across Fortune 500 organizations. Ashley’s expertise has also found a home on an Advisory Board for an early education cooperative where she serves as the Education Chairperson, focused on community and instruction.
Throughout her career, Ashley has demonstrated a knack for problem-solving and innovation. She successfully navigated an evolving landscape of client objectives, transitioning a B2C company publication from print to digital, driving substantial revenue growth. She also addressed a unique rural market nuance for a global product manufacturer, resulting in a remarkable multi-million net annual revenue gain. Additionally, Ashley holds a Google Certification in Project Management Foundations.
When Ashley isn’t immersed in solving Brand, Market, or Operations challenges, she finds joy in yoga, running in the great outdoors, exploring diverse cuisines, and traveling with her son.
As an entrepreneur, intrapreneur, strategist, and educator, Christy’s vision for the company was a space where she could work with forward-thinking executives who wanted results, and who were willing to craft strategies with an intrapreneurial mindset. Years later, this vision has continued to flourish.
Her experience as a former McKinsey Engagement Manager and Stanford Graduate School of Business alumna has shaped Christy’s work and inspired her continued role as an Adjunct Professor at both Stanford GSB and the University of Washington. Her passion for sharing knowledge and skills surrounding entrepreneurship, strategy, and innovation most recently earned her a 2023 Elective Professor of the Year award at UW.
Christy and Artemis Connection have been featured in many publications including The Wall Street Journal, The Economist, and MIT Sloan Management Review. She is particularly proud of the 4.5% Promise program, the volunteer arm of Artemis Connection, and the robust Artemis Fellows program, providing an entrée to real-world consulting for college interns across the country.
When the workday ends, Christy can be found with her family – hosting sleepovers and soccer sideline events, traveling, or playing strategy board games.
Kirill combines expertise in data-driven strategy consulting with corporate operations management, focusing on building efficient, client-needs-driven solutions.
As a Strategy Program Manager, Kirill’s hypotheses-testing approach to business operations optimization helps him to create internal management tools and processes aligned with the needs of client organizations’ stakeholders. Kirill pursued STEM research at New York University, concentrating on a BA in Neuroscience & Business. He supplies the operational expertise with public policy management and mental health initiatives, contributing to the mental health care landscape of NYC via shared workshops and community engagement.
When not focusing on professional pursuits, Kirill enjoys classical music at NY Philharmonic, and likes to take trips to Long Island to stay grounded & recharge.
Connor specializes in actionable strategy and solutions while empowering strategic leaders.
Connor has a deep background in strategy and operational consulting, primarily within the private equity and tech industries. He previously served as Director of Strategic Initiatives for a leading manufacturer and marketer in the haircare industry and has used his background in coaching and sports psychology for marketing roles within national and international sports organizations.
Connor has an MSc in Sport & Exercise Psychology and holds an FA Level 2 Soccer Coaching License in the UK. His love of sport even led him to a systemic review on motivations to participate in extreme sports, as part of a team executing sports psychology workshops with a Rugby Union team.
When Connor is not diving into strategy or striding along the sidelines, he can be found exercising determined optimism for Leeds United, his favorite football club.
Hannah specializes in go-to-market strategy and partnership management, helping clients translate bold ideas into actionable plans. With experience spanning product marketing at a global consumer goods company to marketing and sales strategy at a major social media platform, she brings a sharp eye for both strategy and execution. Hannah’s expertise includes marketing leadership, cross-functional coordination, relationship management, and project delivery across international teams.
A double major in History and Classical Civilization from UCLA, Hannah’s love of stories and strategy led her to pursue an MBA from London Business School, where she focused on marketing and change management. That combination of creativity and structure has shaped her thoughtful, results-driven approach to her work today.
Outside of work, Hannah can often be found reading a good science fiction, exploring the Pacific Northwest food scene, walking her dachshund, or catching up with friends and family around the globe.
Mariana excels in account management, client services, and digital project management, with a proficiency in leading creative teams. Presently, she is embedded at a client on a marketing team with a focus on creative coordination, brand approvals, and content licensing.
In a previous role, Mariana played a pivotal part in generating all creative outputs for client partnerships from an agency perspective. She also successfully devised and implemented CRM and e-Commerce campaigns for Pernod Ricard’s whiskey brands, led digital initiatives for JP Morgan Chase credit cards, spearheading projects within the website development, social engagement, and digital activation departments, and produced TV spots and digital content for IKEA kitchens.
Mariana developed her advertising and account management interests while receiving her BS in Communications from Florida International University. Born in Venezuela, Mariana is an avid outdoor enthusiast. She enjoys exploring the ultra-urban landscape of her current home, Brooklyn, but also loves getting out of the city for all-weather hiking, biking, and occasional, skiing, surfing, and rock-climbing. Mariana is an avid knitter and creative host of art-making parties, and recently, a new mom! Her baby boy arrived in May.
Carla Pagotto is a results-driven consultant with deep expertise in commercialization, product development, market access and reimbursement, and go-to-market strategy. She partners with early-stage startups to multinational healthcare companies to bring disruptive innovations to market and accelerate growth. With a proven track record across the Medical Device, Life Sciences, and Digital Health industries, Carla supports teams through every phase of their journey—from market discovery and product strategy to demand generation and commercial execution. Her approach blends strategic insight with tactical execution to deliver measurable business impact.
Carla brings extensive global experience, having helped companies navigate market entry and expansion strategies—whether launching in the United States or scaling in global markets. Fluent in Italian, she has worked across continents in both established and emerging healthcare ecosystems, and most recently moved to Seattle after living in Switzerland. She has led high-performing teams, launched category-defining products, and driven business transformation through innovative, customer- and patient-focused strategies. A strong advocate for patient access, Carla supports efforts to integrate the patient voice into product development, evidence generation, and reimbursement strategies—ensuring that innovations align with real-world needs and can reach those who need them most.
In addition to her consulting work, Carla is a mentor with the University of Washington CoMotion, Foster School of Business, Life Science Washington Institute, and several other incubators and accelerators, where she supports the next generation of healthcare innovators. In this role, she works closely at the intersection of academia and industry, helping researchers translate their discoveries into viable healthcare solutions and progress toward clinical impact and commercial success. She holds an MBA from Rice University and a BA in History and Philosophy from the University of Michigan. Outside of work, Carla enjoys traveling, kayaking, and giving back through volunteering.
Wendy specializes in operational and market strategy in the program management field, expertly navigating every phase of implementation and execution. With a decade of experience, she has honed her skills in managing product partnerships and spearheading strategic initiatives in the ever-evolving digital media landscape.
Her journey is marked by achievements in relationship building, effective communication, and problem-solving, which contribute to her track record of driving tangible business outcomes. Wendy oversees the entire project cycle, from the initial spark of an idea to successful delivery. Most recently she conducted an in-depth literature review, pinpointing key themes and research gaps. Her insights led to valuable recommendations for curriculum enhancement, showcased case studies of successful implementations, and emphasized the critical role of data collection and analysis in supporting ongoing research initiatives.
When she’s not immersed in her projects, Wendy loves to explore the great outdoors on hikes, host lively gatherings, enjoy intimate dinner dates, and embark on travel adventures with her boyfriend.
Darla’s versatility encompasses her expertise in program and people management, analysis, strategy development and implementation, and communications
She spent 15 years with the Federal Reserve Bank focused on operations, people management, and vendor relations. She kept a steady eye toward compliance and risk, reporting to the Board and financial institutions across three states, as well as consulting on both national and regional projects. She then launched into the digital marketing field where she performed business, competitor, audience, and content analyses while crafting multi-channel campaigns for B2B and B2C clients.
Darla holds a degree in International Political Economics from the University of Puget Sound, as well as certifications in Editing and Writing from the University of Washington. She also maintains a PMP certification. She has consulted on websites and social media campaigns for a variety of clients and, through a passion for DEI, spent two years consulting with a start-up focused on accessibility.
When Darla is not driving positive change for her clients, she loves to travel, write, garden, and spend time with her two incredible teenagers.
Nareen is a global, strategic thinker with over five years of consulting experience, specializing in helping C-level leaders navigate complex challenges and unlock new growth opportunities. As a former consultant at Bain & Company, she advised Fortune 500 clients in corporate strategy, digital transformation, market entry, customer experience, and M&A due diligence, across a wide range of industries.
Since joining Artemis, Nareen has led intrapreneurial consulting projects focused on growth strategy and innovation for clients in education, healthcare, and government. Her global perspective is shaped by work across Southeast Asia, India, and Ethiopia, where she supported economic development initiatives such as helping small enterprises in the honey and wax industry scale their businesses through strategic planning and hands-on workshops.
Nareen holds a BSc in Economics from University College London and earned her MBA from Harvard Business School. She brings a blend of analytical rigor, cross-sector experience, and passion for impact to every engagement—always looking for opportunities to help organizations thrive in rapidly changing environments.
Alex Teece is a seasoned executive and advisor with a deep background in founding, growing, and leading non-profit and education organizations. He specializes in coaching executive directors and their boards, with a focus on growth strategy, philanthropic development, and succession planning.
Most recently, Alex was an Engagement Manager at McKinsey & Company, where he worked with large education systems, national foundations, and the CEO Excellence group. Before that, he founded and led Hawai’i’s fastest-growing public charter school and non-profit, raising over $30 million in funding, creating more than 50 jobs in a historically underserved community, and underwriting the state’s first municipal bond for a charter school ($18 million).
Alex holds a doctorate in educational leadership and three master’s degrees in finance, education, and organizational leadership. He currently serves on multiple non-profit boards and continues to advise mission-driven organizations on leadership development, capital strategy, and sustainable growth. In his free time, you can catch him outdoors across seasons in the Lake Tahoe region with his wife and three children.
Dan brings invaluable experience in strategy and SMBs (small and medium business operations) to Artemis Connection.
His expertise spans market valuation, customer segmentation, international licensing of intellectual property, and hands-on management of small businesses. With a PhD in physics and a background in technology and innovation, Dan demonstrates a unique blend of skills in the consulting arena. He consistently delivers exceptional results in strategy development and data management, and spearheads early-to-mid stage growth for clients ranging from small businesses and non-profits to government and multi-billion-dollar corporations.
Dan is passionate about seeking out the world’s most innovative ideas to address complex challenges. Outside of the office, he enjoys deconstructing, learning about, and reassembling various mechanical and technological systems, like those found in cars and computers.
Rebecca specializes in process improvement and strategy, with a focus on the social sector and ESG.
Her background includes roles as a senior advisor to the state attorney general, and as a strategic consultant with publicly-traded corporations, supporting principals in implementing strategic initiatives across various sectors, including healthcare, public policy, and education. She has also worked closely with nonprofits and local governments, helping them refine their operations to drive impact, particularly in areas related to community development and education.
Originally from the Midwest, Rebecca earned her degree in Political Science from the University of Wisconsin and received an MBA from the University of Washington with a specialization in environmental, social, and governance (ESG). When the workday ends, Rebecca can be found skiing, playing board games, and building her dream home with her family in Seattle.
About Our Name
The representations of Artemis as a fierce protector and a strident nurturer matched the inspiration behind Artemis Connection, a company dedicated to solving tough challenges and achieving meaningful change while simultaneously nurturing individuals, organizations, and ideas. Like our namesake, Artemis Connection aims for excellence.
Artemis, the twin sister of Apollo and daughter of Zeus, is the Greek goddess of the hunt, nature, and childbirth. Regularly depicted with a bow and arrow and surrounded by wild animals, she grants strength and health to others.
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