Heidi Andersen Takes the Lead as Senior Managing Director at Consello
Heidi Andersen Takes on Senior Role at Consello
Consello, a prominent global advisory and investment platform, recently announced the appointment of Heidi Andersen as its new Senior Managing Director. With a remarkable career spanning over two decades, Andersen has a proven track record of driving growth for major tech companies like LinkedIn and Nextdoor. Her expertise will be instrumental in guiding Consello’s clients toward achieving increased profitability and business growth.
Before joining Consello, Andersen held pivotal positions at Nextdoor as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) and Chief Revenue Officer (CRO). During her tenure, she successfully steered the company's marketing and sales strategies, leading to the development of a self-service advertising platform. This initiative played a significant role in Nextdoor’s successful SPAC IPO, highlighting her capabilities in scaling operations and optimizing revenue streams.
Declan Kelly, the Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Consello, expressed his enthusiasm for Andersen's arrival, stating, "Heidi's hands-on operating experience in transforming companies through various growth stages is an invaluable addition to our senior management team. Her leadership will be crucial as we assist our clients in developing scalablego-to-market strategies that provide substantial results for both customers and shareholders."
Heidi Andersen's extensive experience also includes nearly a decade at LinkedIn, where she established the Marketing Solutions Global Online Sales Group, nurturing it into a thriving $2 billion business and the fastest-growing division in the company. Her foundational career began at Google, where she contributed to the expansion of Google's Display business, ensuring it exceeded $5 billion in revenue.
In her own words, Andersen shared her excitement about joining Consello. "Consello is redefining executive advisory services with a forward-thinking, holistic approach. I’m thrilled to join such an elite leadership team to help clients navigate complexities, unlock value, and foster sustainable growth across various industries and markets."
Andersen's background extends beyond technology, as she has held key roles in the advertising and media landscape, including board positions with MMA Global and the Ad Council. Her multifaceted experience aligns perfectly with Consello's mission to provide integrated advisory services tailored to the diverse needs of its clients.
Consello is recognized for its comprehensive advisory practices, which cover Corporate Advisory, M&A, Growth, Marketing, Technology, and Sports, Entertainment, and Leadership Development. The firm boasts dedicated teams operating within each practice, all under the guidance of a leadership group rich in operational expertise across industries, business growth stages, and market cycles. Consello Capital, the firm's investment arm, focuses on identifying high-potential mid-market companies, and dedicates capital and expertise to propel their growth.
With Heidi Andersen at the helm of its senior management, Consello is poised to further enhance its advisory services, ensuring clients thrive in an increasingly complex and competitive market landscape.