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Mission

Mission Statement

gradUP is a dedicated professional development platform committed to empowering individuals in career transitions, with a special focus on women and people of color. Our mission is to provide comprehensive information, resources, and essential tools to guide them toward successfully attaining their dream roles.

At gradUP, we encourage individuals to embrace their authenticity and leverage their unique experiences and values as strengths in their journey. We aspire to be your trusted partner in securing your desired role, drawing from Catrina's own experience of navigating the challenges of career transition.

Transitioning careers can be challenging, but with gradUP, you have a supportive partner who understands the journey intimately. Together, we'll help you break free from stagnation and pursue your vision with confidence. Let's unlock your full potential and help you achieve your goal.

Catrina Patton
Bio

About Catrina

Over a decade ago, Catrina, a former IT project manager, felt stuck and yearned for a faster-paced, more impactful career. She discovered Startup Institute, an accelerator focusing on startup dynamics, user experience design, and product management.

With a scholarship in hand, she took a leap of faith, quitting her job to attend the institute. Post-bootcamp, despite initial setbacks, Catrina hustled hard, investing thousands of dollars in conferences, resume help, interview prep, and resources on how to think and become a PM, much like many of you, to secure her first PM role and has went on to become a VP of Product.

Now, Catrina aims to simplify this journey for others. With experience spanning diverse sectors like education, human resources, healthcare, fintech, and govtech, she has evolved from an individual contributor to a product leader.

Catrina is here to guide and empower you on your tech career path. Contact her today to embark on your journey toward becoming a successful product leader.

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