Testimonials.

I worked with Nariman when I joined the PMO team at IBM. As my manager, she oversaw our most complex programs while directly mentoring my professional development. She is a skilled program manager and leader who excels at navigating stakeholder relationships and leading through influence. She taught me how to move past task management to focus on strategic outcomes and organizational alignment. Her leadership was a primary driver of our team's success and my own growth. I highly recommend her to anyone looking to level up their leadership or break into PM roles — they will gain immense value from her mentorship.

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Paula C.

April 2026

Now at IBM

I recently had the pleasure of meeting Nariman and was very impressed by her professionalism, thoughtfulness, and genuine commitment to supporting others. My interactions with her left me with a strong impression of her intelligence, integrity, and depth of experience. Her background in PMO work, along with her experience at IBM, speaks to a strong foundation in structured execution, cross-functional collaboration, and working in complex professional environments. She comes across as someone who approaches her work with care, intention, and a sincere desire to help others succeed. I am pleased to support Nariman and believe she would be a valuable resource to those seeking thoughtful, experienced, and professional guidance.

Nariman is an exceptional coach and communicator. She has a rare ability to break down complex concepts into clear, structured insights that are easy to understand and apply. Her teaching style is both practical and engaging — she doesn't just explain frameworks, she ensures you can use them effectively in real-world scenarios. Her presentation skills are equally strong; she communicates with clarity, confidence, and purpose, making even the most complex topics accessible to diverse audiences. Anyone looking to strengthen their thinking, communication, and leadership in project management will gain tremendous value from working with her.

I have worked with Nariman in both the Storage and Cloud organizations at IBM. She consistently demonstrates the ability to navigate ambiguity, align diverse stakeholders, and deliver results across large, interdependent initiatives. Her leadership style fosters collaboration, accountability, and trust — creating environments where teams can perform at their best. In addition to her project-management expertise, she is a natural coach and mentor.

I can't say enough about the value Nariman brings as a highly experienced program manager. I have worked with her on multiple complex programs and she leads with purpose. She excels at problem solving, creating structure, collaboration, and communication. She is action driven with priority on producing results. Her calm demeanor in stressful environments is an added bonus. She is always continually developing her skills and mentoring others. I am fortunate to have teamed with her and value all she has taught me.

Nariman is an experienced Project Management professional who has led large and complex programs at IBM. She is focused on client delivery and leads projects with integrity. I highly recommend her as a coach. Her extensive experience and personal commitment to your development as a team member will help you become a better project manager.

Nariman is one of the most accomplished professionals I've had the honour to work with. She knows how to get things done and how to take the team with her on that journey. She has much to impart and I would recommend her for any 1-on-1 or small team coaching exercises.

Nariman is a perfectionist who has the ability to clearly coach her team and successfully manage a project to completion. One of her biggest strengths is her ability to collaborate across departments and gather accurate datapoints.

I worked with Nariman earlier in our careers and remember her as someone I really enjoyed collaborating with — thoughtful, dependable, and committed to doing things well. Even though it's been some time since we worked closely together, I've followed her career with admiration and respect. I'm very happy to support her based on my firsthand experience working with her.

Nariman is a powerhouse in program management and a natural coach. Having worked in large-scale, complex project environments myself, I can confidently say her ability to translate ambiguity into structured, actionable plans is exceptional. She combines executive-level experience with practical delivery insight, making her guidance highly impactful for professionals looking to lead and scale programs effectively.

Nariman is an experienced program manager leader with strong experience managing strategic programs and transformation initiatives. She is also an IBM certified coach using the GROW method for 10 years. As an experienced program/project manager she combines strong expertise with real passion for what she does, and has a great ability to simplify complex ideas into practical, actionable steps. Her experience spans project management practices in complex programs and transformation initiatives, along with agile transformation, where she brings the perspective of a certified leader with strong executive presence. She's supportive, clear, and genuinely invested in helping others grow.

Nariman is a leader in project and program management. She has a long track record (20+) in managing complex software projects at IBM across many organizations and teams. She is particularly skilled in agile approaches and has led the transformation of many organizations towards it. Nariman is also certified in her profession from the PMI. She has also given numerous talks in various events on trending topics in her field of expertise. I was particularly impressed when I invited her as a guest speaker in my UCLA software engineering class where she masterfully lectured on the project management topic.

Nariman is the kind of coach who bridges theory and real-world execution seamlessly. As a Program Director at IBM with over two decades of experience, she has led large-scale, high-impact initiatives and understands what it actually takes to deliver results in complex environments. She doesn't just teach project management frameworks — she helps you think like a leader: how to navigate ambiguity, align stakeholders, and drive outcomes that matter. Her perspective on emerging areas like AI and enterprise transformation adds an extra layer of relevance for today's professionals. Anyone looking to elevate their project or program management skills would benefit significantly from working with her.

I highly recommend Nariman as a strong candidate for your project management and Agile-focused coaching needs. She consistently demonstrates exceptional organizational skills, clear communication, and a natural ability to keep teams aligned and motivated. She brings valuable hands-on experience managing projects in both the cloud and software spaces at IBM, where she has successfully navigated complex technical environments and cross-functional teams. This background gives her a strong foundation in delivering scalable, high-impact solutions while balancing technical requirements with business objectives.

One of her standout strengths is her ability to break down complex projects into manageable, actionable steps. She has a keen sense of prioritization and ensures that deadlines are met without compromising quality. Her attention to detail, combined with a big-picture mindset, allows her to anticipate risks early and proactively address challenges before they escalate.

In collaborative environments, she excels at facilitating discussions, encouraging diverse perspectives, and driving consensus. She creates a positive team atmosphere where everyone feels heard and accountable, which is critical for Agile success. Her adaptability and openness to feedback make her particularly effective in iterative processes, where continuous improvement is key. Her leadership, problem-solving ability, and commitment to delivering value — combined with her experience in cloud and software project management — make her an excellent fit for your coaching needs.

I have worked with Nariman as part of our Cloud organization — both as her peer and manager. Nariman is an exceptional project manager, who I have seen navigate complex situations to build a structured program from chaos. She excels at stakeholder management and communications — and operates effectively both with the teams and at our senior executive levels. She is passionate about technology and how it can be applied to improve the project management experience. Nariman leads by example and cares about the development of people she is working with. She has mentored and coached several new members of our own team, enabling them to work productively and independently on their own projects. I would highly recommend her as a coach for anyone as a project manager or emerging leader.

I have worked closely with Nariman, first as her direct manager, and then as her mentor, when her skills gained her recognition and advancement into other organizations. She is one of the most naturally gifted leaders I've ever worked with, combining excellent program management skills with a real heart for people. She had proactively invested in developing her coaching and leadership skills well before stepping into management, and that served her well as she handled a broad range of personnel situations with grace, compassion, and professionalism. I would highly recommend her as a coach!