Paul Yee
Retired Chief Financial Officer
Paul is a culture-driven CFO who spent 25+ years helping grow top-tier consumer brands, including Stitch Fix, Method, Peet’s, and Gap. Paul took Stitch Fix public in 2017. At Method, he helped to build its LEED Platinum soap factory and lead the company’s sale to SC Johnson. Prior to his retirement, he was CFO of Bellwether Coffee, a mission-based tech start-up in Berkeley.
Paul is avid about fitness and aspires to help others take care of their physical and mental health. He is a 14-time marathoner, board member and youth coach for Running for a Better Oakland, and investor in a strength-training gym. A former book editor, Paul blogs about running, leadership, and Asian identity on Medium.
Paul has a BA and MBA from Stanford University. Active in the school’s alumni community, he serves as co-chair of the business school’s Asian Circles program.
All Sessions by Paul Yee
Speak Up and Up Your Influence
“Leadership is influence, nothing more, nothing less," according to author John Maxwell. We all want to influence others—and achieve our desired outcomes—but how do we gain this skill, especially in the absence of authority? This workshop offers hands-on practice to boost your influence, specifically by speaking up. First, we’ll discuss ways to be more effective in a meeting. What strategies can you employ to be heard amongst the cacophony of voices? Second, we’ll practice the art of self-promotion. How do you increase visibility to your accomplishments without coming across as bragging? You’ll leave this session with tactics to be seen, to be heard, and ultimately to be more influential.
Effective Communication & Constructive Feedback
Effective communication skills are vital to advancing your career. Knowing your audience and speaking with intention will help you deliver results, increase your influence, and inspire others. This session covers two important types of communication: presenting in a high-stakes situation and giving and receiving constructive feedback. You’ll get hands-on practice during the session and leave with frameworks and tips to use immediately on the job.