Welcome!
My name is Daren Lauda, and I am the CEO & Founder of Second Step. I began coaching college students and recent graduates over 15 years ago and fell in love with the process. When you engage Second Step, you engage with me directly -- and I can't wait to work with you!
About Daren
Daren Lauda began his career as a U.S. Army Infantry Team Leader, where he honed his leadership and teamwork skills. These experiences provided a solid foundation for an impressive corporate journey that includes senior leadership positions at Fortune 500 companies such as Fortive, PTC, and Salesforce. He also held leadership roles at innovative startups like Arbortext, Mavenlink, DispatchTrack, and Outset.
Throughout his career, Daren has participated in the recruitment and hiring of over 1,000 individuals. His experience highlighted a critical need for expert support in job searches, interview preparation, and professional branding—particularly for those just beginning their careers.
Daren holds a B.S. in Management from Pepperdine University and an M.B.A. from California State University, Long Beach. He is committed to lifelong learning, having taken courses at the University of California, Irvine, and Harvard Business School Online.
Daren is married with two children and makes his home in Aliso Viejo, CA.
Contact
I'm always looking for new and exciting opportunities. Let's connect.
+1 949.242.9185