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Maya Chen

Product Leader · United Kingdom

Maya Chen

Global Talent — Digital Technology · Approved in 11 weeks

Overview

The engagement

Maya led product for two unicorn-scale platforms and shipped features used by tens of millions. Skill Bridge helped translate operational excellence into endorsement-ready evidence.

Challenge

What stood in the way

Strong product leadership at scale, but fragmented evidence across companies and little formal media coverage.

Evidence Strategy

How we built the case

  • Impact metrics dashboard mapped to Tech Nation criteria
  • Three recommendation letters from industry-recognized leaders
  • Case narratives for major product launches with market outcomes
  • Speaking and community leadership curated for peer recognition

Timeline

From kickoff to approval

  1. 1

    Week 1–2

    Assessment deep-dive and pathway selection

  2. 2

    Week 3–6

    Evidence matrix, letter outreach, statement drafts

  3. 3

    Week 7–9

    Full pack review and submission

  4. 4

    Week 10–11

    Endorsement decision and visa application

Documents

Materials prepared

  • Personal statement
  • CV and portfolio of work
  • 3 letters of recommendation
  • Product impact annex
  • Media and speaking evidence pack

Outcome

The result

Approved under the Digital Technology route. Maya relocated to London to lead product for a Series C fintech.

Skill Bridge turned a messy career story into a crisp, credible case. I never felt like I was guessing what reviewers wanted.
Maya Chen · VP Product, Northline

Packages

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From self-paced learning to bespoke 1-to-1 coaching — pick the support level that matches where you are in the Stage 1 endorsement journey.

Build the leadership narrative

Leadership in Tech Course

A self-paced course that helps you articulate leadership, impact, and innovation — the foundations endorsement panels look for in Digital Technology profiles.

£799

One-time

  • Leadership in Tech Course access
  • Frameworks for impact & recognition
  • Self-paced modules
  • Part support via community prompts

Ideal for: Early-stage applicants who need to strengthen how they present leadership before a full strategy engagement.

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Templates and guidance, on your schedule

DIY Membership Area

Access Skill Bridge DIY resources — checklists, evidence templates, and structured prompts so you can prepare materials independently with expert frameworks.

£999

One-time

  • Leadership in Tech Course
  • DIY Membership Area
  • Evidence & letter templates
  • Criteria mapping worksheets
  • Part support

Ideal for: Self-starters who want professional templates and structure without full 1:1 coaching.

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Clarity before commitment

Strategy Session

A focused strategy engagement to map your profile against Global Talent criteria, identify gaps, and leave with a written pathway plan.

£1,950

One-time

  • Leadership in Tech Course
  • DIY Membership Area
  • Strategy Session
  • Assessment & pathway assessment
  • Written strategy memo
  • Part support

Ideal for: Professionals who want a clear, evidence-driven plan before investing in a full review.

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Expert sense-check of your draft pack

Review Only Package

Already drafting your endorsement materials? We review your statement, evidence structure, and letters — spotting gaps and strengthening presentation before you submit.

£3,500

One-time · Review focused

  • Leadership in Tech Course
  • DIY Membership Area
  • Full pack review & sense-check
  • Gap analysis & rewrite guidance
  • Letter feedback
  • Part support

Ideal for: Applicants who have drafted materials and need an expert review before submission.

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Recommended

Strategy + review through submission readiness

Full Review Package

Our most popular engagement: strategy, narrative drafting support, evidence architecture, letter guidance, and iterative review until your Stage 1 pack is endorsement-ready.

£5,500

Installments available · Most popular

  • Leadership in Tech Course
  • DIY Membership Area
  • Strategy Session
  • Full review & revisions
  • Evidence pack assembly guidance
  • Letter strategy & review
  • Submission readiness support
  • Part-to-full support continuum

Ideal for: Serious applicants who want structured strategy plus thorough review without full weekly coaching.

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Undivided attention, end-to-end

Bespoke 1-to-1 Coaching

White-glove coaching with dedicated sessions, full support across criteria, structure, evidence, letters, and submission — limited seats each month.

£7,500

Installments available · Full support

  • Leadership in Tech Course
  • DIY Membership Area
  • Strategy Session
  • Full Review Package inclusions
  • Bespoke 1-to-1 coaching calls
  • Full support through Stage 1
  • Priority turnaround
  • Dedicated consultant

Ideal for: Founders and senior talent who want maximum support and a tightly managed path to endorsement.

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Download our free guide covering criteria pathways, evidence planning, recommendation letters, and how Skill Bridge approaches Stage 1 endorsement preparation.

  • Exceptional Talent vs Exceptional Promise explained
  • Evidence matrix starters for Digital Technology
  • Letter briefing checklist
  • Common refusal patterns to avoid
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