About Next Land Consulting

As a firm believer in the benefits of having a global perspective, I am passionate about the opportunities presented by cultural differences and the uniqueness of individuals. My life experiences were built on three continents: North America, Europe and Africa. My Master’s Degree in International Business was obtained through a Franco-American exchange program.

With over 18 years of work experience with well-known and respected international organizations in the USA and in France, I have carved a professional path from Budget Department Management, to Human Resources, Training and development, and Career and Executive coaching ; I find joy in bringing the best to each and every client I work with, whether I am coaching or leading a seminar on a specific career topic.

I understand the complexities of long-distance interactions; moving to new cities or countries; creating new habits; making new friends; maintaining friendships and relationships through long distance; celebrating major events far away from loved ones; saying goodbye on a regular basis; starting over; setting new goals; choosing new directions; adapting to new environments, circumstances, cultures; and reinventing and recreating one’s life in each new environment.

Next Land Consulting was created to provide keys to personal and professional development for individuals in an international environment. I believe in the power of leading from your difference. Without taking the time to assess, plan, set goals, review and measure, we can easily get lost and become frustrated and plateaued at the same professional level.

The company’s services aim to boost individual career plans locally and internationally by addressing each individual’s specific needs, thus giving them the peace of mind and confidence in their career aspirations. Undergoing personal or professional change while also transitioning to a new country requires clear, specific steps to move forward and succeed. Not only do you need to know yourself, you must also immerse yourself to embrace the new culture. Together, we will work on the specific processes necessary for your transition whether it is a relocation and/or a professional growth.

Next Land Consulting also offers curated seminars in the fields of career strategy and professional development, as well as individual coaching and speaking engagements within international groups and consulates.

The company provides successful coaching to young executives, professionals and students in several fields and functions ranging from Marketing, Tech, Consulting, Retail, Luxury Goods, Fashion, Entrepreneurship, Data Analytics, Healthcare, Law, Finance, Media and Entertainment, Sports Business,General Management to Human Services for their career growth.

Let’s aim to know who we are, what we want, and take action to bring our best selves to what we do.
Aida Camara-Crowder
Founder and President

Aida’s Mission Statement
“Be an ambassador and a motivator to inspire and positively impact people’s lives.
Bring Joy, Share Respect, Care, Stay Creative, and Adapt.”

Education
Gallup Strength Coaching – Gallup
Leadership Certification – CCL (Center For Creative Leadership)
Train the trainer Certification – ATD (Association For Talent Development)
Organizational Development and Coaching Certification – De Paul University, Chicago, IL
Master’s in International Business – Exchange Program with Nebraska Wesleyan University (Lincoln, NE, USA)
Bachelor in Economic Engineering – University Pierre Mendes France (Grenoble, France)

Experience
Founder and Executive Director Career Coaching and Training – Next Land Consulting, Chicago
Associate Director for Career Management Center – Kellogg School of Management
Seminar and Lecturer – INSEEC, French Consulate, University Pierre Mendes France
Human Resources and Trainer – Lend Lease, Chicago
Budget department Manager – Allianz (AGF, Paris, France)