About Grace

Grace C McBride. Irreplaceable Product Manager Book.

Grace C. McBride is a seasoned product leader, strategist, and coach with over 15 years of experience driving high-impact digital experiences across tech, healthcare, and enterprise SaaS. She has built and scaled products that serve millions, led cross-functional teams at Fortune 100 companies and hypergrowth startups, and delivered measurable, business-defining results.

Why Work with Grace?

What sets Grace apart is her bold leadership style, her obsession with outcomes, and her ability to turn complex visions into clear, actionable strategies.

As the author of The Irreplaceable Product Manager Everyone Wants on Their Team, Grace combines deep operational expertise with a sharp strategic lens, ensuring every coaching session delivers clarity, confidence, and results.

Credentials That Inspire Confidence

  • Bachelors degree in Computer Information Systems - University of Florida

  • Product Management Certification – Cornell University

  • Product Marketing Certification - Cornell University

  • Leadership Certification – Harvard University

  • Certified Technology Leader - Harvard University

  • Certified Agile Leader - University of Maryland

  • Design Thinking Certification - Rochester Institute of Technology

  • Project Management Certification - Google

  • Expert in blending cutting-edge frameworks with timeless leadership principles

  • A career shaped by real-world experience + formal training, allowing her to coach with precision, empathy, and clarity

Her Passion

Grace is especially passionate about mentoring women and underrepresented professionals, helping them:

  • Navigate career transitions

  • Build executive presence

  • Sharpen business acumen

  • Unlock strategic influence

Through 1:1 coaching, Grace has helped aspiring and mid-career PMs break into the field, land promotions, and develop the skills to become the most valuable player on any team.

Ready to Elevate Your Career?

Whether you want to level up in your current role, break into product management, or become the kind of leader companies fight to keep, Grace is here to help you get there—faster, smarter, and with confidence.

With Grace as your coach, you won’t just survive your career—you’ll stand out, lead boldly, and drive real results.