Nancy Gazzigli
Nancy Gazzigli is a seasoned paralegal and business/IT consultant with over 20 years of diverse professional experience spanning legal services, technology consulting, and executive leadership. Based in Northern California, she currently leads her own firm, Nancy Gazzigli and Associates, where she specializes in complex legal support for personal injury, product liability, criminal, family, and business law cases. Known for her strategic insight and operational efficiency, Nancy excels at streamlining legal workflows and implementing case management systems that improve communication, compliance, and client outcomes.
Nancy's career includes executive roles at major corporations such as PwC, Oracle, and BroadVision, where she led large-scale consulting initiatives and technology-driven solutions for Fortune 500 clients. She holds an MBA in Information Management Science from the University of Southern California and a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and Business from Arizona State University. With a rare blend of legal acumen and business intelligence, Nancy is committed to innovation, integrity, and client-focused service.
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• Arizona State University- B.S.
• University of Southern California- M.B.A.
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to my mother, who was a tremendous influence on me—she taught me how to connect with people, work hard, and lead with integrity. Thanks to her guidance, I began college at 16, earned two bachelor's degrees and an MBA, and have since spent over 20 years in the legal field and 35 in IT, helping companies grow from 100 to over 20,000 employees through innovative leadership and strategic vision.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I ever received came from my mom, a respected journalist and award-winner, who taught me to lead with integrity, stay curious, and never stop striving for excellence.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
My advice to young women entering the industry is to believe in your ability to achieve every dream—work hard, never give up, and always keep learning and adapting to change.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest challenges—and opportunities—in my field right now is finding ways to help everyone who needs support, as I’m deeply committed to my community and driven to make a lasting impact that leaves a legacy for other women to follow.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values most important to me are working hard to support my community and always making time for family, as I believe those are the foundations of true success and a fulfilling, healthy career.