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Credentials & Professional Standards

I coach with clarity and warmth (Owl) and momentum for change (Fire). IMD-certified, supervised, and committed to ethical, high-impact practice. EMCC accreditation in progress.

IMD Executive Coaching Certificate — earned

EMCC EIA — in progress

Ethics • Supervision • CPD • Confidentiality

Certifications & Training

IMD Executive Coaching Certificate (IECC) — completed
IMD, Lausanne. Practice-intensive program with assessed client work, ethics, and supervision.
Focus areas: executive presence, secure-base leadership, systems & humanistic lenses, reflective practice.

 

EMCC EIA (European Individual Accreditation) — in progress

Portfolio in preparation covering practice hours, supervision, CPD, and client evidence.Status: documentation & supervision reflections underway.

Ethics, Confidentiality & Supervision

I align with the EMCC Global Code of Ethics and maintain strict confidentiality with clear contracting. I work under regular coaching supervision to safeguard quality and outcomes.

• Confidentiality by default (legal/serious-risk exceptions only)

• Clear contracting & informed consent

• Data protection aligned with GDPR and Swiss FADP (revDSG)

• Professional boundaries and psychological safety

Continuous Professional Development (CPD)

I invest time every month in training, reflective practice, and community learning to keep my coaching sharp and relevant.

 

• Ongoing refinement in Secure Base Leadership, the BEATS model, and systems-humanistic approaches

• Regular coaching supervision and peer learning circles

• Reading, case reflection, and measured experimentation in sessions

How This Shows Up in My Work

Owl — Presence & Clarity

  Deep listening, clean thinking, and a calm space to see what truly matters.

Fire — Energy & Momentum

  Courage with care: we turn insight into movement, with accountability.

Evidence-informed

  Recognized frameworks (Secure Base Leadership, BEATS, systems & humanistic) and reflective practice.

Action you can use

  Every session ends with clear next steps and measurable progress.

Client Feedback

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Helped me gain clarity and confidence during a complex transition.

Alex, Senior Legal Counsel — Energy & Utilities (Europe)

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Structured, honest, and deeply human—made tough decisions simpler.

Ben, Head of Operations — B2B SaaS (Tech)

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I left each session with calm and concrete actions.

Tania, Finance Director — Industrial Manufacturing (DACH)

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Challenged me with care; I grew as a leader and a person.

Hyun, VP Strategy — Consumer Goods (EMEA)

Names anonymized for confidentiality. Additional references available on request.

Professional Assurances

• Data protection: GDPR & Swiss FADP (revDSG) aligned; clear data retention and deletion policy

• Confidentiality & boundaries: strict confidentiality under written contract; exceptions only for legal obligations or imminent risk

• Supervision & quality: regular coaching supervision and reflective practice to safeguard client outcomes

• Accessibility & inclusion: respectful, values-based practice; reasonable adjustments on request

• Contracting: scope, goals, frequency, fees, cancellation terms, data handling, and escalation channels agreed before we start

Last updated: August 27, 2025

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