For me, authenticity means finding peace within myself—embracing both the light and the shadows. It’s about healing my pain and challenging my beliefs to show up fully as who I am.

Authenticity isn’t a free pass or a buzzword; it’s a choice rooted in self-awareness and responsibility. It’s the commitment to live intentionally, honor my values, and grow through every challenge. This journey has shaped me deeply, and it’s at the heart of everything I do.

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Eye-level connection is essential for me—not just with others, but also with ourselves. It’s the foundation of authentic conscious leadership and true understanding. To meet someone on eye level means to truly see them, free from the filters of their story or my own. It’s about looking beyond their role, status, or outward form and recognizing their true value.

Only when we connect on this level can we communicate authentically, understand real needs, and create meaningful impact. Eye-level connection allows us to break down barriers, foster trust, and build relationships that are rooted in respect and mutual growth. It’s not just a practice—it’s a way of being.

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My life has been shaped by bold choices—each one guided not by rigid plans, but by a deep connection to my inner compass. From selling my house and leaving a secure civil service role at 30 to study abroad, to pivoting careers at 35 and 48, and stepping away from a promising government role to co-found a boutique strategy firm focused on collaborative innovation, my path has always been driven by clarity, not certainty.

Moving to Switzerland was another conscious leap—one that went beyond career ambition. After years of mastering my hard skills in strategy, political advising, and entrepreneurship, I chose this chapter to refine something even more essential: my soft skills. Through deep work in emotional intelligence, process facilitation, and transition coaching, I learned that true leadership is not only about vision—it’s about human connection, empathy, and presence.

For me, boldness is not about being fearless—it’s about having the courage to act with fear. It’s about trusting that quiet voice within—the one that leads you toward something bigger than yourself, even when the path ahead is unknown.

There’s something profoundly powerful about simply being. As individuals, we’re often expected to wear countless hats, meet endless expectations, and prove ourselves in ways that can feel overwhelming. But I believe in creating space to just be—to embrace who we are at our core, unapologetically. To honor and embrace the vast richness of human diversity. To feel, to grow, to lead, and to exist in a way that’s authentic and freeing. Simply being  is enough—and it’s powerful.

Innovation is something I hold close to my heart—it has shaped my professional life for over a decade. For me, innovation is far more than just new ideas or methods. It’s about using the social capital we have as a society in meaningful ways, by putting the (often hidden) talents and potential of people at the center.

True innovation happens when we create space for individuals to contribute authentically and connect their unique abilities to something greater. It’s not just about change—it’s about purposefully designing a future that benefits every being.

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I’ve always been drawn to finding solutions to both small and large challenges—solutions that create shared value for everyone. To open doors, create pathways, and build bridges where none existed before. These bridges aren’t just functional; they’re inviting—bridges people truly want to cross.

My life has often been a dance between contrasts. I’ve been seen as “different”—someone who doesn’t always fit into traditional molds. At the same time, I’ve been consistently recognized as highly professional, effective, and deeply grounded. It’s this seeming duality that has shaped me into a true bridge builder, connecting ideas, people, and perspectives in ways that might not seem obvious at first.

I thrive in the space between worlds, where transformation feels not just possible, but inevitable.

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Nature has always been my anchor—a place where I find grounding, clarity, and balance. It’s where I go to reconnect with myself and with something greater. In the stillness of a forest or the vastness of a mountain range, I feel a deep sense of belonging and calm.

For me, nature isn’t just a backdrop to life—it’s a guide, a teacher, and a reminder of the harmony we can create when we live in alignment with the world around us. It inspires me to approach life with gratitude, intention, and a deep respect for the interconnectedness of all beings.

Whenever possible and meaningful, I integrate nature into my programs.

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