Certified Coach
MY JOURNEY My professional development has always been at the heart of who I am. Early on, I wanted to prove something to myself and the world. Later, it became about the joy of self-realisation. Today, my primary motivation is to support purpose-driven leaders on their journey to success and fulfilment.
I studied marketing & public relations in Vienna and trained at the Diplomatic Academy before stepping behind the scenes of the interplay between politics and business as a lobbyist in London and Brussels. From there, I moved into the spotlight, as spokesperson and head of corporate communications for listed companies, writing speeches, leading press conferences, building media relations, and guiding organisations through complex change. Long before remote work became the norm, I was managing pan-European projects and motivating international teams across London, Brussels, Vienna, and Zurich. I learned to build trust quickly, navigate new cultures seamlessly, and create powerful professional networks wherever I landed.
THE TURNING POINT Like a racehorse, I lived in two gears: fast or faster, until my body demanded I stop. A gastrointestinal disorder, leaky gut syndrome, forced me to rest and reflect. Exhausted and stuck in the hamster wheel, I realised how the relentless pace combined with my own high expectations was quietly wearing me down. What started as a personal healing journey became a profound area of study. I immersed myself in nutrition, holistic health, meditation, and mindfulness. I was surprised to find myself more energetic and powerful than ever before. That experience changed everything.
MY COACHING APPROACH Since 2020, I've been working as a holistic health and leadership coach, helping leaders and teams work more effectively, lead more mindfully, and live healthier lives. My approach blends two decades of corporate leadership experience with professional coaching certifications — including the INSEAD Coaching Certificate — and deep training in holistic health and integrative nutrition. I believe that true leadership starts from within. I help my clients achieve work/life balance, live with intention, and reach deeper levels of fulfilment, not by doing more, but by leading with greater clarity, energy, and purpose.
WHAT MAKES ME UNIQUE I've lived the pressure my clients face. I know what it's like to perform at the highest level while quietly running on empty. That lived experience, combined with my corporate background and coaching expertise, allows me to meet leaders exactly where they are. I'm also deeply passionate about impact. Even as a student, long before "social entrepreneurship" was a common term, I was asking how economic activity could drive positive change. Today, I bring that same commitment to my work as I support individuals, teams, and founders in finding their purpose and creating meaningful impact in the world. I work with clients in Zurich, Vienna, and online.
I empower ambitious, purpose-driven leaders to thrive - blending executive coaching with holistic wellbeing. I help them to lead more mindfully, perform sustainably, and create meaningful impact.
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