THE HEART BEHIND MY WORK
For a long time, I believed success meant meeting others’ expectations: studying, earning degrees, landing a good job, and constantly improving in what I did. Over time, I realized true fulfillment for me lay elsewhere…
I see you
Driven by curiosity, I set out on a journey that evolved alongside my career—from strategic consultant to partnership manager across various sectors. My passion for immersion and self-reliance grew, not as a tourist, but as a person among people. I traveled to remote destinations, seeking raw, unfiltered experiences that can only be found when truly living within local communities. With my camera as a constant companion, I learned patience, observation, and how to capture the essence of people’s lives.
Encounters with local leaders deeply moved me, such as a remarkable Nepali woman who overcame significant cultural challenges to help oppressed women in her community. Or my time with the Maasai, researching how to preserve traditions amidst rapid globalization. In their resilience, dreams, and actions, I witnessed what true leadership means. It became a deep reflection on my own journey, connecting with diverse cultures, and discovering my own talents.
Everybody is a leader!
These experiences not only provided valuable insights but also gave me direction. I realized I wanted to use my talents to empower people in vulnerable positions—not by speaking for them, but by creating spaces where they can develop, take responsibility, and amplify their impact.
This led to the creation of Impact Collective—a movement supporting local changemakers with leadership programs, guidance, and resources to strengthen their communities from within.
Later, in the slums of Uganda, I helped a nonprofit management team improve collaboration. Everywhere I looked, I saw untapped leadership qualities in young people and small entrepreneurs—individuals with vision and strength, yet lacking the tools to bring their ideas to life. This realization drove me to develop personal leadership programs to strengthen their abilities and expand their impact.
What began as a way to support local changemakers has now evolved into a broader mission: to see, connect, and empower people worldwide. I believe everyone has something to give, and leadership starts everywhere—even where you least expect it.
Background and expertise
With a background in Corporate Communication and Business Administration, I started my career as a strategic consultant. Over the years, I worked as a partnership manager across various sectors, gradually shifting my focus toward what truly matters to me: meaningful collaboration, personal development, and leadership that comes from within.
From high-level conversations with leaders in European boardrooms to honest, fireside talks with the Maasai, I’m fascinated by what drives people, at work and in life.
As a coach and facilitator, I support individuals, teams, and organizations, both in the profit and non-profit world, in navigating change, building trust, and growing from the inside out. My strength lies in creating open and safe spaces where people feel seen and heard, dare to be themselves, and grow in their leadership.
With a creative and empathetic approach, I help you slow down, reconnect with your inner compass, and take steps that are truly yours. Together, we uncover what is already present and waiting to be lived—so that you can lead with more clarity, confidence, and connection.