Coaches

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Nevena is a certified coach and a psychotherapy counselor. With a background in corporations like Johnson Controls and Amazon, she has observed the behavioral trends of successful teams and now, through her company, she leverages insights in high performance and leadership to create strategies that prioritize emotional intelligence. Her focus is on helping teams and individuals unlock their full potential by combining corporate experience, psychotherapy education, and coaching expertise.

ICF Credential: ACC

Interview:  Leadership in uncertain times

LinkedIn:   https://www.linkedin.com/in/nevena-buzek-83301b137/

I am a  ICF ACC accredited coach, cultural consultant, and educator - originally from Spain and based in Winterthur, Switzerland.    I have built a diverse professional career:  from freelance translator to the world of international relations at the United Nations, to communications, continuous medical education and coaching.   As a coach, my goal is to transform challenges into opportunities, guiding individuals and teams toward meaningful solutions.   I partner with driven, thoughtful and passionate individuals who want to find clarity, purpose and confidence.   Having lived in four countries and fluent in five languages, I bring a unique intercultural perspective to my coaching and training practice.  

ICF Credential: ACC

Offer: 3 Individual coaching sessions

Interview:  details coming soon

LinkedIn:     https://www.linkedin.com/in/irenecontreras/

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As an ICF professional certified coach and licensed career coach, I bring nearly 30 years of experience in multicultural and international environments. 

My passion lies in guiding individuals towards their best selves, blending empathy, insight, and practical strategies. I am committed to supporting people through career transitions, leadership development, and personal growth journeys, helping them thrive in today’s diverse world.

ICF Credential: ACC

Offer: 6 Individual coaching sessions

Languages:   Italian, English, French

LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/silverio-damiani-8a4a721/

Beate has extensive organizational experience having worked for more than 30 years in the multicultural environment of an international organization. A passionate ambassador of the coaching approach, she has been accompanying managers and leaders, as well as individuals and teams on their journey to more job satisfaction, improved communication and leadership. Her vision is to humanize the workplace with the help of coaching by empowering staff at all levels, helping them connect to their inner resources and find their intrinsic motivation. 

ICF Credential: PCC

Offer: 3 Individual coaching sessions

LinkedIn:   https://www.linkedin.com/in/beate-giffo-schmitt-162b176b/

ICFS Profile: https://coachingfederation.ch/profile/1683206395186x123629696285896260

Executive Coach, Trainer, TEDx Speaker. Professional Coach and ICF Member for 20yrs. I focus developing international leaders and fostering collaboration in multicultural workplaces. Founder & CEO of Leaders Today a Swiss coaching and consulting firm. Former trainer at Institute of Coaching, lecturer at EMLyon, EDHEC Nice, and HEG Geneva. 

Former Head of HR in the Standards Bureau of ITU (UN). Passionate about coaching my clients to personal and professional fulfilment, I view coaching as a driver for peace and progress.

ICF Credential: PCC

Offer:  10 Individual Coaching sessions

Webinar 14 May:   The purpose of coaching for International Organizations and NGOs

Languages:   English, French, Italian

LinkedIn:     https://www.linkedin.com/in/sabaimru/

Katie has a long career as senior exectuive and is current HR Director of IRU. Her career bridges private sector an NGOs, where she has led complex organizational change initiatives, including creating a coaching culture.

Coaching is a partnership. It is a moment of exchange and exploration around an objective to discover options and possibilities in a safe and secure environment. The result of rich discussion leads to action plans and a level of commitment that gives the coachee the confidence to move forward. The coachee drives the process, the coach holds the banner.

Now I am pleased to offer executive coaching support to anyone who is interested in exploring leadership posture and development.

ICF Credential: ACC

Offer: 4 Individual Coaching sessions

LinkedIn: 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-klein-95946716/

ICF Switzerland President.

Details coming soon.

I’m an ICF-certified coach with nearly 30 years of international experience in social and behavioural change, working with organisations like the BBC, WHO, UNICEF, the One UN, RECOFTC, and Gavi. I work best with purpose-driven people – innovators, changemakers, social justice warriors, and big-picture thinkers – supporting them to grow, lead, and thrive at any stage of their careers.  With specialist training in neurodiversity, conflict management and team coaching, as well as LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY®, I tailor every session to fit your needs. Whether you’re navigating complex systems, managing burnout, or building better relationships at work, I’ll help you tap into your energy, sharpen your focus, and unlock your full potential. My approach blends positive, solution-focused, and systemic coaching, creating a safe, judgment-free space where you can be fully yourself, think boldly, and make real progress.  I’m committed to ongoing learning, holding certifications from ICF, PAAC, CINERGY®, and ensa (Mental Health First Aid), and advanced training through IDC, ADDCA, CTA, and CLE/GCI. Let’s work together to turn insight into action – and vision into reality.  

ICF Credential: ACC 

Offer: 15 Individual coaching 

sessions

Live interview, 15 May: Neurodiversity in coaching

LinkedIn:   https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanrmackay/ 

As an accredited coach, I am passionate about helping professionals—especially those in demanding industries—who feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or uncertain of their path. With over 20 years of experience in the Digital industry, I truly understand the challenges of navigating constant change, high-pressure environments, and the uncertain times we live in.  Alongside my Coaching practice, I have dedicated over seven years to an in-depth yoga journey under the guidance of my teachers, whilst also becoming a certified yoga teacher.  That’s why my coaching blends evidence-based methods with the timeless wisdom of yoga and mindfulness, creating a holistic approach that fosters lasting conscious transformation. Along the way, I provide tools and resources—including meditation, breathwork and philosophical insights,—to help clients navigate life’s challenges with clarity and intention.

My mission is simple: to guide professionals to reconnect with themselves, navigate change with intention and resilience, and cultivate the tools to unlock their full potential—both personally and professionally.

Offer: 4

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/linktonisharma

Sabine is passionate about empowering individuals and teams to perform at their best and turn challenges into opportunities. Her coaching practice within a variety of international organizations focuses on individuals’ strengths, emotional awareness and building effective teams. She offers leadership coaching combined with performance facilitation, building on over 15 years of leading change initiatives, talent management and business performance. 

ICF Credential: ACC

Offer:  3 Individual Coaching sessions

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sabinemccarthy/

Thelan is an ICF Professional Certified Coach and Mentor with over three decades of multidisciplinary experience across diverse sectors. His non-linear career journey and pivotal personal experiences across North America, Europe, and Asia have shaped his identity as a perpetual expatriate, nurturing his commitment to the human experience, inclusion, and sustainability.

As a professional coach, he has served change-makers and experienced/high-level professionals from over 30 nationalities in their aspiration journeys and meaningful career and life transitions. His playful coaching presence empowers individuals to authentically articulate their expressions and create meaningful change, fostering emotional flow and personal empowerment.

ICF credential: PCC

Offer: 10 Individual coaching sessions.

LinkedIn:   https://www.linkedin.com/in/thelan

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I have a corporate background in communications and marketing at one of Switzerland’s top global banks, giving me insight into organizational dynamics and change. Now working in Human Resources and coaching within the UN, I support individuals in developing key skills, navigating complexity, and reaching their potential in international environments.

Offer: 10 Individual coaching sessions

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/barbarastegmaier/

ICFS Profile: https://coachingfederation.ch/profile/1719480851950x749921115322708600

Melanie Shudofsky is an internationally recognized transformational leadership and resilience coach, certified by the ICF, EMCC, and Brain Academy, a partner of the Management Drives methodology, a mountaineer, and an author.  With decades of experience in strategy and organizational consulting across industries and continents, particularly within international development, she brings deep expertise and a truly global perspective to her work.  Melanie supports leaders and professionals facing competing demands to regain balance, reduce stress and decision fatigue, build resilience, and lead with clarity and purpose—even in high-pressure environments.  Her deeply human approach uniquely blends solution-focused coaching with neuroscience, co-creating impactful learning experiences that turn stress into strength and complexity into meaningful opportunity.

ICF Credential: ACC

Offer: 10 Individual coaching sessions

Webinar on 12 May at 11:00:   Staying Grounded in Stormy Waters: Brain-Smart Strategies for Stress & Resilience

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melanie-shudofsky/

I am passionate about growing businesses for profits and non-profits, and helping to create great workplaces where people want to be. I thrive on developing courageous individuals who work hard, have fun,     and achieve big goals together – goals that create positive impact. My multi-disciplinary business experience spans media, arts, fund-raising, and non-profit over 20 years.My coaching style is focused, efficient, gentle – and fun.

I am known for my curiosity, presence and intent listening. My clients tell me that I help them gain self-awareness, uncover new perspectives, and develop valuable competencies that accelerate their professional growth and impact. Together, we challenge today’s reality, ask “what if?” and create a path to the future.

ICF Credential: ACC

Offer: 10 Individual coaching sessions

LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamaratv/

Working with an appreciative approach, Dana’s primary areas of specialization include leadership (at all levels of the organization), emotional and social intelligence, and VIA character strengths. 

She partners with professionals, leaders, and organizations to facilitate change - individual or organizational - by leveraging what's best in people.

As a faculty member of the VIA Institute on Character and a certified Mindfulness-Based Strengths Practice practitioner, Dana coaches and facilitates learning experiences for VIA's clients around the world.

ICF Credential: PCC

Webinar 11:15, 13 May - Activating your Character Strengths to Achieve your Goal

LinkedIn:   https://www.linkedin.com/in/danawaldencoachicfpcc/

ICFS Profile:   https://coachingfederation.ch/profile/1690542903428x935381716550226600

In my 15 years of experience leading, coaching, and training within international companies, I've empowered individuals to step into their confidence, lead authentically, and unlock their full potential for success.  As a mindset and leadership coach, I help individuals reconnect with their authentic selves so they can confidently pursue their goals. Through my coaching, you'll overcome fear, discover your inner strength, reclaim your power, and build resilience to face any challenge. Let's work together to unlock your full potential and live a life of purpose.  I coach in English, German and Dutch.  

Mindset and Leadership Coach 

ICF Credential: ACC

Offer: 4 Individual coaching sessions 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/desireevanderlaan/  

Hi, I’m Munisa—a PCC ICF-certified coach with 20+ years of global experience across finance, HR, recruitment, and leadership development. Having lived in four countries and transitioned across careers, I understand the challenges of growth, change, and redefining success.  My passion is empowering high-achieving professionals to unlock their potential, align personal aspirations with organizational goals, and lead with impact. I support mid-to-senior leaders through career transitions, leadership development, and strategic positioning—helping them build confidence, navigate complexity, and drive results.  With a background in global FMCG, pharma, and consulting industries, I offer practical, strengths-based coaching grounded in empathy and real-world insight.

ICF Credential: PCC

Offer: 4 Individual coaching sessions

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/munisa-iuldasheva-leadership-coach/