Transforming Tech Leadership Through Mindful Growth
With over 11 years in the startup ecosystem—including 9 years as a CTO—I've witnessed firsthand how social dynamics, emotional intelligence, and personal development determine not just individual fulfillment, but the very success of entire organizations. What began as a technical journey evolved into a profound understanding: the most critical startup challenges aren't found in code, but in the complex human systems that drive innovation forward.
My Journey to Coaching
My transition from CTO to coach wasn't just a career change—it was a calling. Through navigating the intense pressures of scaling teams, managing complex stakeholder relationships, and leading through uncertainty, I discovered that developing people energizes me far more than developing technology. The moments that mattered most weren't the product launches or technical breakthroughs, but those breakthrough conversations where someone suddenly saw a new way forward.
This realization, combined with my own personal growth through challenging leadership situations, led me to dedicate my career to helping other tech leaders thrive—not just survive—in their roles.
A Holistic Approach to Tech Leadership
What sets my coaching apart is the integration of technical leadership experience with mindfulness-based practices and deep inquiry into social dynamics. I don't just help CTOs become better managers; I help them become more resilient, emotionally intelligent leaders who can navigate the human complexities that make or break technology companies.
My approach combines:
Life Domain Integration - Using comprehensive life satisfaction assessments, we examine how leadership challenges show up across all areas of life—relationships, health, personal growth, and career fulfillment.
Mindfulness-Based Leadership - Drawing from evidence-based practices that help leaders stay centered, make clearer decisions, and manage the inevitable stress of high-stakes technical leadership.
Uncovering Limiting Beliefs - Through powerful questioning techniques and vision exercises, we identify and transform the unconscious patterns that keep talented leaders stuck or burned out.
Social Dynamics Mastery - Understanding how relationship patterns, team dynamics, and communication styles directly impact both personal satisfaction and business outcomes.
My Mission
I'm committed to creating positive impact on the European tech ecosystem by helping CTOs and technical leaders become not just more effective, but genuinely happier and more resilient in their roles. Through individual coaching, group programs, and intensive retreats, I provide the tools and insights that I wish I'd had during my own leadership journey.
When tech leaders thrive personally, their teams flourish, their companies succeed, and the entire innovation ecosystem benefits. This is the ripple effect I'm working to create—one conversation, one breakthrough, one leader at a time.
Ready to transform your leadership journey? Let's explore how mindful, holistic coaching can unlock your potential as both a leader and a human being.