Meet our coaches in the Europe, Middle East and Africa

Gürkan has been a member of the International Coaching Federation (ICF) since starting his coaching training in 2007. He served as the President of the ICF’s Turkish chapter from June 2010 to May 2012 and continues as a member of ICF Turkey’s Advisory Board and Internal Regulation Committee Leader. Gürkan also joined the ICF EMEA Regional Advisory Council in 2014, broadening his influence to the international level. He is set to join the ICF’s Independent Review Board in April 2016. A graduate of an ICF-accredited Coach Training Program (ACTP), Gürkan holds the PCC credential.

Dr. Filiz Arslan Nizam is an executive coach with extensive experience in professional training and human resources, specializing in coaching middle and high-level executives across the retail, telecommunications, and finance sectors. Through her coaching, Filiz empowers leaders to develop resilience, agility, and strategic thinking, essential for thriving in dynamic business environments. Her coaching philosophy focuses on self-discovery, empowerment, and sustainable growth, aiming to unleash untapped potential and guide clients towards their professional goals. Filiz is committed to fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and excellence, making her a trusted partner in leadership development and organizational success.

Ewa Polak is an Executive Professional Certified Coach (ICF PCC) and Mentor Coach with over 10 years of multicultural experience. Specializing in enhancing leadership effectiveness, Ewa supports leaders in improving their performance and growth. Through powerful questioning and reflective practices, she guides her clients to unlock extraordinary results. Driven by the belief that everyone has untapped potential, Ewa utilizes her Master’s Degree in Psychology to deepen her coaching impact. Fluent in both English and Polish, she is skilled at navigating diverse cultural contexts to help her clients achieve their personal and professional goals.

Ekaterina Taborko is a Professional Coach (PCC) with a rich background as a Transformational Coach, Corporate Trainer, and Psychologist. With over six years of experience, she specializes in empowering leaders and individuals during transitional periods. Certified by the ICF, Ekaterina employs a values-based approach tailored to each client’s unique needs, integrating mindfulness to enhance resilience and sustainability. As a mentor and supervisor, she is dedicated to guiding individuals toward significant personal growth and development.

Avra Lyraki is a Global Executive Communication Coach (MCC, ICF), C-Level Mentor, ICF Assessor, TEDx Speaker, and HBR Advisory Council Member. She partners with C-Level executives and high-potential leaders worldwide to enhance their leadership impact and results. Avra focuses on one-to-one coaching and team facilitation, improving executive team dynamics and communication effectiveness. Her approach is enthusiastic, direct, and creative, aiming to help leaders become role models by leading balanced, successful lives.

Colleen Slaughter Raue's has worked worldwide with Fortune 500 companies, NGOs and nonprofits, and business leaders from 50 countries. With 1000+ hours of coaching conversations and 20 years practicing leadership development, she has extensive experience working with C-level leaders operating in global locations. Colleen is a specialist in all aspects of leadership effectiveness, political savvy, and strategic influence. Colleen holds several certifications in the business, coaching, and facilitation fields to help leaders achieve big impacts to their organizations.

Chiara, a certified coach with approximately 2000 hours of experience, partners with leaders across various geographies and industries. She focuses on boosting team productivity, fostering strategic skills, handling conflicts, and enhancing executive presence. With a background in business administration and 12 years of leadership experience at major corporations like General Electric and PwC, Chiara effectively understands and addresses client challenges. Her coaching approach is inspired by neuroscience and other evidence-based techniques, enabling her to co-create practical solutions with her clients.

Cecile Hemery, empowers leaders to navigate professional crossroads and quiet leaders to find their voice. She helps them build confidence, clarity, and focus to achieve greater professional impact and strengthen their leadership presence and skillset. Cecile’s style is described as empathetic, insightful, and supportive. She holds PCC credentials from ICF combined with 15 years’ experience in the Tech industry covering strategic, operational and international roles as a manager.

Carolyn Ellesmere, an Executive Coach and Senior Coach Practitioner with EMCC, started her career in HR in the financial and retail sectors, later moving to consultancy roles at KPMG and Deloitte. In 2017, she established her own coaching practice, delivering over 1500 hours of coaching across various sectors. Carolyn is currently completing her Masters in Coaching Psychology at Henley Business School, enhancing her expertise in professional and personal development.

Bianca Riemer, a Professional Coach with PCC, Team, Board, and Systemic Coaching credentials, brings over 20 years of experience in financial services. Starting her career as a Chartered Accountant at PwC, she advised financial institutions and honed her coaching skills. Bianca later transitioned to Morgan Stanley as an Equity Analyst, where her influential communication was recognized through three Starmine Analyst Awards and top team rankings in Extel and Institutional Investor surveys. An active board member for Business Launchpad and Trident Business Centre, Bianca is also an angel investor in female-led B2B SaaS startups. With over 1,000 hours of coaching, she effectively guides both individuals and teams towards achieving their goals.

Belinda is a Professional Coach and qualified Mindfulness Teacher with over 20 years of experience in coaching, people development, and mindfulness. As a Senior Practitioner Coach with EMCC, her mission is to enhance enjoyment and fulfillment in the workplace. Belinda’s approach helps individuals gain clarity, build confidence, and identify their unique strengths. She facilitates a thorough review of possible options, supports actionable steps forward, and fosters meaningful changes in both personal and professional life.

Aya El Horr El Mir is a distinguished Executive and Leadership Coach, boasting 20 years in human development. Since 2013, she has coached executives from top multinationals, utilizing her PCC credential from the ICF and amassing over 1,200 coaching hours. Aya empowers leaders to navigate complex challenges and achieve sustainable success. With a DBA in Transformational Leadership and Gender Equality, her coaching approach uniquely blends deep expertise with a commitment to fostering both personal and professional growth.

Andreea Gheorghita, a Professional Certified Coach by ICF and Senior Practitioner by EMCC, specializes in leadership and career coaching for managers and key talents. With over 16 years of experience in manufacturing, trade, services, and hospitality, she has held leadership roles in commercial and customer service processes across multinational companies and entrepreneurial ventures. Andreea also brings 2 years of board leadership experience from ICF Romania to her coaching practice. Her mission is to empower clients to enhance their work experiences and amplify their positive influence within their professional circles.

André specializes in coaching C-level executives and leadership teams within major global organizations. He has co-founded businesses in e-commerce, travel, and digital marketing, guiding them to multi-million dollar revenues. André’s approach empowers leaders to navigate life’s challenges and embrace continual learning. He collaborates with international business schools on executive programs and MBAs, and also mentors and supervises professional coaches, sharing his extensive real-world experience and strategic insights.

Adina offers 15 years of international corporate experience, leading global sales operations and transformation projects across 60 countries. Since 2016, she has empowered hundreds of leaders from diverse industries to develop their unique leadership styles and achieve their goals through increased insight and awareness. Accredited as a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) by the International Coach Federation (ICF) and EMCC, Adina’s coaching is underpinned by professional integrity and informed by her MSc research on team development processes. Her approach is structured to foster both personal and professional growth among her clients.

Arzu brings over 10 years of coaching expertise and 30 years of business experience. Since 2016, she has run her own training, coaching, and consulting firm. Previously, she worked in Human Resources, Sales, and Marketing across various industries for leading companies such as Teknosa, Colin’s, Multinet, Avon, Coty, DHL, Oriflame, and Gallup. Arzu is skilled in developing integrated HR systems, establishing corporate academies, and creating learning and coaching structures. Her experience extends to leadership development, team effectiveness, talent management, and a decade in key account management within direct sales.

Zeynep Karasoy, with 15 years of HR experience, specializes in corporate training, talent management, and leadership development. Having started her career at HSBC Bank, she led various projects in Academy Leadership and managed the SoftTech HR Training and Development team. Zeynep holds a degree in Economics from Uludag University and a Master’s in Interpersonal Communication from Marmara University, focusing on emotional intelligence in corporate settings. A certified ICF member, she completed the CTI Co-Active Coaching Training and holds CPCC and PCC titles. Passionate about the transformative power of coaching, Zeynep serves as a Consultant, Assessor, Facilitator, Coach, and Mentor since 2015.

Claire Buchanan began her professional career in marketing and publishing. In 2017 she qualified as an Integral Coach. Her passion is creating awareness, facilitating learning and enabling change by encouraging a fresh perspective. She coaches individuals with specific objectives and goals focused on developing potential, improving relationships, refining processes and enhancing performance. She achieved the International Coaching Federation (ICF) Professional Certified Coach (PCC) credential in 2020 and she has more than 1 600 hours of coaching experience. Claire is based in Cape Town, South Africa.

Chandni, an ICF-accredited Executive Coach (ACC) with over 25 years of experience, has held corporate leadership roles in two WPP Group companies and was the CEO of Social Innovation Park Singapore. A Certified Emotional Intelligence (EQ) Coach and an author of 10 books, she also holds an MBA from a top Indian business school. Having worked across five countries on two continents, Chandni now operates from Dubai and London. As an entrepreneur since 2017, she leverages her extensive background in business, writing, and board membership to coach a diverse client base, including SMEs, Fortune 500 companies, nonprofits, and startups, aiding them in navigating work challenges, transitions, and interpersonal relationships.

Kunal comes with two decades of high-impact leadership experience in strategy consulting. His roles spanned P&L management, client relations, sales, and cross-matrix leadership. An expert in marketing and brand analytics Kunal has deep expertise across CPG, Retail, BFSI, E-Commerce, SaaS industries. As an executive coach Kunal holds an ICF-PCC credential. Further enriched with Neuro-Linguistic Programming and Transaction Analysis, his coaching expertise is in working with professionals toward elevated leadership, transitions, presence, and growth.

Nilima is an Associate Certified Coach with 15 years of experience in customer experience and business strategy. Specializing in Leadership Development, Executive Coaching, and Organizational Change, she applies Positive Strength Psychology to create personalized coaching solutions. Her methods focus on unlocking clients' innate abilities, boosting both professional effectiveness and personal fulfillment. Nilima's practical tools, insights, and actionable plans empower clients to navigate today's fast-paced work environment.

Manisha Bapna brings 23 years of diverse experience across various industries, corporations, nationalities, and age groups. She has guided employees to enhance their thinking, behavior, and performance at work by fostering desirable workplace behaviors, thus improving their personal and professional effectiveness. Manisha advocates for a philosophy of ‘being coaching’ rather than merely ‘doing coaching,’ emphasizing that everyone can add value to themselves with the right tools and techniques. Holding a PCC credential from the ICF, she boasts over 5,000 hours of coaching experience.

Lamia is a change facilitator with 20+ years of experience helping individuals make meaningful, sustainable shifts to enhance personal and professional performance. Lamia builds on experience in learning and talent development plus a background in behavioral and motivational studies. She uses evidence-based techniques to help you gain clarity about who you are, where you want to be, and what's in the way so that you can make meaningful, sustainable changes. She has worked with clients in various career stages and works in English and Arabic fluently.

Feyza Ramazanoğlu, with 16+ years in international industrial sales across diverse industries, supports individuals and teams in unlocking their potential and achieving their visions. Believing everyone is naturally creative and a leader, she aids in discovering obstacles and taking action. Her coaching, enriched by her engineering background and a passion for art, nature, and photography, focuses on gaining insights, making value-aligned decisions, and expanding comfort zones. A former ICF Turkish Chapter leader (2020-22) with over 1000 hours of coaching, Feyza has helped more than 200 people challenge their limits.