Most of my professional life was focused on apparel retail management. Working in corporate for global companies such as Nike EMEA. I managed teams, collaborated with overseas offices and was responsible for sourcing strategies. After more than 15 years, I wanted to make a change in my life to create better life balance and take on new challenges. So, I found the courage to become an entrepreneur. Was it easy? NO. Did I learn from my experiences and live to tell the tales? YES. Actually, becoming a corporate trainer and coach made my career life come full circle as I was able to connect the dots between my work experience and my core strengths. Now I facilitate trainings and give personal development coaching to promote open and courageous communication, to improve self- awareness, to build high performance teams and to create an inclusive business community culture.

My personal life is also full of change. I grew up in America with Dutch Parents. I finished university and started working in New York City. I left after my first job to experience life abroad. I first lived in London, England for 7 years before settling here in Holland in 2002. Even though I can speak Dutch fluently, I feel like an expat combining the best of all the cultures I have experienced with a mix of international people. When I realized that I did not feel so at home in myself, I took on a life coach who helped me transition out of a difficult marriage, live courageously as single mom and thrive in a new career. She inspired me to start inspiring others.

 I am now a Professional Co-Active Coach with a passion for personal development. Helping people thrive through courageously leading from within  to live an authentic life that brings joy and fulfillment.