Nicola albini—executive coach

Language: English, Italian

Professional Certifications:

• M.A. in Spiritual Psychology / Advanced Professional Coaching Certification, The University of Santa Monica

• Conscious Leadership Group Coaching Certification, GLC

• Accredited Enneagram Practitioner at IEQ

• Extensive studies in Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP)

• J.D., University of Florence

Industry Experience:

• Coaches Italian executives in Pharmaceutical industry

• Coaches executives / leadership teams in Aerospace, Consumer Goods, Defense, Industrial, Insurance, Finance, Media, and Technology sectors across Asia, Europe, and the US

• Coaches elite athletes in Sports industry

• Resides in Florence (Italy) and Los Angeles (California, US)

Coaching Philosophy:

Nicola believes extraordinary results begin with transforming the way people lead, perform, and relate to themselves and others. Drawing on more than 25 years of experience, he empowers individuals and organizations to redefine leadership and success while cultivating cultures of trust, accountability, and authenticity. His coaching helps clients achieve extraordinary, sustainable results while enhancing personal well-being and fulfillment. Nicola currently lives and works in Europe and the US.

Rie Kise—executive coach

Language: English (Business Proficiency), Japanese

Professional Certifications:

• ICF Associate Certified Coach (currently pursuing PCC)

• VIA Institute on Character, Workplaces at Their Best (WATB) Consultant

• Certified Positive Psychology Practitioner, Japan Positive Psychology Association

• Official Appointed Mentor; Women Leaders Development and Organizational Culture Transformation for Japanese Corporations

• M.S. in Molecular Biology and completed Ph.D. coursework in Genetics and Molecular Biology, Nara Institute of Science and Technology

Industry Experience:

• Senior Research Associate, Corteva Agriscience (formerly DuPont Pioneer), R&D

• Product Marketing Manager (B2B), Hitachi High-Technologies Corporation

• Cross-Border & Multi-Sector Expertise (Japan and US)

  • Bridging Life-science R&D, B2B corporate leadership, and executive coaching to Japanese senior leaders

    Bicultural background, resides in Iowa (US)

Coaching Philosophy:

I believe how a leader shows up in one moment is how they show up everywhere, so the work starts with who they are, not what they do. I partner with leaders to move beyond mere achievement, toward a leadership style rooted in authenticity rather than someone else's model of what leadership should look like. My role isn't to hand over answers, it's to ask the questions that let leaders author their own path, one they can stand in fully, under pressure and without anyone else in the room.

Carol little—executive coach

Language: English

Professional Certifications:

• “15-Commitments” Certified Coach, Conscious Leadership Group

• IPEC Coaching Certification

• Energy Leadership Masters Certification

• Infinite Possibilities Master Certification

• Positive Intelligence Certified Coach

Industry Experience:

• Curriculum Developer & Executive Coach for Senior Leadership Team at Pharmaceutical manufacturing company sites

• Coaches clients in Life Sciences / Manufacturing, Health Care, Automotive, Corporate Real Estate, Defense, Finance, and Technology sectors

• Works with clients globally; resides in Seattle (Washington, US)

Coaching Philosophy:

Carol leverages 25+ years of experience as a Certified Master Facilitator and Executive Coach. I’ve always been passionate about helping people grow. One of the most rewarding things is witnessing someone shift in how they see themselves and the world. Whether it’s a leader who learns to connect more deeply with their team, or an executive who finally understands that it’s never about the content and ALWAYS about the context—those moments are powerful. Ultimately, coaching is about helping a client get out of their own way and realize their full power and potential.

Sylvain Newton—executive coach

Language: English, French, German

Professional Certifications:

• Accredited Executive Master Coach

• Regional Chair of the Association for Coaching (AC) DACH region (Austria, Germany, Switzerland)

• Faculty of MBA Coaching Course at EDHEC (France)

• Advisor of Columbia Business School and Program Director, “Neuroscience and Leadership” executive course

• Occupational Psychology, CNAM University in Paris

Industry Experience:

• Working closely with a large Japanese bank (with offices in London, NYC, and Singapore)

• Healthcare industry: Allianz Health, American Hospital of Paris, Corza Medical, and International Vaccine Institute

• Lived and worked in Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, the UK, and the US; resides in Munich (Germany)

Coaching Philosophy:

Sylvain leverages 25+ years’ experience combining practical knowledge with a passion for academia, research and reading, and as such taps into a deep reservoir of practical and conceptual ideas to serve clients. Sylvain’s approach is based on his deep listening skills, his constant flow of energy, his complete focus on his clients, his heightened empathy, and an unlimited belief in people’s potential. His international experience, with clients on the 5 continents in over 20 countries, give him a sound understanding of the challenges faced by leaders in global organisations.

Vincent Chang—director of operations

Language: English, Mandarin (Proficient)

Vincent J Chang brings 30+ years of international strategic business development, operational management and consultancy experience—including corporate transactional and intellectual property law—in entrepreneurial and established business ventures, family office and charitable foundations. He also maintains a visual and soundscape fine art practice. Vincent has a J.D. from Cornell Law School and a B.A. in Architecture from the University of California at Berkeley. He enjoys brisk walks, especially discovering and exploring new places, cultures and cuisines. He currently resides in Malta with his wife and son.