Paula has 30 years of experience as a Global Executive and Senior Leader at Fortune 500 organizations with operations throughout Europe, Middle East, North America, and Asia, including pivotal roles at leading hospitality and travel technology companies. She is an expert at helping senior leaders navigate complex business transitions and develop authentic leadership styles that drive both business results and personal fulfillment.
As an iPEC Certified Professional Coach and ICF Associate Certified Coach, Paula works with executives to transform potential obstacles into opportunities for growth, drawing from her firsthand experience breaking through barriers in traditionally male-dominated industries. Her multilingual capabilities (English, German, Dutch) and firsthand experience give her a unique ability to connect with and guide leaders across cultures. Paula's proven track record of success, recognized by her selection among Amsterdam's top 15 coaches in 2024, stems from her ability to blend strategic vision with practical execution.
Drawing from her truly global perspective on leadership development, Paula combines her extensive corporate experience with deep coaching expertise to guide you through every transition - whether stepping into a more senior role, contemplating a career pivot, or enhancing your leadership impact - to help you unlock your full potential.
Notable Client Achievements
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Coached a Google senior executive to pursue her entrepreneurial dreams, supporting her successful launch of three purpose-driven startups focused on social impact
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Guided a VP of Revenue at a luxury European hotel chain through her first 90 days, helping her build confidence and make an immediate impact on team culture and performance
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Supported a Marketing Executive's transition from the fashion industry into entrepreneurship, helping her successfully launch and scale a retail venture aligned with her personal passion
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Provided strategic negotiation coaching to a hospitality Sales leader, resulting in both a promotion and a 35% increase in compensation
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Coached a VP of Human Resources successfully transition to a new company, securing a fully remote position that leveraged her expertise while providing the flexibility she desired