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For ambitious researchers who want to lead with confidence, strategise their funding and attract top talent for the future of their research.
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We equip ambitious research leaders with the tools they need to persuade any audience.
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25+

Years of communication

15+

Years of leadership

18+

Years of EU science

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Your Expert in Science Leadership & Communication

I support research leaders in strategic funding, as well as attracting and retaining top talent – both women and men.

My Expertise

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9 Core Value Propositions for Your Impact Excellence

You achieve concrete results through our strategic guidance. Each proposition is based on over 25 years of experience in science communication.

Leading naturally through authenticity

Discover your style and become the leader you wish you had.

Knowing your W’s

Develop your funding map and know by heart who you contact, why, how, and with what message.

Building bridges between silos

No one is an island. Everyone has their area of expertise. Encourage vivid exchange and understanding between researchers and communication professionals.

Training your leadership brain

Delegating frees space for creativity and opens new horizons.

Playing fair

Create a respectful workspace where honest conversations are encouraged. Your employees vouch for you and your space.

Designing a funding strategy

Focus on the right funding with a strategy in line with your research goals.

Remembering stakeholders are humans

Pitch your research impact beyond dry facts and win over decision-makers.

Designing a tomorrow worth joining

Create a unifying purpose and your people give their utmost because they want to.

Using diversity as a superpower

Embrace otherness before same-as-me. Combine varied expertise and lived experience to innovate.

Ready for More Impact Excellence?

Learn in a free consultation how you can concretely implement these value propositions in your organization.

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Services for Your Impact Excellence

Tailored solutions for science leaders – from individual consulting to comprehensive leadership programs.

1:1 Coaching – Leadership

Unlock Your Personal Leadership Potential

Personalised coaching for research leaders — gain clarity, build confidence, and grow your leadership impact.

Group Coaching – Leadership

Grow Together, Lead with Confidence

Learn and grow with peers — broaden your leadership perspective and gain confidence in a trusted group setting.

Group Trainings in Communication

Communicate with Clarity and Impact

Boost your communication skills — present with impact, simplify complexity, and make meetings productive and clear.

Science Leadership Days

Intensive Workshops for Research Leaders

Intensive training days for research leaders — sharpen strategy, communication and collaboration in workshops.
Speaking Engagements

Inspiring Talks on Science and Leadership

Inspiring talks on science leadership and communication — spark new thinking and energise your events.

Which service is right for you?

Let’s find out in a complimentary consultation how we can best develop your impact and effectiveness.