Passionate about helping people grow - in defining their career, as scientists or leaders. I have >10 years’ experience leading international projects and teaching at universities in Europe and the USA, thereof 4 years as a group leader, developing students, scientific and technical staff. In addition, I have served as the leader of a career center for 2 years, offering career coaching, developing and implementing a course program for early career researchers, supporting young leaders with workshops and personality assessments, and setting up collaborations with employers in the private and public sectors. My combined background in science, coaching, career diagnostics and education provides me with a unique set of analytical and social skills. The biggest reward for my work is the expression on someone's face when they got a concept, found their solution, or regained the confidence that they can be successul.