About me
Who I Am
Change starts within.
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Born in Brussels, French mother, German Father.
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Not really interested in school, passed just above necessary grade.
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Launched first company at 22 (Culture, still existing today).
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Discovered India at 20
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Discovered South America at 22
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Became an Engineer at 23.
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Nearly died in an extreme ski accident
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Earned a doctorate in Biotech Engineering at 28
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Discovered working for an international corporation at 29 (China)
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Experienced the joy of being fired after just 3 months at a new company at 31
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Learned how to build a successful startup from scratch at 31
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Became a husband and father at 33, 35, 42
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Discovered Leadership, Coaching, and Mentoring at 40 through IESE, ESADE, Wharton and HEC Paris
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Discovered fun ways to develop people and ideas at my own companies
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Discovered Agility, Collective Intelligence and Sociocracy 3.0 at 41
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Discovered meditation at 42
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Discovered Impact-Driven Businesses and BCorps at 43
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Exited from 5th Startup (Sold to Bertelsmann)
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Launched 6th Startup (Women's MentalHealth) at 48
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Launched Kuma Partners at 50
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Diagnosed with ADHD at 50 (my wife says that a formal diagnosis was not necessary) and wrote a book about The Non-Linear Operating System
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Launched Stralea at 52
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Happy to be working with CEOs and Leaders since over 15 years
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Still training Muay Thai & other sports at 53
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On a journey of life-long learning, looking for new experiences every day
What working with me looks like.
Every engagement starts with a conversation.
From there, the shape depends on what you need.
Some leaders come for a single offsite and stay for ongoing coaching.
Some join a peer group and realize they've been making decisions in a vacuum for years.
Some need a strategic thought partner for a specific transition, a fundraise, a restructure, a leadership team that's not working.
There's no formula. But there's always clarity on the other side.
Unlock your potential
Schedule a 1-on-1 coaching session and discover how an extraordinary conversation will change your life.
When booking a time with me, please state clearly why you believe that I am the right coach for you, as I work selectively with individuals whose dedication and drive align with my coaching approach and values.
If you come through a referral, please mention the name of the referrer so I can prioritize our discussion and ensure the best possible fit for our coaching journey together.
Dr. Sven Mulfinger
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