M. Claudia Benassi

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ABOUT M. CLAUDIA BENASSI

Claudia thrives as an executive coach, leadership strategist, and designer/facilitator of transformative initiatives that enable clients to break boundaries and unlock their full potential. As a trusted sparring partner, she collaborates with top executives to explore bold cross-border career moves and navigate transitions with confidence and clarity. With an impressive array of credentials in executive coaching—including ICF PCC+ credentialing, Tavistock certification, and INSEAD training—Claudia partners with senior executives, teams, and scientists, leading them through journeys that challenge conventional thinking. She creates thought-provoking learning spaces designed to ignite growth, foster a powerful coaching culture, and cultivate deep conversational intelligence within organizations. Claudia\'s unique ability to connect with women aspiring to C-Suite and CEO roles is deeply rooted in her own reinventions, extensive research, and hands-on leadership experience. Her work is particularly valued for its authenticity, insight, and results. A passionate advocate of personal leadership development and lifelong learning, Claudia excels at bridging the gap between the scientific and the corporate worlds. Drawing on her rich academic background and years of experience in executive development, she brings a deep understanding of how businesses and research institutions function (or, at times, don’t). Claudia is particularly adept at working with introverts and high-focus professionals, helping them uncover new behaviors and opportunities. Her innovative program designs inspire research institutions to build inclusive cultures that attract and retain top talent. Born in Argentina, Claudia is fluent in English, Spanish, and German, and has cultivated a truly global perspective as she lived and worked in ten countries. Known for her integrative and out-of-the-box thinking, she empowers leaders, teams, and organizations to identify their most energizing resources, overcome obstacles, and create sustainable, positive change—while making the process enjoyable and engaging.