Our mission is to change cyber awareness by adding Emotional Intelligence to leadership training at all levels of an organization. We want to help top leaders build a culture of cyber resilience and proactive security.
My Story...
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From an early age, I learned that often our greatest limitations are those we impose on ourselves. Despite societal expectations that a daughter of an immigrant might not dream big, I chose to listen to the inner voice that told me I could achieve anything. This resilience and determination have been central to my journey.
My nearly two decades at NATO, the world’s largest crisis management and security organization, were foundational. There, I was constantly in environments of conflict preparation, where resilience and readiness were paramount. Working with people from over 40 countries, I honed my skills in stakeholder engagement and emotional intelligence, essential tools that I now bring to my role as the founder of Thrive with EQ.
At Thrive with EQ, we are dedicated to revolutionizing cyber awareness by integrating Emotional Intelligence into leadership development. My extensive experience has enabled me to design and deliver immersive experiences that meld the technical aspects of cybersecurity with the human elements of emotional resilience, using a proven system of preparedness, resilience, and readiness.
Being featured in “Hacking Gender Barriers: Europe’s Top Cyber Women” by the Women4Cyber foundation was a proud moment for me, highlighting my influence in the cybersecurity realm. Despite not being mathematically inclined, my passion for cultures and languages flourishes—I am fluent in Dutch, English, French, spoken Arabic, and have a good understanding of Italian and German.
My character strengths—creativity, kindness, bravery, social intelligence, perspective, humor, and curiosity—are what I bring to my mission of guiding you and your organization in developing emotional intelligence and cultivating resilient leadership. This mission ensures that you are equipped to adapt and excel amidst the digital age's challenges, maintaining strength under pressure.
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Guiding Star of Resilience
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At Thrive with EQ, we guide leadership through the digital era, focusing on resilience and emotional intelligence as pivotal to navigating cyber challenges on their digitization journey. Our mission goes beyond creating emotional firewalls; we transform behaviors and fortify cultures, equipping businesses with the skills to proactively counter cyber threats. By embedding emotional intelligence in our strategies, we not only protect data but also enhance human resilience and well-being, establishing these as foundational elements for a thriving digital future.
Our Core Values
Compassion
In a world of myriad choices, I anchor myself in compassion. Challenging times call for leadership that upholds humanity at its core, asserting that compassion is not a liability but a strength.
Bravery
Leading in tumultuous times demands the bravery to uphold what's right, not necessarily what's convenient. It is bravery that allows us to confront uncertainty and persist amidst unsettling change.
Excellence
Our pursuit is collaborative excellence with our clients, not just aiming for perfection. Together, we address your business performance dilemmas with our bespoke EQ toolkit.
Integrity
Respected leaders radiate trust and admiration through their unwavering integrity. An emotionally astute leader stands by doing what is right, especially when faced with adversity.
Transparency
The remedy to ambiguity is transparency. It is the bedrock upon which trust, credibility, and effective execution in our client relationships are built.
Humour
While we are committed to our mission, we don't forget to add a dash of light-heartedness. Our training is not only enriching but also enjoyable, ensuring our clients keep returning for more.
