"Regardless of my state of mind or the things I brought up, you always had the patience and tolerance to coach me through it."

What changed for you as a result of this coaching experience?
The most noticeable change has been to the level of confidence which your coaching has played a great part in developing. I have also increased the trust in my abilities as a leader and people manager. It has also been important to understand and learn more about what type of leader I want to be and how I show that in actions and behaviours.

How would you describe my coaching style?
Supportive! You truly provided a safe space where I felt I could be honest to both myself and also to you. Regardless of my state of mind or the things I brought up you always had the patience and tolerance to coach me through it. I'm impressed about your insightful ways and how you always are able to ask the questions to help me process my thoughts and find the paths forward.

Kirsten B, Head of global labeling strategy

"Your way of questioning feels supportive rather than confrontational, creating a space where one can reflect honestly and openly".

What changed for you as a result of this coaching experience?
I feel more at ease in my role as a leader. While I still occasionally question whether I’m truly the right person for the position, those moments are less frequent and come with less self‑doubt than before. Overall, I would say the biggest change has been an increase in my confidence.

How would you describe my coaching style?
You once described your style as ‘gently challenging,’ and I think that captures it perfectly. You consistently hold up a thoughtful mirror, inviting the person being coached to pause and ask themselves, ‘Is that really so?’, all without ever coming across as dismissive or patronizing. Your way of questioning feels supportive rather than confrontational, creating a space where one can reflect honestly and openly.

Linda c, Head of Global regulatory compliance

“Working on a project with Charmaine allowed me to expand my knowledge, to grow and develop my leadership skills. I wish I met her earlier, and I hope our paths will cross again soon.”

I had the pleasure to work with Charmaine in my new role at Sobi and she is just incredible: strong Regulatory Affairs and business expertise accompanied by a great personality, able to transform any teams or projects in a success!

Her communication and coaching skills are unique and her willingness to support and develop others is outstanding. She would be a great mentor to any leader (executive level, seasoned, new leader or leader-to-be) in any organization.

I highly recommend Charmaine since she can guide leaders in becoming better people leaders, helping them to focus on their strengths and unlock their potential.

Working on a project with her allowed me to expand my knowledge, to grow and develop my leadership skills. I wish I met her earlier, and I hope our paths will cross again soon.

Annalisa G, HEAD OF REGULATORY BUSINESS OPERATIONS

“Charmaine played a key role during employee consultation processes and also supported many employees in her mentoring role.”

I had the pleasure of working with Charmaine at Shire. Charmaine is a very knowledgeable and talented leader with great depth of knowledge in the regulatory area. Charmaine is very dedicated and a committed leader who can lead cross functional teams across various geographical locations.

Charmaine has a passion for systems and has always got involved in various site and diversity & inclusion initiatives. Charmaine and I led the woman’s forum, Charmaine was instrumental in kicking this off and maintaining the momentum for this employee resource group. Charmaine played a key role during employee consultation processes and also supported many employees in her mentoring role. Charmaine based on her leadership and transferable skills would be an assets to any Pharmaceutical Company. 

Raj B, senior director

“Charmaine was an inspiration and role model, with an authentic and trusting style. She allowed me to work independently but at the same time was available to exchange ideas.”

Charmaine was my manager for over two years while she was heading the R&D Regional center in Europe for Takeda. She has a fantastic talent in developing and coaching others. She was an inspiration and role model, with an authentic and trusting style. She allowed me to work independently but at the same time was available to exchange ideas.

When we drafted the first strategy for the regional center, she provided great insights on how to build our vision and which initiatives would add more value. She has strong and natural leadership skills, thus gaining respect from all colleagues who interacted with her in R&D and other functions. She set the foundations for a new R&D regional center, building a strong community and enabling strong connections with key stakeholders. She volunteered a lot of her time to mentor other colleagues at different levels of the organization. She is dedicated to increase diversity and inclusion in the company and sponsored many employees resource groups. I would love to work with her again.

Barbara M, Strategy & Business Operations Lead

“Charmaine is a self-motivated and fearless leader. Her style is a no-nonsense and focused but she never forgets the needs of the individual.”

Charmaine is a self-motivated and fearless leader. She can empower and inspire team members and take responsibility for their performance. She engages with global colleagues to promote diversity as well as encouraging skill growth and educational programmes for personal development.

She is an effective communicator delivering information with confidence and conviction. Her style is a no-nonsense and focused but she never forgets the needs of the individual. She possesses a curiosity to get to the bottom of things and solve problems to ‘find an answer’. A multi-tasker who can delegate as well as create highly effective, cohesive and connected teams.

Sue W, Head of Regulatory Operations, Process Excellence & Compliance

“Charmaine's brilliance, energy and diligence was an inspiration to the team and I know I am a better leader in no small thanks to you.”

Lotanna E, senior director