Nadine Schwarz
Verified Expert in Executive Coaching
Executive Coach
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Toptal member since August 2, 2024
Nadine is a distinguished executive and team coach, certified as an ICF Business Coach (Level PCC). She has led her own coaching firm since 2019, specializing in elevating leadership and team dynamics. With over 15 years of corporate experience, her background includes senior project management, Agile coaching, and corporate training. Nadine provides strategic, impactful coaching solutions for business transformation.
Project Highlights
Expertise
- Agile Coaching
- Business Coaching
- Communication Coaching
- Employee Coaching
- Executive Coaching
- Leadership Coaching
- Productivity Coaching
- Team Coaching
Work Experience
Agile Coach I Transformational Coach
Holistic Elements
- Founded Holistic Elements, bringing the coaching business from Germany to the world.
- Provided consultation and coaching services for companies transitioning to the Agile methodology, finding a suitable approach for their needs.
- Delivered a presentation on Agile leadership to a crowd of 200 individuals at Intel.
Agile Coach
Die Transformerin
- Founded my own coaching business and worked with many large corporate clients such as Intel, Allianz, TRUMPF, and Rommelag.
- Helped companies implement an Agile mindset and find their suitable business structure.
- Coached various leaders on the Agile mindset, giving them valuable tools to scale their businesses.
Agile Coach
dm-drogerie markt GmbH
- Implemented Agile frameworks into various company divisions, including HR, IT, and marketing teams.
- Helped teams migrate from Scrum to the Kanban approach.
- Formed a separate Agile coaching team with four other colleagues to work cross-functionally across the organization.
- Trained people in the Agile methodology through Kanban, Scrum, and Agile training sessions.
Agile Coach | Project Manager | Scrum Master
EnBW
- Joined the company as an assistant project manager, became an IT project manager, and ran direct IT projects, including implementing a new quality management system and developing the company website.
- Worked as a scrum master and Agile coach for multiple company projects. These projects ranged from a smart home app development project to a B2B CRM system with 13 parallel development teams.
- Offered Agile coaching for the electromobility portfolio, bringing 120 people together to work cross-functionally on the team's vision.
Project History
Employee Coaching for Rommelag
Successfully provided career coaching to Rommelag employees, enabling them to gain clarity on their career paths, boost confidence, and take actionable steps toward their professional goals.
I facilitated self-discovery and clarity through one-on-one coaching sessions, enabling employees to understand their strengths, weaknesses, and career objectives. Additionally, I implemented strategies to enhance their confidence and decision-making skills, empowering them to take proactive steps toward their career advancement. My approach included various coaching techniques and tools to foster personal and professional growth.
The outcome was a more motivated and self-assured workforce with the knowledge and confidence to navigate their career paths effectively. This initiative benefited the employees individually and contributed to the overall organizational development of the company by fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.
Agile Coaching for TRUMPF
Successfully coached TRUMPF's teams to adopt the Agile methodology, significantly enhancing their structure and efficiency and fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
By promoting a continuous learning and improvement culture, I empowered team members to regularly assess and refine their practices, fostering an environment of ongoing development and innovation. My coaching extended beyond processes and tools; I focused on enhancing team dynamics, communication, and collaboration, ensuring each team could operate at its highest potential.
The impact of my work was evident in improved project outcomes, higher-quality deliverables, and increased team satisfaction and engagement. My efforts contributed to TRUMPF's ability to remain competitive and responsive in a rapidly changing market, driving both individual and organizational growth.
Agile Transformation Coaching for Allianz
Led the successful Agile transformation of Allianz's life insurance department, coaching teams and leaders to adopt Agile and enhance efficiency, collaboration, and leadership effectiveness.
My coaching extended to leadership, guiding managers and executives in adopting empowerment, transparency, and adaptability principles. Additionally, I restructured the leadership framework to improve clarity and efficiency. By mentoring team members and leaders, I empowered them to take ownership of their roles and drive the transformation forward.
The results were significant: improved operational efficiency, enhanced team performance, and a more cohesive workforce. This transformation optimized service delivery and positioned Allianz for long-term success, demonstrating the value of Agile methodologies in a traditionally structured environment.
Education
Master's Degree in International Event Management
University of Brighton - Brighton, United Kingdom
Bachelor's Degree in International Management
University of Applied Sciences - Karlsruhe, Germany
Certifications
Professional Certified Coach (PCC)
International Coaching Federation (ICF)
Business Coach
Cologne Chamber of Industry and Commerce
GPM-IPMA Certified Senior Project Manager – Level B
International Project Management Association (IPMA)
Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO)
Scrum Alliance
Certified Scrum Master (CSM)
Scrum Alliance
Skills
Executive Coaching
Business Coaching, Team Coaching, Leadership Coaching, Virtual Coaching, Corporate Coaching, Employee Coaching, Executive Coaching, Time Management Coaching, Communication Coaching, Productivity Coaching, CEO Coaching, Emotional Intelligence Coaching, Business Leadership Coaching, Creativity Coaching, Entrepreneurship Coaching, Management Coaching, Small Business Coaching, Soft Skills Coaching, Transition Coaching, Presentation Coaching
Platforms & Tools
Miro, Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Jira
Other
Agile Coaching, Project Management, Scrum, Training, Coaching, Marketing, Business Development, Event Organization
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