Hi, I'm Lizel

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From navigating the high seas of a multinational shipping company to steering the course at Strong Foundation, my professional path has been anything but predictable. But it’s my personal journey—the deep, often messy, human experience—that has truly shaped the work I do today.

With over 15 years of experience as a coach and leadership development facilitator, I’ve walked alongside individuals and teams across industries, helping them navigate change, grow in self-awareness, and lead with intention. But what fuels my passion isn’t just theory or frameworks—it’s the lived experience of what it means to struggle, break open, and grow.

One of my greatest turning points came not in a boardroom, but in my bathroom—mid-argument, mid-tears, mid-marriage and life crisis... That moment, staring at myself in the mirror, I realised something profound: I could choose my perspective. I could choose connection over control. And that realisation became a ripple effect—not only saving my marriage but also opening up a new way of being. It didn’t fix everything, but it changed me. And that changed everything else.

Like so many of us, my life has included chapters of trauma and healing and the weight of silent battles I carried for years thinking something was wrong with me. What I know now is—there was never anything “wrong.” Life is just incredibly layered, and figuring it out is hard… but possible. And no one should have to do it alone.

I believe our growth is a lot like that of a plant—pushing through hard layers, reaching for light, and learning to thrive even when the conditions aren’t ideal. It’s not about how things look above the surface, but what’s growing in the root system. That’s where the strength lives. That’s where transformation begins.

So, whether you’re facing a personal crossroads, navigating leadership challenges, or just tired of the internal tug-of-war, I’m here to help you find your footing—and move forward—with heart, humour, and hard-won hope.