hand-crafted solutions to build leadership readiness. Grounded in behavioural science. Focused on real-world application.

succession ADVISORY

Partnering with boards and management teams to enable a seamless transition to new leadership.

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team transformation

Integrated change journeys that deliver healthy dynamics and collective performance.

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leadership coaching

Bespoke coaching programmes to accelerate leadership impact, influence and performance.

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Leadership ASSESSMENT

Human-centric assessments that rigorously match leadership to strategic intent.

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ABOUT steve

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Steve van Zuylen brings over 25 years of international experience, preparing leaders and teams for the future. As a practitioner, he combines his extensive portfolio of client work with hands-on commercial experience, having successfully led consulting businesses through start-ups, scale-ups, and acquisitions.

Trusted by leaders globally, he is known for his tireless focus on impact, creativity and ability to navigate complex interpersonal dynamics with a healthy dose of humanity and humour.

About Van Zuylen Consulting

Testimonials

“Coaching with Steve stands out as the seminal leadership development intervention of my career.”

Mark Dearnley, Chief Digital & Technology Officer, HAYS

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“Steve brings authority, authenticity and experience. Meeting him was like meeting an old friend.”

Nick Kirk, CEO, PageGroup

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“Steve’s insight and knowledge of leadership assessment, development and c-suite succession planning is second to none.“

Jumoke Fagbemi, CHRO, Maple Leaf Foods Inc.

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“The work we did together was profoundly important for me in defining my purpose and leadership impact.”

Alex Reindler, CEO, Leifheit

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“Steve is very impressive and a wise and thoughtful counsel. He has great authenticity and knows his stuff.“

Mark Bourke, CEO, Novobanco

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“Steve has been an invaluable asset as a team coach to our Group Executive Board. He quickly earned the trust and respect of the entire team. 

Esther Roman, Group CHRO, Helvetia

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