Sagan Rossi - Authentic Executive and Leadership Coach – Balance-focused Business Coach – Compassion-focused Life Coach
Bio
My goal is to provide a safe space for exploring your values, clarifying your goals, and developing the courage to act on what truly matters to you. Whatever you wish to accomplish, I fully believe that you have all the answers within you. As your coach, I'll be beside you, supporting you to unlock the insights and potential you have to meet your goals.
My top 5 character strengths are love, curiosity, leadership, kindness, and bravery. I strive to use these in a balanced way to be the best-possible thinking partner for you. I have an eclectic approach to coaching – meaning I draw from a diverse range of tools and coaching and psychology-based frameworks. That means your coaching "program" is entirely bespoke to you and designed by partnering together with you. My priorities are to be present, listen actively and empathetically, and ask the right type of questions to evoke new insights about yourself and your situations.
I'm parent to three children, have dual American and Finnish citizenship, and currently live outside Helsinki. Backed by 20 years experience in marketing, brand, and communications, I started coaching in 2019 when I became the manager of seven talented marketers. In 2024, I decided to fully pursue my passion for coaching.
I'm a Certified Professional Executive Coach through the Henley School of Business (University of Reading, UK), and member of EMCC (European Mentoring and Coaching Council).
My ideal clients:
***Executives, founders, and leaders that strive for continuous personal development and are looking to be authentic, innovation-focused, servant leaders. I especially enjoy working with diverse and inclusive leaders that aren't afraid to challenge the norm, lead with integrity, and be true to themselves as well as others. I can also help you with building and executing on your personal brand! Ask me for more details!
***Professionals devoted to self improvement or are looking to make a bold changes in their lives of careers.
***Individuals, caregivers, and retirees who are feeling stuck, bored, or dissatisfied with some aspect of their life or facing a big decision, but don't know where to start making new things happen.
I’m looking forward to being a part of your growth journey – and for you to be a part of mine!
Sagan RossiCertified
As your sparring partner, we co-create a safe space to explore your challenges, and reflect on your values, actions, and relationships. Whether you’re empowering your team, fostering innovation, or seeking clarity amid the noise – we’ll build a leadership approach that is true to who you are.
Experience
I have 20+ years experience in marketing, brand, and communications. I started coaching in 2019 when I joined the executive team of a global tech company headquartered in Finland. I served as VP Marketing for nearly 5 years, coaching and leading a team of 7 talented marketers amongst many others in our company from software engineers to HR folks. In 2024, I decided to fully pursue my passion for coaching.
I am a Certified Professional Executive Coach through the Henley School of Business (University of Reading, UK), and member of EMCC (European Mentoring and Coaching Community) and ICF (International Coaching Federation). I'm currently working on EIA Foundations level accreditation with the EMCC and hope to complete by Spring 2025.
In addition to paid clients, I'm a volunteer coach for the Herizon Community, a Finnish nonprofit founded with a mission of employing all the international talents in the region in the most impactful, cost-efficient, and sustainable way.
I have DEI and anti-racism training, and welcome adults of all ages, abilities, cultures, and genders. LGBTQIA2S-friendly.
Reviews
Looking for a coach who truly understands your journey and helps you unlock your potential? ✨ Sagan doesn’t just listen patiently, they dive deep into your worries, fears, strengths, and goals, helping you overcome challenges in the most meaningful way, which is helpful for you both in your personal and professional life. I wholeheartedly recommend Sagan to anyone looking for a coach who genuinely cares and is dedicated to helping you achieve your best self! – Sonia A.
I had 2 sessions with Sagan, both were professionally built and the conversation had a great flow. I always felt safe to share anything during our conversations and Sagan always found the perfect questions that led me to the right direction. 100% would recommend them to anyone! :) – Dorka
Meeting regularly with Sagan helped me to explore my career's ambitions, but also to reflect upon what priorities should lead my life. Their questions pushed me to think deeply about my core values and their remarks helped me clarify my ideas. I would recommend them with pleasure. – Noémie H.
It was my first experience of working with a coach and I'm grateful that it was a really good one. I appreciate Sagan's efforts and ability to create a supportive space where I could safely share my thoughts, ideas, frustrations, and experiences. Sagan also asked questions that helped me to see things from a different angle, to see my potential, and to overcome some of my fears. – Anna V.