Jeff is a Chinese-speaking executive coach for over 20 years and also a dialogue facilitator and coach’s coach. He has lived in Asia for over 30 years.  His interest in helping organizations develop the potential of senior leaders has led him to focus his career in this area, with a particular emphasis on helping leaders learn to disagree productively.

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Professional and leadership experience

Jeff’s 15 years of experience in the technology and human capital consulting industries includes functional specialization in business development and in talent assessment, development, and transition.  Previous corporate associations include Hewlett Packard, Cincinnati Bell Information Systems, and Russell Reynolds Associates, with assignments in Tokyo and Hong Kong.  Jeff founded the Shanghai Coaches’ Learning Group in 2008, and is also a founding member of what is now called the Hong Kong International Coaching Community. 

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Board experience

Former board member of CoachActivism, an NGO focused on supporting volunteers working in refugee camps in Greece and elsewhere in Europe;  current board member and Vice President of the Rotary Club of Shanghai .​

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Education and professional training

Jeff holds a Bachelor of Arts from The Ohio State University and Juris Doctor from the University of Cincinnati College of Law.

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Coaching expertise, experience & enthusiasms

Jeff brings a light-hearted and easy-to-talk-to style to his interactions with clients while maintaining a focus on supporting their progress. He specialises in conflict transformation and collaboration. 

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Personal life and interests

Jeff brings a light-hearted and easy-to-talk-to style to his interactions with clients while maintaining a focus on supporting their progress. Beyond his professional life, as a spouse and father, Jeff volunteers with a mental health hotline and is an avid Tai Chi practitioner.