Gerrit Pelzer – Executive Coach & Leadership Coach

“I support leaders in creating the conditions in which people can be their best.”

I am Gerrit Pelzer, Executive Coach and Coach Supervisor. At the heart of my work is a deep understanding of human behaviour in organisations and how the brain and mind function.

I support leaders in their development with a systemic coaching approach that uniquely combines the latest insights from applied neuroscience with the timeless wisdom of Asian traditions.

My executive coaching focuses on what truly matters: you. Who you are and how you want to lead. Because who you are is how you lead.

In our coaching, we work on overcoming internal obstacles, building productive relationships, and creating the conditions under which both you and your team can perform at your best.

With 14 years of international executive coaching experience and over a decade in senior roles in Europe and Asia, I understand the complex challenges today’s leaders are facing. On an equal footing, we develop practical and pragmatic steps to help you reach your goals quickly—without burning out.

My clients particularly appreciate my ability to understand complex situations and my ability to listen without judgment and with empathy. Ultimately, beyond all technical expertise, it is trust and the personal relationship that make sustainable growth possible.

Testimonials

I was fortunate to follow a 6-month leadership programme with Gerrit, following a promotion at work. I honestly did not know what to expect from such a programme, as that was a first for me. Could anything change or happen in 6 months? Well, I was not disappointed! Thanks to his great listening skills and his capacity to ask the right questions, as well as the many insightful leadership resources he shared with me, Gerrit gave me the tools to boost my confidence level and trust myself more, whilst providing great suggestions to improve on necessary leadership skills.Three things I particularly appreciated in this collaboration are: - Gerrit's holistic approach to leadership, from the neuroscience aspect of it to the conceptual and psychological aspects of it- His capacity to adapt to what his interlocutor needs in terms of coaching and support- His capacity to be down-to-earth and practical while being caring at the same timeI found a really humane person in Gerrit and it was an absolute pleasure working with him. Even just 6 months of his programme is a real inner adventure and I cannot recommend it enough!

The Executive Coaching journey I have experienced with Dr. Gerrit has played an important part in the transition period from Senior Leadership to Executive Leadership and can be directly linked to my transition from my SVP role to the COO role with Anantara Vacation Club. Although I consider myself to be self aware, as an introvert in a leadership role it was not always easy to find ways to articulate my thoughts publicly. Dr. Gerrit's style and our coaching sessions helped me focus on the key points and his suggested reading, development tools and public speaking key notes have all contributed to current role and the comfort level I have in it. It is one thing to know the areas you need to work on and another thing to have someone like Dr. Gerrit there to help you work on them and through them. I would recommend anyone looking to increase their effectiveness both as an Executive Leader and focus on self development to consider the investment into the coaching services of Dr. Gerrit.

Gerrit and I worked together for three years during which time he was my executive coach. The coaching experience was transformative for me on a personal and professional level.He helped me to bring out skills and abilities which were hidden deep within. With Gerrit's help, I was able to practice and hone those skills to proficient levels. I am grateful to have worked with Gerrit, and I now look forward to other opportunities to remain engaged with him going forward.Walt PerezManaging Director (Retired), Chevron's China Business Unit

The coaching journey I've completed with Dr. Gerrit will be remembered as a pivotal moment in my career and life.Dr. Gerrit background as an executive himself helps him relate to the challenges of todays's leaders.The 10.000+ hours of coaching experience and his empathetic attitude allow for an effortless and smooth coaching conversation.Oh, and his passion for neuroscience came to help when I was trying to understand how my brain was framing a topic or an emotion.Dr. Gerrit will help you becoming a better version of yourself, with such a fluid and gentle style that you'll be surprised when you'll arrive there.

“Bring your best, most authentic self to your coaching” is a phrase that I would use to describe my experience with Gerrit Pelzer as my coach supervisor. For the past several months, I worked with Gerrit as my coach supervisor and discovered that Gerrit’s approach to coach supervision was more than just upgrading skills. Through valuable perspectives and insights, Gerrit focused on the most important coaching tool—showing up as your best, most authentic self. As a reader, I also greatly appreciated the many articles and other resources that Gerrit shared with me that complemented and built on our coaching discussions. Working with Gerrit has deepened my self-awareness as a coach, and consequentially, has taken my coaching to a different level. I look forward to continuing to work with Gerrit and highly recommend him!

Would you like to learn more and find out if coaching is right for you? I warmly invite you to a introductory conversation without any obligation. Just send me an email at gerrit@gerritpelzer.com to schedule a call.

Focus Areas of my Executive Coaching:

Leadership Transitions: I help you establish yourself quickly in new roles, focus on what truly matters, and achieve the right results swiftly.
Executive Presence & Perception Management: Learn how others perceive you and how you can positively influence that perception.
Personal Growth: I support you in overcoming internal obstacles and breaking unproductive habits and behavior patterns, allowing you to fully realize your potential.
Motivation & Engagement: We create the conditions under which both you and your team can be their best.
Finding Balance: Together, we develop strategies to integrate your core personal values into your work and give other essential aspects of your life the space they deserve.

Certificates & Qualifications

Professional Certified Coach (International Coaching Federation, ICF)
Oxford-Brookes-Certified Coach Supervisor
Various Trainings in Applied Neuroscience for Coaching
Certified in Hogan Assessments, Myers-Briggs Type Indicator® und numerous 360-Degree Feedback Instruments (e.g., LVI, KF360, Hogan)
Doctoral Degree in Natural Sciences and Master’s Degree in Chemistry, RWTH Aachen University, Germany

Other Activities & Initiatives

Former Vice President and Founding Member of the ICF Bangkok Chapter
Founding Partner of The ION Partnership (International Organisational Neuroscience)
Co-Host of Second Crack − The Leadership Podcast
Adjunct Professor of Leadership, Executive MBA Course, Institute for Management, Salzburg, Austria