Every executive committee has untapped resources. If identified and nurtured, these resources will enable each leader and their respective teams to foster a process of collective intelligence and generate a high level of added value compared to other competitors in the market. A sparring partner will bring measurable and lasting benefits to large organisations and the individuals within them.
Background and Experience
Raphaël is Praesta France CEO and an independent board member for various companies. He has a dual French and Polish background and completed his studies, particularly in human resources, at ESSEC. He initially worked in the business services sector in commercial management roles before joining French and British executive search firms. After several years in executive search, holding management positions, he decided to create his own executive search firm in Paris. Working closely with executive committees, he has helped the largest companies find the best leaders on the market. Drawing on this experience, Raphaël became deeply convinced that he could go even further in supporting businesses in their quest for performance. Thus, he sought to professionalise his approach to supporting leaders by training in coaching, acquiring processes that enable leaders to push beyond their limits, increase their added value, and achieve new results, sustainably rooted in time. He is a former president of ICF France, a PCC-certified coach by the ICF (International Coaching Federation), and a supervisor of professional coaches. Passionate about sports, Raphaël is also a marathon runner and tennis player.
Experience as a Sparring Partner
Raphaël supports both individual leaders and teams through collective processes. His has an approach of a sparring partner, assisting leaders in their day-to-day roles as well as in strategic and operational decision-making. His professional background as the founder and CEO of several firms has given him the opportunity to work closely with numerous leaders and executive committees. This experience allows him, in his role as a sparring partner, to have a deep understanding of the situations and daily challenges faced by leaders and their respective teams.
Education
- ICF France – Past President
- Supervisor of Professional Coaches
- ICF Certified Professional Coach – PCC
- International Mozaïk – Master of Business Coaching & Supervisor Training
- Member of PSF (Professional Supervisors Federation)
- ESSEC – Human Resources
- SciencesPo Paris – IFA – Board Member Certificate
