Aleks Rutkowska
Executive Coach
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Aleksandra (Aleks) Rutkowska is a seasoned Organisational Effectiveness Practitioner with two decades of experience in HR leadership roles across Fortune 500 companies and diverse industries, including finance, hospitality, aviation, renewable energy, legal, sports, and retail. She has successfully navigated the complexities of both private and public sectors, leading transformation at global, regional, and local levels.
Aleks is passionate about mental fitness, team performance, and culture transformation. She helps leadership teams reimagine how they work, collaborate, and lead - especially during high-stakes transitions. Her unique edge lies in bridging elite sports and business to cultivate high-performing leadership cultures that last.
Throughout her career, Aleks has led geographically dispersed teams and spearheaded high-impact initiatives, including global leadership development programmes, post-merger integration, enterprise-wide transformations, global expansion, and people strategy execution. She has partnered with leaders from over 50 countries, worldwide gaining deep insight into what drives team performance across cultures.
Expertise
Executive Coaching
Team Coaching/Team Effectiveness
Peer Coaching
Mental Performance
Wellbeing
Systems Thinking
Leadership Presence
High Performing Teams
Mental Fitness
Growth Mindset
Executive Coaching
Team Coaching
Group/Peer Coaching
Emotional Intelligence
Human Systems Thinking
Change and Transition
Organisational Effectiveness
Psychological Safety and Trust
Sustainable Leadership
Certifications
Certified Coach (ICF standards)
Mental Trainer and Systems Thinking Trainer (Power+Systems)
Licensed practitioner for the psychometric assessments such as: Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) and Emotional Intelligence (EQi-2.0, EQ360)
NLP Practitioner. Team Coach certification in progress
Certified Coach (ICF standards)
Certified Team Coach (ICF standards)
Growth Mindset Facilitator (Growth Mindset Institute)
Systems Thinking Trainer (Power+Systems, Barry Oshry)
Mental Trainer
NLP Practitioner
Licensed practitioner for the following diagnostic tools:
Team Effectiveness & Performance (6 Team Conditions)
Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)
Emotional Intelligence (EQi-2.0, EQ360)
Growth Mindset Profiler
Why I Work
“In a world of rapid change, constant pressure, and competing priorities, it’s easy to confuse motion with progress, and urgency with effectiveness. My goal is to help leadership teams refocus on what truly matters: how they show up, make decisions, and lead together when it matters most - so they can create meaningful, lasting impact.”
Aleks Rutkowska
More About Me
Born and raised in Poland, I’ve lived and worked in the US and the UK. In 2018, my family and I relocated to the Netherlands as part of the career progression. While the move was exciting and full of opportunity, it also brought challenges that required adaptability and perspective.
In 2021, I took the leap into solopreneurship - launching my business in a foreign country during a global pandemic. The experience tested my resilience, forced me to evolve, and sparked deep personal and professional growth. Through conversations with seasoned entrepreneurs, self-reflection, and bold experimentation, I’ve shaped a path that reflects who I am and the value I bring.
Today, I partner with senior leadership teams who aspire to become elite in how they collaborate, decide, and lead as a force for good.
I hold a Team Coaching Diploma and am a Certified Coach, both with ICF-aligned credentials. I’m also an accredited Growth Mindset and Systems Thinking practitioner. My academic background includes postgraduate studies in Leadership Psychology and Human Resources Management, an MSc in Business Commerce, and a BSc in Hospitality Management.
I’m bilingual - fluent in English and Polish.
When I’m Not Working …
Known for my curiosity and drive for growth, I bring this energy to my work and my personal life - whether it’s long-distance running in nature, cold water swimming, or cheering on my sons as they pursue their passions. I start most days with a long walk with our two dogs, which grounds and energises me. I care deeply about being a force for good and strive to live responsibly in support of a more sustainable future.
Our favourite family rituals include movie evenings, outdoor adventures, exploring new places, and enjoying sushi or Italian food. I love reading, listening to podcasts, and connecting with people to hear their stories - which I always find fascinating.