Joël Vuadens-Chan

Joël Vuadens‑Chan is an international leadership strategist, executive coach, and award‑winning facilitator with more than 36 years of corporate experience across banking, aviation, IT, insurance, and education. Before founding the Swiss Leaders Group — a global organisation dedicated to leadership, communication, and sales development — he served as Sales Director and member of the Executive Board of a Swiss insurance company.

His career spans Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, where he has coached senior leaders, guided multicultural teams, and supported organisations navigating complexity, transformation, and cross‑cultural collaboration. Known for his ethical leadership, clarity of thought, and ability to translate complex ideas into practical action, Joël equips leaders to build trust, strengthen influence, and create meaningful impact.

In addition to his corporate and entrepreneurial work, Joël has contributed extensively to the non‑profit sector. He served as National Transformation Coordinator for Equip Leadership and has supported organisations in Switzerland, the UK, and Malaysia, his wife’s home country.

Joël is a sought‑after speaker, panelist, and webinar host on global platforms, including the extended World Economic Forum conference in Davos. He lectures and facilitates programmes for institutions such as MIT Professional Education, Regent’s University London, and Swiss Business School. His teaching integrates behavioural science, leadership psychology, and human‑centred facilitation to help leaders communicate with clarity, collaborate effectively, and lead with integrity.

Fluent in English, French, and German, Joël brings a global perspective shaped by decades of multicultural experience. He is recognised for his ability to build trust across cultures, inspire purposeful leadership, and empower individuals and teams to perform at their best.