Sonal is an executive coach and workshop facilitator known for her wild curiosity, ability to connect quickly with people and bring clarity to the space. Her areas of focus include Leadership Development, Inclusive Leadership, Resilience, Team Effectiveness and Conflict Management. Sonal challenges her clients to debunk their self-limiting beliefs and assumptions and to step out of their comfort zones. Sonal’s clients value the combination of her easy-going and direct approach.

Born in the UK and raised in Canada, Sonal is the daughter of Indian immigrants who grew up in East Africa. The blend of these worlds sparked a deep appreciation and interest in different cultures. Sonal’s professional journey began in healthcare as a community pharmacist over two decades ago. Prior to transitioning to executive coaching and facilitating leadership development programs, she spent 14 years in increasingly senior roles in sales, marketing, and strategy at Eli Lilly and AstraZeneca. In addition to running her own coaching and training company now, Sonal is a faculty member at The Co-Active Training Institute (CTI), where she trains new coaches across the globe.

Sonal has worked with senior leaders in healthcare and pharmaceuticals (Merck, Boehringer Ingelheim, Bayer, Novo Nordisk, J&J, Elvium Life Sciences, Eli Lilly, Gilead), technology (Microsoft, GitHub), oil and gas (Enbridge), automotive (Subaru of America), financial services (Edward Jones, KPMG), retail (Macy’s, Gap, Oceans Apart), and education (Humber College).