France
Bridget Temple
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tel: +33 (0)4 50 54 22 01
mobile: +33 (0)6 08 68 25 60
I am passionate about life long learning. This is why I chose education and development as a profession way back in 1990 and continue to add to and refine what I do. It is also why we chose the name Snowball: to suggest growing from something small into something really big that can keep on getting bigger and bigger. This is important not only for me, but the people I work with, who are in turn inspired to make a difference in their lives. I am proud that I am still working with some of my first clients.
In 1997, I teamed up with Ulrike to maximise our complementary skills. It is always our aim at Snowball to give participants practical, relevant tools to help tackle everyday, work-related issues and we are flexible in our approach. My particular focus is on leadership, people management skills, transitions, coaching, creativity and presentation. I work with both groups and individuals.
Since graduating, I have lived in the Middle East, Switzerland, Holland, Germany and now France . My work has taken me much further afield – to the Far East, South and Central America, India and Bangladesh, North and South Africa as well as all over Europe . Although I am English, I prefer to see myself as European. I speak French, German, Dutch and Spanish, and I remain fascinated by how different people and cultures communicate.
I graduated from Durham University in the UK in 1981, where I studied French and German literature. After that I did an RSA teaching qualification. I am also qualified to use psychometric tests such as the Myers Briggs Type Indicator and am an NLP practitioner and ICF certified coach. I currently live in Chamonix, France , where I indulge my passion for mountains.
Bernadette Monballiu
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Individuals are full of resources, abilities and strengths. In my profession as a trainer and consultant, I really appreciate having the opportunity to help people develop their personal qualities and to adapt them to business expectations.
During my studies as a foreign student in Germany, I was fortunate to work in adult education where I discovered my talent for training. Motivating people, awakening their enthusiasm for learning and creating a positive working atmosphere are among the reasons why participants enjoy my workshops. During my interventions, I focus on participants’ goals and how habits can be modified in order to reach them.
I gained tremendous professional experience with LTU (Lufttransport Unternehmen) between 1986 and 1997 working in different areas of the airline business. I became convinced of the importance of communication skills in gaining customer satisfaction, business goals and personal success. Due to my pedagogical background, I also worked as a team leader, coach and trainer before I finally left the airline business to start working independently with different international training companies including AchieveGlobal International, Transvu and Aureka.
I focus my training in the areas where I have personal professional experience such as leadership and team development, customer service and communication, as this is where I feel I can really add value.
I studied languages and adult education in Germany and graduated with a Master of Arts degree.
I live in Düsseldorf with my family and conduct workshops throughout Europe in German, English and in my mother tongue, French.
Laurence Treille 
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For years, I have been passionate about people and the impact of their communication. The quality of how people interact with themselves and others has played an important part in my career.
I have been working as an executive coach, shadow coach and trainer since 2001. I have also developed and delivered many custom-tailored courses on leadership, management, transition and communication-related subjects mainly in Luxury, Medical, IT, FMCG sectors and banking. I also teach coaching, and intervene in corporate MBA programs.
Focusing on empowering people to realise sustainable results, I help clients increase the impact of their communication, gain more influence, overcome unhelpful habits and develop effective management practices. I aim to create relationships of trust with my clients and to facilitate their development with ease and passion.
I believe that self-awareness is the key for development and performance. To this end I assess people before a training to help them know where they are, and afterwards to measure to what extent they have implemented what they have learnt. I have advised several companies on determining new hires, promotions and bonuses using different tools such as 360, Lab Profile, interviews and role plays. I spend time during workshops analysing how participants will use what they have learnt in the future, and, if needed, how they can adapt their new knowledge to their environment, personality and specific issues.
Prior to becoming a talent developer, I have had over eight years' international managerial experience in companies and organisations. As a lawyer with a MA in risk management, I used to work on managing the flow of information, knowledge management and sensitive information. I have always been interested in how information reaches people and even more now in this world of change and new technology. This is one of the reasons why I also work with virtual teams to help them to communicate and function well.
I describe myself as inspiring, creative and open-minded. I believe I have an engaging personality and I enjoy theatre and acting. After having left my home in France, I lived in several countries in Europe and Asia. I am now based in Geneva, Switzerland, where I enjoy nature: sailing in summer and skiing in winter.
Alexander Wurz
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I’ m lucky as my passion is also my work – sharing my knowledge and enthusiasm with others. Having relocated 7 times myself - 4 times internationally – and having done business in some 35 countries, I know how important communication is and how a lack of good communication can block important business deals.
Before becoming a consultant, I was the Europe & Middle East Director for Berlitz Cultural Consulting (Paris) for 6 years. I was responsible for growing the business throughout the region and for developing the trainer network and training content.
As an expert in international management, I have devised and managed a large number of intercultural consulting and training projects throughout Europe for multinational companies. My clients say that my enthusiasm mixed with my business experience, interactive approach and humour make my workshops special.
I provide customised training and facilitation in global diversity, intercultural management, global leadership and multicultural teambuilding.
I have an International Business Studies diploma (HTW Dresden and ESC Lille/France). I also have a degree in psychology and therapy and am certified to use psychometric tools such as DISC. In 2009, I completed a course in Dynamic Facilitation and Wisdom Council.
Having spent 10 years in France, I now live in Frankfurt with my French spouse. When I am not working I like to travel, walk, play golf and generally enjoy life.
I facilitate and train in German, French and English throughout Europe.
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