Carola Hieker is a distinguished coach and change management consultant with over 28 years of experience, primarily in the financial and professional services sectors. Her expertise as a trained banker and business psychologist enables her to adeptly guide organizations through transformative processes.
In addition to her consulting work, Professor Hieker holds several academic positions. She is an Honorary Professor for Transformation Leadership at University College London (UCL), a Professor for Organisational Behavior at the American University in London, and an Adjunct Professor for Organisational Behavior and Leadership at John Cabot University.
Professor Hieker's academic journey includes a Diplom-Psychologin (equivalent to an M.A. in Psychology) and a Dr. Phil (equivalent to a Ph.D. in Psychology). She also holds a Diploma in Systemic Management from Birbeck University, is an Ashridge Certified Supervisor at the Master level, and a Senior Fellow in Higher Education (SFHE). Additionally, she is certified in a range of diagnostics and psychometrics to support leadership development.
Her research interests are focused on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) issues, diversity, and leadership. She is a prolific author, contributing to numerous journals and books on topics such as leadership, coaching, diversity, and mentoring. She is also a regular speaker at conferences, sharing her insights and expertise with a broader audience.