Silke Thompson

Silke Thompson has extensive work experience in leadership development, coaching, and consultancy. Silke currently serves as a Client Engagement Director at the Center for Creative Leadership, a nonprofit organization specializing in leadership development. Prior to this role, they were a Faculty Member at Coach U and Corporate Coach U, where they provided comprehensive coach training programs.

In 2004, Silke founded their own coaching company, focusing on cross-cultural coaching and mentorship. Silke has also held various leadership positions, including the role of European Coaching & Development Manager at MSX International, where they were responsible for driving customer experience and dealership performance for Ford.

Throughout their career, Silke has demonstrated expertise in business development, sales, performance management, efficiency, and results. Silke has a strong background in talent management, employee-customer engagement, and driving collaboration across departments.

Silke's prior experience includes roles as a Freelance Consultant and Co-owner at Textile Management Consultancy, Director of NET EXPAT Germany, and Product Business Development Manager at Burlington Industries Inc. and Textile Designer/Merchandising Manager at Kenco Industries Inc.

Overall, Silke Thompson brings a wealth of experience in leadership, coaching, and business development to their current role at the Center for Creative Leadership.

Silke Thompson holds an MBA (summa cum laude) degree in Master of Business Administration from EU Business School Munich/Geneva, which they obtained between 1998 and 2000. Silke also pursued an Advanced Corporate Coaching Program at CoachU Europe from 2008 to 2010. In the field of fashion, Silke completed a Master Level program in Fashion Marketing/Design with a specialization in Textile, Apparel & Haute Couture at Institut Francais de la Mode, Paris France between 1990 and 1991. Prior to that, they obtained a Fashion Design degree from ESMOD, Paris France from 1988 to 1990. Additionally, Silke attended Frh.v. Stein Gymnasium, although the exact dates and details of their education there are not provided. Silke has also obtained several certifications, including CSA Accredited Supervisor from Coaching Supervision Academy Ltd (to be acquired in 2023), and Master Certified Coach (MCC) from the International Coaching Federation in June 2021.