Award Given:
NB Networks: Global Leadership Impact Award in London of 2025
It is with great honor that we announce Niels Brabandt, a global authority in Sustainable Leadership and the Owner & Founder of NB Networks, as the recipient of the Global Leadership Impact Award in London for 2025.
This prestigious award recognizes Niels for his outstanding contribution to the advancement of ethical and sustainable leadership practices, which have made a profound impact across industries worldwide.
A Visionary Approach to Leadership
Niels Brabandt is a global authority in Sustainable Leadership, offering transformational guidance to leaders, organizations, and businesses worldwide. With over two decades of expertise in executive coaching, leadership consulting, and organizational transformation, Niels has helped countless businesses embrace a leadership style grounded in values, ethics, and long-term vision.

Headquartered in Zurich (Switzerland) and London (United Kingdom), Niels' influence spans across Europe, North America, and beyond, catering to a diverse range of clients, from high-growth startups to global corporations and government agencies. Niels' approach goes beyond solving today’s challenges—he’s about creating leadership cultures that foster trust, collaboration, and sustainability, the building blocks of long-lasting success.
Commitment to Sustainable Leadership
The core of Niels Brabandt’s philosophy is Sustainable Leadership, which emphasizes ethical decision-making, responsible leadership, and a people-first approach. His work transcends traditional leadership training, focusing on creating real-world, practical strategies that lead to lasting, impactful change. With a strong focus on trust-building, performance, and organizational transformation, Niels helps leaders navigate the complexities of the modern business world.
Niels’ innovative approach has reshaped leadership models, empowering businesses to adopt sustainable growth practices that prioritize long-term success over short-term gains. This unique approach makes him an invaluable partner for organizations striving to create a positive and enduring impact.
A Comprehensive Approach to Leadership Development
Niels Brabandt stands out for his ability to offer tailored leadership solutions that align with each client’s unique needs. Whether it’s executive coaching, leadership development programs, or organizational consulting, Niels and his team deliver customized, results-driven services that create tangible improvements in organizational culture, employee engagement, and leadership effectiveness.
Niels’ extensive academic background includes an Executive MBA, an MBA, an MSc (soon to be completed), and his forthcoming doctoral research in leadership and organizational change. This blend of cutting-edge insights and practical experience allows him to provide guidance that is both informed and actionable, ensuring that every leadership strategy leads to real-world results.
Influence Across Borders
The impact of Niels Brabandt’s work stretches far beyond his home base in Zurich and London. With clients across Europe, North America, and beyond, Niels’ influence as a thought leader in the realm of Sustainable Leadership resonates with businesses from a variety of industries. His expert insights have been featured in leading business publications such as Handelsblatt, Brainz Magazine, and Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung.
Additionally, Niels’ bilingual leadership podcast and international speaking engagements have allowed him to share his expertise with global audiences, further cementing his reputation as a thought leader in leadership, transformation, and business ethics.
The Essence of Real Leadership
What truly sets Niels apart is his unwavering commitment to values-driven leadership. In his own words:
"Leadership isn’t about being in charge. It’s about taking responsibility—for people, performance, and the future."
This core belief in ethical decision-making and sustainable leadership is at the heart of Niels’ philosophy and guides all of his client engagements. He emphasizes that real leadership cannot be faked or copied—it is built on authenticity, integrity, and lasting impact. By instilling these values in leaders, Niels has helped businesses create strong leadership cultures that are tested in crises, proven by impact, and sustained for the future.
Why This Award Matters
The Global Leadership Impact Award in London of 2025 is a well-deserved recognition of Niels Brabandt’s transformative work in shaping the future of leadership. His commitment to sustainable, ethical, and people-first leadership practices has set a new standard for how organizations approach leadership in today’s rapidly changing business world. As challenges such as digital transformation, social responsibility, and workforce evolution continue to shape industries, Niels remains a critical partner for organizations aiming for long-term success.
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