Imagine. Transform. Perform.

I work at the intersection of leadership, culture, and creative expression. Whether in organizations as advisor and coach or on stage as singer-songwriter, the intention is the same: to awaken possibility, courage, and meaningful connection. Because transformation is not an idea. It is something we imagine and perform every day with our voice, our actions, our talents.

Paola Granati

leadership is not a role. it is a choice.

For me, leadership is not confined in boardrooms. It is expressed in actions and shaped by the decisions we make.

With over 25 years of experience in global HR leadership and executive advisory roles, I have guided leaders and organizations through transformations, and culture changes, working with them to elevate performance, and lead with vision.

I have also independently produced and financed my own music, choosing creative freedom over external validation. This principle has guided me throughout my career.

In my work, I integrate strategic thinking with the human dimension of leadership — including the power of voice, posture, and authentic expression as tools for influence and impact. The goal is to create the right learning experiences for leaders, teams and organizations to unlock strength, stamina, and trust — so that everyone performs at their highest level with integrity, clarity and competence.

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My offerings are:

  • Executive Coaching
  • Culture Change & Leadership
  • HR & Organizational Transformation
  • Career Advisory & Transition Programs
  • Voice & Executive Presence
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Three Paths. One Voice.  

SELF-MASTERY

Lead with Clarity & Confidence

True leadership starts with self mastery. It comes from within.

This path is for individuals ready to take control of their direction, follow their deeper ambitions, and invest consciously in their growth.

Whether you are navigating change, redefining your career, or stepping into greater responsibility, I work with you to unlock your strengths, align your beliefs to your goals, and enhance your skills, so that your next move is not reactive, but chosen.

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Impact

Build cultures that Perform.

The future does not reward rigid structures. It rewards adaptable leadership and cultures built on accountability, trust, and shared purpose.

I support organizations in translating strategy into organizational behavior, in aligning leadership, strengthening ownership, and building high-trust, high-performance environments.

Once culture, clarity, and accountability align, performance and results follow.

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Paola Granati Music

Music & Performance

The voice as impact.

Creative expression is an act of leadership and of courage. And the voice is one of the most powerful tools we have for it comes from the depths of who we are and what we stand for.

Whether I am facilitating workshops, recording in music studios or performing songs like 7 Minutes, my work invites people to connect, reflect and act! My music and creative projects are rooted in authenticity and freedom of expression. Where words fail us, music steps in!

 

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Testimonials

Paola Granati is the amazing professional that we all seek to be in our lives both personally and as we embark our career journeys. Her passions run deep in the belief in our society, our talents and that which drives us to be our best. Consequently, she serves as a great advisor to business leaders, coaching partner for strategic designs and… A consulting friend to be a thought partner on finding our purpose.

I’ve had the pleasure of knowing Paola for many years. Encountering her first in her role as an HR executive leader. I had the chance to watch her from afar and learned and grew from seeing her approach on how to lead indirectly and directly. From there, our friendship blossomed and we’ve become coaching partners for our mutual entrepreneur ventures.

It is this aspect of consideration of people and culture that we see in her creative side: in her music business, vocal talent and tenacious way of getting the right things done. It is this variety of person that makes any association with Paola the best you will ever have!

Susan ChildsFounder and Principle Managing Partner LCA Enterprise LLC Learn|Create|Achieve, Delaware, USA

I have been privileged to know Paola for many years. She encompasses the essence of professionalism, empathy, partnership. I have experienced first hand her ability to dissect complex business situations, identify the key root causes and formulate effective solutions. Organizations, corporate cultures and individuals have all benefitted from Paola's leadership and contribution throughout the years.

Luca NanniVice President Global Operations NPI at Philip Morris International - Lausanne, Switzerland

I’ve known and worked with Paola directly and indirectly for over 20 years and I am always amazed to see the energy and passion she puts behind everything she does and how contagious that is to all of those around her. Her optimism and unwavering belief that we can achieve anything we want to when we set our mind to it and when we work together to make it happen are boosters to give our best. If you are looking for an out of the box thinker, thought leader and change maker she’s the one to go to!

Sandra SilvaArea Leader People at Sonae MC – Porto, Portugal

Paola is a superb people’s leader. She challenges you to think creatively on how to improve things, do more with less, improve efficiency, always with a Company hat on, but putting the person at the Center of everything. I felt that, the time I spent with her, I grew both professionally and personally. She stretched me to think in a more diverse way, to find solutions, not problems and, to be a better skilled person in life. Grazie mile Paola.

Miguel Del Coso SanchezLead HRBP, International Commercial at BVI Medical, London, UK

I’ve had the pleasure of working with Paola on numerous occasions. What I appreciate most about her is her strategic thinking, willingness to be a thought partner, ability to work through challenges with you and/or the team, creative approach, and broad array of people insights. On top of that, she is a fun person that makes work enjoyable.

Julie KimPresident Plasma-Derived Therapies Business Unit - Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Ltd, Zurich, Switzerland

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