About us
Meet the team
Impact is bursting with energetic, talented and passionate people who want to make a difference. Our people work from over 30 global locations.
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![Phil Holdsworth, Impact](/sites/default/files/styles/impact_people/public/images/impact_person/impact-web-team-phil-holdsworth-0120.jpg?itok=CINUnOiH)
In the last 25+ years I’ve worked with many great organisations and love being able to bring a breadth and depth of experience to my programs. I currently regularly travel across Asia consulting for clients and looking after our great people. I'm described as an Energiser Bunny, I bring energy into everything I do, even if I'm stepping off a 12-hour flight! I recover by spending time with my family and exploring the wilderness in NZ with a fishing rod.
![Vicki Percival Impact](/sites/default/files/styles/impact_people/public/images/impact_person/impact-web-team-vickie-percival.jpg?itok=Mk3cmOYX)
My role is to create and sustain positive client relationships and ensure the successful implementation of global programmes. I work in partnership with my clients to develop customised solutions using our innovative approach to leadership. After living in different parts of the world, I love being back in the Lakes. I spend most of my time indulging in great food with friends and exploring the beautiful place I get to call home.
![Delfino Corti](/sites/default/files/styles/impact_people/public/images/impact_person/MicrosoftTeams-image%20%2829%29.png?itok=IODOdL4R)
I see life as a gift and a journey. I bring in my backpack some of the experiences I had the luck to have: nuclear engineering and 25 years as a manager in various industries in various parts of the globe. And then Impact. I feel excited when I see the very essence of situations emerge: in individuals, groups, communities, and organisations. I am fond of endurance sports and am a passionate soul explorer.
![Zuzanna Naruszweicz, Impact Poland](/sites/default/files/styles/impact_people/public/images/impact_person/impact-web-team-zuzanna-naruszewicz.jpg?itok=WNiY0yPE)
My area of focus is “Sustainability and Responsibility”, and I am passionate about using my years-long experience from the non-profit sector in my present job. In addition to that, I support the team in any other possible way – in translations, formatting documents, gathering data, and communication with associates. I love biking, backpacking and vegan cooking.
![Wendy Lee, Impact](/sites/default/files/styles/impact_people/public/images/impact_person/impact-web-team-wendy-lee-berger.jpg?itok=VEofvFfn)
I was lucky enough to join as the third member of the US team in 2006 and have done almost every role in the business including design, delivery, sales support, project management and even bookkeeping! That breadth of experience has helped me in my current leadership role, it allows me to understand the business from multiple perspectives and focus on operational excellence. My nickname is Wiki because I can usually help find the answer!
![Chantana Prapasri, Impact](/sites/default/files/styles/impact_people/public/images/impact_person/impact-web-team-chantana-prapasri.jpg?itok=4RO1oe0P)
Since joining Impact Thailand in 2006, I have been more energetic and enthusiastic to come to work. It is the best workplace that I can be myself. Everyday at work is great for me.
![Natassja Gale](/sites/default/files/styles/impact_people/public/images/impact_person/MicrosoftTeams-image%20%28134%29.png?itok=kU6CZXaH)
Bridging future-oriented research, innovation, and design principles and practices, my focus is on optimising our core business through developing and delivering resilient, human-centred solutions. I bring energy, raise questions, push boundaries and break rules. The most vital part of my life is the people within it, as the relationships we hold with one another are everything.
![Steven Nishida, Impact Americas](/sites/default/files/styles/impact_people/public/images/impact_person/2019-06-website-team-photos-Steven%20Nishida%20-%20US-600px.jpg?itok=PpYEjLCg)
A lifelong passion for learning and leadership brought me to Impact, and I couldn't be happier with my decision. As a designer, facilitator, and thought partner, I embrace a scholar-practitioner mindset, running to the issues and engaging others with clarity, empathy, and authenticity. My favorite activity of each day is laughing, playing, and making up bedtime stories with my kids. They're hilarious!
![AlassaneDiop](/sites/default/files/styles/impact_people/public/images/impact_person/MicrosoftTeams-image_1.png?itok=OlF-040I)
I’m a consultant with an international and multicultural background and approach my work with contagious enthusiasm and commitment. My experience working with both large corporations and small startups gave me a deep insight into overcoming business operational hurdles and developing proactive trainings paths to grow and enhance teams. Over the years I’ve gained experience in facilitating and promoting dialogue in B2B partnerships and creating organizational innovation projects.
![Eliza Quek](/sites/default/files/styles/impact_people/public/images/impact_person/MicrosoftTeams-image%20%2834%29.png?itok=ytmmMEpK)
I am passionate about adding value to leadership development, strategic management, team performance, unleashing creativity and collaborative innovation, diversity, equity and inclusion, emotional intelligence and cross cultural management. Joyous moments include contributing to Malta’s entry into the EU, Ethiopian Airlines and Astana International Financial Centre, Kazakhstan’s success. On my bucket list is experiencing the Northern Lights and visiting the Galapagos Islands.
![Adele Blakebrough MBE](/sites/default/files/styles/impact_people/public/images/impact_person/ADELE-BLAKEBROUGH-MBE_0.jpg?itok=yENzJLGP)
I am the Co-Founder of Social Business Trust (SBT), a charity that supports high-potential social enterprises and charities with its group of leading corporate partners. I love my involvement with Impact. It’s an inspirational organisation…. it also helps me to ditch the high heels and get back to nature.
![tiko chung australia](/sites/default/files/styles/impact_people/public/images/impact_person/MicrosoftTeams-image%20%2830%29_0.png?itok=i298fvSI)
I support the program deliveries and administration for the Australian team. Working with this positive and fun team allows me to grow constantly. Prior to Impact, I had 12-year experience in events management within the hospitality and education sector. Growing up in Hong Kong, the food paradise, I am a foodie and enjoy exploring the world of food and beverages.
![Francesca Filzi](/sites/default/files/styles/impact_people/public/images/impact_person/F%20Filzi.png?itok=y7l-aN2d)
I manage all Impact Italia accounting processes and love precision, tramezzini (look it up!) and silly jokes. I am also very appreciated for my former athletics experiences and I provide stretching sessions to all colleagues who need to exercise a bit after a long day in the office. I deal with a lot of internal and external stakeholders to make sure everything is ok with our clients, accounts, invoices and bills!
![Cassie Cuppek](/sites/default/files/styles/impact_people/public/images/impact_person/MicrosoftTeams-image%20%2839%29.png?itok=dl31nbm8)
When asked, "What do you do for work?" it is not uncommon for me to respond, "Light Bulb Moment Technician". I have been fortunate to be filled with such energy through my talent, leadership, and organisational development work. When I am not working, I take my role as Aunt Cassie with my husband, Josh, very seriously! It is the greatest thrill to teach them to ride motorcycles, do yoga, and explore the world.
![Fabio Sparatore](/sites/default/files/styles/impact_people/public/images/impact_person/Fabio%20S.png?itok=feAbSnF6)
After many years in big Italian firms, I now help clients understand and achieve their development goals. In Impact since 2003, I have gained experience in HR processes, organisational consultancy, assessment, training and development of managerial competences and leadership. I love mountain biking, silly jokes, deep reading, socialising and…meditating too. Whenever you want to work hard while having fun, call me!
![Itsuyo Watanabe(Barbara)](/sites/default/files/styles/impact_people/public/images/impact_person/MicrosoftTeams-image%20%28108%29.png?itok=4iNO5vuR)
As a consultant, I like Impact's programmes because every one of our projects could make the participants think deeply about their issues in the workplace, and move forward for their business success. I am excited when exploring a solution for my clients' current and future business challenges. Besides my job, I like cooking, travelling, fine arts, musicals, Japanese KABUKI, opera etc.
![Hannah Irwin - Impact International](/sites/default/files/styles/impact_people/public/images/impact_person/impact-web-team-hannah-irwin.jpg?itok=vlv9SBtK)
I support the CEO in an exciting and super varied role - from Board meetings to barbecues and everything else in between. An Impacter since 1999, marketer and mum, I have a need to be outdoors every day - no matter what the weather! For me, Impact is a unique place where people matter and my work and life can intertwine through flexible working and trust.
![Francesca Viti](/sites/default/files/styles/impact_people/public/images/impact_person/F%20Viti.png?itok=c74YCFzw)
With over 15 years of consulting experience I’ve supported many leading organisations and people in their journey of change and development. I’m focused on uncovering a client’s needs and satisfying them with a rigorous theoretical approach, intuition, strategic thinking and sensitive interpersonal style. I’m inspired by adventure and I love sailing, walking and nature.
![Yasushi Igarashi, Impact International](/sites/default/files/styles/impact_people/public/images/impact_person/impact-web-team-yasushi-igarashi.jpg?itok=z1tz_V38)
Before Joining Impact in 2002 I worked as an outdoor guide for nature tourism, kayaking and trekking in the ocean and forest. Using this experience, my strengths are in creating and coordinating programmes that provide learning experiences through outdoor activities. Beyond this role I wear several different hats, such as managing our website and managing H&S. Personally, I love to do challenging journeys by sea kayak and bike in many countries.
![Tim Lofthouse Impact](/sites/default/files/styles/impact_people/public/images/impact_person/MicrosoftTeams-image%20%28161%29.png?itok=ghDz6Pnu)
I support delivery of high quality, safe and challenging programmes and keep the operations infrastructure in a safe and workable condition. I have been lucky to have worked in some amazing places around the world with some amazing colleagues and participants. Working from Base still takes some beating though! When not working I enjoy having adventures with my family, exploring the Lakes and keeping fit by running, climbing and riding my Cyclocross bike.
![Pete Hallworth](/sites/default/files/styles/impact_people/public/images/impact_person/Pete.png?itok=tkWr1WrB)
I have been active with Impact for several years after an international career in sales and marketing. One of my main passions is to foster better leadership. Leaders that inspire, that provide their team with development opportunities, and that have vision and courage will change the world; for the better. Another passion is helping start-up entrepreneurs get off the ground. Kindness and curiosity are two words I aspire to live by. It is also very important to me to be kind to our planet. It’s the only one we have.
![Simon Wheatley, Impact International](/sites/default/files/styles/impact_people/public/images/impact_person/impact-web-team-simon-wheatley.jpg?itok=--JwHoFL)
Analogue at birth, digital by requirement. I don’t do Facebook, and have nothing to do with hashtags. Is this bio going online? Eurgh! I am an eye-to-eye, face-to-face human being. I elevate small talk to medium talk. Then, (on a good day) to infinity and beyond. That’s my job. Favourite pastimes: Good days. Woodland crafts, festivals, and campfires. Specialist skills: Reading body language; parallel parking.
![Detlef Eigenbrodt](/sites/default/files/styles/impact_people/public/images/impact_person/Detlef.png?itok=ixhLRrNJ)