Meet the team
私たちは、エネルギーと才能、情熱にあふれた沢山のスタッフで支えられています。世の中をより良くしたいと願う人たちが集う場所、それがインパクトです。
![Trees and roads](/sites/default/files/styles/bs_header_710/public/images/header/2022/website-images-WFA20.jpg?itok=fv3XWcpG)
![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.
![Ted Gemmell Impact](/sites/default/files/styles/impact_people/public/images/impact_person/impact-web-team-ted-gemmell.jpg?itok=KHSaDKaS)
With 20 years of L&D and OD consulting experience, my role includes everything from proposal development to managing global projects. As a strategic business partner, I help clients improve business results via custom solutions that align talent development with business drivers. On weekends I'll be cheering at my two sons' football games or riding my tractor in pursuit of the elusive perfect lawn.
![Roger Nielsen, Impact Australia](/sites/default/files/styles/impact_people/public/images/impact_person/impact-web-team-roger-nielsen.jpg?itok=IGpeTnyL)
Over the past 16 years at Impact I've worked around the world with some truly wonderful people. I've been the lead facilitator on many large-scale initiatives focused on developing leadership capability, high performing teams and coaching. I love the outdoors, and spend many hours at the beach with my wife and daughter.
![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.
![Alia Bojilova](/sites/default/files/styles/impact_people/public/images/impact_person/MicrosoftTeams-image.png?itok=TnmAptzS)
I dedicate my time to working with leaders and teams in unlocking potential, strengthening alignment and in stimulating innovation, in a way that sees us surpass the visions we uphold.
![Josh Williams, Impact](/sites/default/files/styles/impact_people/public/images/impact_person/impact-web-team-josh-williams.jpg?itok=IBfPFT_l)
I enjoy working with people, teams and organisations to perform to their potential. My outdoor leadership degree, time working in the outdoors and coaching has built a foundation for me which I have had the privilege to build upon for the last eight years at Impact working as part of the delivery team with various clients. I have a keen interest in areas of the business such as leadership development, wellbeing and experiential learning.
![Gianna Ruffo](/sites/default/files/styles/impact_people/public/images/impact_person/MicrosoftTeams-image_0.png?itok=BdePo4AI)
As a Program Manager at Impact, I get to utilize the communication and organizational skills gained from my 6 years of customer service experience and owning my own business. My favorite aspect of the role, is seeing a program be designed and developed over time, come together in the end. In my free time, you will find me cooking, hiking, painting, or playing with my dogs!
![Carrie Fritz Impact International](/sites/default/files/styles/impact_people/public/images/impact_person/2019-06-website-team-photos-Carrie%20Fritz%20-%20US-600px_0.jpg?itok=H-CyqmZE)
I'm passionate about helping those around me grow and develop. I encourage my team to bring themselves into everything they do. Our diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us partner efficiently and effectively with colleagues and clients. As a traveller at heart, I’ve visited 31 of the 50 US states, 14 countries and 8 Caribbean islands. I love experiencing new cultures, enjoying the great outdoors and trying local cuisine.
![Scott Rose, Impact](/sites/default/files/styles/impact_people/public/images/impact_person/impact-web-team-scott-rose-2019-rt%20%281%29.jpg?itok=K05LZFZc)
My Impact career began in 2003 with a passion for adventure as a learning experience. Throughout my years at Impact, I've worked with incredibly talented colleagues, clients and people at all levels of leadership seeking to thrive at work. I love helping others make a difference in the world, am a bit of a science geek, a keen runner and love being a Dad to my three young boys.
![Yuki Endo, Japan](/sites/default/files/styles/impact_people/public/images/impact_person/impact-web-team-yuki-endo.jpg?itok=oFEyJT4V)
I started my career at a global automobile parts manufacturing company, where I got interested in people development. Currently I am enjoying my journey at Impact, improving my knowledge and skills, to find the best solutions for our clients. I enjoy travelling both in Japan and overseas. I like reading books and staying indoors, but also enjoy scuba diving and going outside to see friends and new experiences.
![Camila Pontieri, Impact Australia](/sites/default/files/styles/impact_people/public/images/impact_person/impact-web-team-camila-pontieri.jpg?itok=fO9hFDOV)
I am responsible for the accounting tasks. I have always loved working with numbers and after receiving my bachelor degree in accounting at ACU ( Australian Catholic University), I fell into something that I actually enjoy. I consider myself very organised with an excellent work ethic and with desire to constantly improve. I am originally from Brazil and love the beaches and tropical weather.
![Yuki Okamoto, Impact International](/sites/default/files/styles/impact_people/public/images/impact_person/impact-web-team-yuki-takahashi.jpg?itok=O5dvo5Tu)
Since 2006 I have coordinated programme delivery. This involves meeting facilitators and consultants to design great modules, using creativity to ensure participants have profound learning experiences that add value to their organisation. I manage project set up and use technical skills such as abseil belaying. I have a teaching licence to teach PE. Now I enjoy working using my body, so I love to do exercise and jogging, swimming, gymnastics, and most outdoor things!
![Agnese Calcagno](/sites/default/files/styles/impact_people/public/images/impact_person/Agnese%20Calcagno.jpg?itok=H7bl8NIN)
I joined Impact in 2022 after many years in the Human Resources Departments, Career development path in the Communication, Marketing, Sales and CRM Departments of multinational companies and five years as a Consultant and Coach. I have developed very solid skills in all the processes that regulate the life and development of people and results in organizations. I love travelling, but the most exciting journey has always been the one I do with people.
![John Matthews](/sites/default/files/styles/impact_people/public/images/impact_person/MicrosoftTeams-image%20%28166%29.png?itok=WVZLx5PL)
I bring passion and experience to serve clients in some of the world's most progressive organisations - enabling leaders to perform at their best. I'm told I have an engaging and inquisitive style that connects easily and am particularly effective at getting people to see the wider context. I enjoy adventure and love nothing more than exploring the wilderness with family and friends or tackling an unusual sporting challenge.
![Yoshinori (Kite) Kaino, International](/sites/default/files/styles/impact_people/public/images/impact_person/impact-web-team-yoshinori-kaino-yossi.jpg?itok=iDGvcdw8)
I am responsible for “Re-Born Strategy” in Impact Japan, I am passionate about developing people and our organisation by executing all Re-Born strategic agendas. As a facilitator, I love creating and sharing the precious moments together with executives and managers who are reflectively asking themselves what leadership they would like to realise in their life/work. What I love most is drinking after working hard to make effort in realising my vision.
![Aidan Keough](/sites/default/files/styles/impact_people/public/images/impact_person/MicrosoftTeams-image%20%28107%29.png?itok=uF83hMQV)
I help people gain insights into themselves and their team so they can improve as individuals and work more effectively together. As a facilitator I create the right learning environment and work alongside participants providing a balance of challenge and support. I bring over 20 years of senior leadership experience. I love learning, the outdoors and am fascinated with horses. I live on a small farm with my wife and two teenage children, and a herd of horses.
![Shiwali Daryapurkar](/sites/default/files/styles/impact_people/public/images/impact_person/MicrosoftTeams-image%20%2876%29.png?itok=JkXK0r_C)
I enjoy using my strengths in operations management to bring organisations into the chaos and to connect people with resources. I look forward to supporting the team from behind the scenes to execute the programs successfully and meaningfully. In my personal time, you will find me traveling, cooking, event planning, reading, and involved in theatre and film productions.
![Jaya Machet](/sites/default/files/styles/impact_people/public/images/impact_person/MicrosoftTeams-image%20%2835%29.png?itok=y9dtss1d)
My coaching & facilitation expertise builds on a strong foundation of 20+ years in senior management positions including global and regional roles. I guide leaders to their peak potential and help enhance their professional and personal impact. I grew up in India and then studied and worked in Switzerland for 23 years before moving to Singapore. This has helped me successfully bridge Eastern and Western thinking, with an in-depth understanding of both cultures. I am an avid reader and love to spend time in nature and travel.
![Courtney Henderson](/sites/default/files/styles/impact_people/public/images/impact_person/Courtney-Henderson_0.jpg?itok=GvHo3RCG)
I’m Impact’s resident back-end developer; working to build robust, efficient, and reliable systems to underpin our experiential learning platforms. I take pride in collaborating with like-minded individuals who share common interests and values, collectively unlocking each other's full potential. As a Lake District native, I feel a strong connection to the area in which Impact is headquartered and have seen first-hand the local and global effect that Impact achieves.
![Dom Fitch Impact](/sites/default/files/styles/impact_people/public/images/impact_person/2019-06-website-team-photos-uk-dom-fitch-600px.jpg?itok=FCRpJx59)
I’m passionate about experiential learning and learning through play. I enjoy inspiring groups to better themselves, to collaborate and share skills, to be ambitious for each other and those around them. I have extensive experience working in the cultural, education and corporate sectors. I’m an award winning theatre maker who has directed shows for the Queen, the Prime Minister and West End audiences. Out of work you’ll find me building Lego unicorns with my daughter.
![Elena Ceriotti](/sites/default/files/styles/impact_people/public/images/impact_person/Elena.png?itok=QbHS9Mjl)
Find a job you love and you will never work a single day in your live! I do everything from managing the business, to inspiring people and helping clients to develop as sustainable business in which the quality of leadership is crucial. People describe me as a passionate and fast moving person, able to quickly connect to the culture and the needs of each organisation and to co-design powerful solutions. I love adventure which is about saying “yes” to life.
![Todd Curry, Americas](/sites/default/files/styles/impact_people/public/images/impact_person/Tod-Curry.jpg?itok=rD3qIV4J)
As a Client Services Consultant at Impact I work with clients on the West Coast and in Western Canada to support experiential leadership learning initiatives. I recently joined Impact after my previous experiences as Director at Linkage and Director of Client Engagement at The Gallup Organization. Outside of work you will find me spending time with my three boys and wife or up in the mountains skiing.
![Damiao Lo](/sites/default/files/styles/impact_people/public/images/impact_person/MicrosoftTeams-image%20%2833%29_0.png?itok=a6warvJN)
Working with Impact allows me to cross-germinate ideas and learnings between clients globally. In an ever-changing, dynamic business environment, I promote everyone to be designers of possibilities.