Founders in Flow
Leadership of the Heart: Authentic leadership development for bold founders
Who Should Attend
Network with growth-minded founders and leaders mastering authentic leadership and business transformation.
What You'll Master
Immediate Impact
Renewed clarity and effective tools you can apply immediately, with tangible outcomes in both life and leadership
Proven Results
Based on 19 years of executive coaching with 4x industry average profit trajectories and culture scores high above Dutch average
CONNECTING THE DOTS
Unlock future-forward insights, meet ambitious leaders, and build relationships across tech, product, and strategy. Expect next-level networking and powerful eye-openers into the future of work.
A review of Esther's transformational leadership coaching
"50% of our success stems from process optimisation, while the other 50% counts for managing the emotional processes by working with Esther. You're being paused to have a look at your own behaviour, which is mirrored into your organisation."
Featured Speakers
Esther van Toledo
Leadership coach and keynote speaker with 19+ years of experience guiding leaders toward deep, heart-centered growth. Esther integrates head, body, and source wisdom, and is the force behind transformational retreats like The Golden Path.
"True leadership comes from within, when we reconnect to what really matters."
Gina Schinkel
Founder of Driftawave, designing transformative workations and offsites. LinkedIn Talent Solutions alumni, infusing strategy and soulful storytelling into the future of work.
"Creative, curious, action-driven minds win. Innovation is your moat."
Gina Schinkel - Series Welcome
About Gina
Gina Schinkel is the founder of Driftawave, a travel company designing transformative workations and offsites for bold teams and remote leaders. As a former Account Director at LinkedIn Talent Solutions and an international world citizen for over 14 years, she brings strategic clarity and soulful storytelling to every experience. Gina initiated Leaderwave.io to help leaders navigate disruption, AI, and the evolution of work with greater connection and creativity.
Session Focus
- • Welcome to the Founders Beach Series
- • The importance of intentional community
- • Shared knowledge and collective momentum
- • Shaping the future of work together
Esther van Toledo - Leadership of the Heart
About Esther
Esther is a leadership coach and keynote speaker, known for her "Leadership of the Heart" methodology. With 19 years of executive coaching experience, she integrates head, body, heart, and source to guide individuals toward authentic leadership. She also hosts transformational retreats, such as the "Golden Path" in the Netherlands, focusing on personal growth and empowerment.
What You'll Experience
- • How to lead from your full intelligence: body, heart, head, and source
- • Real-life tools to apply conscious leadership in daily decisions
- • Somatic reflection techniques to recognize patterns and unlock growth
- • Why emotional process management is key to business transformation
Event Agenda
Arrival & Networking
Welcome cocktail or mocktail as you arrive and connect with other founders and leaders
Series Welcome & Opening Session
Gina Schinkel
Gina Schinkel welcomes participants and shares the why behind the series, reflecting on intentional community, shared knowledge, and collective momentum in shaping the future of work
Leadership of the Heart Keynote & Workshop
Esther van Toledo
Interactive workshop with somatic reflection and executive coaching on the spot
Tapas Dinner
Delicious tapas with voucher - continue conversations over food (voucher required)
Executive Coaching: Open Floor & Personal Challenges
Esther van Toledo
Bring your leadership challenges for group discussion and personalized guidance
Golden Hour Networking
Connect with fellow founders during the magical golden hour at the beach
Slow Walkout
Gradual close with continued connections and reflection
What's Included
Curated Community
Connect with ~40 bold founders and leaders across tech, product, marketing, and the future of work.
Premium Experience
Welcome cocktail/mocktail, international speakers, workshops, and intentional networking
Note: Tapas dinner requires a separate food voucher. The rest of the evening (welcome drink, workshops, and keynotes) is included.
Ready to Join Us?
Secure your spot for this transformational evening at Zandvoort Beach
Questions about this or the next edition? events@leaderwave.io