From our Founder
Margo McClimans
“I believe all unproductive behavior is caused by some sort of fear or insecurity. Authentic leadership takes courage. That’s why I’ve made it my mission to build courage and confidence with global leaders and their teams.”
After founding CWoB in 2005 and working as a coach and trainer in dozens of corporations, I realized that many corporate programs lacked an essential ingredient: a dedicated focus on fostering courage.
That’s why Coaching Without Borders® is on mission to empower leaders to harness courage and quiet confidence and take their leadership to the next level. Since day one, CWoB has been global, serving leaders across over 50 companies on three continents.
Supported by our network of expert Partner Coaches, we deliver world-class coaching and training that empowers leaders to thrive.
We live our values.
Expect transparency, emotional courage, and continuous learning.
We work with leaders who are willing to do the work.
We don’t work with everyone. Our ideal partners are those who are hungry to learn, open to honest reflection, and ready to own both their triumphs and their challenges.
We want to know more about you and how we can help.
This allows us to get to know you better and helps you decide if partnering with us feels right for your journey.
Our Partner Coach Network
Creating real impact takes more than one coach—it takes a community. That’s why we built a worldwide network of talented, passionate coaches, giving you access to Coaching Without Borders, no matter where in the world you are.
We also offer flexible virtual solutions designed for today’s fast-moving world—and we back everything we do with a satisfaction guarantee.
Coaching in Your Language:
Our network speaks your language, offering coaching in English, German, Swiss German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Greek, Hungarian, Dutch, Turkish, Afrikaans, Chinese, and Hebrew.
About Margo
A true citizen of the world, Margo has lived in six countries on three continents. She holds a bachelor’s degree in International Relations and an MBA in International Business. Born and raised in Ohio, she now speaks four languages and holds three passports. Her background is in the import-export business where she worked in the USA and opened her first business, International Stone Consultancy, in Italy.
She was “discovered” as a coach in 2005 and has since gone on to speak at women’s leadership conferences, has written a book, has been selected to run WIN conferences, and has guest lectured at a handful of business schools.
She has lived in Zurich since 2010 with her family of six.
Core Team
Jordana Arend
Operations Manager
Jordana is the backbone of CWoB, bringing her expertise in civil engineering and contract administration to solve problems and ensure nothing slips through the cracks. She keeps everything running smoothly, from timely bill payments to prompt invoices. By managing all of our logistical details, Jordana allows our coaches to focus on what they do best. Her eagle-eye for detail, unwavering reliability, and proactive approach enables us to deliver world-class service to our clients and partners.
Frank de Korne
Data Manager
Frank is CWoB’s Data Manager, where he handles all data-related tasks with intelligence and dedication. Beyond his role, he plays a vital part in building and nurturing our Partner Coach Community, offering support and guidance, including those on legal affairs. Despite his technical title, Frank is a true “people person” that fosters strong connections within both our partner and client communities. He is passionate about making meaningful contributions, and is committed to supporting his colleagues and creating a positive work environment wherever he goes.