Stefan Pap is the Managing Partner of Leadership Works. With over 20 years of experience, Stefan partners with leaders to address their most pressing challenges, bridging strategy, people, and technology to drive impactful and sustainable results.

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Before founding Leadership Works, Stefan served as Head of Advisory at IMD, where he led a new consulting unit to accelerate the business school’s clients’ transformations. He successfully built the practice from the ground up, defining its go-to-market strategy, service offerings, and operational model while exceeding ambitious growth targets.

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Earlier in his career, Stefan was Global Head of Transformation and Strategy and ExCo member at LHH, a Fortune 500 business unit within The Adecco Group. He led a comprehensive transformation program, consolidating 12 brands into a unified global offering and integrating AI-driven solutions into HR services. Stefan’s leadership has guided organizations through high-stakes transformations, including operational efficiency programs, finance transformations, and the adoption of AI-enabled technologies.

 

Stefan’s expertise extends across industries, from financial services and telecommunications to B2B services and FMCG. His approach integrates business strategy with the human dynamics of change, enabling teams to achieve alignment and lasting results.  Stefan holds an Executive Master’s degree in Organizational Change from INSEAD, an MBA from Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management, and a Master’s degree in Social and Economic Sciences from the Vienna University of Economics. His certifications in executive coaching and facilitation further enhance his ability to navigate complex transformation efforts.

 

Stefan is passionate about helping organizations harness the power of AI and digital technologies while ensuring that people remain at the heart of transformation.