Hello, I am Cleelia!
Born in Tallinn, Estonia. Growing up as part of this little northern nation with a unique language and deeply rooted traditions taught me to be resistant, resilient and resourceful while strongly appreciating the richness of nature and the beauty of the four seasons. Studying a semester in Sweden in 2003 and moving to Portugal in 2005 were the life-changing events of my early adult life.
Life happens and 19 years later I am still living in Lisbon – the city I keep falling in love with and keep calling my home. Raising with my husband our 4 bi(tri-lingual) kids (including a pair of twins) in cross-cultural family context has been a crazy-fun adventure. Parenthood has been so-far the “job” that made me grow the most as human being, while teaching me about mindfulness, balance and priorities in life.
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My curious mind and adventurous freedom-loving nature drove me nearly 15 years ago to entrepreneurship. Co-founding and managing a hospitality business since 2009 has offered me the full range of experiences challenges and rewards – related to being an entrepreneur. While my academic path and professional experiences provided me with a solid base for entrepreneurship, it has been my passion for travelling and hotels that has inspired and empowered me throughout this journey.
Since early on I learnt the importance of dreams and imagination, but also the importance of carrying the right mindset and working for our dreams to happen. My long - time passion for personal growth and development has helped me to navigate the important changes and transitions of my life, from adapting to a new country and culture, changing safe employment for entrepreneurship, moving from 2 kids to 4 at once, among others.
As a coach I am here to support you and empower you on your journey. We all are full of wisdom and resources - SOMETIMES YOU SIMPLY NEED SOMEBODY TO HOLD SPACE FOR YOU, TO BRING THE BEST OUT IN YOU AND BELIEVE IN YOU.
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I can be that somebody for you!
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What if you did not end up on my page by coincidence.. Just saying...
I hope to hear from you soon!
Cleelia´s Background
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14+ years professional experience as hospitality entrepreneur
International Coaching Federation member and Associate Certified Coach (ICF ACC)
Erickson International Coach Diploma, an ICF accredited program
Ph.D. in Management, ISCTE - University Institute of Lisbon
MSc in International Management, ISCTE - University Institute of Lisbon
BSc in Accounting, Tallinn College of TalTech