Noble Manhattan Switzerland

Empowering leaders, individuals, and organizations through world-class coaching and leadership development programs. Passionate about fostering growth, unlocking potential, and driving meaningful change in the professional and personal landscape. 

Our key offerings include:

- Advanced Applied Coaching Skills for Female Leaders: A transformative leadership program tailored for women.
- Corporate Coaching Programs: Designed to enhance team performance, resilience, and communication.
- Professional Coach Training: Accredited programs to develop certified and impactful coaches.
- Child & Adolescent Coaching: Supporting young people in building confidence, resilience, and life skills.
Life Coaching Programs for Non-Coaching Professionals: Helping individuals master personal growth and effective decision-making.
- Tailored Leadership Workshops: Customized solutions to address unique business challenges.

Co-Managing Director, Master Distributor

NoGap

Women face unique challenges when it comes to negotiating. With over 20 years of experience in commercial roles across diverse industries, I bring a wealth of knowledge to support women in navigating the challenges of the workplace. 

I specialize in advising women on negotiation techniques and strategies, helping them to achieve their career goals and manage difficult conversations with confidence. In particular, I provide personalized coaching and guidance to women on negotiating effectively in the workplace, including salary, promotions, and job offers.

Salary Negotiation to Women in Business, Career Strategist, Lecturer

Chili Pink

Chili Pink is a digital boutique dedicated to spicing up online social selling and personal branding on LinkedIn™. With a spicy mix of innovation, creativity, and expert insights, I empower professionals and businesses to stand out on LinkedIn™. My mission is to spice up your LinkedIn™ game through personal branding, content strategy, profile optimization, lead generation, and comprehensive social selling training solutions and workshops.

Chief Spice Officer

hVIVO

After leading the turnaround and successful sale of CRS Clinical Research to hVIVO Group, I joined hVIVO to take on group-wide commercial leadership responsibilities.

Appointed to lead the commercial strategy across hVIVO Group’s six specialized brands:

hVIVO – Human challenge trials for infectious and respiratory diseases
Venn Life Sciences – Drug development and regulatory consulting
CRS Clinical Research Services – Early-phase and special population trials
hLAB – Biomarker, virology, and immunology laboratory services
FluCamp – Volunteer recruitment and screening for clinical studies
CryoStore – Biostorage solutions and clinical trial logistics

My focus has been on aligning commercial efforts, unlocking cross-brand synergies, and delivering integrated, end-to-end solutions across the clinical development spectrum — from first-in-human studies through to regulatory success.

I also served as Integration Lead for CRS, embedding the organization within the broader hVIVO Group to ensure strategic alignment, operational cohesion, and shared growth.

Working closely with biotech and pharma clients, my goal has been to position hVIVO Group as a high-impact, science-led partner that accelerates development timelines while safeguarding quality and patient safety.

Chief Commercial Officer

CRS Clinical Research Services

As Chief Commercial Officer of CRS Clinical Research Services, a leading full-service CRO specializing in early-phase and special population trials, I spearheaded global commercial strategy and business development efforts that directly contributed to the company’s acquisition by hVIVO plc (London Stock Exchange: HVO).

Leading a cross-functional international team across Business Development, Inside Sales, and Marketing, I drove revenue growth, expanded key client partnerships, and positioned CRS as a strategic asset—culminating in its successful acquisition. The transaction validated CRS’s leadership in Phase I FIM and complex patient populations, while enabling hVIVO to enhance its European footprint and early-stage clinical trial capabilities.

This milestone underscored our ability to deliver scalable value, accelerate market expansion, and attract strategic investment—further solidifying CRS’s legacy in the CRO space.

Chief Commercial Officer & Chief DEI Officer

Stepping into the role of Chief Commercial Officer at CRS Clinical Research Services, a leading Contract Research Organization (CRO) renowned for its 40-year expertise in early-phase clinical trials my mandate is focused on shaping the company’s strategic direction and fostering growth across the global markets. 

As a member of the newly formed CRS management team, I lead a multifaceted international team dedicated to Business Development, Inside Sales, BD Support, and Marketing & Communications.

Labcorp Drug Development

As a Sales Leader at Labcorp, I oversaw the southern Europe biotech sales for the Central Laboratory division. My primary goal was to drive growth and success in the biotech space in Italy, Spain, Portugal, and France. As a Senior Director of Strategic Accounts, I worked as an individual contributor, responsible for developing and executing global commercial strategies for one of our key pharma partners in both Europe and the US. I focused on implementing retention and growth initiatives, driving continuous process improvement, and identifying new opportunities to create mutual value for both partners.

Director of Sales & Senior Director of Strategic Accounts

Sales leader of Labcorp's Central Laboratory European biotech sales team, responsible for driving growth and success in the biotech space. I bring extensive experience in sales and management to the role, leveraging my skills to develop and execute effective strategies that deliver results. My passion for biotech and healthcare drives my commitment to delivering our clients the highest level of service and support. With a focus on collaboration and innovation, I'm proud to lead a team that is positively impacting the industry and helping drive important healthcare advances.

Director of Sales - Biotech Europe

Fortrea

As a former strategic partner commercial liaison for Covance, my main focus was on developing and executing a global commercial strategy for one of our key partners in Europe and the US. 

My role encompassed overseeing account strategies, integrating therapeutic and pipeline profiling, implementing retention and growth initiatives, and driving continuous process improvement. As a strategic business developer, I was driven by a commitment to uncovering new opportunities that drive mutual value for both partners. My approach centered on identifying areas of need, offering innovative solutions, and leveraging partnerships to achieve both organizations' strategic objectives.

Senior Director of Strategic Accounts, Business Development

Premier Research

During my tenure at Premier Research, my primary responsibility was to drive business growth by promoting clinical development services to emerging biotech and medtech companies in Europe. I was entrusted with covering various territories, including Southern Europe and the DACH region, where I successfully identified new business opportunities and established meaningful relationships with potential clients.

Director, Business Development

Worldwide Clinical Trials

As an International BDD for Worldwide Clinical Trials, I successfully penetrated several mid-size and emerging pharmaceutical accounts across six different countries, including Italy, France, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and Israel. My work focused on promoting therapeutic solutions across a wide range of specialties, including oncology, rare diseases, and cardiovascular and central nervous system clinical trial research.

In this role, I developed and maintained strong relationships with key stakeholders, through targeted sales initiatives and effective communication, I was able to build a solid pipeline of business opportunities, resulting in significant revenue growth.

Director, International Business Development

Signant Health

As a key contributor to Bracket eClinical Technologies' sales team, I was primarily responsible for driving business development efforts across Europe. My responsibilities encompassed overseeing the implementation and delivery of sophisticated eClinical technology solutions such as IVRS, IWRS, ePRO, and eLearning.

Director, Account Management Europe

Portfolio Career Strategist | Business Development Veteran | Negotiation Expert | LinkedIn Personal Branding Trainer | Keynote Speaker | Noble Manhattan Partner | Contact me for Certified Coaching Training

C-suite executive and entrepreneur at heart, passionate about turning strategy into measurable growth and leadership into lasting impact.

I’ve spent my career driving commercial transformation across clinical research organizations, leading global teams, and shaping partnerships that accelerate innovation from early development to market.

Alongside that work, I’ve become deeply committed to advancing female leadership — helping women navigate pay equity, visibility, and influence at the highest levels.

I share insights on:
💡 Leadership at the Top: What it really takes to grow, lead, and sustain performance in the C-suite
💡 Female Advancement: Practical strategies to close the gender and power gap
💡 Commercial Growth: How inclusive leadership drives better business outcomes

I also lecture at leading business schools including EHL, IMD, St. Gallen, and EPFL, where I teach salary and contract negotiation, networking, influence, and strategic personal branding — the very skills that have taken me to the top of my career.

Founder of NoGap, a women’s negotiation consultancy dedicated to closing the pay and power gap, and Chili Pink, a digital marketing agency that helps leaders and brands tell their story with purpose and precision.
Co-creator of the Advanced Applied Coaching Skills – Female Leadership Program with Noble Manhattan, and co-Managing Director of Noble Manhattan Switzerland.

Swiss-Mexican-German executive near Geneva.
Mother to three remarkable young men and one silly dog.
Committed to building high-trust teams, elevating women in leadership, and turning ambition into action.

Catherine Canales

FRANNAN INTERNATIONAL LIMITED

As an IT consultant, my duties include database design, information security analysis, designing and modifying computer network architecture, and supporting a variety of IT hardware. I use cutting-edge technologies to facilitate and monitor IT infrastructure. I offer assistance with server upkeep, hardware and software setup, software design and implementation, website design and maintenance, network design and security, data backup & restoration, and security and upkeep of IT equipment. In order to ensure the proper design and functioning, I streamline the operation of IT systems. I agree that new gadgets and technologies should be used. Devices for video and audio conferencing, IP telephony, biometric access control, CCTV, cloud system management, Microsoft Office 365, Azure Active Directory, Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft OneDrive, Microsoft Power Bi, domain and hosting completion, NAS drive sharing, assistance with technical issues, revision of existing systems, and improvement suggestions are just a few examples. I instruct computer users and staffs properly and adhere to the accepted IT policy. I'm in charge of creating reports and giving the users immediate IT support. I used to recruit staff, budget analysis, procurement, staff training and support as the organization's primary assistant.

IT Consultant/Head of IT

Good Neighbors

As an IT trainer, I carried out an advanced training needs analysis and defined the skill sets needed to perform different roles. I prepared the learning environment and resources, including setting up IT equipment where appropriate. I was responsible for training people how to use their computers for different purposes. I conducted a Young Professional (YP) computer training program, a Training of Trainers (TOT) program, and an in-house training program for staff to teach various computer applications including Computer hardware and network system administration. My work required consistently updating IT skills and content knowledge daily.

IT Trainer

Bangladesh Open University

As an Assistant Hardware Maintenance Engineer, I maintained all the equipment and machinery that is in the computer unit of the organization. I used to make regular checks and maintain the desktop computer machine and peripherals. I repaired the computer accessories and replaced them if needed. Under general direction, I researched and planned how to manage technology applications, systems, and projects. I also installed, configured, and troubleshot the upgraded operating system with its supported application and system software and hardware for the desktop computer. I planned and managed a computer network system for the organization securely.

Assistant Hardware Maintenance Engineer

Bangladesh College of Physicians and Surgeons (BCPS)

As an Assistant Maintenance Engineer, I collected information from the system and evaluate existing or proposed systems. I troubleshot and resolved hardware, software, and connectivity problems, including user access and component configuration. I was also responsible to record and maintain hardware and software inventories, user access, and security. I used to install, configure and upgrade desktop hardware and peripherals which was including network cards, printers, and modems. I worked as a team member with other technical staff to ensure connectivity and compatibility between systems.

Assistant Maintenance Engineer

Department of Agricultural Extension- কৃষি সম্প্রসারণ অধিদপ্তর

As an Assistant System Analyst (IT) I was responsible for updating files, project progressive analysis, report production, design, and implementation of software and hardware system. I also took responsibility for the backup and maintenance of the data which are very vital for the project. Furthermore, I maintained internal and external computer network connectivity, troubleshot computer hardware and software errors; prepared and distributed the project budget with the annual work plan. I was a good leader in maintaining a team with its activities.

Assistant System Analyst (IT)

IT Consultant at FRANNAN INTERNATIONAL LIMITED

Having achieved excellent academic results, I worked in information technology-related positions for more than 15 (Fifteen) years in the government, INGO, autonomous, and development organizations.

1. As an IT Consultant, I develop and design the IT infrastructure, test, and implement modern IT devices to support Global Affairs Canada (GAC).
2. As an IT Trainer, I developed an advanced course curriculum about IT and trained underprivileged students for gathering knowledge about IT very quickly and efficiently.
3. As an Assistant Hardware Maintenance Engineer, I modernized security systems, MIS software design, networking, and hardware lab.
4. As an Assistant Maintenance Engineer, I created a Campus Area Network (CAN) infrastructure between multiple floors of the building.
5. As an Assistant System Analyst, I completed a major system update within a tight one-month deadline successfully.

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