I am a Stacci Penievska, Certified Coach, and more…

I was born in Kyiv, Ukraine, where I studied financial management and built an exciting career in the leasing industry — including launching my first two companies. Thirteen years ago, I moved to the Netherlands, stepping into a whole new chapter both personally and professionally.

My expat journey has been full of learning, transformation, and the occasional challenge. Like many internationals, I had to rebuild from scratch — learning the language, understanding the culture, adapting to new ways of working and living, and, most importantly, redefining who I wanted to be in this new context. That journey shaped me deeply — and it’s the reason I do what I do today.

Over the past 18 years, I’ve successfully run companies in IT, car maintenance, business events, and consulting. But deep down, I always knew I would become a coach. Every career move, every switch in industry or country, added another layer to how I understand people — and how I can support them.

I’m passionate about helping people grow into their full potential. I bring structure, empathy, and energy to my coaching — often blending neuroscience, cultural insight, and career strategy. But also, a bit of spark. Whether it’s Argentine tango or kickboxing, I believe in approaching life with both grace and fire.

As a Dutch-Ukrainian, I live and work in a space between cultures — and I’ve learned to see that not as a gap, but as a bridge. A bridge I now help others cross with more confidence, clarity, and joy.

Because for me, coaching isn’t just about careers — it’s about helping people feel alive, included, and empowered in the lives they’re building.