Executive, Business Coaching & Consulting for you & your business
A way to access best in the class expertise. Unearthing ways for you, your team & your business to grow.
WHAT IS
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Your Trusted Advisor
Literally translated from Italian, 
means the advisor role. The name is inspired by the pivotal advisor role in the legendary film “The Godfather”—a figure of deep trust, loyalty, & quiet influence. In the world of business, much like in the film itself, the consigliere operates behind the scenes, offering wisdom, coaching, consulting & mentoring advice to help leaders grow. At , I embody that same trusted role—serving as a strategic partner to support your leadership & business growth with a blend of experience, practicality, & sound advice.
In today’s fast-paced business world, the role of a trusted advisor has never been more important. Rooted in deep coaching & consulting expertise, I draw inspiration from the archetype of the advisor to provide practical advice that is always in your best interest.
Whether you’re a leader looking for personal growth, a team seeking higher performance, or a business needing to unlock unique growth strategies, I offer tailored strategies designed to help you thrive.
I am ranked 4.9 out of 5 on a leading coaching platform
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WHY CHOOSE
THE TRUSTED ADVISOR
With over 30 years of experience, I bring a wealth of knowledge in Executive, Business & Team coaching with deep knowledge of leadership development, business strategy, & brand consulting. My practice is characterized by confidentiality, trust, & a commitment to delivering measurable outcomes.
Deep experience in FMCG, Financial Services & Technology worldwide
+10,000 hours of coaching
+2,000 hours of mentoring
+15,000 entrepreneurship
Both Client & Consulting side experience
Author of a leading Personal Leadership brand process
+25,000 hours of consulting
+2,000 hours of facilitation
+40,000 top tier corporate experience
Rated 4.9 out of 5 on a leading coaching platform
Over 200 successful client engagements
CORE COMPETENCIES
Executive Coaching
My executive coaching services focus on refining leadership capabilities, developing a personal leadership brand, & providing strategic counsel for complex business challenges. By serving as a sounding board & trusted thinking , I empower leaders to make informed, confident action plans.
“I will help you define who you are and how you want to lead”
Team Coaching
I assist leaders to build & maintain high-performing teams that are aligned with business objectives. Through tailored coaching interventions, I enable teams to deliver both individual & collective growth, ensuring consistent, high-level performance.
“I will help you define the gaps to close to lead your team from good to great”
Business Coaching
My business coaching approach focuses on developing key management & leadership skills across all levels. Whether it’s leading oneself, leading a team, or leading an organization, I help leaders grow their influence & effectiveness.
“I will help you learn how to prioritise, manage your time better & delegate effectively”
Facilitation
As a master facilitator, I work collaboratively with leadership teams to navigate complex discussions, align on key decisions & move efficiently toward business goals. My facilitation style is engaging & designed to foster swift & meaningful outcomes.
“Types of facilitation work: Strategy development & alignment, high performing teams/team charters/ways of working, values & culture programmes.”
Mentoring
With decades of cross-industry & cross-functional experience, I am well-positioned to mentor individuals & teams. My mentoring services focus on knowledge transfer, leadership development, & management development, offering valuable perspective for leaders at all levels.
“The benefits of the process is that it helps to speak to someone with a lot of experience who can act like a sounding board, help to ask the right questions & to try & discover answers to what may be holding me back. Keith is like a partner who is able to challenge but also provide advice or guidance along the journey”
Entrepreneurial coaching & mentoring
As a successful entrepreneur, I love helping others grow. I offer down-to-earth coaching & mentoring to help you tackle challenges, spark innovation, & build a thriving business, all while staying true to your vision.
“I am a successful entrepreneur myself and can help guide you through all the challenges and ups and downs. NB advise: Enjoy the journey and don’t defer enjoyment until everything is sorted and predictable in your business”
Business Strategy Consulting
I provide expert guidance in business strategy development, focusing on creating agile, actionable strategies that drive immediate results. My consulting services are designed to simplify the strategic process, ensuring efficient use of resources & timely execution.
“Keith has developed a super slick, simple approach to strategy and helped us make the key linkage between the strategy and the operations of the business”
Brand Strategy Consulting
My expertise in brand strategy helps organizations craft distinct brand propositions that resonate with their target markets, creating a strong competitive advantage.
“Keith has helped craft new positionings to revitalise brands and created new positionings for new innovations. He is a real thought leader in this space-as much strategic as creative”
Portfolio strategy consulting
Helping you understand & map the market so you can cover the market place with as few brands as possible, each loaded for growth.
“The core purpose of having a clear portfolio strategy is to cover off the key opportunity areas with as few brands as possible. This focusses effort & resources to drive up ROI”
Got a thought or a question? Let's talk!
At 
, I offer the expertise to help you & your business thrive.
A seasoned & trusted advisor, providing top-tier counsel
Expert coach & mentor
Highly experienced consultant
Comprehensive expertise across key business functions
A proven track record in coaching of success with a 4.9 rating on a leading coaching platform
A commitment to helping you achieve your business, leadership & personal objectives
WHEN YOU SHOUD HIRE
Executive Coaching
To gain a trusted partner who provides candid, strategic insights & helps you refine your leadership brand while confidently navigating big decisions.
Facilitation
To guide crucial conversations & strategic workshops, ensuring alignment across teams & producing clear, actionable outcomes to move your business forward efficiently.
Business Coaching
To enhance your management & leadership skills, ensuring you lead your business with clarity, agility & a results-oriented mindset in today’s fast-paced environment.
Business Strategy Consulting
To develop agile, actionable business strategies that make a meaningful impact quickly, without wasting time or resources on lengthy, complex processes.
Brand Strategy Consulting
To create distinct, compelling brand propositions that resonate with your target audience, positioning your brand for sustainable growth & competitive advantage.
Developing a High-Performing Team (HPT)
To build & maintain a high-performing team that not only delivers on business objectives but also promotes individual & collective growth.
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MEET
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Keith Stevens
Meet Keith Stevens:
I am a highly accomplished business leader with over 35 years of experience in executive leadership roles across global FMCG, financial services, & technology sectors. As a former CEO, MD, & CMO, I have worked with some of the world’s most successful companies & led a global boutique marketing consultancy. As an entrepreneur, I co-founded two award-winning beverage startups.
My deep expertise span more than 35,000 hours of coaching & consulting, coupled with a strong background in facilitation & mentorship. I am dedicated to helping clients achieve measurable growth through personalized, strategic guidance. Outside of work, I enjoy living in Cape Town with my family, where I spend my time hiking, mountain biking, & hosting dinner parties/braai’s.
Contact for further inquiries or to discuss how I can assist you & your business, please get in touch. Let’s begin the journey toward unlocking your full leadership potential & driving business success.
What You Gain with
Working with me means gaining the advantage of over 35 years of experience in top tier businesses, corporate experience +,real entrepreneurial experience, executive coaching, team development & business strategy. My approach is both practical & insightful, drawing from extensive experience in FMCG, financial services, & technology sectors worldwide.
4.9 out of 5 rating on a leading coaching platform, Over 200 satisfied clients, 10,000+ hours of coaching & consulting & Personalized, confidential advice focused on your success
Qualifications & Certifications
- BSc Psychology, University of Southampton, UK
- Diploma in Coaching, South African College of Applied Psychology, Cape Town, South Africa
- Time to Think (Nancy Kline)
- Flawless Consulting (Peter Block)
- Member of COMENSA
- Enneagram/Five lens accredited
- Strategy: Leadership, Kantar Consulting University UK/USA/Singapore
- Strategy: Leadership, Mars, Inc University, USA
- Senior Strategy Programme, Henley Management College, UK
- Diploma in Marketing, Institute of Grocery Distribution, UK
- Founder/CEO/Director-of two companies: Curated Beverages &
- Get in touch and let’s chat
Meet Keith Stevens:
I am a highly accomplished business leader with over 35 years of experience in executive leadership roles across global FMCG, financial services, & technology sectors. As a former CEO, MD, & CMO, I have worked with some of the world’s most successful companies & led a global boutique marketing consultancy. As an entrepreneur, I co-founded two award-winning beverage startups.
My deep expertise span more than 35,000 hours of coaching & consulting, coupled with a strong background in facilitation & mentorship. I am dedicated to helping clients achieve measurable growth through personalized, strategic guidance. Outside of work, I enjoy living in Cape Town with my family, where I spend my time hiking, mountain biking, & hosting dinner parties/braai’s.
Contact for further inquiries or to discuss how I can assist you & your business, please get in touch. Let’s begin the journey toward unlocking your full leadership potential & driving business success.
What You Gain with
Working with me means gaining the advantage of over 35 years of experience in top tier businesses, corporate experience +,real entrepreneurial experience, executive coaching, team development & business strategy. My approach is both practical & insightful, drawing from extensive experience in FMCG, financial services, & technology sectors worldwide.
4.9 out of 5 rating on a leading coaching platform, Over 200 satisfied clients, 10,000+ hours of coaching & consulting & Personalized, confidential advice focused on your success
Qualifications & Certifications
- BSc Psychology, University of Southampton, UK
- Diploma in Coaching, South African College of Applied Psychology, Cape Town, South Africa
- Time to Think (Nancy Kline)
- Flawless Consulting (Peter Block)
- Member of COMENSA
- Enneagram/Five lens accredited
- Strategy: Leadership, Kantar Consulting University UK/USA/Singapore
- Strategy: Leadership, Mars, Inc University, USA
- Senior Strategy Programme, Henley Management College, UK
- Diploma in Marketing, Institute of Grocery Distribution, UK
- Founder/CEO/Director-of two companies: Curated Beverages &
- Get in touch and let’s chat
If any of these resonate with you, please contact me
- “I’d like to define my personal leadership brand to be true to myself & to have a bigger impact on my team & organization”
- “I need to up my game in communication including deep listening”
- “I need to up my game across key leadership skills”
- “I’d like to find a better work life balance so I can feel more in control & balanced”
- “I sometimes suffer from “not good enough” & imposter syndrome”
- “How can I manage conflict much better?”
- “I want to get clarity on career options”
- “I want to develop my resilience muscle”
- “Help me improve my influencing skills”
- “I am a perfectionist. How can I best manage that?”
- “I wish I wasn’t such a people pleaser. Any ideas on that?”
- “How can I improve my self-esteem & confidence?”
- “I’d like to find a way to get superior, consistent performance from my team & help them grow”
- “How can I really make psychological safety a key part of my leadership mission?”
- “How do I manage upwards more effectively”?
- “I need to stop micromanaging & learn how to delegate”
- “I need to be better at planning & prioritizing & time management”
- “How do I make the best decisions?”
- “I want to develop my management skills”
- “I need to lead my team through change. What’s the best way?”
- “I want to develop my strategic & critical thinking skills”
- “I would like to define my purpose/why & lead a more fulfilled life”
- “I need a vision. What’s the process?”
Contact Me
Schedule a conversation
Keith Stevens: keith@ilconsiglere.co.za
Phone: +27(0) 82 322 8934
