Ben Clarke

Ben Clarke helps organizations align leadership, culture, and performance. He works with executive teams, founders, and senior leaders to strengthen trust, develop leadership capability, and turn strategy into meaningful action.

Ben brings a unique perspective shaped by two distinct careers. He spent fifteen years as an exploration geoscientist and technical leader in the global energy industry before transitioning into executive coaching, leadership development, and strategic People & Culture leadership. This combination allows him to work comfortably across technical, operational, and people-focused environments while helping leaders navigate complexity and change.

Over the past decade, Ben has served as a consultant, executive coach, Chief People Officer, HR Director, and Head of Leadership Development. He has worked with organizations ranging from founder-led businesses and non-profits to multinational corporations, financial institutions, technology companies, healthcare organizations, and energy firms across Canada, the United States, the Caribbean, Europe, and the Middle East.

Known for his curiosity, insight, and ability to build trust quickly, Ben helps leaders identify patterns, uncover root causes, and create practical solutions that improve both organizational performance and employee experience. His work focuses on creating healthier cultures, stronger leadership, and sustainable results.

Education/Training

PhD, Earth Sciences
University of Cambridge

Postdoctoral Research Fellow
University of Edinburgh

Professional Certified Coach (PCC)
International Coaching Federation

Executive Coach and Leadership Development Practitioner

Specialized Experience

  • Leadership Development & Executive Coaching
  • Executive Team Effectiveness
  • Culture Transformation & Employee Engagement
  • People Strategy & Organizational Effectiveness
  • Change Leadership & Organizational Transformation
  • Complex & Technical Organizations
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