New Boyden study reveals CEE executives prioritize safety, quality of life, and family integration over salary when relocating, with Poland, Czech Republic, and Hungary leading.
Antti Kauppi is a leadership development advisor and organizational psychologist who partners with Boards, executives, and leadership teams to strengthen performance, resilience, and decision-making. He brings extensive experience in leadership assessment, executive coaching, and team development, helping organizations navigate growth, transformation, and complex business challenges across international and private equity-backed environments.
Professional Focus
- Organizational psychologist with experience advising leaders, leadership teams, and organizations since 2012
- Specializes in leadership assessment, executive coaching, and leadership team development
- Helps organizations navigate complex decisions, strengthen resilience, and improve performance during periods of growth, change, and uncertainty
- Advises on leadership profiling and assessment for strategically critical roles across international markets
Business Expertise
- Trusted advisor to boards, executives, and leadership teams across manufacturing, healthcare, financial services, consulting, and the third sector
- Experienced in C-level management audits, executive assessment, coaching, and leadership team effectiveness
- Has supported global manufacturing organizations as a strategic leadership partner, helping develop leaders and teams across international operations
- Combines expertise in organizational psychology and strategy execution to align leadership capability with business objectives
- Frequent speaker and facilitator on leadership resilience, crisis leadership, and high-performing leadership teams
Additional Expertise
- Private Equity & Venture Capital
- Global/Multinational Organizations
- Manufacturing and industrial businesses
- Technology and IT operating models
Education & Certifications
- Master's Degree in Psychology; Licensed Psychologist
- INSEAD Certified Executive Coach
- Cornell University Certified in Strategic Change Leadership
- Certified Management Consultant (CMC)
- Hogan Assessment Certification from Summit
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