Thobias Solheim

Executive Coach
Professional Experience

Thobias (Thoby) Solheim is an Executive Coach with a passion for guiding individuals through profound personal and professional transformation. Since 2015, he has worked with leaders across industries who are seeking more than transition – they are seeking clarity, growth, and renewed direction.

Before becoming a coach, Thoby spent 19 years in global investment banking, including as a founding divisional director at Macquarie’s startup cash business in South Africa. His own journey through active alcohol addiction and subsequent recovery – beginning in 2009 – sparked a life-changing pivot from corporate leadership to a career of service, empowerment, and insight.

Thoby is known for his empathetic style, combined with deep understanding of the high-pressure dynamics in demanding, performance-driven careers. He works best with those prepared to think expansively, challenge limiting beliefs, and take bold steps forward. His clients value his ability to balance strategic thinking with personal authenticity, co-creating pathways for both individual and organisational evolution.

His clients span global hedge funds, asset managers, private equity firms, investment banks, family offices, and biosciences leaders.

Outside his coaching practice, Thoby embraces adventure. He is often found traversing continents on his motorcycle, pursuing freedom, sport, and new perspectives.

Thobias Solheim
Education
  • Masters in Management Coaching (cum laude)
Certifications
  • WABC Certified Business Coach™ (CBC™)
  • Time to Think Coach
  • Thomas International DISC practitioner
Languages Spoken
  • English
Further reading

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