Trusted by global leaders

We help start-ups, scale-ups, and mature organizations develop their people and culture

  • 24/7 Confidential Counselors and Coaches (multilingual)
  • Certified: LVV, ADR, BrainCompass©, InsightsDiscovery™
  • Proven with: Embraer, KNVB, Hellman & Friedman

“1for2 helped us build a safer culture where issues are addressed early.”
Merle, CEO – Odin

We help with 3 things

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Trust & Safety

Protect your people

  • Improved speak-up culture
  • Safe reporting channels
  • Certified Confidential Counselors
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Independent
Confidential Counseling

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Growth

Scale without drama

  • Increased leadership alignment
  • Organization development
  • Innovation for talent growth
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Leadership, team development
& Executive Coaching.

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Continuity

Lead under pressure

  • Influenced dealmaking
  • From $6B merger to crisis talks
  • Negotiation training for professionals
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Crisis Resilience, Mediation, and International Negotiation

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Our Impact in Numbers

Impact Metrics of 1for2 Social Innovation

Explore our key numbers that showcase our effectiveness and reach.

1050+

leaders & teams supported

25+

25+ years navigating crisis

250+

Employees Safely Guided

4.6/5

Client Satisfaction

Voices of Change

See how organizations transformed with our guidance.

1for2 transformed our leadership. Counseling boosted wellbeing and cut legal costs by 22%.

Anna P.

HR Director


  • The independent Confidential Counseling Service increased employee wellbeing, the efficient and human-centric way of supporting reporters also led to a 22% decrease of our expenses for legal advice and ettlements.
    Andries P.
    Finance Director
  • Some in our logistics operations held our company completely hostage with their demands and communication style.
    We were advised to speak to 1for2; their humane and hands-on crisis approach helped resolve the issue. This is invaluable during tough times.
    Jan C.
    Logistics Director
  • The team coaching, based on insights Discovery, helped our team dynamics and me navigate significant changes effectively.
    Our stable performance and my improved insights also strengthened the relationship with our Executive leaders.
    Anne-Sophie G.
    Managing Director
  • When faced with bullying in the workplace, I reached out to the independent Confidential Counselor.
    They empowered, and guided me along the path of addressing the topic in the team and filing a complaint leading to the implementation of better policies.
    Roy D.
    Ops lead

Welcome to 1for2 Social Innovation

We help organizations build sustainable leadership and resilience where it matters most:
their people — especially in moments of crisis.

Hi, I’m Kirsten Heukels,

Since 2000, I’ve helped leaders turn tension into strength. From legal mediation to crisis coaching, I focus on prevention through Essential, Power, and Life Skills.

Warm Regards,

Kirsten Heukels

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Our Services at a glance

What we do

Independent, proven solutions that strengthen people, teams, and organizations — wherever resilience and leadership matter most.

Every service contributes to one goal: empowering people to perform, connect, and grow.

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Leadership Development

Programs built on our Essential, Power & Life Skills framework: practical, measurable, and aligned with your strategy.

Crisis Resilience & Mediation

We step in when tensions escalate. From hostile takeovers to executive fallouts, we de-escalate, protect reputations, and create space for collaboration.

Confidential Counseling

Independent, certified support for employees — safe reporting, early resolution, and clear next steps.

Human-Centered Solutions

Strategies that prioritize human needs, build trust, and foster a positive workplace culture.

Executive Coaching

Tailored 1-on-1 coaching for senior leaders and founders to decide faster, communicate clearer, and lead under pressure.

Profiling & Behavioral Analysis

Evidence-based profiling to strengthen hiring, teaming, communication, and high-stakes performance.


Ready for resilient teams?

Every strong culture starts with one conversation.

* No obligation. Fully confidential.

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