Finance

In finance, trust is key.

Training and coaching designed for fast-moving, high-responsibility environments - where precision, confidence and credibility matter.

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What we work on.

We partner with finance teams and organisations to help their people communicate with clarity, lead with credibility and build trusted relationships, within the business and beyond.

Our work spans from analyst to executive across banking, asset management, insurance and corporate finance functions.

Typical focus areas

Client and stakeholder communication.

Prepare for high-stakes meetings, reporting presentations and performance conversations.

Data storytelling.

Help finance professionals present complex insights to non-financial audiences with clarity and confidence.

Leadership presence.

Equip managers and leaders to guide teams, give feedback and lead with nuance across hierarchies.

Cross-border collaboration.

Strengthen coordination across global teams, departments and business units.

Stakeholder influence.

Build trust and impact with clients, boards and senior leaders when every word counts.

The three pillars of growth in finance.

Behind every high-performing finance team are three things that make the difference: clear communication, credible leadership and a culture that supports both.
Explore how each of these comes to life in your world.

Trusted by leading finance organisations across Europe.

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What to expect.

We work at your rhythm: precise, focused, and with attention to detail.

Custom-fit content

Designed around real-world financial scenarios and organisational contexts.

Concrete outcomes

Measurable improvements in clarity, confidence and stakeholder impact.

Fast trust-building

Our coaches create safe space quickly so people can stretch and grow.

Flexible schedules

Sessions that fit around busy reporting cycles and business demands.

Practical impact

Skills used immediately in client meetings, management updates or board discussions.

Experienced coaches

Senior facilitators with deep finance and leadership experience.

Practical training built around work realities and the people behind it.

We develop distinct communication, leadership and people & culture programs around the three levers which in combination actually provide impact: the person, the strategy and the skills.

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The Person

The Inner Foundation. We start with self-awareness: addressing the confidence and internal barriers that truly hold experts back. Growth begins with inner clarity.

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The Strategy

The Business Driver. We connect every skill to strategic outcomes: winning clients, driving performance and representing the firm in critical situations. 

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The Skills

Real-Play Practice. We build skills through 'real-play' practicing with your actual presentations, client challenges and team dynamics.

Communication for finance.

Our programs help finance professionals translate complex analysis into clear messages that inform decisions, inspire trust, and move business forward.

Programs

Presenting with impact – Finance edition.

Turn data and analysis into concise, compelling narratives.

Stakeholder communication mastery.

Build credibility with clients, senior leaders, and internal stakeholders.

Client-centric communication.

Strengthen relationships through listening, clarity, and empathy.

Explaining complex topics simply.

Translate technical or regulatory detail into language others can act on.

Presenting to senior leadership.

Structure recommendations and key messages for time-scarce executives.

“Grounded in academic research, this training is a very valuable investment in our company’s leadership development and our commitment to fostering an inclusive working environment.”
Joke Janssen
DKV
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Leadership for finance.

Leadership in finance isn’t about being the loudest voice. It’s about creating clarity when others see only complexity.


These programs help leaders communicate direction, manage pressure, and create clarity, even in uncertainty.

Programs

Leadership fundamentals for experts.

A one-day fundamentals course on effective people leadership.

Leaders in action.

Deep-dive into knowing yourself as a leader and applying the tools and skills to drive your team to success. 

Communicating with your teams.

Course for leaders who understand leadership but are struggling with the conversations they need to have. 

Feedback for appraisals.

Turn reviews into real development conversations.

Focus on inclusion.

Lead diverse or global teams with authenticity.

“Spark has been giving us executive communication training and believe me, they are the real deal. Their approach is truly hands-on, facilitating application afterwards. 5 star ratings given by our participants!”
Nele Van Hooste
HR Director, Galapagos
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People & Culture for finance.

Sustainable performance requires trust, inclusion, and collaboration.

These programs help finance teams build cultures where people perform, stay engaged and grow, even in demanding environments.

Programs

Team collaboration.

Build trust and coordination across functions and geographies.

Psychological safety.

Enable open dialogue and learning in high-responsibility teams.

Inclusive workplace.

Create cultures where every voice contributes to performance and innovation.

Values in action.

Keep integrity and clarity at the heart of daily decisions.

Intercultural collaboration.

Navigate cultural nuances across global teams and clients.

 

Proven impact.

9.2 /10
Average program rating
+ 95 %
would recommend Spark to a colleague
+ 150
Coachings per year

Ready to start?

Let’s talk about where your people are today — and what will help them go further tomorrow.

In good company.

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Isabel Finance Logo
Febelfin Finance Logo
DKV Finance Logo
Degroof Finance Logo
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Credendo Finance Logo
Candriam Finance Logo
CA Autobank Finance Logo
AG Finance Logo
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