Sharon Sands is a partner in Heidrick & Struggles’ London office and a member of the global leadership team for consulting as head of the leadership development, leadership assessment, and coaching practices. She has led the design teams and managed some of the firm’s largest global leadership performance and assessment programs and pioneered a first-to-market AI-led digital assessment focused on leadership agility. Sharon leads the firm’s approach and methodology for CEO succession and acceleration. With more than 20 years of experience as a leadership consultant and executive coach, and a deep understanding of behavioural complexity in organisational systems, Sharon helps leaders shape their organisations and accelerate performance. Her work reflects a commitment to leadership development that empowers individuals to perform at their full potential and fosters environments where others can thrive. Sharon started her career in engineering before leading talent development for a global manufacturing and luxury automotive franchise business.