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North of Impact is a premier leadership coach offering specialized training & advisory from experiences of decades of climate and sustainability leadership. From the unique setting of the Arctic north you meet someone who truly understands the need for realism, resiliencebuilding and regenerative approaches when building our strategies, businesses and investment portfolios.

Our focus includes empowering individuals through impactful leadership development programs, mentorships, providing insights on what real, measurable impact investments and strategies are, and sharing thought leadership through publications, dialogues and facilitation of meetings.

Meet the Team

  • Brita Staal

    FOUNDER

    Brita is a climate and impact lead in multiple research and innovation programs, columnist in Norways leading technical news magazine, climate tech and climate NGO founder and impact investor.

    As a seasoned climate risk expert and sustainability strategist Brita has seen commitments and strategies come and go from big corporates and investors. The search for real impact revealed a need for a very different approach, one that she is now teaching and gathering momentum for through North of Impact.

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/brita-staal/

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  • JOHANNE GUSTAVSEN

    PROJECT LEAD

    With extensive experience in project management, business development, and innovation, combined with a deep commitment to sustainability, Johanne has valuable expertise in leading complex projects, managing cross-functional teams, and driving strategic growth initiatives. She has worked broadly with sustainability-focused projects, strategy, and impact-driven business development, helping organizations scale with purpose.

    Johanne combines analytical skills with a hands-on approach to problem-solving and execution, and also supports early-stage startups with growth strategies and business development, branding, digital marketing, strategic communication and market positioning.

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/johanne-regine-gustavsen/

“This workshop was powerful; using foresight to look into possible futures, for then enabling a strategy that can take us to our preferred world state was eye-opening to say the least.
Highly recommended.”

Frode, CEO energy industry

“The mentorship transformed my business and enabled me to reach my potential and to be a rewarded sustainability champion in my industry. I can't praise the mentorship enough.  Brita quickly understood my needs, and the entire collaboration was seamless, professional and empowering. Thank you for the fantastic help you have provided!”

Silje, CEO agriculture industry.

“The leadership training was transformative and insightful. It helped me grow both personally and professionally, and enabled me to be a true leader - true to myself and our planet.”

Kim, CEO leadership network