Peer to Peer Coaching for Partners
Brunswick Group HQ, London
ULA offers leadership development support, blending AI-assisted coaching, science-backed leadership frameworks, and immersive, self-paced learning journeys.
Backed by scientific research and anchored in the 4C+ Model, our programs prepare leaders - from C-suite executives to aspiring managers - to adapt, coach, inspire and build coaching cultures.
ULA and everything we do at ULA began with Ruchira Chaudhary’s groundbreaking book - the blueprint behind our workshops, learning toolkits, and AI-assisted coaching - unlocking the coaching mindset.
Brunswick Group HQ, London
Charles and Keith Group, Singapore
The University of Chicago Booth School of Business, Asia
The American Club Singapore
Bank of Baroda, Singapore
DB Schenker (now DSV), India
Hinrich Foundation (virtual)
DB Schenker (now DSV) Asia Pacific
Penguin Random House, India
Artha Global
Trout Point Lodge, Nova Scotia, Canada
Dasra, India
Ladies Who Lead, India
Transunion CIBIL, India
LoweMullen Lintas Group in collaboration with Harappa Education, Mumbai, India
Isha Leadership Academy, Coimbatore
The University of Chicago Center in Delhi, India
Ruchira’s Leader-as-Coach workshops for our senior leadership team were outstanding and transformative. Her approach was masterful — combining research-based insights with practical tools that resonated deeply with our leaders. Ruchira has a unique ability to inspire, challenge, and energize, creating an engaging space for reflection and growth. These sessions have been a game-changer in helping our leaders embrace coaching as a core part of their leadership.
CEO, Charles & Keith Group
In a world that places increasing demands on global organizations and their leaders, Ruchira is a huge asset in creating cohesive, impact-oriented cultures. She has a unique blend of empathy and theoretical depth that allows her to get to the heart of complex issues within a team of strong-minded individuals and create space for honest reflection and solutioning that helps us get to the next level within the Gates Foundation’s India leadership team.
Country Director, India and Lead – Policy and Government Relations, South and South-East Asia | Gates Foundation
Ruchira’s wisdom and insights on Coaching in a Crisis and in a Hybrid World are phenomenal. I have devoured her book, which I believe is the best leadership book available. I have also participated in her signature workshop, “Leaders as Coaches,” based on insights from her extraordinary book. I highly recommend it to anyone who wishes to be a better leader and coach.
Clinical Professor of Economics I Booth School of Business, University of Chicago
Ruchira’s coaching and facilitation expertise is transformational. Her unique ability to combine deep insights with practical strategies profoundly impacted my leadership team at Penguin. Her session on leaders as coaches was extraordinary. As an accomplished author and thought leader, she inspires clarity, confidence, and growth in every session. A true game-changer in leadership development. We can’t wait to publish her next best seller.
CEO | Penguin Random House, India, SEA and MENA
At our recently concluded Asia Leadership Meeting, Ruchira facilitated a bespoke, engaging and transformative workshop translated from her award-winning book – guiding us to reflect, reframe, and refresh our thinking, especially in the face of challenging transitions. She has been closely involved with our leadership team in Schenker India for a few years and we were delighted to bring that experience to APAC.
CEO | Asia Pacific at DB Schenker
Coaching and leadership are critical for the development of Allied Health Professionals in Singapore. The excellent Uncommon Leadership Workshop for members of the Singapore Society of Radiographers and its content were valued and well-received by our membership. We look forward to working with Ruchira again to encourage coaching, continue education and develop the right skills in our DRRT community.
President | Society of Singapore Radiographers
What makes Ruchira stand out is her unique blend of experience across diverse industries and the empathy she has for both leaders and those who are led. We worked with her for a leadership development session, and we are simply grateful for her time with us. She is quick-thinking, savvy and supportive, showing us how to get to the heart of any workplace challenge. We were impressed! Any leader or organization seeking to optimize their human capital potential would be empowered by Ruchira’s clarity and wisdom.
Hinrich Foundation, Singapore
Ruchira’s insightful leadership coaching session left a lasting impact on our leadership team. She emphasized the importance of building a coaching culture in organizations which resonated deeply with our mission at Dasra. She challenged us to think differently about leadership to foster an environment that nurtures talent, cultivates potential, and amplifies the impact we can have on the communities we serve. Thank you, Ruchira, for your valuable insights, and your outstanding book!
Co-founder and Partner | Dasra
A true triple threat: Executive, Academic, Author. Ruchi has been a friend and leader in the field of coaching. As part of her book release tour, I had the pleasure of moderating a conversation on “leaders as coaches” based on her award-winning book for the American Chambers of Commerce (AmCham) Singapore. Ruchira brought clarity, purpose and explained why every leader should be a coach who elevates and empowers others. Lessons for all managers who aspire to be impactful leaders.
Head | Catapult Executive Leadership and Innovation Institute, Singapore
Ruchira’s book has become an essential part of every leader’s toolkit at Schenker India, and there is great anticipation for her next one. Her Uncommon Leadership session provided an opportunity to reflect on individual journeys, revisit moments of both peaks and plateaus, and strategically navigate challenges for continued growth. Thank you, Ruchira Chaudhary, for your powerful and compelling session. It was truly thrilling to reflect on our individual journeys and continue our growth stories.
CEO | Schenker India
Ruchira’s seminal contribution lies in demystifying coaching—stripping it of exclusivity—and making it an accessible, everyday practice for business leaders. Her book, now a staple on bestseller lists for four years, has rightfully become essential reading for leaders. As we continue to navigate the evolving landscape of leadership, we eagerly await more of Ruchira’s insightful contributions and original ideas, confident that she will inspire and empower many more uncommon leaders in the years to come.
Chief Business Officer I Mahindra Holidays and Resorts
Ruchira’s book and her message on leaders as coaches deeply resonated with me. Her strategies for empowering teams and elevating leadership are invaluable. Ruchira’s signature workshop on “Unlocking Uncommon Leadership” was groundbreaking for us due to her profound understanding of exceptional leadership, shared through an insightful, interactive session, well-researched views, and timeless advice.
Managing Director and CEO | TransUnion CIBIL Limited
The leadership session conducted by Ruchira for Greaves Cotton’s executive team was truly transformative. The workshop left a lasting impact, inspiring us to think differently and lead more effectively. It was a unique experience that I highly recommend for any organization aiming to nurture leadership capabilities.
Vice Chairman of the Board, Greaves Cotton
We had the distinct pleasure and privilege of inviting Ruchira to facilitate an exclusive session for women leaders at the University of Chicago Center, Delhi. Drawing from her award-winning book, she provided rich insights, actionable strategies, and practical tips that inspired profound reflection and significantly reframed our mindset. Her guidance motivated us to aspire higher and equipped us with the tools to lead and coach others with confidence and clarity.
Head, The University of Chicago Center, India
The ‘leader as coach’ workshop led by Ruchira was an incredibly enriching experience for the BMGF India leadership team. Her adept facilitation and deep understanding of coaching principles created an engaging learning experience for our leaders and equipped us with valuable skills to cultivate a coaching mindset. I highly recommend this workshop to any organization seeking to develop strong, empathetic leaders.
Country Lead Human Resources India Country Office | Gates Foundation
Ruchira has an impressive ability to bring coaching concepts to life in actionable and tangible ways. Our Management Team’s time spent with Ruchira at the Trout Point Lodge gave everyone a renewed sense of confidence to lead, nurture and empower our people – a better investment would be difficult to imagine.
Owner and MD – Trout Point Lodge, Nova Scotia, Canada
Ruchira’s leadership workshop was a transformative experience for our management team at The American Club. Her ability to distill complex leadership concepts into practical, actionable insights helped us reflect deeply on how we show up as leaders – not just for our teams, but for the Members we serve every day. We’re grateful for the opportunity to partner with her and look forward to future collaborations.
General Manager, The American Club Singapore
Uncommon Leadership Academy is on a mission to transform how leaders grow – through AI-assisted coaching, immersive learning, and science-backed frameworks.
Founded by Ruchira Chaudhary and Alvin Hew, we bring together human insight and ethical AI to support leadership at every level.
From boardroom transformation to cultural reinvention, our workshops are where uncommon leadership takes root. Grounded in real-world leadership challenges and fueled by AI-assisted follow-through, each session is designed to spark lasting growth – starting now.
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