About Carpe Vita
Carpe Vita Training & Coaching was founded in 2014 by Petra Groot Nibbelink. The name Carpe Vita — “Seize Life” — reflects our belief that organisations thrive when leaders and teams fully realise their potential.
Carpe Vita specialises in leadership development, team building, and advisory trajectories that support organisations in strengthening collaboration, leadership effectiveness, and sustainable performance. Over the years, we have worked with a wide range of organisations in both the Netherlands and Sint Maarten, supporting leaders, leadership teams, and employees across different sectors.
Through leadership programs, team development trajectories, and strategic advisory support, we help organisations address real challenges, improve communication and teamwork, and build strong leadership at all levels. Our approach is practical, people-focused, and always tailored to the context and ambitions of each organisation.
We collaborate with an experienced network of trainers and coaches, enabling us to deliver high-quality, customised programs that create lasting impact — both for individuals and for the organisation as a whole.
About Petra
Petra Groot Nibbelink is the founder of Carpe Vita Training & Coaching and brings over 23 years of leadership and professional experience in the financial sector, both in the Netherlands and Sint Maarten. Throughout her career, she has held various leadership and management roles, giving her a deep understanding of the realities leaders and teams face within complex organisations.
Her extensive experience in the financial sector has shaped her practical, results-driven approach to leadership development. Over the years, Petra has become deeply motivated to help leaders, managers, and teams unlock their full potential — not only by developing skills, but by increasing self-awareness, ownership, and sustainable impact.
Petra sets high standards for herself and is known for her ability to inspire participants through a combination of real-world experience, reflection, and clear direction.
In her trainings and leadership programs, Petra brings together her leadership experience, coaching expertise, and deep knowledge of human behaviour. She creates a safe yet challenging environment where participants are encouraged to reflect, grow, and take meaningful steps toward more effective leadership and collaboration.
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