Expert profile

Dr. Catrin Kost

I am a cultural scientist, trainer, and organizational developer. Above all, I am fascinated by people—and by how quickly we can learn and grow. Many topics drive me, but my focus is on changeability: the ability to deal confidently with constant change. I see this as a contribution to future-proofing in an increasingly fast-paced world. In my formats, I create spaces for reflection, experimentation, and exchange on an equal footing—practical, effective, and with an eye to future viability. For people and organizations that want to not only manage change, but shape it.

training focus

Management & Leadership
Personal and Social Skills
International Business
Learning & Development
Digital Transformation & Change Management

Professional experience

Trainer / Coach / Consultant (2022)
- Department: Other
- Industry: Services
- Company size: Up to 9 employees
- Description: Self-employed work, including in industry and automotive; mechanical and plant engineering; trade and consumer goods; technology and IT; consulting and continuing education; universities and research; public sector and non-profit
Trainer / Coach / Consultant (2022 - 2023)
- Department: Other
- Industry: Consulting
- Company size: Up to 9 employees
- Description: China Lead & Senior Design Researcher: Strategy consulting for the automotive industry; future and trend research (smart cities, MaaS, customer behavior) in the People's Republic of China; development of agile foresight frameworks; research and workshops.
Trainer / Coach / Consultant (2021 - 2022)
- Department: Other
- Industry: Services
- Company size: Up to 9 employees
- Description: Sole proprietorship in Aarhus (DK). In this context, training and coaching (B2B, B2C) on stress/self-management and resilience in Danish and English.
Specialist / Expert (2011 - 2022)
- Department: Research & Development
- Industry: Education
- Company size: Up to 9 employees
- Description: International academic career with a focus on China. Leadership of international teams, strategic project management, organizational and curriculum development, research and analysis, moderation, high-level communication.

Qualifications

Integral Organizational Development (imu Augsburg, 2026)
Certified Business Trainer, Coach, and Change Management Consultant (Acus Academy, 2023)
Innovation Workshop Facilitator (Creaffective, 2023)
Facilitaping (C2D GmbH, 2024)
Innovation Architect (Kibun GmbH, 2024)
Resilience and Business Coach (HBT Academy, 2022)