Philanthropy is more than the transfer of wealth. It is the opportunity to shape a better future with intention.

I work with women of wealth who want their giving to feel clear, purposeful, and aligned with what matters most to them.

My role is to bring structure to decision making, help shape a more coherent approach, and support progress where it is difficult to move forward.

Over time, I have seen that generosity is rarely the challenge. More often, it is the absence of clarity, alignment, and direction that prevents giving from realising its full potential.

© Céline Michel

I bring together analytical rigour and emotional intelligence, helping clients think clearly, make considered decisions, and move forward with confidence.

My perspective is shaped by experience across private banking, executive coaching, strategic research, and philanthropic governance, including trustee and grants committee leadership for a UK-wide charity. This gives my advisory work both a donor-facing and sector-facing perspective: the ambition of philanthropy, and the practical judgement required to direct resources well.

Many women come to philanthropy with deep intent, but without a clear structure for the decisions ahead. My work helps turn that intent into a considered approach: one that honours values, respects complexity, and can translate into meaningful action.

Having grown up in Ireland and lived across Asia, Europe, and the United States, I now live between Switzerland and London. This international perspective informs a practice that is grounded, discreet, and intentionally personal.

Much of my work begins with a conversation →

Strategic philanthropy advisory for thoughtful donors and the advisers who support them.