With over 25 years as an international CEO and founder, Dane Hudson is one of Asia’s most sought-after leadership mentors. As the founder of Impactful Leadership, he provides coaching, mentoring, and strategic advisory to more than 150 founders and CEOs across India, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and Australia—from early-stage ventures to enterprises with revenues exceeding US$3 billion.

Empowering Founders and CEOs Through Proven Frameworks

Dane’s mentoring is anchored in a proven leadership framework that has helped over 700 C-level executives and high-potential leaders scale themselves, their teams, and their organisations. His programmes are highly tailored, designed in close alignment with each company’s unique context and growth challenges, ensuring maximum relevance and impact.

A Career Spanning Global Leadership

Before founding Impactful Leadership, Dane held senior roles including CEO, CFO, and SVP across sectors such as manufacturing, food, wine, facilities, and services. His last role saw him leading a workforce of over 200,000 people across Asia—including 60,000 in India—giving him deep insight into cross-cultural leadership, operational complexity, and scalable management.

From Strategy to Scale

Dane is particularly skilled at helping leaders navigate the shift from founder-led teams to structured, high-performance organisations. His experience scaling large operations equips him to support growth at all levels—from aligning leadership teams to refining execution. Whether he’s coaching a first-time founder or advising a seasoned CEO, Dane brings practical strategies that move businesses forward.

A Foundation in Learning and Leadership

Dane holds degrees in engineering and business from the University of Sydney and Columbia Business School. He has also completed executive education at Stanford and Hult Ashridge. As a certified coach and long-standing member of YPO (Young Presidents’ Organisation), Dane brings a rigorous, experience-backed approach to leadership development.

Personal Resilience and Global Perspective

Dane’s international outlook is not just professional—it’s personal. He has lived in 11 countries and moved house 29 times, building a deep appreciation for adaptability, culture, and human connection. Despite his demanding global career, Dane has been married to his wife Melinda for over 38 years. They have three daughters, each forging successful careers of their own while maintaining a balanced life—something Dane models in both his leadership and mentorship.

Conclusion

In summary, Dane Hudson is a trusted advisor to leaders navigating growth, complexity, and change. Through Impactful Leadership, he combines the wisdom of decades in global C-suite roles with the empathy of a coach who understands the human side of business. For founders and CEOs seeking to scale themselves and their companies with clarity, resilience, and purpose, Dane offers the guidance and partnership to lead at the next level.