Ben Capell

Ben Capell

Location: Hong Kong

Biography

Dr. Ben Capell is an executive coach and senior organizational development consultant with nearly 20 years of experience helping leaders elevate their impact, overcome organizational challenges, and improve team performance. His key areas of expertise include leadership development, team effectiveness, cross-cultural collaboration, and inclusion.

Ben has designed and led large-scale talent and leadership initiatives across global organizations. At Hewlett-Packard, he held regional and global roles in leadership development, diversity and inclusion, talent management, and employee engagement. As a consultant, he has partnered with companies including Google, Nike, Unilever, Roche, Marriott, Bank of America Merrill Lynch, UBS, and Danfoss—delivering impactful, sustainable results across sectors.

With a background in psychology and a global career spanning roles in Hong Kong, the U.S., Japan, Israel, Spain, Indonesia, and Turkey, Ben brings deep cross-cultural insights. He is fluent in English, Hebrew, Spanish, Catalan, and Japanese, and has led multicultural teams across diverse geographies. Additionally, he collaborates with leading academic institutions, including the Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong Baptist University, and the University of Hong Kong.

Ben is known for his coaching style—supportive, insightful, and grounded in real-world application. Clients appreciate his ability to build trust, create safe spaces for reflection, and translate complex leadership challenges into clear, actionable steps. His coaching empowers executives to lead with clarity, resilience, and purpose.

Niche Areas of Expertise

  • C-Suite
  • Career Development
  • Change Management
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Executive Presence
  • Globalization
  • HR Advisory

Industry Experience

  • Education
  • Financial Services
  • Government
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Retail
  • Apparel, Accessories & Luxury Goods
  • Energy
  • Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Technology Hardware & Equipment

Languages

  • English
  • Hebrew
  • Spanish

Education

  • Tel Aviv College of Management - BA, Human Resources
  • ESADE - MS, Management Sciences
  • University of Hartford - MA, Clinical Psychology
  • ESADE - PhD, Management Sciences

Certifications

  • ICF - ACC
  • Hogan
  • Licensed Psychologist
  • Team Coaching (EMCC)

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