Sanita Pukite

Biography

Sanita Pukite is an executive leadership coach with over 20 years of global experience in leadership development, corporate strategy, and cross-functional leadership. She specializes in leadership transitions, executive presence, and strategic influence, helping senior leaders, executives, and high-potential professionals navigate complex business environments.

Sanita has coached leaders across Fortune 500 companies, multinational corporations, and fast-growing firms, with deep expertise in healthcare, global industries, and CEO advisory. Her work spans EMEA, APAC, and international markets, making her particularly adept at guiding executives stepping into high-visibility roles, leading cross-cultural teams, and managing leadership transitions.

Known for her direct, strategic, and results-driven approach, Sanita helps leaders gain clarity, build influence, and lead with confidence. She integrates strategic insight, academic rigor, and empathy to support career transitions, stakeholder management, executive communication, and high-stakes decision-making.

Before coaching, Sanita spent 16 years in leadership roles at Johnson & Johnson, leading large-scale projects, cross-functional teams, and strategic initiatives across 55+ countries. She holds an Executive MBA from INSEAD and leadership development certifications from Harvard Kennedy School, Columbia University, and the University of Cape Town.

Passionate about leadership impact, Sanita empowers executives to step into their next role with confidence, drive organizational influence, and build lasting leadership legacies.

Niche Areas of Expertise

• Emotional Intelligence
• Executive Presence
• Intercultural Communications
• Leaders in Transition

Languages

• English
• Latvian