Axel Wellbrock, the founder and general manager of Tokyo’s esteemed leadership development firm, Kay Group, as well as a Partner Coach with Wisdom8, an international, C-level executive coaching practice.
He leverages over two decades of executive coaching and team development expertise. His prowess lies in empowering executives to transform challenges into growth opportunities, leading to outstanding team performance.
Born to German parents and having spent his formative years in Japan, Axel is a true embodiment of multiculturalism. With professional footprints in seven countries and over 30 years of Japan immersion, he wields a unique perspective on global leadership challenges. His career journey includes pivotal roles at pharmaceutical titans like Boehringer Ingelheim, Bayer, Lilly, and AstraZeneca across various global markets.
Possessing an MBA from prestigious institutions like Harvard, Stanford, and Germany’s University of Tübingen, Axel is well-versed in an array of coaching methodologies, from solution-focused to cognitive-behavioral. In addition, he’s an adept user of numerous assessment tools. Beyond his coaching pursuits, he molds future leaders at Globis University, Japan, where he lectures on organizational behavior and leadership. Axel’s language proficiency spans English, French, German, and Japanese (N1), enhancing his cross-cultural acumen. Axel’s approach to enhancing workplace performance, underpinned by empathy, authenticity, and energy, has resulted in significant team performance improvement and elevated job satisfaction for his clients. As a coach, team developer, workshop facilitator, and sought-after speaker, Axel’s influence and unwavering commitment to leadership development transcend Tokyo, making him a vital contributor to the global business community
