Passionate to inspire you!

David lives in Chiang Mai, Thailand, is married to Natascha and is father of four teenagers. He is a associate certified coach with the International Coaching Federation and has earned the distinction of being selected as a top Executive Coach by coachfoundation.com. David values hard work and fun, as well as being flexible. At the same time he strives for excellence and is constantly learning new things. His curiosity is your asset.

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Before moving to Thailand David lived in Laos for 18 years, where he owns Asiastar Business Consultants and www.dalando.biz and co-founded several other small businesses and initiatives. 

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Laos is a place full of incredible people, but also many challenges. It is among the poorest nations of the world. David's businesses were set up with a long-term perspective and for the greater good.

 

 

"It is my belief that we are in this world for a greater purpose: Knowing and glorifying God. This understanding guides everything I do." David R. Landes

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David walks alongside leaders who want to make a difference in this world through their businesses and projects. Everyone needs a companion, when on a journey. Learning together is what it's all about.

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Cross-cultural experiences have been formative for David. Born 1977 in the Netherlands, he spent his early childhood in Burkina Faso and Cote d'Ivoire. In Germany, his home country, David gathered experience with small business consulting and event management. Given the opportunity, he travelled Southeast Asia extensively and settled in Laos in 2005.

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