According to the jury, 'his leadership and contribution is well-known. The position that he occupies in the fraternity is strategic and iconic. As a thinker and doer he is a role model and a believer in change.'

Mr Bresser was the first to develop the systematic and strategic design, implementation and improvement of coaching programmes in companies as a distinct discipline. Supported by his team, he is working for businesses/organisations worldwide today. He is the author of the book 'The global business guide for the successful use of coaching in organisations' (Sep 2010). Also, Bresser Consulting were the first to examine the situation and development of coaching worldwide (Global Coaching Survey, covering 162 countries).

'We offer CEOs/boards/HR/L&D/OD directors/managers a range of consultancy services around the design, implementation and optimization of coaching programmes. We fully tailor our services to the specific needs of each company and - in order to ensure professional objectivity - neither provide coachings / coach trainings ourselves, nor accept payments by third parties', says Mr Bresser. 'The awareness of the existence and benefits/ROI of our consultancy services has increased continuously in business over recent years. Receiving this award is a great honour and additional motivation to continue our hard work.'