Dan Gao
Global leadership coach and former VP at Nestlé and Perrigo
| Hourly rate range | $100 to $175 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | Leadership developmentTransitions and new rolesStrategy and decision makingCareer clarity and purposePromotions and advancement |
| Works with | Executives and Professionals |
| Also coaches | Career coach and Financial coach |
| Credentials | London Business School |
Dan Gao is a leadership coach who helps senior leaders and capable professionals think clearly during change. Dan is a former vice president at Nestlé and Perrigo. Dan has lived and worked in Asia, Europe, and the US, and has over twenty years of experience leading teams. Dan also held senior roles in a fast-growing, founder-led private company. Dan's coaching draws on that real leadership experience.
What Dan helps with
Dan works with leaders who face change, big decisions, or complexity. Many clients want space to think clearly and act with confidence.
- Stepping into a bigger role
- Rethinking career direction
- Leading a transformation
- Feeling stuck in complexity
- Making confident decisions under pressure
- Cutting through noise to find clarity
- Leading with confidence during transition
Who Dan works with
Dan's clients are capable professionals and senior leaders going through change. Some are stepping into bigger roles. Some are rethinking their career direction or leading a transformation. Many do not need more advice. They need room to think and decide.
Background and qualifications
Dan has over twenty years of experience leading teams and organizations through growth, change, and complexity. Dan held senior leadership roles at Nestlé, a global company, and Perrigo, a US-grounded public company. Dan also worked in a fast-growing, founder-led private business. Dan has lived and worked across Asia, Europe, and the US. Dan led large, diverse teams and made high-stakes decisions. Dan is connected with London Business School.
Dan Gao pricing
Programs and services
- Strategic clarity and execution program for senior leaders
- Custom hourly coaching
Dan Gao reviews
Dan Gao has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 2 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
The CoachVouch take
A former VP at Nestlé and Perrigo who has built businesses across Asia, Europe, and the US.
Best for senior leaders who face change and want space to think clearly before a big decision.
Common questions
How much does Dan Gao charge?
Coaching with Dan runs $100 to $175 an hour. Message Dan from this page for an exact quote.
What does Dan Gao help with?
Dan Gao helps with stepping into a bigger role, rethinking career direction, leading a transformation and feeling stuck in complexity.
Does Dan Gao have reviews?
Dan Gao has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 2 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
Is Dan Gao certified?
Dan Gao lists: London Business School.
What kind of leaders does Dan Gao coach?
Dan coaches senior leaders and capable professionals who are navigating change. This includes stepping into bigger roles, rethinking career direction, and leading transformation.
How do I contact Dan Gao?
Send Dan a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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