Education / Training / Certifications

  • EIA Senior Practitioner & ITCA Team Coach Practitioner (EMCC Global)

  • Fellow of CIMA (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, UK)

  • FCPA (Fellow of CPA Australia)

  • FCPAi (Forensic Certified Public Accountant)

  • Microsoft Certified in AI & Data Platform Fundamentals

  • SAP Certified in Robotic Process Automation (iRPA)

  • CGMA (Chartered Global Management Accountant, AICPA)

 

Languages

  • English

Rosanne Mao

Location: Australia

Rosanne Mao is a senior executive coach with a rich background as a former CFO and HR Director, bringing decades of international experience across the U.S., Europe, Australia, and China. With certifications from EMCC Global, CIMA, CPA Australia, and AICPA, she specializes in executive presence, global mindset, intercultural intelligence, and system-wide transformation. Her coaching spans diverse industries like FMCG, tech, automotive, pharma, and finance.

She supports C-level leaders and directors through major transitions, including M&A integrations, global team building, and organizational change. Known for blending business acumen with coaching, Rosanne helps clients unlock performance, navigate complex environments, and create sustainable value. Clients include Roche, P&G, SAP, Porsche, Airbus, Motorola, and KPMG. She is based in Australia and coaches in English.

 

Notable Engagements

  • C-Level, High Technology: Led coaching on growth mindset, culture change, and cross-cultural virtual teams. Supported leadership development and strategic transformation, providing insights into global mobility, contract, and tax strategy.

  • C-Level, Chemical & FMCG: Applied organizational neuroscience to improve senior executive relationships, boost capability development, and build personalized growth plans.

  • Director, Oil & Gas, Tech & Health Services: Focused on resilient leadership, performance optimization, stakeholder motivation, collaboration, and compliance.

  • Director, Automotive & Global Logistics: Supported international expansion, plant openings, and global team formation during transitions into new markets and cultures.

Specialties

  • Business Acumen
  • Change Management
  • Diversity and Inclusion
  • Executive Presence
  • Global Mindset / Intercultural Effectiveness
  • Performance Management
  • Vision and Strategy
  • Women in Leadership

Client List

Rosanne works with individuals and teams across a broad range of industries—including FMCG, technology, automotive, pharmaceuticals, logistics, finance, and business services—to develop the leadership and management skills needed to drive impactful performance. Her client portfolio includes well-known organizations such as Roche, P&G, Air Liquide Group, Porsche Automotive, Airbus, SAP, KPMG, and Motorola.