Lumminos is a full-service coaching consultancy. Founded in 2008 by Julia Kerr Henkel, the company and its global network of professional coaches, change management and organisational development consultants partner with corporate teams, executives, professional and private individuals, coaches, teachers, parents and young adults as they bravely transition through organisational, professional and personal change. We dare our clients to dare greatly. Are you brave enough?
Our five key services include:
- Organisational development, team coaching and depth process work
- Individual professional and personal coaching
- Corporate leadership development, journey management and facilitation
- Coach mentoring
- Public programs and workshops
Our services are facilitated through a diverse network of local and international associates who share a common philosophy and attitude towards serving people with courage, authenticity, professionalism, directness and a necessary sense of humour.
We have clients and a professional presence in South Africa, Botswana, Mauritius, United Kingdom, Europe, Ireland and the USA.
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ABOUT LUMMINOS
ABOUT LUMMINOS
Our five key services:
- Organisational development, team coaching and depth process work
- Individual professional and personal coaching
- Corporate leadership development, journey management and facilitation
- Coach mentoring
- Public programs and workshops
Our services are facilitated through a diverse network of local and international associates who share a common philosophy and attitude towards serving people with courage, authenticity, professionalism, directness and a necessary sense of humour.
We have clients and a professional presence in South Africa, Botswana, Mauritius, United Kingdom, Europe, Ireland and the USA.

JULIA KERR HENKEL
The Founder
Lumminos was founded by Julia Kerr Henkel in 2008. Julia is a certified PCC-level Integral Coach® through USA-based New Ventures West, the International Coach Federation and the University of Cape Town’s Graduate School of Business Centre for Coaching. She is also one of Brené Brown’s Certified Dare to Lead Facilitators – one of three in Africa – trained to deliver her programs to corporates, NGO’s, teachers and community members.
She is an Organisational Development Program Designer and Facilitator, seasoned Communications and People Change Management consultant and Keynote Speaker. Her current topic “A call to courage” is in hot demand right now.
With our team of ICF accredited associates, Lumminos primarily works with corporate Exco, senior management teams, professional and private individuals who are often dealing strategic, leadership, relationship, interpersonal communications and life-balance challenges and transitions.
At Lumminos, we value the Accomplishment of Meaningful Work, Authenticity, Courage, Humour, Learning and Creative Collaboration.
The Founder
Lumminos was founded by Julia Kerr Henkel in 2008. Julia is a certified PCC-level Integral Coach® through USA-based New Ventures West, the International Coach Federation and the University of Cape Town’s Graduate School of Business Centre for Coaching. She is also one of Brené Brown’s Certified Dare to Lead Facilitators – one of three in Africa – trained to deliver her programs to corporates, NGO’s, teachers and community members.
She is an Organisational Development Program Designer and Facilitator, seasoned Communications and People Change Management consultant and Keynote Speaker. Her current topic “A call to courage” is in hot demand right now.
With our team of ICF accredited associates, Lumminos primarily works with corporate Exco, senior management teams, professional and private individuals who are often dealing strategic, leadership, relationship, interpersonal communications and life-balance challenges and transitions.
At Lumminos, we value the Accomplishment of Meaningful Work, Authenticity, Courage, Humour, Learning and Creative Collaboration.

“Walk with the dreamers, the believers, the courageous, the cheerful, the planners, the doers, the successful people with their heads in the clouds and their feet on the ground. Let their spirit ignite a fire within you to leave this world better than when you found it.” – Wilferd Peterson
Our Offering
What we're focusing on in 2023
Considering our world, businesses and households are in an uncomfortable state of flux, we’ve streamlined our offerings to provide you with hope, courage and the necessary skills and support you need most to thrive in 2023.
Considering our world, businesses and households are in an uncomfortable state of flux, we’ve streamlined our offerings to provide you with hope, courage and the necessary skills and support you need most to thrive in 2023.
Keynotes
If you are after some inspiration and practical takeaways look into one of our 3 keynotes:
1. Calling All to Courage: Drawing on all you’ve got for times like these
2. Returning Home: From Bali to Bryanston – A South African’s lessons of resilience after being locked out during lockdown
Dare to Lead™ courage building programs
Any one of our online sessions, in person workshops or modules can stand alone or be built into your existing leadership development programs. Designed to build practical, measurable skills for your work, team and life, covering the daring leadership and practical courage building skillset of Dare to Lead™ based on the empirical research of Brené Brown. Lumminos’ MD, Julia Kerr Henkel, was taught by Brené in 2019 and she is part of a global community of Certified Dare to Lead Facilitators accredited to facilitate this curriculum.
Team coaching and cohesion
Working with your team to assist you to identify what’s not working and to skilfully learn the behaviours needed to create a courageous, inclusive culture where all feel safe enough to have tough conversations and to repair any cracks which have appeared due to strained interpersonal dynamics, complex layers of uncertainty and changes in your business and ways of working.
Connection in spite of separation
Using the Enneagram system our programs are designed to increase tolerance for diversity and to build individual and team self-awareness, accountability and interpersonal strategies so you can pull together rather than apart during times of high pressure, virtual and social distancing.
Individual coaching
Whether you’re a corporate executive, professional, entrepreneur or private individual, our one-to-one coaching programs (virtual or in person) are specifically designed to give you a non-judgemental place to
question, vent, sense-make and practice new skills and strategies based on your objectives, desired outcomes and timeframe.

Keynotes
If you are after some inspiration and practical takeaways look into one of our 3 keynotes:
1. Calling All to Courage: Drawing on all you’ve got for times like these
2. Returning Home: From Bali to Bryanston – A South African’s lessons of resilience after being locked out during lockdown
Dare to Lead™ courage building programs
Any one of our online sessions, in person workshops or modules can stand alone or be built into your existing leadership development programs. Designed to build practical, measurable skills for your work, team and life, covering the daring leadership and practical courage
building skillset of Dare to Lead™ based on the empirical research of Brené Brown. Lumminos’ MD, Julia Kerr Henkel, was taught by Brené in 2019 and she is part of a small global community of Certified Dare to Lead Facilitators accredited to facilitate this curriculum.


Team coaching and cohesion
Working with your team to assist you to identify what’s not working and to skilfully learn the behaviours needed to create a courageous, inclusive culture where all feel safe enough to have tough conversations and to repair any cracks which have appeared due to strained interpersonal dynamics, complex layers of uncertainty and changes in your business and ways of working.
Connection in spite of separation
Using the Enneagram system our programs are designed to increase tolerance for diversity and to build individual and team self-awareness, accountability and interpersonal strategies so you can pull together rather than apart during times of high pressure, virtual and social distancing.


Individual coaching
Whether you’re a corporate executive, professional, entrepreneur or private individual, our one-to-one coaching programs (virtual or in person) are specifically designed to give you a non-judgemental place to
question, vent, sense-make and practice new skills and strategies based on your objectives, desired outcomes and timeframe.
Keynotes
Recent Articles
Don’t miss the mark on empathy, says Julia Kerr Henkel, MD of Lumminos
We all tend to think of ourselves, perhaps somewhat generously, as being empathetic – maybe even great listeners. But are you really? What does it take to be truly empathetic, and what difference does empathy make? Also –what’s the effect when we get it wrong?
March 11, 2023
Why is strong EQ and SQ so important in the workplace?
Emotional quotient (EQ) is the capability of individuals to recognise their own emotions and those of others, to be able to discern between different feelings and label them appropriately, use emotional information to guide thinking and behaviour, and regulate emotions to adapt to environments.
March 3, 2023
5C’s That Pave the Way to Clarity, Delegation and Strategic Decision Making
Have you ever found yourself in a team meeting or taking a brief from a client and you notice you’re struggling to get to the core of the request? Perhaps an issue has arisen that requires further analysis, or an opportunity presents itself that demands deeper exploration to map out all the factors to be considered before a response or decision can be made.
February 2, 2023
How to create meaningful and lasting change in your team
I once saw a cartoon of a leader standing at the front of a large auditorium addressing his staff. He posed one question: Who here wants change? All hands in the packed audience shot up. He then posed a second question:Who here wants to change? Not one hand was raised.
January 20, 2023
Is it the thief of time? Understanding why you procrastinate
The tendency to procrastinate is a problem for many people. The solution to overcome procrastination can be simple and with practice, the method can become second nature.
December 7, 2021
Understanding motivation in ourselves and others
We often see self-motivation as a desirable trait in ourselves and others, and yet it can also be somewhat elusive, especially when we’re overwhelmed or easily distracted, and it can be difficult to harness and encourage in others.
December 2, 2021
Feedback to move forward – a guideline to having those tough conversations
While many would agree that giving and receiving feedback in the workplace is important and necessary, it can feel really uncomfortable, possibly even leading to avoidance. However, avoidance is not the answer, especially when there are recurring issues arising, or formal review processes in place that require completion.
November 23, 2021
The courage to REST – a toolkit to manage perspective
We cannot control our environment. We tend to allow our external circumstances to dictate our internal wellbeing and behaviour, which can be disempowering and unproductive. Since we can only control our perspective of our environment, the responsibility and opportunity lies in learning how to manage our perspective so that we see our environment from a place of health, mindfulness, optimism and resilience, rather than from a place of fear, anxiety and overwhelm.
November 23, 2021
Answer the call to courage with Brené Brown’s Dare to Lead online series
The world requires daring leadership, and leaders are having to develop new skills to meet the challenges of business in today's unpredictable climate.
July 3, 2021
Motivating your team when traditional reward levers aren’t available
While you and your team might have embraced the need to summon up additional energy during the first year of the pandemic, many people seem to be feeling depleted now. And it’s now that we need to dig deep as we head into the pandemic’s second year. Julia Kerr Henkel, MD of Lumminos, offers 10 ways to maintain enthusiasm in tough times.
March 31, 2021
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Testimonials
We were allowed space to rumble with what was most important to us. Julia kept us all engaged when deeply painful issues emerged around race. She managed the needs of the group very well. Dare to Lead in-tact team participant
Julia is a great coach facilitator, well prepared, passionate and so knowledgeable on the content. She allowed for spaces within our team for us to enter the arena on some matters, and through that we learnt, reflected and now starting to infuse the learnings of this course within our organisational culture. Truly brilliant! Dare to Lead in-tact team participant
The depth and quality of the engagement, in which we tackled very tough conversations and culture issues. It was scary and intimidating at times, but the skill with which Julia helped us through these tough moments was exemplary. It put into action all the skills we were learning on the programme. Dare to Lead in-tact team participant
Julia was able to hold the space and not lean out of complex, intense and emotionally driven team conversations, which in turn modelled for me a way of creating safe spaces for myself to be vulnerable and brave at the same time. Dare to Lead in-tact team participant
I have been fortunate to work with Julia as my coach for the past year. Julia brings her full self to each that she engages with and turn extracts peoples full self during her engagements. The dare to lead program, vulnerability of rumbles and strength through honest conversations has set me up for the future that I am looking forward to tackle. Murray Shaw - Manager, Thungela Resources
Julia is an insightful and patient coach. She managed team diversity well and stayed present and attentive when difficult topics emerged during our "Dare to Lead" program. I would highly recommend Julia as a Dare To Lead facilitator. Tracey-Lee Kotzen - CEO, Mental Wellness Initiative NPC
Julia played an instrumental role in helping me navigate the dynamics of a transition from which I have emerged stronger, more grounded, more connected to the work I do and my sense of purpose. Thank you Julia for partnering me on what has been a meaningful, inspiring and transformative coaching journey. Coaching & Mentoring Specialist
My coaching process with Julia allowed for reflection, unlocking new perspectives and integrated understanding underpinned by support, empathy and trust. The focus on action and accountability ensured I remained on point and directed in achieving my coaching goals and outcomes. HR BP
My coaching journey with Julia has been insightful, purposeful and transformative on both a personal and professional level. Julia has a relatable and effective coaching style, brings depth of insight, good flow and structure to coaching conversations, and has an ability to crystallise observations and identify patterns of thinking and behaviour that resulted in new awareness and opportunities for growth. Human Capital Business Partner
Julia is an ambassador for the Dare to Lead work and South Africa. The entire course was life changing - for me and my team!Dare to Lead workshop participant
As a leader, I was able to identify my vulnerabilities and the tools to notice them when I need to. Julia facilitated the entire session perfectly using real life experiences to help us understand and take these skills back to the office.Dare to Lead workshop participant
Amazing energy and group dynamic. Very organised notes, course material and structure. Nothing could have been better!Dare to Lead workshop participant
The whole session was engaging, useful, relevant, interesting. I felt I grew immensely during the process - it was one of the most valuable courses I have ever attended.Dare to Lead workshop participant
What a privilege to attend this Dare to Lead training. Everything from location, food. content, group work, reflective space, mindfulness, movement, laughter - it was the full monty. Great experience!Dare to Lead workshop participant
Very well facilitated session with enough time for deep reflection and collaboration. Julia was very knowledgeable on the skillset content and easy to listen to. Loved the professional examples and personal stories which created better understandingDare to Lead workshop participant
Julia models authenticity, vulnerability and courage. I felt safe, engaged, really challenged and inspired. A powerful, excellent workshop that will help me lead with courage, love and accept myself and others more.Dare to Lead workshop participant
The manner in which the training was facilitated enabled deep understanding and learning. Julia and her team created a wonderful safe space for people to own, learn and reinvent themselves. Dare to Lead workshop participant
What a truly transformational 3 days; when things run this smoothly it’s easy to forget what skill, care, generosity, grace and effort that takes on behalf of the guiding facilitator- Julia was born to do this work; it seems more vocational for her than just running a training.Dare to Lead workshop participant
I have been privileged to have Julia as my coach for the last 2 years. I’ve enjoyed her straight up approach to problem solving and discussions and she has really made a huge impact in my overall leadership style. She had tools and guidance for any problem I was grappling with and most importantly she helped me with my journey of self-awareness. She partnered with me to work with who I am and to take advantage of the personality traits within me. She challenged me in so many different ways and reflecting back on my successes over the last 2 years I can absolutely say she was key in the whole process. Thank you!Andrew Burns, Technical Director: Smoke Customer Intelligence
Thank you so much for your keynote to our team today. The session was breathtaking – truly, truly brilliant. You delivered the keynote in such an authentic , articulate and moving way. I can’t thank you enough. Your experience and the lessons you drew on have come at a perfect time for many people in the team who are wrestling with so much right now.Christine Service, SVP/Country Manager: The Walt Disney Company Africa
THANK YOU - you created a safe space for our team to all connect and explore and share parts of ourselves and our journeys. The gift of delicacy holding the moments of pause while balancing the need to push bravely forward allowed for some beautiful moments.RMB Head - Corporate Marketing
The way you set up the team enneagram session, your manner, your deep knowledge, your confidence to probe, and personal sharing - made it the most authentic valuable day. It made raw honesty really possible and I’ve never felt so close to colleagues, and trusting of them, as I do now. Our fractured team history really really needed this. We’re now on a solid footing to do amazing things. No looking back.Corporate Marketing Lead
Julia is a highly skilled individual with a clear focus on the delivery of the stated objective. She is involved in depth from concept to results analysis and incorporates learnings into future initiatives. Julia also develops and maintains relationships with service providers and clients that last way beyond each interaction.
Julia was a leading light in the Business Transformation change component of the MTN programme I ran during 2007. A highly talented individual, Julia was superbly organized and clear-thinking, full of good and relevant ideas, and possesses a rare aptitude for effective delivery. Her actions were a major factor in the high level of successful client engagement we achieved. I would not hesitate to recommend Julia in managing business change and transformation, and in engineering effective communication across large and complex projects: she has proven herself a high-calibre, world-class talent.
I have had the pleasure and privilege of working closely with Lumminos over 3 years. During this time I have seen the team consistently exceed the expectations of their clients on all the projects that they deliver. Lumminos ensures changes are managed holistically, to the highest of standards, and with the necessary leadership involvement and focus. Julia is a natural leader, she is creative and dynamic, and uses these talents in managing all people and organisational aspects of change. She is an intuitive coach and as such uses this to effortlessly guide and align leadership in managing change.
In practising and applying the skills I've learnt in coaching I have been amazed by the amount of honesty and courage which has been brought into my relationships and conversations at work. This has allowed me to be more skillful and focused leading to new commitments and decisions being made, by myself and my team members. Coaching has also extended further than my staff and has led me to reflect seriously on my approach in Exco's and OpsCo meetings where my challenges are now more readily understood and received.
Thank you Lumminos - you created a safe space for my team to connect and explore and share parts of ourselves and our journeys. The gift of delicacy - holding the moments of pause while balancing the tensions and need to push bravely forward allowed for some beautiful moments.
The journey of Lumminos workshops were really profound for me and I left the program feeling more empowered and better equipped to let go of and to address some of the challenges in my workplace - even today two months later. I am proud to have raised my level of self-awareness and kicked off my transformation journey and there's no turning back now.
Thanks so much for a truly beautiful session… it’s rare to see a team go that level of honesty and vulnerability and I was privileged to be part of it. Thanks for the amazing work that you do!
Thank you for our team workshops. The way they were set it up, the manner in which they were conducted, your deep knowledge, your confidence to probe, and appropriate personal sharing - made for the most authentic, valuable sessions. Your facilitation and presence made ‘raw honesty’ really possible. I’ve never felt so close to my colleagues, and trusting of them, as I do now. Our fractured team history really really needed this. We’re now on a solid footing to do amazing things. No looking back. And it’s all thanks to you guys at Lumminos and who you are.