
We are advocates for equality...
...pioneers for change.
We are champions of change, forging a path where gender diversity thrives and leadership knows no bounds
With nearly 30 years of experience, we are dedicated to empowering women, amplifying their potential, and unlocking the untapped power that lies within. We guide organizations to harness the strength of both feminine and masculine qualities, creating a culture that fosters growth, impact, and success.
Founded by Monic Buhrs and Elisa de Groot and joined by Mira Vasic and Lisa van Blaricum as co-owners and senior partners, In Touch has evolved into a trusted lighthouse for female talent, offering coaching, training, and strategic insight.
OUR CHANGE AGENTS

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Elisa / THE PIONEER
INSIGHTFUL, SEASONED, EMPOWERING
Elisa is a pioneer who recognized the value of gender diversity as a business issue decades ago.
Her force lies in her ability to weave powerful narratives that inspire action. With a background in change management and almost 30 years of experience developing female talent and advising on gender diversity, Elisa’s work bridges feminine and masculine qualities to create a lasting impact. Her humorous, empowering keynotes and management books, including the everseller Stratego for Women, amplify her voice as a catalyst for change.
What inspires Elisa:
"Witnessing women embrace their strengths and thrive in environments that celebrate diversity."
Her unexpected talent:
Practical approach and connecting strength. She empowers women and organizations and provide insights that can be directly translated into actions in daily practice.

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Monic / THE GAME-CHANGER
Energetic, Practical, Inspiring
Monic’s force is her knack for turning challenges into opportunities.
With a background in business development and a pragmatic, direct and humorous approach, she has coached and trained ambitious women to reach their full potential. As co-author of the everseller “Stratego for Women”, Monic continues to inspire women to think big and act boldly.
What inspires Monic:
"Seeing women rise above self-imposed limits to achieve remarkable things."
Her unexpected talent:
Like a well-travelled diesel engine, Monic adjusts seamlessly to any terrain, drawing strength from her journeys to navigate challenges with resilience, humor, and unstoppable momentum.

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Mira / THE GLOBAL MASTERMIND
Multilingual, Driven, Visionary
Mira’s force is her global perspective, shaped by a life lived and career across multiple countries.
Coming from an engineering background and holding a PhD, she combines her unique engineering mindset and academic rigor to support leadership development, especially for highly educated women in international contexts. Mira’s drive to strengthen women’s roles in diverse fields makes her an unstoppable force.
What inspires Mira:
“Making the world a better place by empowering women to lead on a global scale.”
Her unexpected talent:
An educator at heart, she doesn’t just entertain the audience or show how much she knows but helps the audience to achieve their business goals.

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Lisa / THE FUTURE SHAPER
Pioneering, Pragmatic, Powerful
Lisa’s force lies in her unwavering courage to challenge conventional norms.
With a background in the financial sector, she’s held various leadership roles throughout her career. As a leadership trainer, Lisa channels her extensive experience to empower ambitious women to break down barriers and claim key positions. Her results-driven, people centered approach, combined with her bold, pioneering spirit, makes her a powerful force for transformation.
What drives Lisa:
“Empowering women to see obstacles as mere steppingstones to their success.”
Her unexpected talent:
Lisa has the magic ability to instantly capture the audience’s attention and make everyone feel seen and engaged. She brings a modern, fresh perspective to leadership approaching it like a DJ spinning the perfect track, always knowing exactly how to set the vibe and inspire action in today’s fast-paced world.
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TOUCHED BY INTOUCH
I now ask for what I want.
One of the things I learned from Monic is to prioritize myself. I was working long hours and loved my job. As we were short on staff, I took on extra tasks. This helped me a lot to develop myself further, but I also thought I should be rewarded for that. And I believe that this should be initiated by management. However, in the coaching with Monic, it became clear to me that I had to ask for what I wanted. And that if I would get a ‘no’ I had to make sure to get back on my horse. This means staying in the game with arguments and a track record.
Results:
Internal promotion to Investment Manager
External promotion to an Investment Management role in another company and
country
Rita Nguyen
Investment Manager
Europe and Great Britain
As a global engineering company, we are still facing difficulties in attracting and retaining women. And if we are able to employ them, we don’t see them raising their hands when opportunities for professional growth or new roles are offered. Since two years, Mira Vasic of InTouch has been supporting us in creating awareness about cultural and individual hindrances and overcoming conscious and unconscious biases. We now have a number of female managers who commented that they never would have applied without this knowledge.
Tiny Jans
HR Business Partner Global Operations
Seco Tools
Lisa delivered a truly captivating workshop on the unwritten rules. Her enthusiasm was contagious, and her knowledge of the topic was impressive. She had the entire room engaged and created an interactive, high-energy atmosphere. Everyone left with fresh insights and renewed energy. Highly recommended!
Samira Kassttar
HR Manager
Dura Vermeer
Elisa has been delivering one of the highest-rated lectures in the Female Leadership series at Nyenrode Business University. Her lectures have an incredibly positive impact. With nearly 30 years of experience, Elisa translates her expertise into practical tips that can be applied immediately the next day. The archetypes are a major hit: participants gain insight into how to effectively leverage their own behavior to achieve their goals and how to influence other key players in their field of influence. The combination with unwritten rules of the game is truly magical. How do you play the game strategically? And how do you work smart instead of hard?