Koulthum Cisse

How would you describe yourself?

An extroverted introvert: I am naturally a very curious person; I love to learn about peoples experiences and their way of thinking which links into my extroverted side. I am also a deep thinker which links into my introverted side.

To sum myself up in 3 words I would say: passionate, loyal, and empathetic.

What interests you about your role and Eliot Partnership?

We help to shape the insurance industry by placing the best leadership talent. With our unique structure of one P&L globally, we can leverage our expertise without geographic restrictions.

I am passionate about partnering with my colleagues on creating operating process to provide them with the infrastructure to enable them to carry out their roles to a high standard.

What are your passions/hobbies?

I am a bit of a geography enthusiast which feeds into my hobby of travelling. I love seeing natural and man-made landmarks, experiencing new cultures and exploring the scenery that the world has to offer.

What is your biggest asset?

I am an optimist and see the glass as half full. I am a solution focussed individual and I can see the bigger picture (the outcome) but also look at the detailed roadmap of how we can get to the ideal outcome.

What is your most pertinent life hack/lesson?

“You are not them and that is your superpower” – your life experiences have shaped you to be who you are today, use your uniqueness to contribute to the world and help shape a better future by sharing your perspective.