About us
We help organisations perform with care.
For over two decades, Resilience Institute has been a trusted partner for organisations seeking to embed resilience into their culture.
Who we are
A trusted global partner in resilience since 2002.
Founded by Dr Sven Hansen — a medical doctor specialising in executive health and high-performing teams — Resilience Institute integrates the latest research in neuroscience, behavioural science and leadership development. Our global team includes medical doctors, psychologists, scientists and business leaders, each dedicated to helping organisations navigate complexity with confidence.
For over 22 years we have partnered with leading organisations including Google, Nestlé, Shell, PwC and New Zealand Rugby — equipping leaders and teams with the tools to thrive in uncertainty and sustain long-term success.
What we believe
Resilience is the foundation of high performance.
When people grow, businesses grow. We see care and performance as mutually reinforcing — not opposing forces. Four core values define how we behave:
Ownership.
Taking responsibility for our actions and impact.
Courage.
Embracing challenges and leading with integrity.
Simplicity.
Delivering clear, actionable and effective solutions.
Care.
Prioritising people's well-being alongside performance.
Committed to excellence & responsibility
Certified for impact and security.
B Corp™ certified.
Our B Corp certification reflects our commitment to balancing purpose and profit — creating positive impact for people, organisations and society.
ISO 27001 certified.
World-class standards in information security, safeguarding our clients' data with rigorous, enterprise-grade protection.
How we work
A data-driven, human-centred approach.
A holistic, evidence-based framework combining modern preventative medicine, neuroscience, emotional intelligence and high-performance psychology.
Certification.
We certify professionals, leaders and experts to use our tools and methodology in their daily work and practice — embedding resilience within organisations around the world.
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Resilience Assessment.
Our flagship 50-factor measurement provides personalised insight and benchmarks resilience across teams and organisations.
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Training & transformation.
Interactive webinars, keynotes, workshops and long-term partnerships that equip organisations to sustain resilience and peak performance.
Learn moreFounded on science.
A methodology backed by 22 years of research in resilience, leadership and human performance.
Powered by data.
Technology-enabled solutions providing real-time resilience insight to support leadership decision-making.
Proven in business.
We work with top global organisations to help their people adapt, grow and thrive in demanding environments.
Frequently asked questions.
Who founded Resilience Institute?
Dr Sven Hansen, a medical doctor specialising in executive health and high-performing teams, founded Resilience Institute in New Zealand in 2002. It is now headquartered in Switzerland with a global team.
What does Resilience Institute believe?
That resilience is the foundation of high performance, and that care and performance are mutually reinforcing. Four values define its behaviour: Ownership, Courage, Simplicity and Care.
Is Resilience Institute a certified B Corp?
Yes — B Corp certification reflects its commitment to balancing purpose and profit, and ISO 27001 certification covers information security. It has partnered with organisations including Google, Nestlé, Shell, PwC and New Zealand Rugby.
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