London-based CoachHub, a leading global digital coaching platform, has secured a €40 million growth financing facility from HSBC Innovation Banking UK (which also finances Danish unicorn Pleo and London fintech Liberis). The company is already backed by leading investors, including Sofina, SoftBank Vision Fund 2, Molten Ventures, Speedinvest, HV Capital, and Partech.
The company will use this capital to accelerate its investment in artificial intelligence with a human-centred approach, expand its product offerings, drive innovation, safeguard employee equity, and promote long-term value creation.
How does CoachHub democratise coaching?
Founded in 2018 by Yannis Niebelschütz and Matti Niebelschütz, CoachHub aims to democratise coaching for all career levels worldwide. Speaking to TFN, Niebelschütz shared: “Organisations require talent development in various contexts, including during change management, resilience building, and employee empowerment. CoachHub addresses these needs and more by offering a scalable, personalised, and measurable coaching solution. Our mission is to democratise coaching, unlocking the potential of every individual within an organisation.”
Unlike traditional training methods, which often fail to meet individual needs, the company uses technology to match participants with coaches based on their specific goals and desired skills. Serving over 1,000 clients worldwide, the company’s innovative coaching programs are built on proprietary research and development from its Innovation Lab.
CoachHub enhances its platform with AI to improve user experience and deliver actionable insights. Its AI-driven features recommend tailored exercises and materials that align with individual goals, increasing the effectiveness of coaching sessions. The recent launch of AIMY, a conversational AI coach prototype, demonstrates CoachHub’s commitment to advancing coaching technology.
Matti Niebelschütz, CEO of CoachHub, said: “AI plays a crucial role in our growth strategy, allowing us to deliver powerful, personalised coaching experiences at scale to meet the evolving needs of our clients. This strategic capital marks a significant milestone as we further our mission to democratise coaching, making it accessible and impactful for people worldwide—especially at a time when support and resilience are critical to navigating change.”
The platform delivers personalised, measurable, and scalable coaching solutions accessible to employees at all organisational levels. CoachHub’s global network comprises over 3,500 certified business coaches across 90 countries and six continents, offering coaching sessions in over 80 languages.
Coaching in the banking industry will be tech-driven
The future of coaching in banking will combine technology-driven solutions with a strong emphasis on human connection. Jean-Laurent Pelissier, Managing Director and Head of Enterprise Software at HSBC Innovation Banking UK commented: “CoachHub’s unique proposition has a positive impact on the development of talent across organisations, and we look forward to supporting the business as it continues to grow and innovate.”
“The banking industry faces significant challenges, including economic pressures, regulatory demands, and evolving technological needs, to name a few. Coaching equips organisations to navigate these complexities by building resilience and adaptability. A key trend for 2025 will be AI’s transformative impact on coaching, making personalised development even more accessible to all employees. This widespread access will strengthen the industry by empowering the workforce to tackle complex challenges individually, from entry-level professionals to senior leadership,” concluded Niebelschütz.
As banks adapt to new market realities, investing in coaching will be essential for developing talent capable of meeting the demands of an increasingly complex industry landscape.
