Traditional command-and-control leadership models are losing effectiveness in a corporate landscape defined by rapid change and constant connectivity. To address this gap, Coach Claudia Lalloz, founder of Grupo Santalá and an internationally recognized executive master coach with more than 25 years of experience, is bringing her experiential horse-assisted leadership seminars to the U.S. business community. Lalloz, a recipient of UNESCO’s Golden Torch Award, designed the program to help executives replace control with trust and accelerate decision-making under pressure.
At the core of Lalloz’s methodology is the horse as a mirror of true leadership. “Working with horses invites us to recognize that our perception does not always align with full reality,” she said. “The horse does not offer a psychological diagnosis or a definitive explanation of personality; rather, its behavior acts as a stimulus that helps leaders observe their own perception patterns, how they react to uncertainty, and what they do when routine strategies fail.” This reflective process is intended to surface blind spots that conventional training often misses.
For rational, metrics-driven executives, Lalloz frames the experience as a real-time behavioral and bodily feedback lab. “During a session, leaders pay attention to posture, breathing, and muscle tension,” she explained. “When executives claim to feel calm yet approach with abrupt movements or physical tension, they uncover gaps between self-perception and physical expression.” Such discoveries can be pivotal for leaders who rely heavily on cognitive analysis, as they reveal how internal states manifest in external interactions and influence team dynamics.
The ultimate measure of success, according to Lalloz, is not the seminar itself but what happens back at the office. “This experience holds business value only when it translates into sustained, observable changes,” she said. “Success appears through concrete behaviors: clearer delegation, reduced micromanagement, active listening, timely decision-making, and increased team autonomy. The return on investment happens when self-awareness is paired with clear goals, action plans, and execution.” By linking self-awareness to measurable outcomes, Lalloz aims to provide a compelling business case for experiential learning.
As U.S. companies seek new ways to develop resilient, adaptable leaders, Lalloz’s horse-assisted approach offers a departure from traditional classroom training. The method’s emphasis on non-verbal cues and real-time feedback aligns with growing interest in emotional intelligence and embodied leadership. For organizations struggling with micromanagement or slow decision-making, the seminars could represent a targeted intervention. The initiative also highlights the expanding role of alternative coaching methods in executive development, where experiential learning is increasingly valued for its ability to create lasting behavioral change. For more information, visit NOTICIAS NEWSWIRE.
