About Us

Danny Vader and Hélène van Engelen are the founders of the Firekeeper Academy. Together they hold enormous wisdom, rooted in their professional and spiritual experience. They have 30 years of experience in banking, IT, consultancy, the health industry, and as therapists. Today their inspiration comes from indigenous culture and working with nature.

They have a deep capacity to listen, guide and support others as they develop their wisdom.

Danny and Hélène are also affiliated with the Sustainable Global Leadership Academy. As teachers, facilitators, and trainers. In this role, they help train new leaders from all over the world.