Be yourself, we are too.
Welcome to Take a Breath, where wellbeing for both individuals and companies is at the heart of what we do. We believe true wellbeing starts with embracing who you truly are. It's a simple idea, but not always easy—especially in a world that teaches us to conform. We adapt, we take on roles, we work hard, and sometimes push ourselves too far to fit into expectations.
At Take a Breath, we invite you to step back, breathe, and show up more authentically—not just for yourself, but for everyone around you. We’ve spent over 14 years in the fast-paced world of tech startups and scale-ups. We know the grind of hypergrowth, but that’s not the path we’re on. Our mission is to grow organically, touching as many lives as possible in a meaningful way. Profit isn't our main driver—impact is. We work with changemakers and courageous companies that are ready to take the next step in prioritizing wellbeing.
Together, we’re here to create lasting, positive change. Ready to take a breath?
Meet the Team
Hi. we’re the Take a Breath Team. We encourage people to tell their stories. So do we.
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Denise Maaskant founded Take a Breath with a mission to foster authentic human connection in a tech driven world. Central to the company's philosophy is the transformative power of breathwork, complemented by a diverse array of well-being techniques. Through curated events, workshops, and programs,
Denise brings over fifteen years of experience in start-ups and scale-ups, where she played pivotal roles in companies that achieved successful exits. She is deeply passionate about facilitating introspective journeys for individuals, leveraging her expertise in breath, systemic and psychedelic coaching.
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Margot James co-founded Take a Breath with a mission to foster authentic human connection in a tech driven world. Central to the company's philosophy is the transformative power of breathwork, complemented by a diverse array of well-being techniques. Through curated events, workshops, and programs, Take a Breath offers companies and individuals opportunities for wellbeing and self-discovery, empowering them to cultivate deeper connections with themselves and the world around them.
Margot brings over fourteen years of experience in tech start-ups and scale-ups, where she played pivotal roles in building global companies like Spotify, Podimo, and Spinoza. She is a breathwork coach focused on integrating conscious tools to help companies and people grow and connect. She is passionate about meaningful impact, shaped by her experiences in high-performance environments, international living and her personal path of growth.