Structure. Experience. Diligence.

About Lyda Modiano

Lyda is a certified mediator, facilitator, and seasoned communications strategist. She is a people-focused professional who brings structure, clarity, and momentum to complex conversations.

With over 30 years of cross-sector corporate experience - spanning leadership roles in banking, corporate affairs, and social impact - she helps businesses and people resolve disputes with integrity and find a better way forward.

Her work is grounded in true listening, trust, impartiality, and a belief that meaningful conversations can drive progress.

She knows how to create them.

Lyda founded Wide Strategy Ltd. in 2017. Outside work, she is an enthusiastic outdoorsy person who likes to run, hike, and swim in the Aegean Sea. She feels happiest spending time with her three wonderful grandchildren.  

Lyda Modiano, founder of Wide Strategy, professional headshot

“From moderating political strategy sessions early in my career to leading communications at a major European bank, I’ve seen firsthand how the right conversation —at the right time— can shift everything. Over three decades, I’ve advised CEOs, shaped strategies, and designed social impact programs across corporate, nonprofit, and startup worlds.

I founded Wide Strategy Ltd. to bring that experience to mission-driven teams who need to resolve conflict, navigate complexity, or bring change. My approach blends good analysis with open dialogue and impartiality — creating clarity, building trust, and surfacing shared purpose. Every challenge becomes more solvable when people feel heard and respected. Progress begins not with answers but with better questions, better structure, and better conversations.”

Lyda Modiano

Skills

Civil and Commercial Mediation

Group Facilitation  

Conflict Management

Dialogue Design & Active Listening

Critical Thinking

Stakeholder Alignment

Qualifications

Accredited Mediator (MSoM)

Accredited Facilitator (AoF) - in process

MSc in European Studies / LSE

BSc in Behavioural Science / ULV

Executive Leadership| INSEAD

CISL Sustainability Management | Cambridge University