About me
My Mission
My mission is to help create working lives and leadership environments where people can contribute without feeling they need to hide or override important parts of who they are.
I’m especially committed to supporting people who are neurodivergent, introverted, or highly sensitive, as well as those dealing with sustained stress or overwhelm. I want my work to help people feel better understood, make choices that fit them more naturally, and experience more psychological safety in the relationships and settings around them.
Through my coaching and training, I also want to encourage deeper appreciation of the richness of each individual and the value of creating more inclusive ways of working and leading.
My background
Over nearly 30 years, my professional path has taken me from leading teams in the private sector to coaching and facilitating programmes for leaders and professionals across academia as well as the public and private sectors.
The first half of my career was spent in corporate roles, including as a Vice President and Global Head. That experience gave me firsthand insight into organisational complexities and the real demands placed on those who lead diverse teams, particularly during periods of uncertainty.
The second half of my career has been dedicated to coaching clients and facilitating workshops. Over the years, I’ve coached hundreds and trained thousands of people in areas such as leadership, communication, team dynamics, conflict resolution, emotional intelligence, stress management, neurodivergence, career development, and more.
I hold an Executive MBA from Duke University and the Professional Certified Coach credential from the International Coaching Federation.
I’ve lived and worked in the US, England, Germany, and now Wales, and have worked with clients, colleagues, and collaborators from many parts of the world. Those experiences have given me a deep appreciation for the richness of human difference and strengthened my belief in creating inclusive environments where people feel respected, understood, and able to be themselves.
My Values
Integrity
I want people to know they can trust me to be honest with them, honour my commitments, take responsibility for my actions, and be clear about what I can and cannot offer.
Respect
Each person deserves to feel listened to and valued, with their own experience and perspective taken seriously, and that respect is central to the support I provide.
Curiosity
Curiosity brings an openness to my work and gives clients room to consider things they may not have thought about before.
While these values guide how I approach my coaching and training practice, the people I support bring their own values and experiences. I respect that individuality and adapt how I work so the support feels inclusive and responsive to each person.
My Expertise & Credentials
My expertise has been built through many years of leadership, coaching, training, and continued professional development.
I hold an Executive MBA from Duke University and the Professional Certified Coach credential from the International Coaching Federation. I am also a Master British Certified Trainer, Certified Neurodiversity Aware Coach, Certified ADHD Coach, and Certified Burnout Coach.
I continue to invest in my professional development so that my coaching and training remain informed by current knowledge and relevant to the clients I support.
