About Coaching 4 Growth
My Outlook
I believe that everyone is on their own unique and fabulous journey through life. Change is possible; you already possess the power you need to make it happen, and with the right support, you will always find the path you need to take.
My 35-year career, which spans both the public and private sectors, has taught me that I genuinely care about the well-being, development, and progression of others. Ever since I first became a manager, I have wanted to help people and contribute to building a better society.
To enhance my ability to support others in a more meaningful and valuable way, I decided to explore the art of coaching and become an Executive Coach. My goal is to empower you and foster your future growth by helping you think and act independently. I aim to be truly useful, rather than just being helpful.
My Credentials
I am a fully qualified Executive Coach. I successfully completed the triple-accredited Professional Certificate in Executive Coaching (PCEC) at Henley Business School. and am a Member of the International Coaching Federation (ICF).
My coaching skills are built on the strong foundation of my 35-year career, during which I have managed and led exceptional teams across various organisations, both in the UK and abroad, in both peacetime and conflict zones.
My Experience
- Public Sector: I have over 20 years of experience managing and leading outstanding teams across various organisations in both the UK and overseas in the service of HM Government. My responsibilities included providing strategic policy advice to senior government officials (up to Cabinet level), developing and executing operational plans in complex environments, creating and delivering individual and collective training and development plans, and change management.
- Private Sector: I have 15 years experience at a world-leading software company, where I led exceptional teams that achieved remarkable outcomes by helping customers digitally transform their businesses. My responsibilities included profit and loss management, the development and delivery of engagement strategies to ensure sustainable growth, leading negotiations, mentoring staff on sales and growth plans, and ensuring customer success.
- Non-profit Sector: I have over 7 years of experience working with charitable organisations. I previously provided strategic direction as a Trustee for a social enterprise focused on supporting young people with learning difficulties. I have also previously helped to guide policy and strategy as a Committee Member for Chartered Geographers at the Royal Geographical Society. Currently, I serve as a mentor for a young person at KRAN, a charity that supports unaccompanied child refugees and asylum seekers.
Underneath everything, who am I?
I am a husband, father and grandfather. I love and feel loved. I enjoy long-distance running, rowing, sea-kayaking, reading, walking my dog, and socialising with friends and family.
My life is hectic, and wonderfully full.