The Professional

THE EXECUTIVE COACH AND TRAINER
As a Certified Executive, Licensed Emotional Intelligence, and Master NLP Coach, I specialise in high-performance coaching with an impressive track record of over 2000 executive coaching hours, catering to C-suite executives. Approved as a Business Mentor and recognised as a profile specialist, I excel in emotional intelligence, personality profiling, leadership and communication, as well as interpersonal and team dynamics.

THE LEADER, ACADEMIC AND EDUCATOR
As an International Trainer and Advisory Panel Member for CPD international regulation, I bring a wealth of knowledge to the table. My extensive background as a Senior Higher Education Institution (HEI) Leader and Academic spans over 18 years, where I’ve been instrumental in designing and delivering executive education (corporate training to senior leaders), postgraduate and undergraduate degree programmes, and modules. My expertise extends to UK and international HEI institution approval and programme validation and delivery, spanning diverse locations such as the UK, Singapore, Botswana, Greece, Switzerland, Denmark and Qatar.

CORPORATE SECTOR
Beyond academia, I have founded and managed my own businesses in the coaching, training, corporate well-being and education sectors, and am currently the Co-Founder and Managing Director of Illuminare Executive Education. Through these, I have had the privilege of collaborating with clients from various sectors and renowned establishments, including Michelin Star restaurants. My client portfolio spans education, leisure, sport, finance and investment, IT, engineering, and oil and gas. I have worked with clients from across the UK, EU and UAE and have significant experience of delivering to and collaborating with teams from diverse cultural backgrounds. With a proven track record and a unique skill set, I am dedicated to delivering unparalleled coaching and educational experiences, contributing to the success and growth of individuals and organisations alike.

The  Mum of  Three

Beyond my professional commitments, I take immense pride in being a devoted mum to three incredible children. Juggling the demands of a dynamic career with the joys of motherhood has proven to be both challenging and rewarding. As a mum, my passion lies in guiding and supporting my children’s journey, fostering their life skills, developing their resilience and creating opportunities that open doors to new and varied experiences. They inspire me daily, motivating me to strike a harmonious balance between professional growth and personal well-being, to learn from failure, and to keep the journey moving forward.

The Challenge Seeker!

Thriving on a life fuelled by adrenaline and relentless challenge, I’ve always sought out ways to test both mental and physical resilience. From a daring bungee jump at 13 to a fearless first skydive at 16, wing-walking, running the London Marathon, cycling from Edinburgh to London, and completing four 100km continuous ultra-challenges, each experience has pushed me further, redefining what I thought possible.

One of the toughest challenges came when I tackled the Welsh 3000s in 18 hours and 5 minutes, with a team I met just 19 hours earlier—an experience that took ‘tough’ to a whole new level.

Last year, I raised the bar again. I completed my first triathlon and successfully conquered the famous SAS selection route, the ‘Fan Dance,’ as a Trinity event – completing it three times in one weekend while carrying weight, winning my category, and finishing as one of only 12 individuals out of 250+ to complete it.

And now? I’m setting my sights on the ultimate challenge I never thought I’d even contemplate… an IRONMAN.

Challenges serve as my ongoing motivation to preserve and enhance both mental and physical strength. They foster resilience and enable the balance needed to meet the demands of my professional career and family life.