I work with the 'accidental' leaders. Those who find themselves carrying more than they feel prepared for and are struggling to navigate those challenges alone.
Capable, trusted, and delivering; now operating in roles where the expectations are higher, the context is more complex, and the margin for error is smaller.
I recognise this because I’ve been there.
Before coaching, I spent over 25 years working in financial services and complex corporate environments — in leadership, change and operational roles within organisations such as Aviva.
I know what it feels like to be relied on, visible, and still working a lot of it out internally.
Who I work with
I work with capable leaders who care about doing a good job — and are aware they’re not yet operating at the level they could be.
From the outside, they’re performing well. Privately, they’re questioning decisions, carrying too much, or working harder than they should need to. Not because they lack ability, but because no one has given them space to think at this level.
I support managers and the organisations they work in through:
- coaching for accidental leaders — learn more
- leadership training and programme delivery — learn more
How I work
Clients describe my style as thoughtful, direct and appropriately challenging. I won’t give you answers or leadership formulas. I will help you slow situations down, see them clearly, and decide how you want to lead.
The work is serious, but it doesn’t have to feel heavy. Curiosity, humour and straight conversations tend to get to the heart of things quickly. Most clients notice that once they have space to think properly, things shift:
• decisions become clearer
• conversations become more direct
• confidence becomes more stable
Not because they’ve learned more, but because they’re operating differently.
Professional background
I’m an ICF PCC leadership coach with over 1700 hours of coaching and facilitation experience.
Alongside one-to-one coaching, I design and deliver leadership development programmes, facilitate group coaching, and work as an associate coach within larger programmes.
Before becoming a full-time coach, I spent more than 25 years working in leadership, change and operational roles in complex, regulated organisations. That experience shapes how I work. I understand the organisational context leaders operate within, and the internal shift required to lead effectively at that level.
My practice is grounded in applied psychology (BSc Psychology), evidence-based coaching, and ongoing professional development.
A little more about me
I’m based in Bristol and work with leaders across the UK and internationally.
Outside of coaching, I’ve always been drawn to challenges that require discipline and resilience — including competing as a triathlete.
I have a particular interest in how leadership intersects with identity; including areas such as neurodiversity and social expectations around gender.
Start a conversation
If you’re at a point where the role is asking more of you than how you got here, it’s worth a conversation.
