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An established and respected leader I specialise in providing professional support for individuals and organisations through consultancy, research, training and coaching.

I have significant expertise in senior and strategic leadership; in leading, managing and delivering an extensive range of professional development courses; in coaching and mentoring of people at all stages of their careers; and in post-doctorate level research.

Although I have worked extensively in the cultural and education sectors my skills, expertise and creativity have been valued by those in a diverse range of other sectors.

I have a particular commitment to increasing gender equality in our workplaces, and to supporting working women.

I am based in England but have led a number of high profile initiatives across the UK and internationally. All of my professional work is conducted via my company, Head-Line Communication Ltd. My preferred pronouns are she/her.

Key qualifications, fellowships and training include:

  • Advanced Certificate in Neurodiversity Coaching (due to complete in December 2024)
  • Associate Coach Diploma, 2024
  • Certified Positive Intelligence Coach, 2024
  • PhD, University of Warwick (funded by ESRC)
  • Associate Fellow of the University of Warwick's CAPITAL centre, 2005-2010
  • Coaching Skills for Leadership, Cultural Leadership Programme
  • Clore Leadership Short Course
  • Diploma in Women in Management (Distinction), Birkbeck College
  • PGCE: Drama and English (Distinction), University of Leeds
  • MA: Arts Management in Education, City University, London