My career so far has revolved around events, education and learning. I have worked in higher education planning roles and have delivered programmes and events for educational institutions including the Royal College of Physicians and the University of London colleges.  

At Future Talent Learning, I lead a talented team of solution-focused ninjas who support our learners to have the best experience every step of the way.  

I’m also a professionally trained theatre director and a performing arts geek. I write fringe theatre assessment reviews for the Offies (Off West End Awards), so feel free to ask me for show recommendations. 

I studied English and Film at university and also spent a lot of my time running round an Athletics track! My degree had creativity at its heart and I enjoy working in a dynamic, creative environment that allows me to continue learning while finding innovative and efficient solutions to challenging projects. 

As Commercial Programmes Lead, I work with inspirational organisations to design and implement unique leadership development programmes that help to foster agile and collaborative leaders. In this role, I put into practice how we teach learners by valuing the power of an engaged and communicative team and supporting colleagues with focused-problem solving. 

I love to travel – and can’t wait to get back to exploring the world again sometime in the not-too-distant future.  

After working as a dental nurse, I followed my passion for marketing and began to develop a career in dental marketing. In an events and marketing role for a dental clinic and education facility, I arranged lectures and webinars and marketed these to potential learners along with overseeing the event on the day. My role also involved planning and hosting open days to attract new patients to the clinic.  

As Events & Community Executive, I help plan and run the events that we create for learners as part of the Transformational Leadership Programme as well as liaise with suppliers and outsource content.  

In my spare time, I like to socialise with friends, take long hikes with my dog and visit the beach for a dip, a surf or a leisurely paddle board. 

With my love for education, I studied for a Diploma in Events Management and a BA in International Hotel Management in my native Canada, before moving to Edinburgh to refine my attention to detail in front-of-house, sales and events roles in some of the city’s five-star hotels.  

It’s important to me to get the details right and nothing is more satisfying than knowing that my efforts have made someone’s day better. My role as Admissions & Compliance Executive aligns with my belief in the importance of continuing development, and it’s gratifying to know that I’m playing even a small part in helping learners further their growth. 

On days off, I enjoy pottering in the garden, walking along Scotland’s glorious coastline, or indulging in dark chocolate and re-runs of classic British sitcoms. 

Education and learning have been intertwined with my career since studying media at university, which left me fascinated with how society was reshaping itself in the rapidly expanding digital age. Working at my local primary school evoked a strong passion for developing better learning methods to encourage future generations to flourish. I then moved into organising international teacher training events to improve education in the developing world before working for Chevening, marketing the UK to future leaders worldwide as a go-to destination for learning. 

I bring my focus on improving learning methods into my Admissions & Compliance Executive role, liaising with coaches, learners and clients to ensure a smooth passage through our Transformational Leadership Programme. 

I love movies and music (I play guitar and gigged in a previous life) and travelling is a big passion along with exploring new foods. Sports are important, too – I’m a big fan of Australian rugby league and a Crystal Palace tragic. 

I started out in Journalism, with some media teaching on the side. I soon caught the education bug and trained to teach Media and Film. As I progressed I took on more and more vocational courses and began to get a real taste for facilitation, coaching and apprenticeships. Having achieved what I wanted to in teaching, reaching the heady heights of Head of Vocational Qualifications, I relocated to North Yorkshire and began my focus in earnest on coaching and training adults.

I am thoughtful, honest and a problem solver, so love supporting my learners in finding their own solutions, and watching them succeed. Everything I do is driven by care for others – I want to hear different perspectives and what my learners really care about.

Dog walking with a podcast playing in my earphones is one of my favourite activities. We have a river at the bottom of our back garden and paddling in it works wonders for refreshing both mind and feet! Another favourite is binge watching crime dramas, so feel free to make suggestions to me!

I began my working life as a professional musician, before turning to teaching. I spent 21 years in Senior Leadership roles in Education. Within my career I have worked with the widest possible variety of learners; ranging from young children to senior leaders to pensioners.

I love training, nurturing and developing people and am absolutely passionate about lifelong learning. I want to add value to people’s lives, whoever they may be and whatever their stage of life.

Outside work hours if I am not playing music somewhere, I am generally attempting to wear out my crazy spaniel, driving ‘Mom’s Taxi’, cooking or hiding at the gym - pretending to exercise.

Supporting personal and professional development has always been at the heart of what I do. As a facilitator and qualified coach, my focus was originally in Higher Education, where I worked with students on future proofing, mindset work and career development.

I love continuing this work at Future Talent with people further along in their careers - offering a supportive, collaborative and solution focused approach.

I live in Liverpool with my husband, two children and two mischievous cats. I am a podcast enthusiast and like to follow my curiosity down as many weird and wonderful rabbit holes as I can.

I spent my early career as a communicator in the Royal Naval Submarine Service. I worked on diesel-electric and nuclear submarines, sometimes carrying out deterrent patrols. My time in the Navy gave me various insights into leadership and teamwork, and I took what I’d learned into retail management.

I realised I loved training and coaching people, and so studied for my training qualifications whilst managing a care team for a disabled young adult. Once I’d qualified and they’d graduated, I started to deliver apprenticeships. I love exploring new leadership models, and am passionate about access to education, so I’m delighted to coach at FTL.

Hope you like dogs? I have two Welsh spaniels that love to bark... so listen out for them when we’re on a call!

Before joining Future Talent Learning, I taught Italian and Spanish. I love languages and how they provide a wonderful opportunity to know a culture better. My professional experience in the private sector saw me work as a customer account manager, often as a single point of contact for companies in Europe and the Middle East and Africa.

I have a passion for learning and enjoy being exposed to new theories that I can apply practically to support learners. As a coach, it is a pleasure to make a difference to people’s lives. I find this truly rewarding.

Free time for me means spending time with my wife and children. And if the topic of sport comes up in one of our sessions, you’ll quickly realise that football has my heart.

I started out as a graphic designer, but my passion for learning ultimately led me to 10 years in education. I have taught in London, Bangkok and Madrid, taking on various leading and mentoring responsibilities.

My experiences in education, leadership and client management give me a unique coaching insight, and I love using this to empower my learners and support them through the programme.

Who am I and what do I like to do? Well, I am British Sudanese, I speak Arabic and, if you haven’t guessed already, I love to travel. Hiking and water rafting are also high up on my activities list... despite the small fact that I’m actually a terrible swimmer.

I worked in front of house in London’s West End before moving into education. My thirst for adventure led me to move a little further - this time to Spain to teach English. I’ve been in the south of Spain for many years, and have loved total immersion in the culture and language.

I am inspired by working with enthusiastic learners who are keen to develop themselves, which naturally led me to join FTL. I combine my skills as an educationalist and coach to provide tailored support and encouragement. Being able to communicate in both English and Spanish strengthens my enjoyment of working with diverse groups around the globe.

At weekends, you’ll find me relaxing at the beach (respite is the key to good work), or reading on my roof terrace – I facilitate our learner book club so come and say hello!

I spent my early career as a civil litigation lawyer. After an epiphany, I decided to take a leap and move my career into the direction of coaching. I’ve worked in a coaching capacity with organisations such as the Government Legal Department, the Crown Prosecution Service and the Attorney General’s Office as well as many Legal 500 law firms. Before joining Future Talent, I was the Lead Coach at Virgin Active where I coached and developed senior leaders and sat within the HR function of the organisation. My specialisms include: HR, Legal and personal development.

I have a French Bulldog called Yoda who may sometimes make special guest appearances in calls if you say her name (or shout “Jedi”) loudly enough!

My first role was as a production co-ordinator for an international events organisation, where a can-do attitude and growth mindset were key. I then worked in education as a teacher, co-ordinator and support worker across businesses and secondary schools.

Having worked in four countries on two continents, and inside the public, private and voluntary sectors, I have developed a keen cultural and critical awareness, and sense of inclusivity. I have also learned to be agile and flex my communication style, attributes that I love seeing develop in my learners.

Films and music occupy much of my free time, unless I’m daydreaming about the campervan, wondering where and when I can embark on my next tour...

I started my career as a criminal defence lawyer – a baptism of fire in resilience, agility and solutions focus. While I wouldn’t take back a second, ultimately I followed my passion for new ideas, building relationships, and great communication into innovation, social change and education.

I believe in vulnerability, leading from the bench and championing one another: I love that my role allows me to live out those values.

When I’m not coaching, you’ll probably find me up a tree. (I have an olive and almond farm in Catalunya.)

Before moving into education, I worked as an employability advisor, helping clients to find sustainable careers. I enjoyed helping clients with their careers and life goals so much that I eventually decided to take the big leap into teaching, with a focus on adult education. I spent the next 10 years working for a number of colleges, helping people to develop their skills and complete the qualifications they needed to achieve their goals. As I used to manage an English and Maths department, my specialisms include communication and problem solving.

My passion for adult education remains as strong as ever, but when I get some time away from the day job, I like to go for runs along the coast and enjoy indoor bouldering