Meet Kate
Your Coach
Authentic Leadership and Personal Growth
My Story
I’m a life, leadership, and mindset practitioner who believes that great leadership is human-centred at its core. My mission is to put the humanity back into leadership, helping individuals and organisations thrive by focusing on what truly matters—people. With over 15 years of experience leading and developing teams in the corporate world, I understand that success isn’t just about hitting targets; it’s about creating meaningful connections, fostering growth, and achieving results in a way that feels authentic.
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At The Coaching Retreat, I take a holistic approach to leadership and personal development, built around three foundational areas: self, others, and organisation. This framework ensures that every leader I work with gains the tools to develop themselves, build stronger teams, and drive impactful results for their organisation.
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With a wealth of qualifications and hands-on experience, I combine proven techniques with a person-centred coaching style to help you unlock your potential. Whether we’re exploring emotional intelligence, enhancing communication, or navigating team dynamics, my coaching is tailored to your unique journey. Working with me means you’ll not only gain the skills and confidence to excel in leadership but also create a positive, lasting impact on those around you.
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Working with me means working with someone who sees the bigger picture—someone who knows that when we develop ourselves, we inspire others, and together, we create thriving organisations. Let’s build your leadership journey, one meaningful step at a time.
I create a space where you can put the expectations aside and focus on what really matters—you.
Leadership is not about being in charge. It’s about taking care of those in your charge."
– Simon Sinek
My Journey
Decades of real-world experience have shaped my journey into leadership and coaching. I’ve had the privilege of working with incredible organisations, including Homeserve UK, Homeserve America, Tropics Consultants, Bestbind Flooring, Staffordshire Marketing, and many more, leading teams, driving change, and delivering results.
Alongside my corporate experience, I volunteer with an organisation that supports women recovering from domestic violence, helping them rebuild their confidence and reclaim their power.
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These experiences have taught me one essential truth: leadership starts with investing in yourself. It’s about breaking through personal barriers, finding your voice, and creating a style of leadership that’s uniquely yours.
My Qualifications
Expertise You Can Trust
I’m proud to combine real-world leadership experience with extensive professional qualifications, ensuring you receive coaching that’s both practical and insightful:
NLP Practitioner and Master Practitioner
Insights Discovery Practitioner
With advanced training in Neuro-Linguistic Programming, I help you reframe limiting beliefs, break through mental barriers, and achieve the mindset you need for success—unlocking your potential to approach challenges with clarity and confidence.
This qualification allows me to provide a deeper understanding of your unique communication and leadership style. By exploring your personality traits and strengths, we’ll create strategies that foster stronger relationships and more effective leadership.
ILM Level 7 in Coaching and Mentoring
A-Level in Psychology
CIPD Level 3 in Learning and Development
CMI Level 5 in Leadership and Management
Level 3 Diploma in Photography
NVQ Level 3 Customer Service
As a highly qualified coach and mentor, I offer expert guidance tailored to your personal and professional development. Whether you’re looking to enhance your leadership, improve team dynamics, or overcome specific challenges, this certification ensures I can deliver coaching at the highest standard.​
My knowledge of psychology gives me valuable insights into the science behind human behaviour, decision-making, and habits. This understanding allows me to help you explore and improve the patterns that influence your leadership style and personal growth.
This qualification ensures I have a thorough understanding of how to build and develop individuals and teams effectively. From fostering collaboration to enhancing performance, I can guide you in creating environments where people thrive.
This nationally recognised qualification provides me with a solid foundation in leadership and management strategies. It equips me with practical tools to support your leadership journey, from driving organisational change to leading with authenticity.
My creative side allows me to view challenges and solutions from unique perspectives. Through my background in photography, I’ve honed my ability to focus on detail, think outside the box, and find innovative ways to inspire growth and change.
This qualification reflects my commitment to empathy, understanding, and connection in every interaction. I strive to ensure you feel supported and valued throughout your journey, creating a space where you can grow confidently.
My Approach (What Makes Me Different)
Why Choose The Coaching Retreat?
What makes The Coaching Retreat different is its human-centred approach to leadership development. Grounded in the belief that great leadership starts with truly understanding yourself, I’ve built a unique framework that blends practical tools, a focus on people, and a holistic view of growth.
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This isn’t about one-size-fits-all strategies or generic advice. It’s about creating a supportive space where you can explore who you are as a leader, develop meaningful connections with others, and drive real results for your organisation—all while staying true to yourself. At The Coaching Retreat, leadership isn’t just a skill—it’s a journey that integrates self, others, and your organisation into a cohesive, impactful whole.
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