An international leadership development provider, delivering a range of leadership training programmes to decision-makers drawn from all sectors of society. Over 70 per cent of FTSE 100 companies have used Common Purpose programmes to develop their leaders.January 2006 to date: UK Development DirectorØ
Established its Consultancy business in 2006. Promoted to Head of the Consultancy Practice to lead the design, development and delivery of all bespoke leadership programmes across a national customer base. Performance is measured against revenue targets (£500k p/a), programme design & delivery, client satisfaction and staff development. Manage a team of 4 L&D Directors across a client list that includes PwC, KPMG, BT, Age Concern, Abbey, NHS, Arts Council and many others.

Designed and delivered various leadership programmes including: Leading Beyond Authority; Leading Change in Complexity; Differentiating Yourself as a Leader; Leading in Civil Society (preparing for non-executive Directorships); and Context Driven Leadership.
Courses are designed to assist delegates to operate more effectively outside their silos; work better with people from different disciplines, teams, organisations, sectors and cultures; better understand the ‘big picture’; and adapt to new surroundings and changing circumstances.

Promoted to develop Common Purpose’s 5 day residential course for emerging leaders (Navigator) and lead the growth of the programme globally (the course was originally offered in London & Scotland only). Responsible for designing, developing, selling and delivering the course to a global customer base with dotted line responsibility for 20 Consultants in 12 countries. Performed extensive research across global markets to identify market requirements for leadership development aimed at young / emerging high flyers. Designed and delivered internal training across Common Purpose’s Consultants and represented the company in regional and national media.

Responsible for leading all business activities across London (2000 to 2002) and Bristol (2002 to 2005) with a focus on designing, delivering and managing innovative leadership programmes for senior decision makers.
Played a key role in networking and developing strategic relationships with CEOs and senior executives across private, public and not-for-profit sectors. These senior figures played a key role in providing input and support to Common Purpose’s programmes. The role involved extensive business development and securing sponsorship / bursaries from private sector organisations to subsidise and facilitate minority group participation.

Media Response: Head of Training & Development

Various roles including Actor, Performer, Teacher & Director of Performing Arts