​​​Overview

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I specialise in providing professional development and executive coach-mentoring services, drawing from my distinctive combination of director-level corporate expertise, coach-mentoring proficiency, and formal counselling training.

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​I have an extensive 35-year background in Financial Services and Information Technology where I managed large teams and led major transformation programmes.  I hold a Global Individual Accreditation at the Senior Practitioner level and I bring over 25 years of experience in coach-mentoring.

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Central to my philosophy is a commitment to understanding clients holistically, placing emphasis on their complete selves rather than solely their professional identity. I establish empathetic connections with an approach free from  judgment, facilitating positive transitions through my pragmatic and supportive style. Clients describe me as both professional and caring, appreciating my capacity to present challenges when necessary and always with respect for their autonomy.

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I focus in assisting clients with career development and transition, leadership style and presence, and the cultivation of confidence and self-esteem. Additionally, I support clients in diverse areas such as problem-solving, influencing, stakeholder management, and team collaboration/transitions.

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Therapeutic Coaching

Therapeutic coaching creates a confidential space to think clearly, reset, and lead with greater impact. It blends deep psychological insight with pragmatic, results-focused coaching to help understand drivers, navigate pressure, and break unhelpful patterns that can limit performance.  Together, we work on enhancing emotional intelligence, improving communication, strengthening decision-making and building resilience—so you can lead with greater authority, authenticity and calm. Executives often find this approach invaluable for clarifying priorities, managing complex relationships and creating sustainable, high-performance habits that elevate both their leadership and wellbeing.

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Professional Experience

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• 35 years in Financial Services – IT and Change Management (Julia Phippard | LinkedIn)

• Sectors include HR, Finance, Fraud & Risk, Marketing, Retail Banking, Data & Analytics

• 25+ years mentoring and coaching for managers and Senior Executives

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Client Business Sectors

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• Financial Services

• Information Technology

• Risk Management

• Professional Services ('Big 4')

• Third Sector/Charities

• Legal

• Manufacturing & Construction

• Public Sector/Civil Service

• Oil & Gas

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Qualifications and Membership Body

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• Professional Diploma in Coach-Mentoring, The OCM

• Accredited Senior Practitioner and Member of the European Mentoring and Coaching Council (EMCC)

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Volunteering

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​I am proud to currently coach-mentor clients through the following exchange platforms:

• Mentor in the 30% Club (since 2018)

• Mentor in Reed Women in Technology (since 2020)

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