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Become the executive you aspire to be.

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The three biggest challenges executives experience


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What do you want to do?

Figure out what you love doing
and let go of all the other stuff.

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Who do you want to be?

Get clarity on your ‘why’, then
get out of your own way.

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How do you do it?

Set clear goals and expectations
for yourself and others.

You can get clarity on this

I’m here to help

I have 30+ years of experience in executive development, from global corporates to scaleups in every sector (I’ve worked across Europe, the US, Asia, and Australia in industries from aviation to tech and FMCG). That’s deep expertise across a broad range of leadership topics that we can leverage for your career.

Whether you're an aspiring executive, new to executive (founder/interim), or an established executive, there is no silver bullet to success. The more senior you become, the more individual your challenges and development needs.

I can help you in 3 ways


I have spent 30 years coaching leaders in a broad range of industries, across the globe, with the last 6 years in my own practice dedicated to working with CEOs, founders, and executives at all levels.

Uncover what’s holding you back

Identify what’s getting in your way, understand where they came from, and develop strategies to overcome them.

Identify quick wins & long term success

Pinpoint immediate opportunities for improvement and establish the essential steps for sustained achievement.

Design the right coaching program for you

Overcome your roadblocks, create your roadmap, and become the leader you aspire to be.

Coaching programs


Programs can be selected to suit your particular needs and preferred way of working.

Book one or a series of 90 mins Strategic Sessions. For greater impact and value, commit to an Executive Coaching Program or One Day Intensive Program.

  • Strategic Sessions for Executives

    Receive coaching precisely when you need it most. Choose between booking a single session or opting for a series of sessions. Tailor your experience to maximise the value of your coaching budget.

    • 90 mins sessions.
    • Tailored topics.
    • Pay per session.
    • No contractual obligation.

  • The Executive Edge Coaching Programs

    For the most impactful results, opt for the most popular option and dive straight into the coaching experience.

    • Choice of comprehensive programs.
    • A range of engagement options.
    • Clear action plan.
    • Optimal return on your investment.

  • Executive Team Workshops & Coaching

    This is a choice of programs for an Exec Team, to encourage and enable the team to work more effectively together.

    • Exec Team focus.
    • Confidential process.
    • Collaborative approach.
    • Options for individual and team coaching.

The requirements of the role of an executive vary widely…


…from learning to let go and setting boundaries and standards, to raising expectations and being ‘more strategic’. Beyond managing the operations of the role, there’s the challenge of creating your identity as an executive, and then really owning that position and defining your legacy. All this can leave many executives feeling stuck.

Together we can uncover what’s getting in your way and design a program that will help you achieve executive success!

Already know what you need? Book now from the programs above.

  • "Mary helped clarify the impact of 'the leader' and worked with me to better understand my natural strengths and how to leverage them to elevate my impact, in a manner that was aligned to my personal values. The strategies and deep subject matter knowledge that Mary brings to discussions is high quality, helping me to authentically and naturally grow and evolve as a leader. "

    Liz Webb, CEO, EMM Consulting

  • "There is something very subtle about the way Mary works. Her friendly, charming style belies an ability to ask the difficult questions. Before you know it, you are opening up and dealing with the hard issues."

    Chris Tait, Managing Director, Henslow

  • "Speaking with someone as insightful as Mary has sharpened my leadership skills, affirmed my approach, and broadened my strategic perspective. Mary's genuine support provides personalised feedback and valuable actionable insights. Her unique coaching style, which deeply questions and re-questions my thought processes, has brought clarity and emphasised areas I needed to improve."

    Stefan Mazy, CEO, DermR Health

  • "Mary provided both comfort and clarity to my role as we have transitioned from a startup to a scaleup business. We often felt alone and isolated when making decisions, but her work has enabled us to identify this is not unique to us. Personally, I found her coaching helped me to cope with the new adjustments and responsibilities of my role."

    Max Mito, Co-founder & CEO, StrongRoom AI

  • "Mary’s exceptional guidance has positively impacted my professional journey. Her energy and friendly demeanour make each session both enjoyable and productive, and her patience is truly commendable. Mary’s advice was insightful and practical, providing me with valuable strategies for my professional growth. "

    Jackie Savci, Director & COO, Hanasoft

  • "Mary is one of those rare people who not only talks with authority and depth about the problem sets that founders and leaders face, but also sees the humour and humanity in the whole process. She doesn't beat around the bush, but gives real, practical advice that you can immediately put into practice."

    Zac Duff, Co-founder & CEO, JigSpace

How does it work?


Three steps to executive development success

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Schedule a breakthrough session

To uncover your specific challenges and build an action plan for your development.

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Book the program that’s right for you

If you already know exactly what you need, let’s get stuck straight in!

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Become the executive you aspire to be

Take action now, and together let’s lift your leadership capability so you can play BIG.

Path to Leadership Excellence

Download this free self-assessment tool and discover…

WHO you want to be as an executive

WHAT you want to do as an executive

HOW you want to succeed as an executive