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The personalised platform to drive career progression – we create bespoke and personal matches between professional consultants and those in need of support to break through boundaries and flourish

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— Meet our coaches —

Claire Bannister

Business Coach, Claire Bannister Coaching
Claire is a business coach specialising in helping female business owners accelerate revenue, expand their range, attract more clients and take considered action to achieve the balance they need. She believes every woman can be unstoppable when she believes she can be. A Time Line Therapy coach and NLP practitioner, Claire spent 30 years in the financial sector at Reuters and Barclays in C-suite leadership roles. She has extensive experience running her own procurement company, a UK franchise, and now her coaching company. Previously, she was Managing Director of British heritage brand House of Colour for the UK and ROW, where she led significant post-pandemic reinvigoration and major growth in the USA. Claire became self-employed to help women flourish in their businesses by embedding strong business practices, creating strong brand images and using mindset work as the foundation for transformation. She also runs local networking and coaching events and hopes to launch a women’s retreat this year. In her free time, she enjoys gardening, walking her two dogs, relaxing at home and socialising with friends.

Donna Still

Coach, Business Strategist and Energy Healer
Donna is a coach, business strategist, and energy healer who has spent over 15 years helping women overcome challenges, heal past wounds, and step into their true potential. Her coaching journey began in 1995 after taking an NLP Diploma, later becoming a Master Practitioner and certified trainer. With a background spanning care work, painting and decorating, and running a successful female-led interior design business, Donna has consistently championed women in male-dominated industries, mentoring young women entering construction and promoting inclusive workplaces. A published author, mother of four, and grandmother of eight, Donna blends traditional coaching with energy healing, breathwork, and astrology to create personalised, holistic transformations. She specialises in business development, leadership, mindset, well-being, and supporting clients through PTSD, anxiety, and stress. A certified Business Strategist, NLP Trainer, Reiki Master and member of the International Breathwork Foundation, she offers 1:1 coaching, group programmes, workshops, and six luxury retreats each year. Outside of work, she loves travelling, reading, cooking, and spending time with her grandchildren.

Hannah Beko

Trauma-Informed Women's Coach
As a lawyer, business owner, and mother, Hannah Beko understands the immense pressure many women face—balancing high expectations, professional demands, and personal responsibilities, often at the expense of their own wellbeing. Becoming a carer 18 months ago while navigating perimenopause and receiving a late ADHD diagnosis has provided her with a deeper understanding of the career journeys of the women she works with. In 2016, she founded Authentically Speaking to offer a different path—one that prioritises the nervous system, honours lived experiences, and helps individuals reconnect with who they truly are beneath the roles they perform. Her trauma-informed, holistic approach combines coaching, mentoring, and practical tools to support women who feel like they’re running on empty—whether in law, business, or any high-responsibility space. Through 1:1 sessions, group programmes, and workshops, she creates a safe space for women to explore what they truly want from their careers and lives—and how to move towards those goals with greater clarity, confidence, and calm. For those feeling tired, stuck, or on the edge of burnout, they are not alone, and they don’t have to naviga

Ian Lyons

Managing Director at Vertical Evolution
As co-founder and developer of a National market leading online legal services company; Ian developed and implemented a million pound plus; industry disruptive sales and marketing strategy. He has mentored and advised 0000's of successful new business start ups from multiple sectors. Implemented the sales strategy for a now successful; regional Accountancy Practice. Founded and developed a niche Debt Management Company from start up to profitable trading company. Re-designed and implemented the business plan to re-establish a key Social Enterprise for a large National Charity.

Katherine Ashmore

Transformational Life and Professional Coach
You are one decision away from creating the future you know is possible. Whether you want sharper focus, clearer direction, stronger performance, or to address the mindset and beliefs holding you back. Whether you're juggling competing demands, want to lead with greater confidence and influence, communicate more effectively, or simply feel like yourself again. Katherine works with ambitious leaders, entrepreneurs, and senior professionals, equipping them with practical tools and mindset strategies to perform at their best and lead with authenticity, purpose, and presence. It’s about reconnecting with who you are, what you bring, and the impact you want to make - essential qualities in an AI-driven world. Coaching becomes a strategic investment in your future. Katherine partners with clients with integrity and commitment, tailoring every programme for meaningful, lasting change. With 30+ years across advertising, healthcare, leadership, entrepreneurship, and ICF/Animas-certified coaching, she brings a grounded, jargon-free approach. She created The Confidence Accelerator® and hosts The Mindset Exchange podcast.

Patricia Seabright

Founder, Archimedes Consulting
Patricia has been coaching since 2004 and has worked with hundreds of women (and men) over that time. She is currently undertaking a masters in executive coaching at Ashridge. As a coach she particularly focuses on working with women to help them overcome the challenges they face in the workplace. What she has observed throughout her career is that women can be held back by not recognising the (sometimes subtle) challenges and bias that surround them; these challenges and biases can negatively affect women’s careers, whether they realise it or not. She is passionate about gender balance in the workplace. During lock down, she made good use of her down time by writing a book, “She Said!” about the women being heard, which became an Amazon best seller. Like all executives, the pressure of the workplace for women is often intense and Patricia’s coaching seeks to provide the precious opportunity to have space and support to identify and process all the challenges faced. She supports her clients in formulating and executing plans for personal and professional progress.
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