Meet The Team
Phillippa Hurrell
Executive Leadership Consultant & Coach
With over 17 years of experience in executive coaching, Phillippa specialises in empowering senior leaders and teams to drive growth, transformation, and high performance. She is an expert in designing and delivering award-winning leadership programs that enhance confidence, clarity, and capability across organisations.
She has partnered with leading organisations, including BT, Arla, and the British Army, to build leadership capabilities that foster strategic decision-making and sustainable success. Her expertise spans across leadership development, strategic storytelling, and executive coaching, helping leaders navigate complex challenges with precision and impact.
Phillippa’s approach is focused on four key areas:
Strategic Storytelling – Helping leadership teams craft compelling business narratives that inspire change and drive engagement.
Leadership Development – Designing tailored programs that accelerate organisational capability and cultivate future leaders.
High-Performance Teams – Building cohesive, agile teams that execute with speed and precision.
Executive Coaching – Providing personalised coaching solutions that support leaders at pivotal career moments.
Currently based in both the UK and Saudi Arabia, Phillippa is passionate about equipping leaders with the tools and strategies needed to thrive in today’s fast-evolving business landscape.
With a passion for unlocking potential, Niamh is a Results Coach who empowers individuals and businesses to achieve transformational success. Her expertise lies in shifting mindsets, breaking through self-limiting beliefs, and designing actionable strategies that drive both personal and professional growth.
With a background in finance and extensive experience in business coaching, Niamh helps CEOs and business owners set ambitious goals and implement the strategic steps needed to reach them. Her approach is deeply rooted in practical, results-driven coaching that fosters confidence, resilience, and long-term success.
Drawing from her own journey of overcoming clinical depression, Niamh has developed a unique perspective on mental resilience and personal empowerment. She is dedicated to guiding clients through challenges, helping them redefine their narratives, and equipping them with the tools to thrive.
Her energy, insight, and results-focused methodology make her an inspiring force in leadership and personal development.
Niamh is based in Limerick, Ireland.
Ianette Hanekom
Executive Virtual Assistant & Graphic Designer
With over 16 years of experience in executive support and business operations, Ianette is a dynamic Virtual Assistant and Graphic Designer who specialises in streamlining workflows, enhancing brand presence, and driving operational efficiency for businesses.
Her expertise spans across administrative management, digital marketing, social media strategy, and creative design. Having worked across both corporate and private sectors, she brings a wealth of experience in managing projects, optimising processes, and delivering high-quality designs, including logos, business branding, and website visuals.
Ianette transitioned to remote work in 2020 and established her own business in 2022, supporting clients worldwide with executive assistance, bookkeeping, and digital content creation. She thrives in creative environments, leveraging her technological background to develop innovative solutions that enhance business visibility and engagement.
Her passion for design, strategic thinking, and ability to adapt to diverse business needs make her an invaluable partner for entrepreneurs and organisations looking to elevate their operations and brand identity.
Ianette is based in Cape Town, South Africa.
Claire Burnie
Lead Sales Facilitator
With over 20 years of experience in sales development, Claire specialises in designing and delivering high-impact learning programmes that drive tangible results. Her expertise lies in transforming sales teams, shaping organisational culture, and leading large-scale change initiatives that enhance performance and profitability.
As Head of Sales for TalkTalk, Claire spearheaded award-winning sales programmes that generated over £10 million in revenue and delivered a 1,700% ROI. She has partnered with global organisations across industries such as Retail, Telecommunications, Health, Travel, Utilities, Technology, and Financial Services, successfully implementing strategies that enhance customer experience and elevate leadership capabilities.
Having led operational teams of 5,000 employees across three continents, Claire understands what it takes to build high-performing teams that thrive in dynamic business environments. Her strategic vision, passion for people development, and ability to challenge perspectives make her a catalyst for sustained business growth and transformation.
Claire is based in Farnham, United Kingdom.
Niamh Liston
Professional Results Coach and Business Results Trainer
Molly Flatt
Author, Journalist & Copywriter
A leading voice in publishing and digital innovation, Molly is an accomplished author, journalist, and copywriter with over a decade of experience shaping thought leadership in the literary and business worlds. As Comment Editor of The Bookseller, she sparks debate on the future of publishing, co-programmes FutureBook—one of the UK's premier book trade conferences—and serves as a judge for the British Book Awards.
Molly's work has been featured in The Guardian, Evening Standard, and BBC, and she is a sought-after speaker at industry events such as FutureFest, Trigger Festival, and Wilderness. As a copywriter, she crafts compelling narratives for brands like Elie Saab, Gallagher, and Forbes, bringing clarity and impact to business storytelling.
With a background in tech, marketing, and digital strategy, Molly combines creative flair with strategic insight, making her a powerful voice in shaping the future of storytelling, both in publishing and beyond.
Molly is based in London, United Kingdom.