About The Growing Seed
Founded in 2021, The Growing Seed emerged from my experience at the intersection of academia and organizational development. I established this practice to help organizations enhance performance through deeper understanding of human behavior and team dynamics.The name reflects my belief that organizations thrive when they invest in developing their people's "inner seed", allowing them to solve old problems by applying new thinking. This philosophy shapes how I partner with clients - combining rigorous understanding of organizational behavior with practical, challenging strategies for leadership growth and team effectiveness.
About me
I bring a global perspective to executive development, having coached leaders across four continents during critical organizational transformations.
My work spans from global organizations like the United Nations and Jaguar Land Rover to innovative scale-ups, guiding senior leaders as they navigate increasingly complex business environments.
My coaching portfolio includes CEOs and senior executives at organizations including Heathrow Airport, Bahrain National Bank, and the NHS.
This diverse experience has deepened my understanding of leadership challenges across different organizational cultures and industry contexts.
A Unique Blend of Academia and Practice
As Head of Executive Coaching for UCL's MBA programs and a faculty member at the School of Management (part of one of the top 10 universities in the world), I bring a unique perspective to leadership development. I teach executive education and MBA courses in team performance, emotional intelligence, and psychological safety, allowing me to bridge cutting-edge research with practical business challenges.
My approach differs from traditional executive coaches.
Rather than drawing solely from past corporate experience, I combine behavioral science insights with practical application. This allows me to offer an objective lens, helping leaders explore solutions beyond conventional wisdom or preconceived ideas.
In the classroom, I challenge MBA students and global executives to think critically about leadership and organizational dynamics. In my coaching practice, I apply these same principles to help leaders navigate complex challenges and drive meaningful change.
Through The Growing Seed, I'm dedicated to bringing this academic-practitioner approach to organizations seeking evidence-informed solutions for leadership development, team performance, and organizational effectiveness.
