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Associates

I’d like to introduce you to some unique professionals with whom I have worked over the years. I hope they could prove as valuable to you as they have, and indeed continue to be, for me.  I have worked with each of them in different ways and I will share below how they became a trusted resource.

My trusted Team KRA (Nicky, Kirsty and Michaela) are a constant source of support, wisdom and encouragement. Their combined expertise has had a powerful influence on me personally as well as my Company and continues to do so. They know they are truly appreciated.

Nicola Brown – In The Shed Limited

Nicola designed my website, created my new brand and sprinkled it with sparkle and my essence! She has over 10 years experience in the creative industry, and a BA (Hons) in Graphic Design. In 2009 Nicola brought her skills combined with her energy and passion, to set up ‘In The Shed Limited’ to offer a professional design service with the care and attention of a one to one approach, which is why her clients love it too.
So many great things happen ‘In the Shed’. It’s where ideas are born and develop into the perfect solution to match your needs. She works with you to understand your objectives and deliver a bespoke solution that fits the brief. In The Shed provide a variety of graphic design disciplines that will communicate your brand, such as logo and stationery design, leaflets, brochures, packaging, exhibition, marketing material, magazines and websites.

 

Kirsty Burgoine Limited

The magician in the engine room; the wizard who built and maintains my website!

Kirsty Burgoine is a web designer/developer based in Shrewsbury, Shropshire. Specialising in building bespoke websites that are tailored to the client’s needs. With a background in marketing, Kirsty has a unique perspective on, not just the best way to code a website, but how important the design and brand continuity is, how to optimise for search engines and how to market your website once live so that you get the most out of it.

 

Michaela Hardwick -  Beyond Expectation

With the patience of a saint, she coaches, guides, cajoles and supports me with those things that take time from what I love with a passion, my teaching. She is, indeed the glue that sticks KRA together.

Michaela Hardwick of Beyond Expectation is a business and performance coach working with both groups and on a 1-2-1 basis. Having previously trained and worked as a solicitor, graduate trainer and quality manager, Michaela has developed a unique and strong skill set which she now uses to help businesses and individuals develop strategies to achieve their goals and grow their business.

She has excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, an ability to identify key issues quickly and an objective eye. An instinctive and natural ability to understand people’s needs, motivations and skills means that her coaching matches their style and personality. She enjoys the variety of working with law firms, SMEs, teams within larger organisations, young people and community groups.

Josie Hastings

A long standing and trusted friend and professional colleague of almost 30 years, Josie’s knowledge of her subject working at a national level is a truly valued resource.

Josie Hastings Associates specialise in offering training in the challenging areas of employment including equality and diversity at work, managing harassment and bullying at work, Essential HR and employment law for managers, effective recruitment and selection of staff and managing poor performers.

With over 16 years’ experience, Josie Hastings Associates offer practical interactive training solutions which engage managers and staff. Supported by a comprehensive understanding of employment law, they aim to assist participants in dealing with challenging situations at work, promptly, fairly and legally.

They offer a range of interventions: trainer led workshops; workshops supported by professional actors as role-players, 1:1 coaching with actors and e-learning. Their training is always participative, informative and engaging.

Lesley Long- Go Wild for a Change

An experienced trainer, great friend and a fellow enthusiast of all things to do with self and personal development, Lesley and I thoroughly enjoy developing and delivering personal development programmes together.

With an established background of 18 years in management training and personal development consultancy, Lesley Long decided to retrain and use the outdoor environment to deliver these skills using the natural environment and so Go Wild for a Change was born….

Lesley’s social enterprise company creates personal development breaks for women to learn to survive and thrive. She helps clients who’ve experienced setbacks or who are ready to make changes in their personal lives: reclaim their self esteem, develop self-confidence and fulfil their personal potential. Clients take away powerful, practical and positive problem solving tools to empower them to lead successful and rewarding lives and design the future they want for themselves.

Go Wild for a Change breaks are run in cosy, restful venues in beautiful inspirational settings. Key ingredients in the mix include healthy food, fresh air, comfy beds and stunning views. Lesley and her team combine achievable outdoor activity with indoor action-learning workshops, life coaching, wellbeing support, relaxation and creative fun within a supportive community of like-minded women. Breaks are organised for groups and also tailored for individuals who want their own personal change programme.

Kelly Mansell – ABC Human Resources Consultancy

Kelly is a highly valued friend whose experience and guidance I have appreciated on so many occasions in the complex field of Human Resources.

Kelly Mansell established ABC Human Resource Consultancy nearly five years ago after a nationwide HR Management role.  She has over 14 years HR experience and CIPD qualifications. Kelly has gained the coveted award of Fellowship to the CIPD, which is a high accolade indeed. Key clients are based in Staffordshire, Cheshire, Mid Wales and Shropshire, with short term projects undertaken further afield.   ABC Human Resource Consultancy specialises in a full range of bespoke HR and training solutions for your organisation; from policies & procedures right through to hands on HR support at employee/management meetings. Kelly Mansell offers the full support of a HR Manager/Director at a cost and level that is relevant to any organisation; making employing people as easy as ABC!

 

 

 

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