Summary

James is a high-performance coach and facilitator with a 25-year background in banking, financial services, technology and telecommunications sectors. He helps executives and teams reconnect with purpose, clarity, and confidence. Originally from New Zealand, James is down-to-earth, passionate about individual and team growth, wellbeing and sport. He believes that sustainable high performance and personal balance are achievable for everyone.

Coaching Style

James’ coaching style is engaging, energising and grounded. He enjoys working with professionals navigating high-pressure roles, leadership transitions, or moments of personal reinvention. Clients describe sessions as motivating and enjoyable, with practical mindset tools and techniques. Over the course of their coaching programme, clients report feeling calmer, clearer and more energised, whilst generating tangible results in leadership effectiveness, decision-making, confidence, and team performance.

Professional Experience

James spent 25 years in corporate learning and leadership development, holding senior global roles across banking, financial services, technology and telecommunications firms; including positions with HSBC and Morgan Stanley Capital. Leading global functions, James has worked with hundreds of high-performing leaders and teams all over the world. More recently, James delivers high-quality leadership development programmes and workshops, team coaching and 1:1 coaching programmes with clients across a diverse range of industries and locations. His engaging style and strong sense of purpose help create a safe, supportive environment where individuals and teams can grow, sustain high performance and achieve meaningful results.

Qualifications

James is a certified NeuroLeadership Institute Coach and an NLP Master Coach and Practitioner. He is also certified in a range of psychometric and assessment tools, including Hogan Assessments, E-Colours, Emergenetics, Strengths and EQ.

Personal Interests

Family including my wife (Tala) and daughters (Chloe & Elodie); Self-Development & Growth; Travel; Tennis (previously representing Wellington & New Zealand) & Padel; Health & Fitness; Water Sports & Activities.