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Heather Traynor

Executive Coach

Heather Traynor is an accomplished Learning & Development Specialist and Professional Coach, dedicated to fostering professional growth through advanced coaching techniques and leadership development. With a solid foundation in English education, a Master’s in Psychology, and a Level 5 Coaching Professional qualification, Heather’s approach integrates deep insights into human behaviour to create transformative learning experiences.

Her unique blend of psychological expertise and educational experience enables her to craft and deliver experiences that resonate deeply with participants’ professional aspirations.

Heather’s coaching philosophy centres on the belief that emotional intelligence is the foundation of powerful leadership. She guides leaders to explore and embrace their emotions, building the deep self-awareness necessary for authentic growth. By helping leaders reframe imposter syndrome and address its root causes, Heather empowers them to step confidently into their roles, fostering a leadership style that inspires others and creates lasting impact. Her approach is unique, transformative, and rooted in the idea that true resilience and effectiveness begin from within.

Heather’s commitment to coaching excellence has earned widespread recognition, including the prestigious ‘Coaching Champion’ award. She is passionate about empowering professionals to thrive in dynamic and challenging environments, helping them to unlock their potential and achieve lasting success.

- Training Skills

- Mission & Purpose

- Wellbeing, Resilience

- Stress Management

- Leader as Coach

- Adaptive / Agile Decision Making

- Change Management

- Change Communication

- Strategic Mindset

- Growth Mindset

- Emotional Intelligence

- Cultural Intelligence

- DE&I & Wellbeing

- Leadership Development (Executive & Board)

- Leadership Development (Middle Management)

- Personal Storytelling

- Psychological Safety

- Communication Skills

- Collaboration / Team Constructive Conflict

- Leadership Development (Entry - Middle Management level)

- Purpose Driven Leadership

- Self Awareness

- Strategy / Strategic Thinking

- Executive Coaching

- Career Transition

- Wellbeing

- Performance

- Change, Transformation & Restructuring

- Inclusion & Equity

- Level 5 Coaching Professional
- MSc Psychology