Di's first career encompassed thirty years as a teacher, twenty-three of which were at senior leadership level and culminating in eleven years as a headteacher. Her extensive experience ranges from leading people early in their careers to middle and senior-leader groups and leadership at strategic board level.
Her deep knowledge and understanding of learning and leadership has enabled her to transfer her skills as an executive coach, and she supports individuals, groups and team in the private, charity and public sectors. She especially enjoys helping people develop authentic leadership capability, improving their well-being and resilience and building on individual personal strengths to enable growth and success.
Di is an ICF Professional Certified Coach, an AOEC Systemic Team Coach, MHFA Positive Intelligence Coach and a Coach trainer for Barefoot Coaching Ltd.