Leanne Bridges
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Steve Huntly
As a business we wanted to continue to develop our management team to the next level. Leanne, with a client centred approach, helped to analyse and design a programme of support that helped to move the needle on critical people centred skills. Leanne’s engaging, and coaching style interactive programme, integrated Emotional Intelligence and behavioural aspects, as well as practical coaching principles. By focussing on the human aspect of business culture and business performance, I feel we worked on the critically important
Mike Hodges
I needed the support from someone with a fresh perspective on where my business and I are heading. As a business owner there is always a lot going on and sometimes you need the time to focus on what’s important and that’s where Leanne has helped enormously. With any new working relationship, there is always a certain amount of uncertainty but very earlier into the first coaching session I felt at ease with Leanne’s approach. From the sessions I’ve manage to work on some behaviours and self-reflection which has improved my approach to some of the more challenging aspects of managing a business. I feel less anxious in situations where previously I would have worried about the outcome, especially where there might have been a potential for conflict. I highly recommend Leanne. She has helped me to change my mindset for the better and I’m looking forward to our future work together.
Simon Kirkbride
Over the past few months, Leanne has helped me in a number of areas which have really helped me both from a business and personal perspective. I now have a far better understanding of my thought patterns and emotions and how these can have such an impact on what I am doing. I now feel far better equipped with a toolkit I can take forwards with me. Thank you Leanne! I would definitely recommend Leanne to others. Simon Kirkbride
Steve Huntly
As a business we wanted to continue to develop our management team to the next level. Leanne, with a client centred approach, helped to analyse and design a programme of support that helped to move the needle on critical people centred skills. Leanne’s engaging, and coaching style interactive programme, integrated Emotional Intelligence and behavioural aspects, as well as practical coaching principles. By focussing on the human aspect of business culture and business performance, I feel we worked on the critically important
Mike Hodges
I needed the support from someone with a fresh perspective on where my business and I are heading. As a business owner there is always a lot going on and sometimes you need the time to focus on what’s important and that’s where Leanne has helped enormously. With any new working relationship, there is always a certain amount of uncertainty but very earlier into the first coaching session I felt at ease with Leanne’s approach. From the sessions I’ve manage to work on some behaviours and self-reflection which has improved my approach to some of the more challenging aspects of managing a business. I feel less anxious in situations where previously I would have worried about the outcome, especially where there might have been a potential for conflict. I highly recommend Leanne. She has helped me to change my mindset for the better and I’m looking forward to our future work together.
Simon Kirkbride
Over the past few months, Leanne has helped me in a number of areas which have really helped me both from a business and personal perspective. I now have a far better understanding of my thought patterns and emotions and how these can have such an impact on what I am doing. I now feel far better equipped with a toolkit I can take forwards with me. Thank you Leanne! I would definitely recommend Leanne to others. Simon Kirkbride
Steve Huntly
As a business we wanted to continue to develop our management team to the next level. Leanne, with a client centred approach, helped to analyse and design a programme of support that helped to move the needle on critical people centred skills. Leanne’s engaging, and coaching style interactive programme, integrated Emotional Intelligence and behavioural aspects, as well as practical coaching principles. By focussing on the human aspect of business culture and business performance, I feel we worked on the critically important
Mike Hodges
I needed the support from someone with a fresh perspective on where my business and I are heading. As a business owner there is always a lot going on and sometimes you need the time to focus on what’s important and that’s where Leanne has helped enormously. With any new working relationship, there is always a certain amount of uncertainty but very earlier into the first coaching session I felt at ease with Leanne’s approach. From the sessions I’ve manage to work on some behaviours and self-reflection which has improved my approach to some of the more challenging aspects of managing a business. I feel less anxious in situations where previously I would have worried about the outcome, especially where there might have been a potential for conflict. I highly recommend Leanne. She has helped me to change my mindset for the better and I’m looking forward to our future work together.
Simon Kirkbride
Over the past few months, Leanne has helped me in a number of areas which have really helped me both from a business and personal perspective. I now have a far better understanding of my thought patterns and emotions and how these can have such an impact on what I am doing. I now feel far better equipped with a toolkit I can take forwards with me. Thank you Leanne! I would definitely recommend Leanne to others. Simon Kirkbride
Steve Huntly
As a business we wanted to continue to develop our management team to the next level. Leanne, with a client centred approach, helped to analyse and design a programme of support that helped to move the needle on critical people centred skills. Leanne’s engaging, and coaching style interactive programme, integrated Emotional Intelligence and behavioural aspects, as well as practical coaching principles. By focussing on the human aspect of business culture and business performance, I feel we worked on the critically important
Mike Hodges
I needed the support from someone with a fresh perspective on where my business and I are heading. As a business owner there is always a lot going on and sometimes you need the time to focus on what’s important and that’s where Leanne has helped enormously. With any new working relationship, there is always a certain amount of uncertainty but very earlier into the first coaching session I felt at ease with Leanne’s approach. From the sessions I’ve manage to work on some behaviours and self-reflection which has improved my approach to some of the more challenging aspects of managing a business. I feel less anxious in situations where previously I would have worried about the outcome, especially where there might have been a potential for conflict. I highly recommend Leanne. She has helped me to change my mindset for the better and I’m looking forward to our future work together.
Simon Kirkbride
Over the past few months, Leanne has helped me in a number of areas which have really helped me both from a business and personal perspective. I now have a far better understanding of my thought patterns and emotions and how these can have such an impact on what I am doing. I now feel far better equipped with a toolkit I can take forwards with me. Thank you Leanne! I would definitely recommend Leanne to others. Simon Kirkbride
Experience
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Leanne Bridges Ltd
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United Kingdom
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Professional Training and Coaching
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1 - 100 Employee
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Coach and Consultant (Founder/Managing Director)
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Nov 2019 - Present
I help ambitious business owners and leaders to achieve their business and personal goals through improving the effectiveness of themselves and/or their teams. Service options include: ▪ One to One Coaching for Executive and Leaders ▪ Group Coaching Programmes (open and in-house) ▪ Leadership Training and Development - Customised programmes that combine real world perspectives and a deep understanding of people to take performance in your business to the next level ▪ Leadership Consulting Services for SME's - as a Freelance HR Director and Leadership Consultant I help growing business with strategic leadership solutions to fuel the companies growth. Typically working with clients who have no HR resource, a junior HR Manager or are using an outsourced provider to support with HR basics. Examples of how I help businesses include: ▪ Defining and communicating your business strategy and goals & aligning your team to achieve these ▪ Getting under the skin of people issues that consume your time and find effective long-term solutions to problems ▪ Structuring your team and defining job roles for high performance and productivity combined with excellent customer experience ▪ Creating and communicating company values and ways of working so that your team understand the attitude and approach that works in your business and for your customer ▪ Developing simple and pragmatic performance processes to support you team to move from good to great performance ▪ Assessing company culture and engagement supporting you to create a highly constructive and productive environment and ultimately build a better business ▪ Establishing and implementing communication routines so that your team are making better decisions based on the latest information, while feeling involved and informed to improve retention ▪ Defining what you need from an HR function in your growing business and supporting you to implement it. Show less
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Various Companies
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United States
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700 & Above Employee
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Summary of Experience - People and Operations Director | Leadership Roles (27 Years)
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Nov 2019 - Nov 2019
Over 25 years in International HR and Operational Leadership roles, working across a broad range of countries, sectors, organisation sizes and ownership structures. Experience in Chemicals & Gas, Manufacturing & Engineering, Retail, Leisure & Entertainment, Professional Services and Sales. Well versed in anticipating and responding to rapid market, environmental and legislative change and developing associated strategic plans. Supported and led projects to manage business expansion and acquisitions. Coached and consulted with a broad range of Execs, MD’s and Leadership Teams Achievements include: Winners of the Business Leaders Employer of the Year (2018 & 19) Building and leading respected, energetic and competent People and Culture teams across the European Region Successfully turning around and leading In-house and Outsourced Operational and Service Delivery teams Supporting the acquisition and integration of new businesses including both small European privately owned entities and large businesses with 10,000+ people. Implementing new business operating models and reorganising to support expansion, downturns and changes in trading situations In-sourcing and outsourcing services to generate savings or create service improvements Implementing a full suite of organisational development activity from values and behaviours to leadership programmes to support high performance Conducted culture and engagement improvement initiatives resulting in service, profit and staff retention improvements Led the implementation of HR Systems (including SAP) to support process improvements and provide online learning platforms Introduced new approaches to total pay and reward packages to secure high potential colleagues and improve attraction Supported site & business divestment and closures Show less
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A-Gas
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United Kingdom
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Environmental Services
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200 - 300 Employee
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People and Culture Director (International)
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Apr 2013 - Nov 2019
A-Gas is a private equity owned niche gas/chemicals recovery, recycling and manufacturing business. A complex business with rapidly changing environmental, market and legislative changes. As P&C Director I was a member of the European Leadership Team where we were together responsible for delivery of the business expansion, growth and profit plan. The business was in a high growth phase and as the first HR appointment my responsibility was to lead and develop the People and Culture Strategy as well as establishing an HR team capable of supporting the growth plan. Show less
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Liberata
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United Kingdom
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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400 - 500 Employee
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HR Operations Lead
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Oct 2011 - Apr 2013
Managed an HR Service Centre and led a team of 13 Advisors to provide HR and Recruitment Services to c.6000 employees across North Somerset Council & Schools. Worked in partnership with the Council's Management Team to turnaround the Service Centre so that it exceeded contractual obligations and service requirements. Key requirements included: complete process review and remapping, process redesign, implementation of new IT software and processes, team restructuring, change management, strong team leadership and engagement. Show less
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Gala Coral Group Limited
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United Kingdom
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Gambling Facilities and Casinos
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1 - 100 Employee
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Regional Human Resources Business Partner
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Sep 2009 - Dec 2011
HR Business Partner spanning the diverse brands of Gala Casino, Gala Bingo and Coral Betting Shops. Partner to Regional Directors across 250 outlets in the South Region. Developed and delivered a people plan for each brand to support the business and trading priorities. HR Business Partner spanning the diverse brands of Gala Casino, Gala Bingo and Coral Betting Shops. Partner to Regional Directors across 250 outlets in the South Region. Developed and delivered a people plan for each brand to support the business and trading priorities.
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Somerfield
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Retail
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200 - 300 Employee
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Interim Human Resources Manager
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Nov 2008 - Sep 2009
HR Consultant for Somerfield Head Office Directors and Management Team Following acquisition by the Co-operative Group my contract was to manage closure of the head office and a smooth transfer of services to the Co-op Group. Key activities included: retention planning for key employees, restructuring, exit planning, redundancy, relocation/transfers, change management. HR Consultant for Somerfield Head Office Directors and Management Team Following acquisition by the Co-operative Group my contract was to manage closure of the head office and a smooth transfer of services to the Co-op Group. Key activities included: retention planning for key employees, restructuring, exit planning, redundancy, relocation/transfers, change management.
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Traveling Australia
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Sep 2008 - Nov 2008
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Phones 4u
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United Kingdom
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Executive Offices
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300 - 400 Employee
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Lead Human Resources Business Partner
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Jan 2008 - Sep 2008
Responsible for HR, recruitment and development through leadership of a team of 10 HR professionals. Partnered with the Divisional Director and advised senior stakeholders. Created a people plan that supported delivery of regional budget and profit expectations. Responsible for HR, recruitment and development through leadership of a team of 10 HR professionals. Partnered with the Divisional Director and advised senior stakeholders. Created a people plan that supported delivery of regional budget and profit expectations.
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Co-op
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United Kingdom
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Lead Human Resources Business Partner
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Aug 1999 - Jan 2008
Contributed to development and delivery of the Food Retail HR Strategy. With Business Leaders devised and implemented a people plan for the South West and Wales Region that supported the corporate direction and local business requirements. Lead a multi-disciplinary team of 14 HR, Learning and Development and Safety professionals. Delivering HR, Training, Recruitment, Food Safety and Licensing Services across c.420 stores and 12,000 employees. Seconded to the Alldays integration project for 12 months to transition the incoming 10,000 employees and 400 business units - some requiring sale or transfer to other Co-operative Businesses. Show less
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Dalehead Foods
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United Kingdom
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Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Personnel Officer
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Sep 1998 - Aug 1999
Personal Officer on Food Production and Manufacturing site with c.600 employees Personal Officer on Food Production and Manufacturing site with c.600 employees
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VOSA
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Government Administration
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1 - 100 Employee
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Personnel Officer
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Dec 1995 - Sep 1998
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Tesco
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United Kingdom
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Training Manager
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Feb 1993 - Dec 1995
Responsible for Learning, Training and Development of c.350 instore managers and employees Responsible for Learning, Training and Development of c.350 instore managers and employees
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Education
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University of the West of England
Advanced Certificate in Executive Coaching -
Institute of Leadership and Management
Level 7 Diploma, Executive Coaching and Mentoring -
American Board of Neuro Linguistic Programming
Neuro Linguistic Programming (Practitioner) -
University of West of England
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Myers Briggs Company
MBTI / Myers Briggs and Emotional Judgement Inventory -
TalentQ & Korn Ferry
Occupational and Personality Psychometric Testing (BPS level A and B) -
American Board of Neuro Linguistic Programming
NLP Coach -
American Board of NLP
Hypnotherapy -
American Board of NLP
Timeline Therapy -
American Board NLP
Master Practioner & Master Coach, Neuro Linguistic Programming