Evergreen Leaders works alongside executive leaders to develop leadership that is both effective and sustainable. Through coaching and consultancy, we enable leaders to gain clarity, shape strategic direction, and strengthen the mindset required to lead with confidence through challenge and change. Together, we cultivate leadership that endures and organisations that are positioned for long-term success.

Coaching

Supporting leaders to think clearly, lead confidently and navigate complexity.

Consultancy

Strategic support, challenge and expertise to drive sustainable improvement.

Leadership

Facilitation, training and professional development tailored to leaders and organisations.

Working with Maxine as my Leadership coach was an absolute game-changer. As a direct result of her coaching, my strategic thinking shifted immensely, giving me the clarity, confidence, and tools to elevate my leadership. I cannot recommend her highly enough to any school leader seeking to take their leadership to the next level.

Liam Mernagh
Head of Middle School at Doha English Speaking School

I worked with Maxine at a time when I was at a crossroads and unsure about my next steps. Through her probing questions, guidance, and deep empathy during personal challenges, I gained clarity on my strengths and always left sessions feeling uplifted and ready to face any challenge

L Wiggle
Associate Assistant Headteacher

I worked with Maxine ahead of my transition to school headship. Thanks to our sessions, I’ve gained massive clarity on my professional values and the exact culture I want to create as a headteacher. I can’t recommend her enough to any aspiring or current leader.

Hattie Farrer
Assistant Headteacher

Thanks to Maxine’s guidance, I gained the confidence and clarity to apply for the promotion—and I recently got promoted to Director for our flagship campus, my ultimate career goal. Her warmth, openness, and professionalism make her an exceptional coach.

Elle Martin
Central Academic Director, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Working with Maxine helped me navigate whole-school leadership, move beyond the ‘noise,’ and focus on actionable decisions that led to my promotion to School Principal. Her coaching gave me the clarity to lead strategically, and the approach she modeled continues to influence how I work with senior leaders today.

Jack W.A. Little iPGCE, MaEd, EMBA, NPQH
Regional Learning Director (Iberia Region), International Schools Partnership

Working with Maxine whilst navigating middle leadership dynamics was transformative. The most valuable takeaway for me was gaining the confidence and strategies to lead with clarity and impact and find my own distinct voice within the senior leadership team.

Rita Pescetelli
Deputy Headteacher, Academy of Central Bedfordshire

Maxine supported me during my early career years and guided me through two successful leadership interview processes. Her expertise and insightful approach helped me better understand my professional strengths, making me feel both comfortable and empowered from day one.

Jess Fuller

Working with Maxine was transformative. Her coaching directly supported me to work through imposter syndrome, shift my mindset, and clearly see what I have to offer. Because of her extensive knowledge of the education system, I could speak freely and get straight to meaningful work.

Jen Houghton
Senior teacher

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