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United by a passion for creating positive change, and with decades of combined experience in leadership, mentoring, coaching, and strategic development, Kelly Norwood-Young and Debra Ogilvie-Roodt offer a partnership that transforms challenges into opportunities. Our approach is grounded in empathy, innovation, and a deep commitment to making a meaningful difference.

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Kelly Norwood-Young

With an extensive background in marketing, communication, storytelling, and strategic business development, Kelly’s purpose-driven career is a testament to her ability to bridge human experiences with impactful strategies.

A seasoned leader in the publishing, education and edtech industries, Kelly has led high-performing, cross-functional teams across diverse markets. Her leadership journey is marked by a commitment to self-awareness, sensitivity, and service – qualities that have shaped her approach to coaching.

Kelly’s coaching philosophy is deeply influenced by her life experiences and professional journey, including her work on challenging topics like burnout and post-traumatic growth. With training in coaching and leadership, and an academic background in socio-cultural anthropology and literature, Kelly not only brings a deep understanding of cultural narratives and human behaviour to her work, but is uniquely positioned to guide others through transformative change with empathy, integrity, accountability, and empowerment.

Debra Ogilvie-Roodt

Debra Ogilvie-Roodt is a strategic thinker whose global experience spans both the non-profit and for-profit sectors. With a career dedicated to generating positive social impact outcomes, Debra has championed initiatives that foster educational advancement, environmental conservation, and financial inclusion, showcasing her expertise in business strategy, brand growth, fundraising, and stakeholder relations.

This hands-on experience, complemented by her training in coaching, sociological theory and corporate governance, has provided her with unique insights into leading equitable and effective organisations.

Deeply connected to nature and with an insatiable curiosity about the world’s systems and civilizations, Debra’s diverse interests and multifaceted life experiences not only enrich her coaching approach and understanding of human perspectives, but also inspire her leadership style – grounded in empathy, innovation and real-world wisdom. She is an adept guide for those looking to make meaningful life and career transitions.

Julius Njuguna

CEO & Co-founder, Esoma Solutions

Debra Ogilvie-Roodt, no amount of words can describe this trailblazer. A visionary architect, building roadmaps from chaos. Compassionate mirror, reflecting strengths and blind spots. Tireless advocate, opening doors, whispering “you got this.” A sounding board that amplifies potential, silencing self-doubt. Celebrates victories, big and small, fueling the entrepreneurial spirit.

Taryn Ward

CEO & Founder, Modjadji Consulting

Having a coach like Kelly Norwood-Young by your side is a game-changer. Kelly doesn’t just coach – she transforms mindsets. Her innate ability to unpack challenges and enhance strategic direction (bolstered by her deep understanding of sales and marketing, I’m sure), has empowered Modjadji not only to navigate change but to foster sustainable partnerships.

Karyn Poson

Business owner

Having the privilege to be coached through a massive life change has not only helped me maintain my sanity during a tumultuous time in my personal life but has actually been a key part of the business growth I’ve achieved this year. I love that the coaching techniques used are evidence-based – I can really feel the impact of coaching on all aspects of my life.

Hannah Foster

Vocal coach & entrepreneur

Kelly’s thoughtful coaching style leads to powerful results.

Each session has left me feeling immensely calm, clear and confident and I can definitely see the progress in the journey that we have chartered together.

Joanne

Business owner

Thank you from my entire being for all that you have done! I felt safe with you from the start … Your calmness and precision were exactly what I needed and turned my whole journey around for me! I am extremely lucky and blessed to have been able to work with someone like you with your gifts and skills! Thank you and thank you again!

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