With a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities in academia, we design and deliver customised programmes that empower academic and professional services staff to thrive in leadership roles and influence the future of higher education, communities and nations.
Designed to strengthen leaders and organisations
One-to-one, tailored leadership support
Custom strategies to meet your goals
To develop higher education leaders who drive positive social, economic and environmental change by sharing values, shaping stronger communities and fostering collaboration.
A world where inspired higher education leaders work to create sustainable change, thriving communities, and a better future for all.
Partnering with universities, sector organisations and government to deliver meaningful results
Using live research and practical expertise to create measurable, context-specific change
Bringing together leading academics and programme managers to tackle complex challenges with insight
Challenging convention and co-designing innovative approaches for transformative outcomes
Professor David Dawson, Director
David is an expert higher education leadership specialist with over 25 years’ experience designing and delivering evidence-based programmes for academic and professional staff. Renowned for translating strategy into action, he empowers leaders across the UK, Europe and internationally, fostering collaboration, innovation and inclusive practices that drive measurable impact and success.
Gideon Capie, Director
With 25+ years in global academia, Gideon combines exceptional project management expertise with deep knowledge of complex funding landscapes. He leads high-stake projects, mentors emerging talent and partners with institutions worldwide to deliver sustainable, successful outcomes, turning strategic insight into practical, high-impact results.