Welcome, I’m Emma Marinos a Leadership Coach and Facilitator

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Why This Work Matters to Me

I work with leaders, teams and organisations across local government and the wider public sector. Early in my career I made a conscious decision to work in the public sector because I believe everyone should have the opportunity to enjoy a good quality of life, and I wanted to play a small part in contributing to that.

Before becoming a leadership coach and facilitator, I spent over 30 years working in local government, including 15 years at assistant chief executive and director level. During that time I led services responsible for transformation and innovation, marketing and communications, digital and technology, organisational development and human resources.

Throughout my leadership career, how I worked with people mattered deeply to me. I became increasingly interested in how individuals and teams grow, develop and work well together, particularly in complex and pressured environments. That interest gradually led me towards coaching and facilitation, where I could support leaders more deeply as they reflect, develop insight and navigate change.

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How I Approach This Work

My approach is highly relational. I create thoughtful and engaging spaces where individuals and teams feel able to reflect openly, explore challenges and learn together. Using reflective enquiry, I support leaders to develop a deeper understanding of themselves, their relationships and the systems they work within.

From my experience in local government, I understand the pressures, complexities and political context leaders often face. This allows me to support people in a way that combines thoughtful reflection with practical insight and real-world understanding.

An important influence in my work is my lifelong practice of yoga. As both a long-standing practitioner and qualified teacher, I have developed a deep interest in wellbeing and stress management. This experience shapes how I support leaders to develop resilience, manage pressure and stay grounded in demanding roles.

Clients often tell me that I build rapport quickly and create a calm and supportive environment where people feel able to be honest, curious and willing to challenge their own thinking.

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Experience & Career Highlights

Over 30 years’ experience in local government...

…including 15 years at assistant chief executive and director level.
Led services responsible for...

…transformation and innovation, digital and technology, organisational development, HR, marketing and communications.
Designed and delivered...

…multiple leadership development programmes and team coaching for local authorities and the NHS.
Associate coach and facilitator...

…working with organisations including SOLACE and LGIU.
Extensive experience supporting...

…senior leadership teams navigating organisational change and complexity.
Experienced in working with....

…senior stakeholders and political leadership in demanding environments.