Ian Wilson

Ian Wilson has over 26 years’ experience in the field of learning and development, including coaching of individuals, teams and coach training for managers. This has included full time work for a NGO, a large international training company and the last 10 years as an independent consultant. Client groups have included Senior Managers, Graduates, as well as young people with emotional or behavioural challenges.

As well as work in the corporate field Ian is also a high-level coach for white-water kayaking and rock climbing, he uses his experience in this area to strong effect in the use of goal setting, performance review and high performance.

Having worked in many countries and with many nationalities (including living in France and working in the French language) Ian has a strong affinity with Intercultural groups and second language speakers.

His work in this area has allowed him to develop a clear and concise style that does not rely on the complexity and nuances of language that sometimes non-native English speakers find challenging. This has also included group coaching and leadership training sessions where participants have been primarily operating in their native language (Mandarin Chinese) and a finely tuned awareness of non-verbal cues and tone, has allowed the sessions to work effectively.

RBS- Graduate induction event using experiential learning activities (such as Community projects) to develop self-awareness, team and leadership skills. Approx 10 x 1 day events.

Deutsche Bank-Graduate induction event using experiential learning activities (such as Community projects) to develop self-awareness, team and leadership skills. Approx 15 x 3 day events.

African Development Bank-Bi-lingual (Eng/Fr) delivery of 2 day team development programme in Tunisia.

Credit Agricole- design and project management of multi-day team development programmes (in France).