Abigail specialises in developing confident, capable managers through practical leadership training, coaching, and CPD-certified Train the Trainer programmes. Mark brings a wealth of knowledge in business and risk management, helping teams build resilience and think strategically.
Together, we combine decades of experience with a real passion for people development. Our mission? To help everyday managers grow into the kind of leaders others genuinely want to follow – with confidence, clarity, and the tools to make lasting impact.
Whether you’re in HR, L&D, or managing a team yourself, we’re here to support your people’s growth through practical training, honest coaching, and sustainable development that actually sticks.
Sound familiar?
👉 If any of these hit home, you’re not alone – and you’re definitely in the right place.
At Athena Evolve, we specialise in turning these everyday challenges into real opportunities for growth. Through expert-led training, coaching, and tailored solutions, we help organisations build confident managers, capable trainers, and strong, collaborative teams.
We know that strong middle management is the engine of a thriving business. Without clear development pathways and support, you risk disengagement, high turnover, and leadership gaps. That’s why we equip your people with the skills, structure, and confidence they need to lead effectively – and keep developing others around them.
What changes when we work together?
✅ Retention improves – people feel supported and want to stay
✅ Teams collaborate better – because communication finally clicks
✅ Managers and Trainers step up – with clarity, confidence, and consistency
✅ Your leadership pipeline grows – ready for whatever’s next
Whether it’s online learning, face-to-face workshops, small group sessions or custom programs built into your business LMS – we deliver in a way that fits your structure and scales with your team.
Every service we offer is grounded in what actually works – not just theory.
Explore our Athena Evolve Solutions and Services to find out how we can support your people – and your business – to lead with confidence, consistency, and real impact.
Not sure where to start? Let’s have a relaxed, no-obligation chat to explore what you’re looking for – and whether our Athena Evolve approach is the right fit.
We help businesses grow confident, emotionally intelligent leaders who know how to get the best out of their teams – and themselves.
Whether you’re developing new managers, sharpening experienced leaders, or shifting team culture, we offer flexible, practical solutions designed to drive meaningful behaviour change – not just tick boxes.
Mastering Emotional Intelligence for Managers: Coaching Your Team to Success
Perfect for new managers, experienced leaders needing a fresh approach, or individuals identified for career progression.
Delivered via flexible options, including face-to-face workshops, 1-2-1 online programs, or via your internal Learning Management System for scalability.
This course enhances:
✔️ Coaching & communication skills
✔️ Feedback & performance conversations
✔️ Emotional intelligence & motivation
✔️ Team dynamics, adaptability, and trust
Give your internal facilitators the skills and confidence to deliver engaging, effective training.
✔️ Adult learning principles
✔️ Workshop design & delivery
✔️ Feedback, facilitation, and coaching tools
Understand how your people think, lead, and collaborate. Our DISC profiling helps individuals and teams work better together – with less friction and more purpose.
✔️ Improve team communication and dynamics
✔️ Resolve conflict and enhance motivation
✔️ Delivered by a certified DISC professional, including interpreted graphs and business-relevant insights
Tailored coaching for individuals facing growth, change, or challenge.
✔️ Step into leadership roles with confidence
✔️ Enhance communication & presence
✔️ Overcome roadblocks and unlock potential
Our bespoke team workshops are crafted to meet your specific business needs. No matter where you are in your growth journey, enhancing team cohesion and skills ensures that everyone is aligned with your company’s vision.
We envision a world where individuals embrace their potential, fostering unwavering self-belief to conquer goals. By broadening perspectives, equipping you with essential skills, and nurturing curiosity, we turn possibilities into realities.
We’re dedicated to nurturing growth and confidence, shifting mindsets from fixed to growth-oriented through comprehensive coaching and training. We firmly believe that with the right guidance, any aspiration is within reach.
Empowerment: Catalysing enduring change
Encouragement: Spurring action
Support: Fostering unwavering confidence
Motivation: Cultivating a sense of purpose
Enjoyment: Approaching every endeavour with enthusiasm and commitment
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