Welcome to Athena Evolve

About Athena Evolve

At Athena Evolve, our foundation is rooted in a passion for developing others, backed by extensive experience and knowledge in training, coaching and people management. We not only train and coach but also role model, infusing a sense of humour into impactful learning experiences.

Why Choose Athena Evolve?

  • Quality Content and Delivery: Synonymous with impactful outcomes, cost-effective training, and coaching
  • Authenticity and Mutual Respect: We pride ourselves on genuine interactions and value mutual respect
  • Founded by Abigail and Mark: With vast experience in training, coaching, and people management, we identified gaps and needs, inspiring the creation of Athena. Formerly known as ‘Athena Coaching Solutions,’ we rebranded to ‘Athena Evolve’ to mirror our own growth journey.
  • Wisdom and Strategy: Named after the Greek Goddess of Wisdom, Strategy, and War, Athena Evolve brings joint military backgrounds and extensive experience to guide and challenge you toward achieving agreed outcomes.
  • Goal-Driven Approach: We believe in setting achievable goals, a principle reflected in our personal endeavours, including building a 70 foot barge, marrying in Iceland during Covid, and taking on challenges to raise funds and awareness for Parkinson’s UK.
  • Our Commitment: Athena Evolve is committed to challenging your thinking, pushing your boundaries, igniting creativity, and instilling the confidence to say, ‘I can do this!’

Ready to Evolve?

Join us on your journey of growth and empowerment with Athena Evolve!

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Meet the Team

Co-Founder

Abigail Keys-Heley

Abigail Keys-Heley is the heart and soul behind Athena Evolve. Her journey spans over three decades, beginning with a degree in Neuro/Cognitive Psychology and navigating leadership roles in the RAF and global organisations. Abigail’s passion for nurturing people’s growth led her to launch Athena Evolve in 2021. It’s the culmination of her varied experiences, designed to spark personal and professional transformations.

With a commitment to lifelong learning, Abigail crafts and delivers Athena’s accredited courses and coaching programs. Her background is rich, including coaching, training, RAF officer roles, teaching, and leadership in global firms. Certified in NLP and with a belief in the powers of positive psychology, she brings an extra edge to her coaching for exceptional outcomes.

Co-Founder

Mark Heley

Meet Mark, co-founder and a seasoned military leader with over two decades of service. Mark’s experience stems from the British Airborne Forces, where he honed proactive leadership and coaching skills. His service, including being honoured with the Military Cross post-Iraq invasion, paved the way for a career focused on risk management and coaching across diverse industries worldwide. Mark’s expertise lies in bespoke training, risk security, and communication skills development.

Certified in NLP and equipped with an MBA, Mark’s coaching is deeply rooted in his military and risk management background. He’s committed to empowering individuals, nurturing confidence, and fostering a resilient mindset.

Agility Expert

Pip Heley

Meet Pip, the four-legged dynamo and an integral part of the Athena team! Pip takes care of the team’s morale, ensuring everyone stays active and keeps smiling. From the very start of Athena, Pip has been advocating learning through play, embodying the spirit of joy and enthusiasm!

The Athena Evolve team is all about personal connections and fostering growth in every sphere of life. With Abigail, Mark, and even Pip, we’re here to support your journey towards personal and professional transformation.