A trusted partner for leaders navigating growth, change and transition.

Jane Coulson

Before becoming an executive coach, I spent 17 years at Apple, holding senior leadership positions across Marketing Communications and Retail.

During that time, I led teams through significant organisational growth, transformation and change. I worked across complex, fast-paced environments, building strong cross-functional relationships, developing talent and helping teams deliver exceptional results.

These experiences gave me first-hand insight into the challenges leaders face as organisations evolve: balancing competing priorities, influencing stakeholders, leading through uncertainty, developing teams and navigating increasing responsibility.

Having experienced these challenges myself, I understand both the rewards and realities of leadership. Throughout my own career, I benefited from exceptional coaching at pivotal moments of growth and transition. Those experiences helped me think more clearly, lead more effectively and navigate challenges with greater confidence and perspective. They also showed me the transformative impact that skilled coaching can have when leaders are given the space to reflect, challenge their assumptions and discover their own answers.

That experience ultimately inspired me to train as a coach and support others on their own leadership journeys.

To ensure I continue to provide the highest quality coaching, I undertake regular coaching supervision alongside ongoing professional development (CPD) through workshops, seminars and learning programmes. I believe that the best coaches remain curious, reflective and committed to their own development, just as they encourage their clients to be.

Career

Following my English degree, I began my career in the advertising and creative industries, working as a producer across film, radio, press and print for a wide range of organisations. In 2006, I joined Apple, where I spent 17 years developing my leadership career during a period of extraordinary growth, innovation and global expansion.

As Head of EMEIA Production within Apple Marketing Communications, and later Head of EMEIA Internal Communications, Learning & Development in Retail, I led and developed international teams across diverse markets and functions.

As a member of the Senior Leadership Team in both organisations, I contributed to strategy, organisational design, culture, financial planning, talent development and business transformation.

These experiences gave me first-hand insight into the opportunities and challenges leaders face as organisations grow and evolve, and continue to inform my coaching today.

Qualifications & Affiliations

  • Graduate of world-renowned Meyler Campbell Business Coach Mastered Programme. Meyler Campbell is accredited by the European Mentoring and Coaching Council (EMCC) and the Association for Coaching.

  • Global Accredited Coach with EMCC at Practitioner Level.

  • Member of EMCC and abide by its Global Code of Ethics.

  • Affiliate at the Institute of Coaching (IOC) Mclean Hospital, Harvard Medical School.

  • MBTI Certified Practitioner (Parts 1 and 11).

  • Korn Ferry 360 Coaching at Apple.

Charity

Alongside my coaching practice, I serve as a Lay Trustee on the Board of Imperial College London Union and sit on the Advisory Council of the London Philharmonic Orchestra. I also undertake pro-bono coaching work for Cancer Research UK.‍ ‍

Outside work, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, cooking and trying new restaurants, going to concerts and the theatre, and, finally making the most of my London gallery memberships after years of neglecting them.

Testimonials

  • "I came to coaching to support my transition from Senior Associate to Legal Director, wanting to make a positive start in my new role and set both myself and my team up for success. What I found most valuable was having an impartial person to help me structure my thinking and plan considered responses, rather than reacting instinctively or impulsively. This has had a real and lasting impact on how I manage my time, my actions and the challenges I face. I would strongly recommend coaching to anyone navigating a similar career transition, and I would recommend Jane without hesitation. She was consistently supportive and constructive, while also positively challenging me in a way that genuinely pushed me to succeed."

    Legal Director & Head of Global Immigration - Pinsent Masons

  • Jane has coached the majority of my senior leadership team over the last couple of years and has been an invaluable support. I greatly appreciate the clarity and quality of her approach, and how she has been able to go into such depth while tailoring each coaching programme to very different personalities and developmental needs. Individually and collectively, the team have become more reflective, evolved their management styles, and developed their contributions beyond the day-to-day delivery of their roles. The feedback has been universally positive, and I would strongly recommend Jane if you are considering coaching.

    CEO - London Philharmonic Orchestra

  • I came to Jane during a very transitional phase of my career, feeling overwhelmed and unsure of my next move. She helped me untangle the confusion, identify what makes my skill set unique, and, most importantly, value it. Her support was both practical and encouraging: part mentor, part sounding board, and always incredibly thoughtful. I gained clarity, confidence, and the tools I needed to find a new role I’m genuinely excited about. Jane is an incredible coach to work with, and I'm very grateful.

    Senior Strategist, Fitness - Top Global Tech Company

  • “Working with Jane as a coach was truly invaluable in advancing my career into a leadership role. Her thoughtful approach demonstrated a deep understanding of the unique challenges I faced, providing a safe space to explore solutions and determine the best options. Jane's holistic approach allowed me to focus on self-development techniques, managerial skills, and strategic business approaches.”

    Director Global Creative Operations - Jo Malone

  • “I’m incredibly grateful for Jane’s support in developing my leadership career. She quickly built trust and created a safe space that enabled me to work through the issues I was facing, recognise my strengths and develop a tailored action plan. Jane’s coaching gave me the confidence to embrace my authentic leadership style and made it an enjoyable process as well!”

    Marketing Leader - Top Global Tech Company

  • “After the very first session with Jane, I left with a sense of clarity and a clear action plan. With her support, I managed to solve one of the most difficult issues I had at work. Throughout our sessions, my working relationships and confidence in my own ability have significantly improved. I’ve had a lot of very successful projects in the last year and formed some wonderful professional relationships. I am certain that a lot, if not most of this success in my career and life at this point wouldn't have happened without Jane’s coaching.”

    Senior Executive - World-renowned Music Company

  • "Working with Jane gave me the time and space to think more clearly about my strategic goals and how to go about achieving them. She quickly understood the different challenges that are present in my field, helping me find ways to build confidence and develop independence. She helped me appreciate my successes more, and use this energy to drive onwards to the next challenge."

    Doctor and Cancer Researcher

  • “Jane’s approach, combining gentle encouragement with thought-provoking challenges, was positive and transformational, prompting me to open my mind and explore new solutions. I especially appreciated how she incorporated relevant theories into our sessions, making them both insightful and relatable.”

    Creative Director - ex YouTube

  • "Jane has been an exceptional coach, empowering me to expand and evolve over the past few months. Her remarkable knack for attentive listening, guiding, and fostering alternative perspectives has enabled me to discover answers within myself. I particularly appreciated concluding each session with a tangible plan and the consistent follow-ups, both of which played pivotal roles in accomplishing my goals.”

    Marketing Communications Manager - Top Global Tech Company

  • “I have worked with my coach for 3 months so far, and during this time I've learned useful strategies to think about how to engage more effectively and build trust with different types of people. Jane has helped me reflect on my leadership style, go deep into how to think about areas for improvement and holds me to account for actions I needed to take. Jane created a safe coaching environment, was insightful and was able to enable me to analyse the key issues I was facing to determine how I could improve.”

    Product Management Lead - Meta

  • "Jane’s high-impact coaching has been transformative, both in how it’s benefitted my work output and the professional relationships I’m cultivating. I am a consultant working across different clients and fields, and a neurodivergent person, so naturally, there is a lot to navigate. Jane’s unique talent for identifying the root cause of issues and helping me construct clear, actionable strategies, has enabled me to reflect, make change and move forward with direction and intentionality.”

    Creative Strategy Consultant
    Clients include: Google, Amazon, Disney+