Social impact
Meaningful work to make a difference
In 2008 we identified a significant gap in coaching services that could effectively bridge the divide between therapy, counselling and wellbeing. Illuminate Charity, a CIO was created, together Sam and I built a dynamic team of coaches and trainers dedicated to delivering impactful coaching and courses for individuals unemployed, transitioning between jobs or careers.
As our reputation grew and we became established we adapted our services providing talks and training to the business community. This trading and diversifying of our income allowed us to meet the demand for our services.
We closed the charity in 2024 after 15 years having fulfilled our mission: -
★ We worked with over 2000 adults, through courses, workshops and
coaching programs face to face and on-line.
★ Delivered training, talks, Mental Health First Aid courses and coaching
to the business community face to face and on-line, working with over 900 employees.
Thanks for all the pioneering work you have done - helping us to talk about things, feelings and thoughts that were previously hidden, for fear of stigma. Your Confidence for Change course was groundbreaking and I meet many women whose lives were turned round by attending. Good luck to all your lovely staff for the future. AW
Mentoring
Running a small business whether a non-profit, social enterprise or CIO is isn't easy but you believe in the mission and making a difference ❤️
You've got the basics but you know it's not enough, at times it's overwhelming. You're working too hard, juggling, reactive decision making when you should be delegating more but to who and how.
You need to manage better and grow the team plus get some money in, it's time to go from operational to more strategic whilst working less hours - but how?
I get it, I know what it's like. The early years are tough and there's so much advice but it can be overwhelming. I offer one-on-one bespoke support to work through your leadership, people management, and strategic challenges.
You're not alone, let's talk and see if we are a good match and if I can really help. There is huge potential to maximise the positive impact of the work you do and make a difference.
Just three sessions and even in that short time Maria was so helpful. I got clear on my focus and goals on social media. I have the start of a communications plan and know what needs to happen next for my business. I'm so much clearer on where I need to focus my efforts and save time. Thank you Maria!
Schia Mitchell Sinclair, Medical Herbalist and Craniosacral Therapist
Maria helped us design and implement our Practitioners Network, we have found her very supportive and professional. She has improved our team work and helped me to manage better getting the best out of extra responsibilities and now a much valued network. I cannot stress enough how supportive she has been not only supplying training but with our one to one meetings, it's been an excellent experience and I highly recommend it to managers struggling everywhere.
S.L Cambridge
Emma Joy-Staines Director & Co Founder Steel Bones
Just wanted to say a HUGE THANK YOU to Maria the session was absolutely superb and I very much look forward to referring people to you for coaching. The workshop had a really fab energy to it, which was fully accepting and non-judgemental.