Critical Friend

Independent challenge, constructive support and strategic thinking for leaders navigating change.

The problem

Leadership can be lonely.

Sometimes you don't need another workshop.

You need someone independent who understands complexity, asks good questions and isn't afraid to challenge your assumptions.

What I do

As a Critical Friend I become a trusted external perspective.

I bring experience across local government, culture, regeneration and the voluntary sector while remaining independent from internal politics.

Sometimes that's reviewing plans before publication.

Sometimes it's helping shape strategy.

Sometimes it's simply asking the question everyone else has avoided.

This might include

Monthly meetings

Strategy reviews

Reading papers

Governance advice

Board facilitation

Thinking partner

Programme development

Sounding board

Suitable for

Chief Executives

Directors

Programme Leads

Partnership Chairs

Boards