MEET THE TEAM

BECOME THE MOST CONFIDENT, PERSUASIVE SPEAKER YOU KNOW.

VANESSA CUDDEFORD

Strategic Communications Adviser & Speaker Coach

Vanessa is a strategic communications adviser and speaker coach who helps professionals and leadership teams communicate with clarity, authority, and impact—whether they're leading change, presenting at board level, or facing the media.


She brings over 20 years’ experience across broadcast journalism and corporate communications. After nearly two decades as a news anchor and reporter for major international broadcasters, Vanessa transitioned into corporate consultancy—working as a PR Director and leading corporate communications strategy for a global pharmaceutical multinational.

For the past decade, she has run high-impact coaching programmes that have helped over 1,800 professionals worldwide to overcome speaking anxiety, build presence, and communicate with lasting confidence. Her work combines strategic insight with practical coaching, supporting both individuals and organisations to craft compelling messages and deliver them with credibility—especially in high-stakes situations.

DUNCAN HARDY

Communications & Leadership Coach

Duncan is a communications and leadership coach who helps professionals build credibility, handle pressure, and lead with clarity—especially in high-stakes situations.


He brings over 20 years’ experience as a Royal Marines Officer, where he honed his leadership and communication skills in some of the world’s most demanding environments. During his service, he led the Royal Navy’s press office, taught strategic leadership at the UK Defence Academy, and advised organisations like NATO, the UN, and the UK Government on diplomacy, crisis planning, and media strategy.

Duncan has also designed and delivered high-level war-gaming and communication simulations for defence, government, and business—helping teams sharpen their messaging, decision-making, and resilience under pressure.


Now part of our coaching team, Duncan brings calm authority, strategic insight, and a deep understanding of what it takes to communicate with impact when it really matters.

LUCINDA BOWDEN

Speaker Coach

Lucinda is a highly skilled speaker coach with a background in journalism, live broadcasting, and media training. She’s produced and presented for major networks including the BBC, Sky News, ITN, and Global, and worked internationally as an Executive Producer in Global Events.


With a deep understanding of high-pressure communication, Lucinda specialises in helping professionals speak with clarity, presence, and confidence—whether on stage, on air, or on a podcast. Having worked in live TV, she knows how nerves show up and how to transform them into a strength.

Outside of work, Lucinda is a former national swimmer and rower, and once sailed around the world. She brings that same focus, calm, and resilience to her coaching—and to every client she supports.