Coach Mentoring

What Coach Mentoring does

Coach Mentoring Ltd is a UK-based coaching and mentoring consultancy established in 2004 by Managing Director Lis Merrick, providing executive coaching, team coaching, bespoke mentoring programme design, and virtual programme management to corporate, NGO, academic, and public-sector clients. Its service portfolio spans one-to-one executive coaching, mentoring programme design and review, leadership and talent development workshops, supervision for coaches and mentors, and self-help resources including a Mentoring Starter Package, Skills Training Videos, and Coaching Cards. The firm's technology layer centres on a bespoke preference-based mentor-mentee matching algorithm that considers time zone, seniority, development aims, team, gender preference, and participant experience, alongside a virtual programme management system capable of end-to-end handling of briefings, matching, support, and evaluation.

The business operates a fee-for-service professional services model with no upfront commitments; engagements are itemised proposals invoiced as work is delivered. A second revenue stream comes from accredited training: a Postgraduate Certificate (Level 7) in Coaching and Mentoring for Leadership in Organisations delivered in partnership with Leeds Beckett University (£4,950+VAT per participant, cohort-capped at 12) and a Core Coaching and Mentoring Skills programme accredited at EMCC EQA Foundation level. Smaller digital revenue lines — Skills Training Videos, Mentoring Cards, and reference materials — sit alongside. Go-to-market is referral-led from a 300+ programme track record, supplemented by content marketing (70+ coaching and 125+ mentoring articles, MailChimp newsletter), conference presence, and EMCC professional network engagement. The firm's client list includes WWF International, Unilever, UNICEF UK, BT Group, Robert McBride, CIPD, HEE/NIHR, Abercrombie & Kent, and Street Kids Direct, with programmes delivered in the UK, Peru, Kenya, Uganda, Zambia, Singapore, and Bhutan.

Operational footprint is virtual-first — the firm delivered 90% of business virtually in 2019 and shifted to 100% virtual delivery during the Covid-19 period. As of November 2025 the company announced a transition to a social enterprise model, signalling a reorientation of commercial structure rather than scale. Revenue, funding, and detailed employee counts are not disclosed; the firm reports a 1-10 employee headcount range and operates from Ilkley, UK.

Name

Coach Mentoring

Legal name

Coach Mentoring Ltd

Website

https://coachmentoring.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Coach Mentoring Ltd is a UK-based coaching and mentoring consultancy, founded in 2004, that designs and delivers executive coaching, mentoring programmes, and accredited training for corporate, NGO, academic, and public-sector clients across 40+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Coaching and Mentoring Services

NAICS

Professional and Management Development Training (611430), Educational Support Services (611710)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Management Consulting Services (8742)

akta.pro primary industry

Coaching, Mentoring & Facilitation Services (BPACANAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Coaching, Feedback & Mentoring Skills (EDABAMAM), Coaching Leadership & Mentoring Skills (EDABAAAG), Team & Group Executive Coaching (Leadership Teams) (EDABANAF), Career, Purpose & Executive Wellbeing Coaching (EDABANAI)

Keywords

• Executive coaching services
• Mentoring programme design
• Leadership development consulting
• Coaching supervision services
• Organisational talent management

Headquarters

HQ city

Ilkley

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Revenue model

1. Professional Services - Coaching & Mentoring Consultancy: Direct consulting delivery of executive coaching, team coaching, and bespoke mentoring programmes. Fee-for-service model based on programme scope, duration, and participant numbers. No packaged upfront commitments; invoiced as work is delivered.
2. Training & Development Programmes: Postgraduate Certificate (PGC) in partnership with Leeds Beckett University at £4950+VAT. Core Coaching and Mentoring Skills foundation programme. Interactive webinars and workshop delivery. Virtual programme management services.
3. Academic Accreditation Services: Level 7 PGCert accredited by Leeds Beckett University with EMCC Global Quality Award EQA accreditation. Fast-track EMCC Senior Practitioner EIA Individual Accreditation. Revenue from programme fees (£4950+VAT per person).
4. Digital Products & Resources: Mentoring Starter Package for internal programme setup. Skills Training Videos. Coaching and Mentoring Cards. Reference Books. Self-help materials for organisations running internal programmes.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Coach Mentoring Ltd is a coaching and mentoring consultancy that designs, delivers, and manages bespoke executive coaching, team coaching, and mentoring programmes for organisations. The firm also offers accredited learning programmes, including an EMCC-accredited Postgraduate Certificate in partnership with Leeds Beckett University and a Foundation-level Core Coaching and Mentoring Skills programme, alongside supplementary resources such as skills training videos, mentoring starter packages, and coaching cards.

Product overview

Coach Mentoring Ltd operates as a coaching and mentoring consultancy offering a comprehensive portfolio of professional development services. The core offering comprises Executive Coaching, Team Coaching, and Mentoring Programme services, supplemented by accredited educational programmes including the EMCC EQA-accredited Postgraduate Certificate (Level 7) in partnership with Leeds Beckett University and the EMCC Foundation Level Core Coaching and Mentoring Skills programme. The portfolio also includes supplementary services such as Virtual Programme Management, Leadership Development, Talent Management, and Team Development Workshops, along with self-help resources including Coaching and Mentoring Cards, Skills Training Videos, and Reference Books. Bespoke Mentor-Mentee Matching is offered as a specialized service using a preference-based algorithm for cross-organisational programmes.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Executive Coaching One-to-one coaching services for senior leaders and executives designed to release and develop individual potential through personalised coaching engagements.
• Team Coaching Coaching interventions designed to develop teams to high performance, addressing team dynamics, collaboration, and collective effectiveness.
• Group Coaching Coaching delivered to groups of participants, enabling shared learning experiences and peer support among cohort members.
• Mentoring Solutions Comprehensive mentoring services supporting individuals in achieving their professional and personal development goals, including the design and delivery of bespoke mentoring programmes.
• Mentoring Programme Design Expertise in designing and developing global mentoring programmes, including bespoke matching algorithms, briefing materials, and evaluation frameworks.
• Mentoring Programme Review Evaluation and review services for existing mentoring programmes, identifying improvement opportunities and areas for enhancement.
• Coaching Programme Design Design and development of bespoke coaching programmes tailored to organisational needs, including programme architecture, participant selection, and evaluation frameworks.
• Coaching Supervision Supervision services for coaches to ensure quality, ethical practice, and ongoing professional development, available on individual or group basis.
• Mentoring Supervision Supervision services for mentors to ensure quality mentoring practice and professional development.
• Postgraduate Certificate in Coaching and Mentoring for Leadership in Organisations Level 7 PGCert accredited by Leeds Beckett University, providing fast-track EMCC EIA Senior Practitioner accreditation. Three-module programme covering fundamentals, organisation development, and reflective practice.
• Core Coaching and Mentoring Skills EMCC EQA Foundation Level accredited programme validated by EMCC, covering practical coaching and mentoring skills through interactive webinars.
• Virtual Programme Management Outsourced management services for coaching and mentoring programmes, handling day-to-day running, participant coordination, and programme logistics.
• Leadership Development Customisable leadership development programmes comprising a range of modules to develop leadership capabilities across organisations.
• Talent Management Services to attract, develop, and retain talent within organisations, integrating with mentoring and coaching approaches.
• Team Development Workshops Workshop-based interventions to help teams work more effectively, improving collaboration and team performance.
• Bespoke Mentor-Mentee Matching Service Bespoke matching service that uses a preference-based algorithm considering time zone differences, seniority, development aims, team, gender preference, and participant experience for multi-national and cross-organisational mentoring programmes.

Quantifiable outcome

• 80% of mentees reported increased confidence through WWF mentoring programme
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers14 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• Leeds Beckett University (Leeds Business School)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDual-accredited Postgraduate Certificate in Coaching and Mentoring for Leadership in Organisations. Programme leads to Level 7 PGCert from Leeds Beckett University with route to full Master's via PG Diploma. EMCC Global Quality Award EQA accreditation included. 67.5 hours contact time delivered by CML consultants with university validation.
• WWF InternationalflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerGlobal mentoring programme management since 2018. Close to 1000 participants across 40+ countries. 60% mentees from Global South. Special matching algorithm for cross-regional pairs. Includes South-South, South-North, North-South, and North-North mentoring configurations. 2022 cohort: 90 mentees and 90 mentors in 41 countries.
• GrowcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to design and deliver tailored coaching and mentoring development programme for Grow staff and volunteers supporting young people aged 16-24 facing employment barriers. Four in-person training days delivered in Sheffield. Programme built on EMCC-accredited foundation level with adaptations for trauma-informed and nature-based approaches.
• British CouncilminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupported women's mentoring programme in STEM careers in Peru, developed in partnership with National University of San Augustin Arequipa (UNSA). First programme of its kind in Peru. Findings published in international peer-reviewed journal (Management international, 2026).
• National University of San Augustin Arequipa (UNSA)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with British Council to develop women's mentoring programme between STEM female academics and female undergraduates. First programme of its kind in Peru.
• CIPD (Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPilot mentoring programme design and delivery for CIPD's career development offering. Virtual training via WebEx. 50+ matched pairs. Evaluation and programme continuation through 2015-2017. Support continued into 2017.
• EMCC (European Mentoring & Coaching Council)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAccreditation body for coaching and mentoring programmes. CML programmes carry EMCC EQA accreditation at Foundation and Senior Practitioner levels. Graduation unlocks discounted first-year EMCC membership and fast-track EIA Individual Accreditation.
• Sheffield Hallam UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWomen's mentoring programme for female undergraduates in UK Business School, developed by colleague Nikita Bridgeman. Enhanced employability initiative published as journal article.
• Professor David ClutterbuckminorOthersExternal expert contributor to PGC programme delivery alongside Professor Bob Garvey, Linda Grant, Lis Merrick, and Leni Wildflower.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• The OCM: UK-based coaching and mentoring consultancy offering programme design, executive coaching, and accredited training. Closely comparable specialty, size, and customer mix (corporate, public sector, NGOs).
• Meyler Campbell: UK-based coaching firm offering accredited coach training programmes and executive coaching. Comparable niche in coach development and bespoke programme delivery.
• Chiumento: UK-based people development consultancy with executive coaching, mentoring, and leadership development offerings. Similar boutique positioning and corporate customer base.
• Lane4: UK performance and leadership development consultancy combining coaching, team development, and bespoke programmes. Comparable size and corporate customer profile.
• Performance Consultants International: Coaching-focused consultancy offering accredited coach training and leadership development. Comparable in training accreditation model and bespoke executive work.
• The School of Coaching: UK-based accredited coach training provider offering certificate and diploma programmes. Overlaps directly with Coach Mentoring's EMCC-accredited Foundation training.

Broad incumbents

• ILM (Institute of Leadership & Management): UK professional body offering coaching and mentoring qualifications at scale with broad corporate reach. Overlaps with Coach Mentoring's accredited training pathway and is a market-standards setter.
• Korn Ferry: Global leadership and talent consulting firm offering executive coaching, mentoring, and leadership development at enterprise scale. Competes for the same corporate L&D wallet with broader portfolio.
• DDI (Development Dimensions International): Global leadership development consultancy providing coaching, mentoring, and assessment. Broad incumbent in leadership development with overlapping offerings to Coach Mentoring's enterprise programmes.

Emerging players

• BetterUp: Venture-backed digital coaching platform serving enterprise customers with on-demand coaching. Represents the tech-enabled, scaled delivery model that traditional consultancies must respond to.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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