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I am Dr Shirley Kavanagh, Executive Advisor and Coach to C-suite leaders and senior teams.
I help leaders obtain clarity, align fast, and deliver results. Through my services, executive coaching and mentoring, senior-team facilitation, and strategic consultancy for HR leaders, I support and challenge you and your teams to deliver high performance.
Drawing on three decades in global leadership and a PhD in Strategic Leadership and HRM, I bring a pragmatic, results-driven approach that enables senior leaders and teams to elevate capability, increase confidence, and achieve outcomes that matter.
Who I Work With
Senior decision-makers facing high-stakes moments:
C-suite & Directors navigating complex change or transitioning into a new role or mandate.
Executive & Senior Leadership Teams needing focus, alignment and momentum.
CHROs/HR leaders seeking a pragmatic strategic partner to advise on HR Strategy, Talent and Organisational effectiveness.
Explore Services
Coaching and Mentoring for Senior Executives
Gain clarity, sharpen your focus, and build high-performing teams while navigating priorities and new roles.
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Align your team around shared goals, strengthen accountability, and remove roadblocks to unlock high performance.
Learn MoreStrategic Consultancy for Senior HR Leaders
Design effective People strategies, balance stakeholder needs, and build clear roadmaps that drive growth and impact.
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Explore the latest publications, articles and Leadership Discoveries podcast episodes by Dr. Shirley Kavanagh.