Hello! I am Andrew Forbes, through coaching I like to help people to become better version’s of themselves.
Life, much like the open sea, is filled with uncharted waters, shifting tides, and boundless horizons waiting to be explored. Whether you’re navigating career transitions, leadership challenges, or personal growth, having an experienced navigator by your side makes all the difference.
With a deep-rooted passion for human potential and transformation, I bring a unique blend of strategic HR expertise, executive coaching, and real-world leadership experience to guide individuals and teams through uncertainty, change, and growth. My journey has taken me across global organisations like Diageo and Novartis, where I led HR transformation, leadership development, and team effectiveness initiatives in complex, multicultural environments.
As a certified executive coach (AoEC Practitioner Diploma) and an ICF member, I take a strategic yet deeply human approach to coaching—one that balances structure with flexibility, challenge with support, and strategy with intuition. My role isn’t just to guide you but to empower you to find your true north and navigate toward meaningful success.
Your Voyage, Your Destination
Private Coaching for Personal & Professional Growth:
Helping you navigate your personal sea—whether it’s career transitions, leadership challenges, decision-making, or self-discovery.
For: Leaders, professionals, and individuals ready to take the helm and steer their future with clarity and confidence.
Team Development & Organisational Change:
Empowering teams to align, collaborate, and thrive in fast-changing environments.
For: Organisations looking to strengthen leadership, foster psychological safety, and enhance team effectiveness.
Why Work with Me?
A Navigator with Depth & Range:
With a B.Sc. in Engineering & Business Studies, an M.Sc. in Information Technology for e-Commerce, a certified executive coach (AoEC Practitioner Diploma),an ICF member, and an ongoing M.Sc. in Human Resource Management, I bridge the worlds of strategy, technology, and human development to create impactful coaching experiences.
Agility in Action:
I integrate agile methodologies into leadership and personal growth—helping you adapt, innovate, and thrive in an ever-changing world.
Lifelong Explorer, Relentless Learner:
Beyond coaching, I find joy in sports—cycling, skiing, tennis, and squash—and in learning new languages (though I admit, I’m better at coaching than conjugating verbs!). Growth is a core value, and I believe in leading by example—always seeking new ways to challenge myself and expand my horizons
Ready to Set Sail?
Whether you're charting a new course, navigating through stormy waters, or seeking a guiding light, I’m here to help. Let’s set sail on this transformational journey together.