Our Team

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Expertise for Guidance

At Stellar Leadership Group, we are dedicated to fostering leadership excellence and supporting public sector professionals in achieving their full potential. Our team is led by the visionary founder and director, Dawn Jarvis, a seasoned public sector executive leader with over 30 years of experience.

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Dawn Jarvis

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Dawn is a distinguished public sector executive leader with over 30 years of experience. As the Managing Director of Stellar Leadership Group (formerly People & OD Partners Ltd.), she coaches and mentors senior public servants in Australia and the UK at various government levels.

Dawn is renowned for her expertise as a group process facilitator and senior team coach, inspiring exceptional outcomes through her extensive leadership experience.

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Michelle Elliott

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Michelle is a highly skilled office coordinator with a talent for creating exceptional documentation, presentations, and reports. With her keen attention to detail and organisational prowess, she seamlessly brings everything together, ensuring all aspects of office operations run smoothly.

Michelle’s expertise lies in transforming complex information into clear, impactful communications, making her an invaluable asset to her team.

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Michael Hearty

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Michael is well-respected for his integrity and strategic insight. A CCAB-qualified senior manager, he has extensive executive experience in strategic and operational leadership roles at the board level within some of the UK’s most complex public service organisations. Since retiring as Director General for Finance and Corporate Services in 2015, Michael has developed a diverse portfolio of non-executive and advisory roles across numerous organisations.

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Nicola Roberts

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Nicola is a Coach and Coach Supervisor who works with individuals and teams at all organisational levels to develop insight through coaching, team coaching, and team development. Her approach is both compassionate and engaging, focusing on enhancing communication and effective teamwork. By using theory and gentle challenge, Nicola helps clients gain new perspectives and achieve growth.

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Nicole Allen

A yellow bar with the top of it in front. Nicole is an EMCC Accredited coach with a strong commitment to supporting leaders in achieving sustainable professional and personal growth. She provides a safe space for clients to increase their awareness of leadership and effectiveness.
Nicole’s coaching is pivotal in delivering sustainable results, both commercially and culturally, showcasing the significant value she offers. Discover more about Nicole A woman with long hair is smiling for the camera.

Rachael Hearty

A yellow bar with the top of it in front. Rachael is an experienced Chartered Occupational Psychologist specialising in coping and resilience. She works with individuals, teams, and organisations to identify and overcome barriers to reaching their full potential while staying true to their authentic selves.
Rachael is a sought-after speaker on resilience, sharing her expertise across various contexts. Discover more about Rachael

Under the guidance of our seasoned experts, Stellar Leadership Group provides tailored, impactful coaching and development solutions dedicated to helping our clients achieve their goals and navigate the complexities of modern organisations with clarity and purpose.