The Apex

Unlock the highest potential and satisfaction of your women leaders

A 12-month experience blending group executive coaching with a peer leadership network— equipping your leaders with the clarity, confidence, and influence to drive stronger team performance, sustained engagement, and deliver legacy-worthy business impact

So many women leaders are experienced, successful and respected — they’ve done the training, they’ve got the tips and track record, but yet they still hold back and second guess themselves more than they care to admit and it’s hurting your performance

Leadership training is getting them so far, but when it comes time to apply the insights, something gets in the way.

Not because they're not smart enough.

But because mindset, habits, and internal patterns run the show leading to scenarios like these and so many more…

They’ve been trained to have difficult conversations — but not yet taught how to quiet the voice that says “don’t hurt their feelings” so underperformance gets left unattended

They’ve been told how to set boundaries — but they still feel guilty saying no so they take on more, increase mistakes, burn out, and set a bad example to others about life at the top

They’ve got a framework for delegation — but trusting others with the outcome still feels like a risk so teams feel disempowered and succession planning is impacted

The Apex fills the training gap

Combining a full year of transformational executive coaching with a circle of peers on the same journey — your leaders get the space to reflect, access breakthrough insights, and connect with like-minded peers — so they step into every room empowered, equipped, and ready to deliver measurable business outcomes without burning out or wondering if the grass is greener with your competitors next door

12-Month Group Executive Coaching
PRINT Assessment
Peer Leadership Network
Career Development Guidance
Coach-On-Call
Leadership Strategic Reset
Optional 1:1 Add-Ons

Here’s everything they access inside…

SOUNDBOARD- Group Coaching & Mentorship Calls

Bring challenges and questions to your professional coach and your community of peers. Calls start with meditation to ground you, and open weekly, so you can join when it suits you — or submit questions and watch a replay. You’ll never have to figure it out solo again, with on-tap reassurance to build your confidence.

PRINT SURVEY - ‘The Why Of You Powered By Print’

Take the 15 minute online survey and receive your personal assessment that reveals your Unconscious Motivators, the reason why you do what you do. We’ll leverage these insights throughout your coaching to maximise your satisfaction, relationships and results. It’ll blow your mind!

THE INNER CIRCLE - Daily Peer Support

Connect with your peer community for those second opinions or last minute advice every day if you wish in the community chat channel (Telegram). Ask for help, give the help, share your wins, benefit the power of community & camaraderie to be inspired to leave your comfort zone and live out your aspirations

BLINDSPOT BLUEPRINT - Weekly Leadership Nudge

We can’t act on what we can’t see—including our own leadership blind spots. Every week, you’ll receive a thought provoking short email nudge with insights and reflection prompts from the 12 pillars of my Contagious Leader Blueprint - curated to keep your leadership aligned and evolving. Think structure, clarity, and insights you can act on immediately or bring to the Soundboard call.

LEADERSHIP RESET - Quarterly Strategy Session

Join me and your peers via Zoom for a practical coach-led review of your goals, progress and re-set for the Quarter ahead. No more bumping it off your to-do list—the built-in accountability and connection will keep you on track and ensure you give yourself space to step back and acknowledge your wins and opportunities

CAREER COMPASS - Bi-Annual Career Review

Every 6 months join us on Zoom to take a considered, coach-led, review of your career trajectory and goals. Be supported ahead of your internal formal reviews to ensure you maximise your income, impact and fulfilment and never lose sight of your priorities or lose your motivation

Here’s What The Apex Unlocks

For The Leader

☑️Clarity & confident decision-making

☑️Authentic, values-aligned leadership

☑️Improved collaboration & network

☑️Sustainable high performance & wellbeing

☑️Strategic thinking & bold action

☑️Growth in leadership presence

☑️Dedicated time out for personal growth

☑️Camaraderie to move beyond comfort zone

For The Organisation

☑️Faster execution, reduced delays, stronger results

☑️Higher trust, psychological safety, stronger culture

☑️Reduced silos, improved innovation

☑️Lower burnout, higher engagement & retention

☑️More innovation, better change leadership

☑️Stronger succession pipeline, future-ready leaders

☑️Leaders make strategic, well-considered decisions

☑️Bold actions, inspiration that attracts and retains

>60% of leaders who initially considered leaving their roles stayed once we aligned their leadership

Relationship, confidence, and communication barriers were resolved, boosting both performance and satisfaction — and keeping high-potential talent where they truly belonged

There’s two ways you can enrol your leaders…

1.

Sponsor their place in the main Apex program where they connect with peers outside your company

2.

Give a group of your leaders access to a private Apex program where we can tailor their experience

Either way you’ll unlock their fullest potential and allow them to thrive in their senior leadership life — supported by women who inspire them beyond their comfort zone so your business results are maximised

Hi, I’m Laura Thain…

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At my core I’m motivated to help others love what they do for work, by helping them to do it well…

🟦Executive Coach & Facilitator
🟦ICF Certified Coach
🟦PRINT Certified Coach
🟦Host of The Contagious Leader Podcast
🟦20 years consulting with leaders and organisations globally
🟦An optimist but a realist
🟦Light-hearted and grounded in approach
🟦Consistently rated for expert listening and fostering trust & comfort, fast

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Trusted by leaders across industries globally for 20+ years

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    ''Laura makes you feel comfortable from the beginning. Laura did a great job in helping me deep dive some areas I wanted to explore in my leadership and to build some suitable strategies to help improve the way I lead. Highly recommend if you want a coach who can really understand what you are needing and guiding you through the self-discovery process.''

    Kass N, Group Manager

FAQ

With a full year of high-impact coaching and powerhouse peer connection in their corner your leaders will amplify their impact as a Contagious Leader who

Backs Herself To Be Herself: Show up as her true self, fully confident in her influence and authority

Communicates With Impact: Ensures her ideas are heard, trusted, and acted upon

Prioritises Well-being and High Performance: Deliver results while protecting her energy and fulfilment

Exudes Unshakeable Confidence: Runs her own race with clarity, courage, and conviction

Sets The Standard As A Role Model: Inspire others through leadership that leaves a meaningful, lasting impact

When you support your leaders to be surrounded with the right people, embrace their unique power, and choose to lead in alignment with who they truly are - your results, retention and reputation all rise and you stop your potential walking out the door