About

In early 2019, Mike Thorne founded Thorne Coaching with a clear mission: to create lasting, transformative change in how leaders lead and work with others.

Since then, he has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality coaching to senior leaders and leadership teams, both across the UK and internationally.

His clients are as varied as they are inspiring — ranging from SMEs to FTSE 100 corporates, from industry specialists to household names. Each partnership reflects Mike’s commitment to excellence and lasting impact.

  • Director

    • A Chartered Engineer with a diverse 30-year career in the energy sector.

    • Held middle and senior leadership roles at National Grid plc, overseeing engineering, commercial, and regulatory teams.

    • Used coaching to support the successful delivery of high-profile projects for customers, the UK government, and regulatory authorities.

    • Gained extensive experience working closely with European counterparts, particularly in Brussels.

    • Known for quickly building strong and effective working relationships with customers, clients, and colleagues.

    • Coaching has always been central to Mike’s leadership approach, even before he recognised it as "coaching"

    • Developed early coaching skills by supporting colleagues and team members with positive outcomes

    • Extensive coaching experience beyond work, including pastoral care for a local church, and supporting friends and family, now grown-up

    • Diploma in Coaching

    • Certificate in Coaching & Mentoring

    • Certificate in Team Coaching

    • Member of the Association for Coaching