Leadership Coaching & Facilitation

Helping leaders thrive and lead teams that flourish

Equipping leaders with the mindset, tools, and confidence to inspire lasting performance and wellbeing.

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Leadership can be rewarding, but it's rarely simple. Whether you're navigating hybrid work, handling tricky conversations, or trying to build a more connected, high-performing team, it's easy to feel stretched.

I help people leaders find clarity, confidence, and practical ways forward — so you can thrive in your role and lead a team that truly flourishes.

About Kate

Kate Birch

I’ve worked at the sharp end of People & Culture, so I understand the realities and pressures of leading in today’s hybrid, fast-changing workplace. With over 20 years of senior leadership experience in the UK and New Zealand, I work with people leaders internationally, including across the APAC region, helping them tackle challenges head-on.

Through coaching and facilitation, I help leaders create clarity, strengthen confidence, and develop practical strategies they can put into action straight away.

Known for my warmth and constructive challenge, I create a safe space for leaders and teams to think differently, navigate tough conversations, and cut through the noise to focus on what matters most. You’ll come away with tools to build resilience, lead with authenticity, and build high-performing teams - all while keeping wellbeing at the heart of leadership.

ICF ACC Coach Elephant Rider Practitioner Belbin Accredited DISC Flow New Zealand CIPD
Kate Birch
What I Offer

Services

I work with people leaders to tackle the leadership challenges that keep them up at night. Through team workshops, group facilitation, and one-on-one and team coaching.

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Client Stories

Success Stories

Discover what our clients have to say about their journey with Thrive Together.

"The coaching sessions I had with Kate were a tremendous experience. Her expertise in professional development empowered me to engage and contribute more to the organisation. Her caring nature provided, and still provides a safe haven to share challenges faced in the workplace."

Ann Wu-Ross Global Engagement — Massey University

"Kate's coaching skills and use of using varied questioning techniques pushed me to explore perspectives and ways of thinking I hadn't considered before. This approach challenged me and led to focused decisions and actions that positively impacted my professional career. Her insightful guidance and supportive approach made our sessions practical and enjoyable. I highly recommend her as an Executive Coach."

Rik Irons-McLean Chief Technology Officer, Microsoft

"I can never forget how you helped me come up with a career development plan that was pending for more than a year in just two months. You are a great coach, Kate."

Keerthana Gowri Shankar Strategic & Ops Lead — Microsoft

"We had the pleasure of participating in a cultivating psychological safety workshop led by Kate, and it exceeded our expectations. Her creative use of time and resources ensured that the session was engaging and productive. Our team left with actionable insights that we're already implementing to enhance our workplace environment. Highly recommended!"

Jenny Hubbard Operations Manager

"Kate facilitated a large-team event for us, utilising DiSC personality profiles to help participants gain a deeper understanding of their strengths and challenges. This event took place during a period of significant change in our work environment, and we wanted people to be mindful of how they were communicating and collaborating. Kate’s creative approach designed session content that was engaging and enjoyable as well as highly productive - delivering the outcomes we needed. Kate's continued support with DiSC has been invaluable, and I highly recommend her for both her expertise and engaging style for facilitating group decision-making as well as enabling people to learn."

Sharon Taylor Senior Change Manager, Resolution Life Australasia

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Trusted by organisations across NZ & Australia

Arnott's Asteron Life AUT Fisher & Paykel Healthcare Kiwibank Microsoft Paul Ramsay Foundation Plant & Food Research PwC QBE Queensland Government Resolution Life Sephora TAFE NSW University of Auckland Westpac Zespri