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About Lucy Mackenzie - Experienced Executive Coach

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Meet Lucy

As a former Founder and CEO with over 20 years of board-level experience, I’ve had firsthand exposure to the full lifecycle of building a business. I started an FMCG brand from scratch — raising capital, working with major supermarkets, leading crowdfunding campaigns, building teams, and ultimately securing a successful exit.

Before launching Lucy’s Dressings, I spent 14 years at a global real estate recruitment and search firm. From inception through to exit, I worked alongside the founders — opening offices across the UK and internationally, managing teams, and building long-term client relationships. Our clients included JLL, CBRE, Macquarie Bank, RBS, British Land, and PwC.

I know what it’s like to lead under pressure, scale quickly and juggle the demands of leading a business. As a working parent, I understand the challenges of balancing professional and personal responsibilities. Through experience, I’ve learned that when my work aligns with my values, I perform better, feel energised, and build deeper connections.

Traditional education wasn’t always easy for me, at school I struggled with dyslexia - however this also taught that when your work reflects what matters to you, it becomes a catalyst for meaningful, sustainable success.

That insight led me to coaching. I’ve always been fascinated by human behaviour — what drives us, and how we thrive. Training with Meyler Campbell to become a qualified executive coach felt like a natural next step. Today, I work with senior leaders navigating transition, growth, or reinvention — giving them space to think clearly, reconnect with what matters, and move forward with purpose.

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Why Me?

I bring a blend of real-world leadership experience and accredited executive coach training to my work with senior leaders.

  • Trained with Meyler Campbell (EMCC and AC accredited)

  • Built and exited my own FMCG brand

  • Raised investment across three funding rounds

  • Over 20 years at board level in global real estate search and FMCG

  • Able to offer TKI Conflict Resolution and Strengths Profile

I understand the pressures of leadership because I’ve lived them — scaling businesses, making big decisions, and balancing work with family life. My approach is grounded, thoughtful, and shaped by experience.

My Coaching Philosophy

At the heart of my work is a simple belief that people come first. Every meaningful decision I’ve made — every role, hire and successful client partnership — has been grounded in a genuine interest in people. What makes them tick, what matters most and drives them.

My coaching is grounded, empathetic, and outcome focused. I’ll challenge you, support you, and help you access the clarity you need to move forward with confidence.  

“I take a holistic approach to transform & empower”

Let’s Work Together

Whether you’re leading a business, stepping into a new role, or seeking space to think differently, I offer a trusted partnership to help you unlock your next level.