Dr Will Medd

As professional certified coach (CTI, CPPC), coach supervisor, (CSA) meditation trainer (iRest) and a former academic with an international research reputation, Will brings a highly qualified coaching skill set uniquely combined with an intimate understanding of the experience of academic life. As PhD Student (1995-2000), contract researcher (2000-2006) and Lecturer (2006-2013) Will was a REF active researcher, well versed in the challenges of interdisciplinary and cross-institutional research. As a Principal Investigator and Co-Investigator Will had a reputation for developing high-impact research projects (funding bodies included European Commission, National Research Councils (ESRC and EPSRC), UK Water Industry Research, Government Departments, Private Sector Companies, and Local Authorities).  For over 10 years he has been offering coaching and meditation, and more recently coaching supervision; including 1-1 work, workshops and group coaching programmes, including a unique writing programme (see www.writeclubcoaching.com). Will is passionate about enabling people to be at their best while recognising the need to balance academic work with the rest of life.  Will is deeply committed to ensuring all participants gain from the experience, offering an appropriate balance of professionalism, emotional sensitivity and humour.  For more about Will see www.willmedd.com