OUR CO-FOUNDERS AND DIRECTORS

Andrea Farrell
Co-Founder | People Consultant | Mediator | Executive Coach

With over 25 years’ experience in corporate HR and people management, Andrea brings depth, wisdom, and purpose to every organisation she works with. Now an independent People Consultant, she partners with SMEs across the UK and internationally  offering thoughtful, grounded support that helps employers put people at the heart of their business.

Andrea is especially passionate about working with values-led, socially responsible organisations. Her work is driven by a clear sense of purpose: to use her experience to support those making a positive impact in the world  from charities and CICs to mission-driven businesses who care about social good, environmental sustainability, and ethical leadership.

A Fellow of the CIPD, a CMC-accredited Workplace Mediator, an Executive Coach and a qualified Mental Health First Aider, Andrea combines strategic insight with empathy and courage. She brings challenge where it's needed, fairness to every situation, and always leads with integrity and common sense.

Andrea is also a dedicated trustee and advisory board member for several not-for-profits. Outside of work, she shares her home  and her heart with two spirited rescue dogs, Scooby and Gizmo, who make sure she never forgets the joy in everyday moments.

Nickie Verheijen
Co-Founder | Snr Workplace Mediator and Assessor | People Consultant

Nickie brings clarity, balance, and calm to even the most complex people challenges. With over two decades of experience in senior HR roles including 22 years in the legal sector, she’s known for her ability to listen deeply, cut through the noise, and guide individuals and organisations towards constructive outcomes.

Nickie doesn’t shy away from difficult conversations. In fact, she sees them as essential,  an opportunity to reset boundaries, rebuild trust, and make things better. Whether she’s facilitating a high-stakes mediation, advising on a sensitive people issue, or supporting a leader to navigate challenge with confidence, Nickie operates with a strong moral compass, clear thinking, and a deeply human approach.

Clients value her for her honesty, practical judgement, and ability to hold space for people especially when emotions run high. She’s grounded, courageous, and committed to fairness. 

Above all, she leads with integrity: doing what’s right, not just what’s easy.

As a member of the CIPD, a CMC Registered Senior Mediator and a qualified Mental Health First Aider, if you’re looking for someone who’ll help you face the hard stuff, and come out stronger on the other side, Nickie’s the person you want in your corner.

Nickie shares her home with her husband Dom and dogs Darcy and Elsa, she is also a mentor at The HIVE in Birkenhead.