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All our facilitators have a solid background in training, some are experienced Expedition Leaders or Medics who have extensive knowledge of working with teams in difficult situations, often in remote regions of the world. All have comprehensive experience working within corporate environments, which provides them the unique blend necessary to deliver our programmes and maximise their effectiveness. Lloyd Figgins FRGS
Lloyd served as a Police Officer before moving into Safety Management and Medical Training. He has created a variety of training initiatives and also worked in a consultancy capacity before coming to Navigate. He is a firm believer that inspirational training can motivate people beyond their perceived limits of ability. Recognising the importance of trust, loyalty and respect, Lloyd has developed a unique style that has seen him undertake training assignments across the globe. He is qualified as a Wilderness Emergency Medical Technician and holds an OCR Level 3 in Off Site Safety Management. Kelly Jordan
With a degree in Social Anthropology, Kelly has utilised her interest in group dynamics, teamwork and people to good effect. Having recently gained her PGCE she is particularly interested in creative training and learning. She often participates in the educational and emotional development of young people and recognises that both children and adults learn valuable lessons through practical rather than passive learning. Kelly specialises in creative leadership and is currently evaluating the effect that this has on ownership of work, motivation and teamwork. David Whiddon
David served in the Royal Marines prior to taking his skills global. Following his service David worked as an outdoor leader, leading teenagers on backpacking trips in Northern California's wilderness areas. Working with young people highlighted the need that an effective leader is someone who can communicate with people from different backgrounds. David has participated in the Chilean expedition tours for Raleigh International and utilised his French and Spanish language skills leading groups around South America on trekking tours. Returning to UK, David has combined his desire to train and lead people with his love of the sea. He is a first aid, sea survival and fire fighting instructor and assessor. David enjoys seeing people overcome their personal challenges and gain confidence by learning new skills he is an extremely effective motivator and communicator. Nicola Conway
A New Zealander, Nicky has worked on numerous projects for organisations ranging from H.M. Customs (NZ) to the Forestry Commission. She has also led expeditions in more than 20 countries and specialises in analysing risk and implementing safety procedures. Her experience leading and managing expeditions has influenced her work in recognising the importance of effective communication and safety management within the workplace. This has provided Nicky with a unique insight into the demands of leadership and how to overcome adversity, even in the most trying of circumstances. A highly motivated and inspirational character Nicky has used her experience to train in a variety of environments including being responsible for training Expedition Leaders within the adventure travel industry. Neil Macdonald
Neil is our Technical Director, and has worked for a number of organisations in a variety of leadership roles. Neil is a CompTIA Certified Technical Trainer and Microsoft Certified Trainer and is responsible for training and developing IT support staff within the Super Yacht industry. One of Neil's main roles within Navigate International is researching course content and developing new ideas. It is Neil's belief that a solid foundation comes from understanding the actions of successful models, and the behaviour of the not so successful. Many people who attend our courses develop a strong interest in the methods we study, and Neil often helps by advising on post course advancement for delegates. |