Meet Andrea
Andrea Graham is an Authentic Self-Leadership Specialist, CIPD Associate, accredited coach, trainer, vocational tutor and facilitator with over 20 years' experience developing people across the voluntary, private and public sectors.
She specialises in developing self-led individuals who translate internal alignment into consistent, positive action. Her work focuses on helping people align who they are with how they live, work and lead, enabling them to strengthen self-leadership and create meaningful change in both their personal and professional lives.
Since the early 2000s, Andrea has designed and delivered training and development programmes for frontline staff, managers, community organisations, local authorities, jobseekers and learners. Her approach goes beyond surface-level training, addressing the underlying beliefs, behaviours and patterns that influence how people think, show up and perform.
As the creator of the accredited Authentic Self-Leadership Programme, Andrea has developed a structured framework designed to help individuals align their values, identity and behaviour so they can lead themselves with greater clarity, courage, confidence and impact. Participants have reported measurable shifts in confidence, ownership, direction, personal effectiveness and wellbeing.
Andrea has supported well over 100 vocational learners and jobseekers through employability, personal development and vocational training programmes designed to increase confidence, workplace readiness and progression opportunities. She has delivered accredited programmes in Employability Skills, Business Administration, Mental Health Awareness, Health & Care, Childcare and Logistics, supporting learners to develop vocational knowledge, professional behaviours and the self-belief needed to succeed. Many of these programmes were delivered through Sector-based Work Academy Programmes (SWAPs), providing learners with progression routes and guaranteed interviews with employer partners. Through these initiatives, she has helped individuals develop the skills, mindset and confidence needed to secure interviews, progress into training and move into employment.
Early Years Workforce Development
Andrea has delivered vocational training and qualifications supporting individuals entering the early years sector, helping learners gain recognised qualifications and progress into employment and further professional development opportunities. This experience includes delivering accredited Childcare qualifications and supporting learners progressing into early years employment and professional development pathways. Her work focuses on strengthening workforce wellbeing, self-leadership, reflective practice and professional development, helping practitioners build confidence, resilience and professional effectiveness while contributing to stronger workplace cultures and improved outcomes for children and families.
Through workshops, coaching programmes, retreats, events and community experiences, she has supported and connected a growing community of women seeking greater authenticity, confidence and personal growth. Participants have reported increased self-awareness, renewed confidence, stronger boundaries, greater clarity and courage, and are creating lives that are more aligned with their values, priorities and who they are today.
Andrea is the creator and host of the Authentic Turning Point talk show and podcast. Her Sterling Silver Jewellery Collection, engraved with her original empowering quotes, reflects her passion for meaningful personal growth and authentic self-expression.
A mother of four sons and grandmother, Andrea often credits motherhood as one of her greatest leadership journeys.
"The most exciting time of my life was raising my four sons. They made me the woman I am today because leading them well meant first leading myself well. Women, I salute YOU—keep pouring into YOU. You're more than worth it."
Andrea's work has been recognised through multiple awards and nominations, including:
• International Achievers Award (IAA) Winner
• BEFFTA Award Nominee – Radio Personality of the Year
• Multicultural Excellence Awards Nominee at the House of Lords – Female Champion of the Year
• Multicultural Excellence Awards Nominee at the House of Lords – Coach/Mentor of the Year
• Millennium Award Recipient (UnLtd)
Known for her warmth, wisdom and ability to connect with people from all walks of life, Andrea is committed to developing self-leadership that strengthens employability, workforce effectiveness and personal growth.
MEET ANDREA GRAHAM
REV JACQUELINE PEART
With a passion for seeing individuals and teams develop and reach their full potential. Her warm and empowering style of delivery leaves individuals with no alternative but to grow and reach their potential. Andrea is an asset to those she works with.
PAUL COWLEY, MBE
In over 5 years of working with Andrea I have found her to be exemplary in all areas of responsibility. She always showed wisdom and discernment when dealing with sensitive issues around the Government, prison work and clergy work that I was involved in. Andrea has a respect for authority but is not shy to correct or instruct if she believes it will benefit the situation at hand, she has been extraordinary at intervening with her wisdom on many occasions. Andrea is a kind and caring woman who manages people of various and complex backgrounds. She is confident in dealing with difficult situations with integrity and care. She has often mentored young staff, while also carrying out various training modules to senior staff. Andrea has been a wonderful asset and I cannot recommend her highly enough.
DR PATRICIA BENJAMIN
Having known Andrea many years I never cease to be amazed by her elegance, style and class. She’s an original authentic woman, thorough professional in her role s coach/speaker/trainer and a delight to work with. She has appeared as a guest on my daytime radio talk show and gave an interview that was inspiring as it was real and down to earth. I highly recommend Andrea and her services.
BRAD BURTON
Andrea is a vibrant and gifted speaker her warm, inspiring and challenging style empowers individuals to excel in their thinking and take action to change their lives.