Lara Holliday FACCPH is an accredited, internationally renowned executive coach and business advisor.

With over 25 years of experience, Lara blends traditional and experiential approaches to create transformative and holistic growth and learning experiences. Her approach fosters authentic self-awareness and team cohesion in a supportive, non-judgmental space.

Lara’s Blog

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Reflections on Two Years at Shore Hall
Reflections on Two Years at Shore Hall

Two years ago I made a rather radical decision to step away from a life that had been totally urban to take on a 22-acre estate with a 500 year-old manor house, stables, gardens, orchards, and woods. Starting out my life on Capitol Hill in Washington DC, then living for 25 years in New York City followed by a five-year stint in London, I was ready to forego pavement for soil and skyscrapers for ancient timbers and historic clocktowers.

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Podcast with Jessica Fellowes
Podcast with Jessica Fellowes

A few weeks back I had the spectacular opportunity to sit down and talk with a great writer I have admired for many years, Jessica Fellowes. She had just launched a new podcast, and asked if she could interview me.

It took me a minute to manage the impostor syndrome that immediately kicked in (luckily I’ve done a lot of that work with Tide Risers!) but once I was past that I settled in and it was just so much fun to chat with her.

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About Lara

Lara’s career includes founding Tide Risers, a global community that fosters female leadership, and significant roles in corporate, creative, nonprofit, and government sectors.

She is also the Proprietress of Shore Hall Manor House and Gardens, where she hosts her Third Place Retreats for work teams and individuals.

Lara has been selected as a Fellow of Accredited Counsellors, Coaches, Psychotherapists and Hypnotherapists, and a member of the Kinross House think tank.

Lara is a TedX speaker and has been recognised as an OBO Top 100 innovator. She holds a Level 4 certification as an Equine Facilitated Practitioner and a BA from New York University.

Lara’s businesses, Tide Risers and Shore Hall, have been certified as BCorp, meaning they are a part of a global community of businesses that meet high standards of social and environmental impact.

Methodology

Lara blends traditional and experiential approaches to create transformative and holistic growth and learning experiences. Her approach fosters authentic self-awareness and team cohesion in a supportive, non-judgmental space.

Lara uses strengths-based assessments to help teams and individuals understand and harness their inherent talents and nature-based wellness practices to unlock greater clarity and internal strength.

This includes Horse Powered Insight®, an experiential process that uses the natural intuition of horses to help teams and individuals build skills, make decisions with confidence, and chart a pathway toward achieving their goals.

By integrating these elements, Lara guides clients toward both personal and professional fulfilment, helping them align their actions with their deepest values and aspirations.

  • I researched and interviewed over 17 coaches and chose to commit to work with Lara. I love having a thinking partner and my only regret is not unlocking the power of a great coach earlier on in my career.

    Ani Attamian, Head of Publishing Partnerships, GOOGLE

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Services

Coaching and Facilitation
Third Place Retreats
Third Place Retreats

In today’s dynamic work environment—where remote and hybrid models are becoming the norm—Third Place retreats offer a unique and essential opportunity for teams to thrive.

I specialise in guiding executive teams through strategic planning and visioning, providing a clear path to achieve business goals. My work fosters an environment where leaders thrive, key talent is retained, and employees feel empowered to bring their best selves to work every day.

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Executive Coaching
Executive Coaching

I am an accredited, internationally renowned executive coach and group facilitator.

I use strengths-based assessments to help teams and individuals understand and harness their inherent talents and nature-based wellness practices—including Horse Powered Insight®—to unlock greater clarity and internal strength. By integrating these elements, I guide clients toward both personal and professional fulfilment, helping them align their actions with their deepest values and aspirations.

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Horse Powered Insight®
Horse Powered Insight®

Horse Powered Insight®, also known as Equine-Facilitated Learning, uses the natural intuition of horses to help you dig deep and reflect on your personal and professional undertakings. For teams, Horse Powered Insight® provides a unique experience in team building. It is especially impactful for resolving communications challenges, strengthening interpersonal dynamics, and increasing leadership potential. For individuals, Horse Powered Insight® can help you improve your public speaking skills, bolster your confidence, and help you find clarity on important decisions.

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Tide Risers
Tide Risers

Tide Risers is an international community for women seeking connection, inspiration, and personal and professional growth. We offer coaching, learning opportunities, and retreats that challenge women to reimagine success and redefine traditional conceptualizations of leadership.

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