Support for growth, change, and leadership
Welcome to Ceres & Co - a space where all things leadership comes alive through real conversation, deep connection, and the beautifully messy art of being human. Here, teams don’t just function - they evolve dynamically. Leadership isn’t about having all the answers: it’s about daring to ask bold, big questions, believing in ourselves and each other, embracing purpose, fuelling energy, and facilitating learning that sparks breakthroughs that drive outstanding outcomes.
What do I know for sure? We grow together - through coaching that fuels connection, conversations that shape possibility, and the belief that leadership is found in showing up. When we step fully into intention, we unlock the kind of energy that transforms relationships, optimises individual potential, and co-creates collective power through learning and evolving - together.
connect | explore | reimagine | experience | shine
leading with purpose?
Are you ready to work with somone who believes in you?
When life feels in flow and when the path forward feels unclear, I will help you see your own strength, I hear your story, and I stand with you in the current reality of your experience. Leadership begins with belief in self - an unshakable knowing that all you need is already within you, ready to unfold.
You know that leadership is more than a role. You're ready to
explore the next intentional steps to reconnect with self, unlocking the infinite possibilities of stepping further into who you truly are - who you always have been. Showing up is leadership, powered in presence and purpose. It’s about asking bold, limitless questions, leaning into vulnerability, and stepping into the possibilities that exist beyond certainty. That’s where we begin.
I’m here to hold space for the messy, the uncertain, and the perfect imperfection of leadership - the bold breakthroughs that reshape not just individuals, but the way we lead, connect, and create together.
Evolving isn’t about getting it “right” - it’s about trusting the process, reflecting and learning from what’s real, and consciously stepping into what’s next. If you’re ready for raw, real, and always true conversations - ones that spark momentum, fuel self-belief, and align leadership with who you truly are - let’s connect.
Fiona McKay-Smith
Founder & Facilitator
My commitment to you?
Every program we partner on is grounded in connection, co-creation, and collaboration. Meaningful growth and intentional leadership isn’t a formula. It’s a dynamic space shaped in courage, curiosity, and transformation.
Let’s explore what’s possible together
living in purpose, leading with passion.
Our passion is to nurture and energise growth - gently, intentionally, and always centered in the human experience. We create space for leaders, teams, and organisations to connect deeply, explore new possibilities, and reimagine the way they work and lead in ways that feel truthful, meaningful, and powerful.
At its core, Ceres & Co is here to challenge the thinking that leadership success must follow a rigid, traditional path. We focus on what’s real, what’s possible, and what’s next - energising you to navigate complexity with curiosity, inner knowing, and a commitment to what truly matters.
Our approach questions the way leadership has been conditioned - the definitions, the expectations, the inherited beliefs about what leadership should be. Today, Leadership isn’t a fixed standard: it’s an evolving, deeply personal expression. It’s not about fitting into a mold - it’s about expanding into truth, leading with intention, and knowing that the fullest version of yourself is the greatest leader you can be.
Through brave conversations and thoughtful experimentation, I show up with you and for you - believing in the power of people aligning to co-create something they believe in—something that fuels and nourishes them. It’s an experience of curiosity, boldness, and depth, opening space for new ways of leading, growing, and being.
At Ceres & Co, we are expanding the definition of leadership. We work with leaders who know that people matter - and that they are people too. Leadership isn’t just about managing outcomes: it’s about leading with presence, humanity, and purpose.
Our clients come from diverse industries, locations, and company sizes, yet they share a common truth: success isn’t about rigid formulas - it’s about people, purpose, and possibility. They understand that meaningful progress isn’t always linear. That powerful leadership starts with asking the right questions, not just having the right answers. That clarity and momentum come from focusing on what is real, what is unfolding, and what is possible.
We partner and co-create with leaders who embrace:
experimentation as a path to deeper learning
the courage to challenge traditional leadership norms
a belief that business growth and human connection aren’t just
compatible - they are essential to one another
Through brave, connected conversation, we help you unlock new ways of thinking, working, and leading—so you can create real, lasting impact in a way that honors your values, your vision, and your people.
leading with intention:
our philosophy
leadership is deeply human - performance isn’t just about outcomes:
it’s about people expanding into their full potential with intention
and presence
space to explore, test, and evolve fuels real transformation - lasting impact comes from meaningful, enduring shifts that create momentum and possibility
human eco-systems rooted in connection, curiosity, and courage drive outstanding outcomes - teams grow, strengthen, and excel when these values ignite energy and purpose
breaking beyond assumptions sparks game-changing perspectives - powerful leadership thrives in new ways of thinking, leading, and creating impact that challenges the status quo
experimentation drives growth - true progress unfolds when leaders reflect, build on the energy of what they know, what they are doing,
and what they can do, then elevate and move forward with clarity
the most meaningful work happens with people who are deeply invested - leaders who believe their impact matters, their people matter, and that success is about creating something deeply significant and lasting
questions fuel transformation - reimagining what we ask leads to breakthrough insights, powerful discoveries, and the kind of leadership that reshapes industries and futures
At Ceres & Co, we are redefining leadership success. We know that growth doesn’t have to be painful or forced. True transformation unfolds when we create space for connection, exploration, and the courage to reimagine what’s possible.
And YES - evolving can be gentle, intentional, and deeply nourishing. Leadership is not about endless striving: it’s about alignment, energy, and trust in the unfolding process.
We will walk alongside you with deep belief in your capacity to expand, evolve, and lead with authenticity. Our leadership philosophy is rooted in five guiding principles, shaping leadership in a way that feels meaningful, grounded, and powerfully human: the #ceres4you leadership framework.
the #ceres4you leadership framework
connect
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growth begins with human connection: the power of conversation, deep listening, and truly being seen fuels transformation
explore
curiosity is the catalyst:
creating space to question, shape new perspectives, and unfold self-discovery sparks fresh possibilities
reimagine
leadership expands when we challenge assumptions:
rethinking limitations, questioning old narratives, and stepping into new possibilities redefines what’s possible
experience
true transformation happens in action:
beyond insight - into trying, learning, reflecting, and growing - without the pressure of perfection and control
shine
your strengths, wisdom, and presence matter:
when you fully embrace who you are, you radiate energy, purpose, and light up, illuminating those around you
Conversation is the heartbeat of everything we do. It fuels connection, sparks new ideas, and drives meaningful action.
Leadership isn’t a formula - t’s a dynamic space of curiosity, courage, and transformation.
The ceres4you framework invites leaders to engage, challenge, and evolve, shaping the future through bold intention and real impact.
leadership &
transformation programs
At Ceres & Co, leadership isn’t something you just learn - it’s something you experience, embody, and evolve through. Every program we offer is grounded in the Ceres4You leadership framework, meeting you, your team, and your organisation exactly where you are - to discover and explore what’s next.
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leadership coaching: the program for transformation
Growth begins with space - to listen, reconnect, and rediscover. Through powerful one-to-one coaching, leaders gain clarity, hear their own voice more fully, and shape practical steps to align presence with purpose. We focus on energy, momentum, and deep self-trust, ensuring leaders recalibrate with connection in the reality of their experience and this moment.
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team alignment & relationship reset: the program for reconnection
In our global world, organisations and teams navigate complexity with uncertainty, shifting priorities, and evolving dynamics every day. We facilitate team and individual conversations to create space for leaders and their teams to gain clarity, reflection, and alignment, helping them re-anchor to what truly matters, so they can find certainty in uncertainty and move forward with purpose.
high-impact leadership & performance facilitation: the program for momentum
From outcomes to outstanding team impact, we help teams embrace bravery, vulnerability, and critical conversations in the room, to unlock next-level performance. Through facilitated learning experiences, teams move faster, work smarter, and harness collective energy to fuel meaningful momentum. We simplify how teams approach challenges - getting them to clarity, connection, and action more effectively.
Ceres & Co: Customer Testimonials
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Simplifying complex and shifting problems when it comes to change, and is one of the best at precisely naming the human impacts and issues in a thoughtful way - even when the pressure is on. Focused on goal achievement while prioritising people in a compassionate way. A great developer of people and an asset to any transformational programme.
Curious to explore the infinite possibilities?
Up for real conversations, big questions, bold ideas, and perfectly imperfect growth?
You in? I am. All in! Always.
If healthy leadership, growth, and success through a relational-first lens is what you’re looking for, Ceres & Co is where it begins.
