my Values
My passion is to hold the space for others so that they may find and free their authentic voices, speak their truth clearly and take their place in the world. I train and coach business leaders and teams around the globe to embody and express authentic leadership presence with clarity, conviction and compassion.
My belief, underpinned by science, is that with small adjustments and the willingness to do the work, we all have the capacity for clear and powerful presence, even when it seems hidden under years of habit. I believe embodied and powerful presence to be our birth right and never more important to our humanity than now, as we enter the age of AI.
Mark Downey
Mark Downey
PRA, Patsy Rodenburg Associate, Speech and Presence Expert
Voice Coach, Ireland
My approach is immediately practical and carefully rigorous in addressing specific real-world communication challenges such as presentations, meetings, interviews and leadership impact, on camera or face to face. My coaching style has been described as compassionate and encouraging, challenging and fair, enlightening and fun. All of my work is bespoke to each client’s needs, in group training or private coaching, online and in life for native and non-native English speakers.
My background ranges from studies in psychology, literature and theatre to on-camera performance, certifications in physical expression with Jacques Lecoq and multi voice, speech and presence certifications, most recently from Patsy Rodenburg.I studied speechwriting and storytelling under such masters as Simon Lancaster and continue to deepen my knowledge in the neuroscience of presence, communication and culture with Prof. Iain McGilchrist’s work.
Cosku "Chara" Yavuz
Cosku "Chara" Yavuz
Speech and Presence Manager
Photographer and Videographer
Cosku or "Chara" is the Manager of Speech and Presence and your primary point of contact for all enquiries, scheduling, and administration.
Highly skilled and multi-talented, Chara oversees the day-to-day operations of the business—ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. Her leadership and support allow Mark to focus fully on delivering exceptional coaching and training experiences to our clients, from preparation through to delivery and follow-up.
