Ellie Lloyd-Jones is a nature-based coach and facilitator based in Cheshire and the founder of Elevate Netwalking, a growing network of outdoor group coaching walks. She works with teams and groups to help people slow down, think more clearly and reconnect with what matters. Her approach blends practical structure with the grounding presence of the natural world, creating space for reflection, meaningful conversation and shared insight.

Ellie leads the Source to Sea journey along the Thames with Professor Jonathan Passmore and is the creator of Coaching in Motion, a programme that supports coaches and facilitators to design and lead their own group coaching walks. She is also co-author of Outdoor Coaching: A Practical Guide and has developed a set of nature-based coaching cards to deepen awareness and connection during walks and team sessions.

Her work is rooted in the belief that connecting with others, in nature and through movement, is a powerful antidote to digital overload and modern-day disconnection. Her style is down-to-earth, warm and accessible, offering a steady, practical way to help people reconnect with themselves, each other and the landscape around them.

Jonathan Passmore is a globally recognised psychologist, coach, and author, known for bridging academic insight with executive experience. He holds five degrees, including a doctorate in occupational psychology and an MBA, and serves as Professor at Henley Business School (UK) and the University of Évora (Portugal).

Jonathan has published over 40 books and 100 scientific papers on coaching, leadership, and organisational psychology. His pioneering work includes the Integrated Coaching model and current research into AI, coaching ethics, and digital practice. He’s held senior roles at PwC, IBM, and CoachHub, and advised leading bodies such as the ICF and EMCC.

A recipient of multiple international awards, Jonathan is listed among the Thinkers 50 Marshall Goldsmith Top 8 Global Coaches. He continues to shape the field through writing, speaking, and mentoring, with a deep commitment to evidence-based practice and human development. Jonathan continues to be a huge advocate and supporter of coaching outdoors, publishing research and speaking on the subject.