Javier Peralta
Director & Business Coach
Why do you love working for ActionCOACH?
When I was a child my dad was a business owner, he would work long hours through the week and would often work weekends. It was only when he retired he told me that the butterflies left his stomach for the first time. I realised that running a business should give you life and it often doesn’t. I love working for ActionCOACH because it allows me to help business owners to enjoy the journey that comes with running a business – without the butterflies in their stomachs.
Tell us something interesting about yourself:
When I was 17 my father set me a life changing challenge which I accepted in full stride. I moved to London without speaking a word of the language and completed my University degree in economics. I have since moved up to Scotland and now help over 250 businesses a year to grow towards their full potential.
I often play golf and tennis. I also love an unrushed cup of quality coffee with friends.
What’s your favourite quote?
‘Don’t wish life were easier, wish you were better’ – Jim Rohn
Ryan Porter
Business Coach
Why do you love working for ActionCOACH?
I am part of an incredible team who are all working to improve the lives of others so it is a very positive environment which I am proud to be part of. I have always been interested in the development of others and truly believe that people are capable of great and amazing things when given the right opportunity and environment – as an ActionCOACH I get to help people see how far they can really go which is a great privilege.
What are your favourite pastimes?
I enjoy playing golf (when I can), playing guitar with my son and spending quality time with my family.
What’s your favourite quote?
“The secret of success is to do the common things uncommonly well.” – John D Rockefeller Jr
Coral Gallagher
Social Media Manager
Why do you love working for ActionCOACH?
Every day is a school day at ActionCOACH. It’s extremely rewarding working for a team who nurture personal growth. I find myself continuously inspired working with a team full of forward thinking individuals!
Tell us something interesting about yourself:
I shamelessly pride myself on my ability to hold a handstand for a minute.
What are your favourite pastimes?
Anything that will exercise my creative brain and spending time upside down – never both at the same time.
Favourite holiday destination?
Australia – minus the spiders.
What’s your favourite quote?
“Variety is the spice of life, that gives it all it’s flavour.”
― William Cowper
Umehra Ahmed
Executive Assistant
Why do you love working for ACTIONCoach?
I love the fact that we help individuals, teams and businesses grow and develop.
What are your favourite pastimes?
Baking, watching movies/box sets, eating out, going for walks and some retail therapy!
Tell us something interesting about yourself:
I have 7 sisters and one brother who is the youngest. I am the 4th oldest.
What’s your favourite quote?
“Sleep in peace tonight for God is greater than anything you will face tomorrow”
It reminds me not to feel anxious or daunted by anything and to do my very best.
Gareth Shackleton
Business Coach
