About Us

TLC specialise in delivering bespoke leadership development consultancy and coaching services designed to maximise public and social sector leaders' impact on place and people

About Ian

Ian was Chief Executive at Wrexham County Borough Council for 6 years until 2024 overseeing the rise of 'Wrexham' and working with Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney. He has been a Local Government Director in England and Wales for over 20 years and was Chair of the Society of Local Authority Chief Executives (Wales) from 2021-23. Ian has also been a Director of both a large and small scale Social Enterprise. With a professional background in sport, leisure and culture Ian has coached, tutored and mentored players and coaches at a high level, he has then used this experience to inform his Executive Coaching and Mentoring. Ian is used to presenting and facilitating and in 2023 presented to over 1000 people in Syracuse New York State where he met the Allyn family who then invested over £350m in Wrexham.

With his experience

Ian is able to:

  • provide insight and solutions into high level leadership issues for leaders and organisations

  • understand quickly complex issues and work with leaders and their teams to solve major organisational issues

  • understand, motivate and empower leaders to solve their own problems embedding core leadership skills

  • work with all types of sports, leisure, social and cultural organisations to maximise their achievements

  • present and facilitate in a way that motivates and calls people to act to address common issues

What Our Clients Say

'With its Director Ian Bancroft and its significant business network Traverse Leadership Consulting (TLC) brings something creative and additional to the world of business consulting. I, and Do-Well colleagues, have worked with Ian for many years and admire how he blends strong leadership capabilities, knowledge and experience in a way that enables others to grow. Do-Well has already partnered with TLC successfully and looks forward to maintaining a strong partnership for many years to come as both practices strive to enable those they serve to do well and succeed.'

Ken Perry, Director / Cyfarwyddwr, Do-Well (UK) Ltd

'Ian is a rare find in the leadership world. He is a people and results person. I would have no hesitation in recommending Ian as a leader, leaderhip mentor, coach or consultant.

I've seen him in all these roles, with a tireless focus on purpose, outcomes and the support he is offering. A rare find indeed.'

Allison Holland, Director of People, Previously Director and Founder of Leaderful Action

'Ian enabled and planned at very short notice an excellent development day facilitated programme that needed clear understanding of the brief and a real focus on adding value. He adapted and responded to the energy in the room and planned an engaging and thought provoking session. He responded and framed the discussion with an expertise and knowledge that really enabled excellent discussion and engagement to move the board forward in thinking and approach to drive innovation. A real pleasure to work with, professional and highly skilled- thank you Ian'

Nina Ruddle

Head of Public Policy Engagement and Client for Criminal Justice Board for Wales Away Day

Wrexham University

'His leadership journey is rooted in authenticity, humility and relfection and he offered an inspiring example of how to lead with purpose and presence in complext times.

Ian's ability to connect the inner and outer landscapes of leadership left a lasting impression on our aspiring leaders'

Averil Price, Director Avie Consultancy Ltd, Facilitator Solace Aspiring Leaders Programme

'I feel priveleged to have had the opportunity to have been coached by Ian and I know that it was a huge part in enabling me to achieve my career goals.'

Local Government Director

'Ian was an excellent coach helping in growing my political awareness and how to successfully navigate difficult situations.

I cant recommend him highly enough, his coaching helped me prepare for a successful interview as a local Government Director.'

Local Government Director

'I wholeheartedly recommend Ian to any professional seeking to elevate their career. His patience, dedication, expertise and genuine commitment to his clients' success make him an oustanding coach and mentor.'

Chief Finance Officer, International Charity

Contact Us

Traverse Leadership Consulting

Bryn Awelon, Pen Y Lan, Ruabon, Wrexham Wales LL14 6HW

07946 765398

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