Hello, I’m Tracie Angell the co-founder of The Mediation People. I am also the proud mother of three grown up children and Nanna to my delightful grandsons. 

 

As I have navigated my way through life I have learnt many a lesson along the way; I have experience of divorce, bereavement, redundancy, mental health, being a solo parent and the know-how of what it’s like when your children fly the nest. 

While I was a solo parent I often worked more than one job, so I understand the pressures of juggling work alongside parenting. I know the challenges of taking the children to school, getting them to their various after school activities while also providing for them. 

 

One of my many roles was as a Kitchen Manager at a school in Leighton Buzzard. Becoming an integral part of the school community was a privilege, and I was able to engage with the children through cooking classes and picnics. The kitchen was also used for training new management recruits in budgeting, team building and organisation. This experience was what started my passion in people-development and support. 

 

For the last 20 years I am proud to have worked for the John Lewis Partnership where I held many people management positions. My last role with the Partnership was a Senior Personnel Partner where my expertise was resolving conflict and finding workable solutions for employees and the Head of Retail Operations. 

While mediating I find my life experience (stated above) alongside my formal training, allows me to have genuine empathy and valuable insight into the issues and concerns my clients are experiencing. 

 

In my free time I have I enjoy spending time with my family, going to my local gym (who am I kidding), visiting new places with my partner and keeping my garden in tip top condition. 

 

I look forward to supporting you on your journey as you prepare to resolve your current situation and move towards a different future with new horizons.