Matt Francis

Executive & Mental Conditioning Coach, Strategic Facilitator & Culture Architect at The Starting Block

South Africa

About

Experienced Executive Coach with a demonstrated history of working in the leadership arena. Skilled in Innovation Consulting, Executive Coaching, Public Speaking, Leadership and Leadership Development. Strong leadership professional with a Master's degree focused in Organizational Leadership and growth from University of Pretoria.

Experience

  • Director at Starting Block (pty) Ltd
    Jan 2018 - Present · 8 yrs 6 mos

    Starting Block is a Company committed to developing the leadership skills of High Performance influencers and their teams from all sectors of life.

  • Director at Lumko Integrity Directors & Trustees
    Jan 2018 - Present · 8 yrs 6 mos

    LUMKO specialises in providing Independent Trustees & Directors to companies looking to comply with the South African Companies Act and the King IV regulations. We provide competent Directors to chair Boards and Ethics Committees. Our Directors are independent and people of integrity, making them ideal candidates not only for the Company sector, but also as Trustees, especially in the area of BBBEE Trusts.

  • Mental Conditioning Coach u16, u17 & u18 Elite Player Developement at South African Rugby Union (SA Rugby)
    Dec 2024 - Present · 1 yr 7 mos

  • Mental Conditioning Coach - Rugby 1st XV at Kingswood College
    Feb 2023 - Present · 3 yrs 5 mos

    Engaging with all Kingswood’s first teams, both boys and girls, specifically coaching the 1st Rugby team. The overall aim is to enhance mental strength and overall performance.

  • Mental Conditioning Coach - Border Men's Rugby Team at Border Rugby Union
    Jun 2021 - Dec 2024 · 3 yrs 7 mos