ABOUT US

Imcon exists to help institutions move from intention to execution by building leadership systems that endure. We partner with organisations to strengthen leadership capability at individual, team, and institutional levels, so strategy translates into action, culture supports performance, and transformation is sustained over time.
 
We do not merely deliver isolated training events. We design and embed leadership systems that align people, strategy, culture, and capability with measurable organisational outcomes. Our promise is clarity, pace, and confidence in environments defined by complexity, uncertainty, and change

Our Approach: Human Capital as a Strategic Imperative

Our fully-accredited executive coaching services are tailored to each individual client’s unique circumstances and needs. Some of the themes we cover: In a world shaped by digital disruption, geopolitical uncertainty, and rising organisational complexity, human capital is a key driver to sustainability. Organisations that outperform do so because they invest deliberately in leaders who can anticipate change, accelerate execution and inspire transformation.   

 
Imcon partners with corporates, governments, and development institutions to embrace leadership and talent as strategic assets. We help organisations move beyond fragmented interventions toward coherent leadership systems that directly support performance, resilience, and long-term transformation. 

Our Philosophy: A Systemic Approach to Capability Building

Our philosophy is grounded in one core belief: Capability must be developed systemically, through piecewise interventions
 
Lasting leadership effectiveness requires the integration of competence, behavior, mindset, and institutional alignment. Imcon bridges these dimensions through a unified model that combines:
  • Leadership development programmes
  • Coaching and behavioural change interventions
  • Digital and technology-enabled learning
  • Innovation advisory 
This systemic approach ensures that leadership development translates into enduring behaviour change, improved decision-making, and stronger organisational performance.

Unique Value Propositions

  1. Systemic leadership approach competence, behaviour and mindset
  2. Trusted long-term partnership model
  3. Co-creation and deep contextual fit
  4. Embedded capability, not external reliance
  5. Strong innovation and change leadership focus
  6. Speed, responsiveness, and execution discipline
  7. Technology-aware and future-oriented delivery
  8. Global credibility with local insight
  9. Research-informed and practice-tested solutions
  10. Impact-driven design with measurable outcomes

IMCON Values

  • Integrity & Independence: We do what is right, not what is easy.
  • Impact Over Activity: We design for transfer to the job and measure what matters.
  • Evidence Before Opinion: Decisions anchored in data, outcomes, and transparency.
  • Co-Creation & Respect: We build with people, recognising context as a strategic asset.
  • Clarity & Simplicity: Plain language and visual thinking that enable decision and execution.
  • Stewardship & Trust: Diligence, confidentiality, and responsibility in mission-critical environments.
  • Learning Mindset: Continuous improvement, reflection, and knowledge-sharing.
  • Cultural Humility: Global standards, local realities, and deep respect for place and people.

Who We Work With

With extensive experience in diverse sectors, we aim to support developing businesses, transform organisations and nurture individuals.

Industries we’ve worked in:

OUR TEAM

Prof Keith Straughan

Founder and CEO

Our founder, Prof Keith Straughan, has held Faculty posts at prestigious UK universities alongside a range of entrepreneurial and business interests. He has founded eight companies and has also served on the Board of a variety of other companies. For Keith, the creative interplay between his academic and business interests is central to the success and effectiveness of the Imcon offer.

 

Harnassing his unique experience and proven track record, he designed his business coaching services to empower and challenge senior leaders in organisations to operate effectively and deliver tangible personal and business outcomes.

 

Keith has worked with CEOs, VPs and Directors of scale-ups in traditional and disruptive markets across the UK and Internationally, helping them to navigate the complexities of their operating context. With extensive knowledge and awareness of coaching approaches, he is not bound by one methodology, preferring to design a coaching intervention to deliver the best outcome for the client.

 

An EMCC Global accredited Senior Coach Practitioner and Fellow of the Institute of Coaching (Harvard University Medical School), Keith describes himself as instinctively a strengths-based coach drawing upon the insights of neuroscience and positive psychology, He assists clients to recognise the importance of maximising their inherent personal strengths and aligning them to deliver business outcomes.

 

Christine Straughan

Operations Director

Christine trained first as a biochemist before specialising in chemical pathology. She worked in hospital diagnostic laboratories before moving into research where she developed diagnostic markers for a range of cancers. This was followed by a move to one of the UK’s foremost regional cancer registries, studying the classification and epidemiology of tumours.

 

Christine then enjoyed a career shift into the charity sector where she has extensive experience of social support services in the UK, safeguarding processes and charity culture.

 

Christine has been intimately involved with Imcon since its inception in 1989 and has been a Director since 2018.

 

In addition to her lead role in the company’s operations, she is available to contribute to our offering in the non-profit/charity and Life Science/MedTech sectors.

Sandra Kanyange

Chief of Staff, Imcon Consulting (Rwanda)

Sandra Kanyange is the Chief of Staff in Imcon’s Rwanda Office. She is a dynamic Rwandan professional with a passion for driving meaningful change. She holds a degree in Political Science from the University of Rwanda and has actively participated in initiatives, events, and projects that empower communities.

Sandra joins Imcon with a wide array of accomplishments. Previously, she served as a Digital Fellow at the Ministry of ICT & Innovation (Rwanda ICT), working closely with the Minister and Permanent Secretary on initiatives focused on digital skills inclusion. She played a key role in programs aimed at equipping Rwandans with essential digital competencies, fostering innovation, and bridging the digital divide.

With experience spanning both the public and private sectors, Sandra has developed expertise in project management, strategic planning, and agile methodologies. As a certified Scrum Master, she excels in fostering collaboration, optimizing workflows, and ensuring efficient project execution.

Now serving as Chief of Staff at Imcon Consulting, Sandra is committed to enhancing organisational efficiency, strengthening client relationships, and driving strategic growth. Her mission is to help Imcon expand its impact, particularly in Rwanda and the African Continent, through innovative solutions and strong partnerships.

David Byabagamba

Regional Manager – Africa

David is a highly experienced strategic planning and project management specialist. As an enthusiast in the realms of data-driven Policy/Strategy/projects, David possesses a distinctive combination of expertise in strategy development and a keen focus on leveraging data analytics to improve policy/strategy/project outcomes.

 

David excels at identifying social issues and resolving them through the application of technology, innovation, and human talent. He approaches business and society with a fresh perspective, demonstrating innovative thinking and the ability to adapt to changing scenarios, particularly in the context of actively pursuing growth in overseas markets.

 

David has a proven track record of successfully overseeing projects from initiation to closure. His specialisation lies in implementing the PRINCE2 methodology to ensure projects are not only completed on time, but also within scope and to the highest quality standards.

 

His interests extend to seeing the bigger picture and crafting long-term plans to guide organisations in achieving their goals. He emphasises aligning strategies with overall business objectives and places significant importance on ethical judgment, underlining trust and integrity as fundamental principles in building and maintaining client relationships.

Yves Mugisha

Digital Experience Specialist

Yves is a passionate tech enthusiast who blends technology, creativity, and leadership to drive transformation and growth. With hands-on expertise in Software development, Graphics design, and Digital marketing, he helps IMCON strengthen its online visibility and deliver seamless digital experiences.

 

Yves has a strong background in branding and digital experience, gained through his previous works, His ability to merge creative thinking with practical skills enables him to deliver both technical excellence and organizational efficiency.

 

Holding a Postgraduate Diploma in Leadership and Theology, along with training and experience in Graphic design, and Web development, Yves approaches every project with excellence, empathy, and purpose. Beyond his technical work, he remains deeply committed to youth’s spiritual and capacity empowerment.

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

I have benefited tremendously from having Professor Keith Straughan as my personal coach. Having a portfolio career across economic consulting, government and academia I occasionally...
Competition Commissioner, Government, Southeast Asia
Keith has gone above anything I was expecting. I look forward to our sessions. He has helped me to face my leadership challenges more effectively....
Treasury Manager, Financial Services, Ireland
It was the first time to have an official tutor and I was very lucky to have picked Keith. He has been instrumental for my...
Vice President EMEA, MedTech, Spain
My coaching sessions with Keith have been undoubtedly one of the best investments I have made in my business. As a new small business owner,...
Managing Director, Marketing, UK
I had limited success with coaching prior to working with Prof. Straughan. My prior coaching engagements had been too rigid in format or too narrow...
Head of Product, FinTech, UK
Keith has been providing me with leadership coaching for approximately one year now. Prior to starting coaching, I was quite apprehensive and unsure of what...
Director, Climate, Switzerland

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