
Ali Gowans
ASSOCIATE
Ali Gowans specializes in developing senior executives’ behavioral skills in support of effective leadership with a focus on developing confidence, communication impact, and the ability to motivate and inspire teams and individuals while using powerful strategies to build relationships, reputation, and results. Ali coaches within diverse industries across the globe, including Bank of America / Merrill Lynch, Bridgepoint Private Equity, British Growth Fund (BGF), British Telecom, CIT, Danone, JPMorgan, Kholer, Morgan Stanley, Wellington Underwriting, Xerox, and major Global Airlines: BA, Delta, Emirates, Etihad, and United.
Prior to joining CRA | Admired Leadership, Ali worked as part of a dynamic L&D team within British Airways, and, in the early 90’s, designed and delivered a transformational change program across the airline having played a pivotal role in persuading BA board members to invest £7m in support of BA as the pioneering airline of flat beds within the industry. As lead facilitator, Ali gained, and still has, a reputation for working successfully under pressure, particularly with those exhibiting cynical mindsets toward growth and change.
From a military family, Ali grew up in the UK, Germany, and Australia before making London her home. In her free time, Ali enjoys travel, catching up with friends, musical theater, great restaurants, and has recently taken up the ukulele.