A Track Record of Leadership and Success
When choosing an adviser, coach, or mentor, it’s important to work with someone who is not only well qualified but has also proven themselves in the real world. Marcus Thomlinson has done exactly that.
His career spans decades of achievement across leadership, entrepreneurship, and personal development. Most notably, Marcus served as Maritime Operations Director for the London 2012 Olympics, where he oversaw one of the most complex operational challenges of modern times. He also founded and grew a financial services business from zero to over 700 clients across five UK locations in just three years, while working as a qualified financial and investment adviser.
Today, Marcus is a qualified coach and mentor, accredited with the IOC, and a proud member of the Institute of Directors. He combines professional credibility with lived experience to deliver consultancy, coaching, and training that makes a measurable difference.
credible, transformational, and unforgettable.
If you want an adviser who is both highly qualified and battle-tested by real-world success, you’ll find that in Marcus Thomlinson.
An Internationally Recognised Speaker
Marcus is a sought-after keynote speaker, delivering talks at national and international conferences. He is renowned for his ability to captivate audiences and consistently receives the highest feedback for “most engaging speaker.”
Some of his most notable appearances include:
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The Business Show, Kensington Olympia
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Excel Business Expo, London
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Chelsea Football Club Foundation (alongside Facebook)
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Association of Project Management National Conference
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HSBC International Conference, Malta
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Santander Business Roadshow
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Metro Bank Leadership Conference
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The CPSD International Human Rights Conference, Pakistan
Marcus has also been a global coach and trainer for the deVere Group, has appeared regularly on the BBC, and has won more than 20 national and international public speaking competitions.
Personal Story and Passions
Marcus’s life has been shaped by challenges as well as triumphs. Having had what he calls “a uniquely challenging childhood,” he learned to reframe adversity as something that happened for him, not to him. This philosophy underpins his coaching: that setbacks can be turned into stepping stones if approached with the right mindset.
His personal achievements reflect this belief. Marcus overcame a near-pathological fear of public speaking to become a global keynote speaker. He learned to sing at 28 and went on to perform as a semi-professional musician. A lifelong sailor, he qualified as a commercial boat captain in 2006 and still races yachts most weeks. And yes — he even breathes fire.
Above all, Marcus considers himself fortunate to live a life full of joy and purpose. He is a proud father of three and shares his journey with his wife, Jo Thomlinson, herself an accomplished coach.
Giving Back and Standing for What Matters
Marcus is not only committed to personal and business growth but also to wider social impact. He is an ambassador for Happy Days Children’s Charity, a member of Toastmasters International, Amnesty International, and a strong advocate of human rights.
His belief is simple: happy people are successful people. Whether working with individuals, teams, or audiences of thousands, Marcus’s mission is to inspire others to unlock their potential, embrace challenges, and smile more often.
Why Work with Marcus Thomlinson?
Because Marcus has walked the path himself. He has led operations on the world stage, built businesses from scratch, and turned personal fears into strengths. With his rare blend of practical business experience, professional accreditation, and inspirational storytelling, Marcus delivers consultancy and coaching that is credible, transformational, and unforgettable.
If you want an adviser who is both highly qualified and battle-tested by real-world success, you’ll find that in Marcus Thomlinson.
What will working with me achieve?
1. What exactly will working with you help me achieve?
My consultancy is designed to help you gain clarity, focus, and the right strategies to grow or scale. Whether that means developing as a leader, improving team harmony, boosting profitability, or reducing stress, I help you break through barriers, build stronger habits, and achieve results that last.
2. How is your consultancy different from standard coaching, mentoring, or training?
Most coaches stick purely to coaching, mentors rely on sharing their own experience, and trainers focus on teaching set frameworks. My consultancy combines all three—coaching, mentoring, and training—so you benefit from the best of each. You’ll get space to think differently, the guidance of proven experience, and practical tools you can apply straight away. This blended approach means you get exactly what you need, when you need it.
3. How do I know if this is right for me or my business?
If you’re already successful but want to grow, scale, or step up as a stronger leader, this approach is right for you. It’s especially valuable if you feel stuck at a certain level, want to create more balance, or are looking for a trusted partner to help you achieve your next stage of growth.
4. What results have other people or businesses achieved through your consultancy?
4. What results have other people or businesses achieved through your consultancy?
Clients I’ve worked with have scaled their businesses, improved leadership confidence, developed stronger teams, increased sales, and created more balance in their lives. Many describe the experience as transformational—giving them clarity, momentum, and the confidence to achieve more than they thought possible. (Case studies and testimonials available on request.)
5. What is the commitment—time, financial, and personal?
The consultancy is tailored to you. Sessions are typically fortnightly or monthly, supported by clear actions in between. The financial investment depends on the level of support required, but the real commitment is personal—being open to new ways of thinking, willing to take action, and ready to be challenged. That’s where the biggest breakthroughs happen. Clients have enjoyed an ROI of between 3 times fees paid up to 479 times fees paid!
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You don’t have to keep feeling stuck, stressed, or unclear. With the right blend of mindset coaching and consulting, you can unlock your potential and create the success you deserve.
Companies & People I’ve Worked With
“Marcus took my idea and helped me turn it into a profitable company in less than four months!”
I was fortunate to meet Marcus during a two year stint I had living overseas in London, when I worked a stop-gap call centre job. Marcus delivered quite possibly the most engaging training session I’ve ever been a part of! The content was fairly simple and the topics common sense, but Marcus dived into the sessions with great energy and enthusiasm, and truly inspired the room. I still, to this day, employ strategies I learned from Marcus on goal-setting, as well as building resilience and empathy.
Testament to Marcus’ wonderfully warm character, he’s stayed in touch with me regularly since our first meeting, even though we live on other sides of the world, and I’m not an active client – he truly cares about people.
Marcus’ enthusiasm is infectious, and you’d be hard-pressed to meet a more positive & passionate person. Marcus’ advice is sensible, helpful and easy-to-implement, and I can’t recommend this man enough! I’m proud of the work he is doing – do check him out!
There’s something about a person who lifts your spirits and makes you smile. Marcus is just such a person and attending his coaching opens your eyes and your mind to the positive in the world and how you can bring it to you, your life and your business.
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