About Us

Founded by Tom Mason, potentia is a boutique coaching and leadership partner. We work with senior leaders, boards and high-performing professionals to provide clarity of thought, confident decision-making and sustained high performance.

Meet our team

Our team combines deep leadership expertise, coaching experience, and commercial insight to support clients at the highest level. Each member brings a unique perspective, helping leaders and organisations navigate complex challenges, unlock potential, and achieve lasting impact.

Tom Mason

Executive Coach & Thinking Partner

Tom is a highly accredited coach and leadership adviser to senior executives, boards and elite professionals. A former banker, he brings deep commercial experience and a strong understanding of pressure at the highest levels. He is known for calm challenge, thoughtful perspective and absolute discretion.

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Paul Mason

Strategic Thinking Partner

Paul is a seasoned business leader and Chairman of Dr. Martens plc. He brings extensive experience in growth, transformation, and international expansion, supporting Potentia clients as a strategic partner for CEOs, Chairs, and founders navigating complex challenges.

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Rosie Mason

Head of Operations, Marketing
& Business Development

Rosie ensures clients experience the professionalism, warmth and reliability that define Potentia. She leads client engagement, marketing and business development, and oversees the operations that enable consistent, high-level delivery.

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Tom Emery

Executive Coach
& People Leadership Specialist

Tom is the founder of HEX Talent & Development and a former Chief People Officer. He brings deep expertise in talent, culture and organisational leadership, supporting clients to strengthen their impact, resilience and ability to lead through people.

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High performance is achieved when leaders think clearly,

decide confidently and act with purpose.

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