About OPUS
Introducing OPUS professional development
At OPUS professional development, we partner with organisations, leaders, and individuals, empowering them to unlock potential through transformative coaching and strategic training. We cultivate resilience, foster leadership excellence and inspire continuous growth, driving meaningful change in both professional and personal spheres.
Why OPUS?
Long before this venture took shape, the name Opus lingered in Clare’s thoughts – an elegant, evocative word that felt just right for something this meaningful. Traditionally used to describe a literary or artistic masterpiece, or the complete body of someone’s life’s work, in this sense, Opus speaks to dedication, creativity and purpose. It is the perfect reflection of what this new chapter represents – a bold start built on experience, passion and a vision to inspire and empower others.
What does OPUS stand for?
Beyond its literal meaning, OPUS embodies the essence of our mission. Each letter reflects a core pillar of our approach: Identifying Opportunity
Realising Potential
Unleashing talent
Striving for Success.
It’s more than a name – it’s the framework that drives everything we do as a business.
Who is the founder of OPUS professional development?
Meet Clare
Clare is a passionate advocate for individual potential, with a career rooted in learning and development within the people-centric hospitality sector. Her professional journey has been shaped by roles in some of the UK and Europe’s most luxurious hotels, affirming her belief that people are the true drivers of excellence. She champions the idea that meaningful engagement and development are fundamental to organisational success.
Her career began at the Hotel School in Singapore, embedding hospitality as a core part of her identity. As she progressed through various Human Resources roles, Clare discovered a strong affinity for training and development, consistently supported by continuing professional development programmes across the organisations she has served.
Clare’s experience spans both in-house corporate environments and freelance consultancy, allowing her to design, deliver, and evaluate learning interventions tailored to individuals and teams. Her strategic approach to development places people at the heart of business growth. As well as being a Coaching and Insights Discovery practitioner, Clare is licensed with People First International to deliver the Train the Trainer, Management First and Introduction to Coaching. She is a Fellow with the Institute of Hospitality and the Learning and Performance Institute.
At OPUS professional development, we are Trusted to Develop and Driven to Deliver in everything we do
We are driven by our core values:
EQUITY & FAIRNESS is at our core
We are AUTHENTIC & TRANSPARENT in our communication
We demonstrate and build TRUST & RESPECT
We value and CELEBRATE DIVERSITY
There is genuine CARE & PROFESSIONALISM in our approach.
Clare is qualified as an ILM Level 7 Executive Coach and Mentor, and coaching is an integral part of her practice. She is an EMCC (European Mentoring and Coaching Council) Accredited Coach at Senior Practitioner level and as such supports and adheres to their code of ethics. www.emccuk.org.
Clare is also a Licensed Practitioner with Insights Discovery.
