About Oomph!
Human-centred learning and development that transforms people and organisations
At Oomph Learning & Development, we believe every individual and every team has untapped potential, and sometimes they just need the right spark to unlock it.
Our work blends behavioural science, colour psychology and real-world commercial experience into learning that’s energising, human, and designed to create measurable, lasting change.
What we do
We partner with ambitious organisations who want more for their people:
- Confidence that shows up
- Clarity that creates focus
- Collaboration that works
- Results that matter
This is why we exist, to help people and organisations grow into the best version of themselves.
about kerry
Meet Kerry Lockyer
Founder, people development expert and chief Oomph-giver
Kerry’s career began in retail after graduating with a Food Marketing degree (yes, that’s really a degree!). But she quickly discovered that her real passion wasn’t products, it was people. Understanding them. Supporting them. Helping them realise what they’re capable of.
That curiosity became a calling.
And 27 years later, she still wakes up excited about helping people transform how they think, work and lead.
Learning and development that inspires
Kerry’s approach to learning and development is engaging, high-energy, practical and deeply human. She creates environments where people feel safe to stretch themselves, challenge old patterns and discover new strengths.
As one colleague once said:
“Whenever I work with you, you don’t just encourage me to think differently or understand a new perspective, you inspire me to go and take action!”
That’s exactly what she brings to every project.
Kerry doesn’t deliver training for the sake of it. She helps people uncover their potential, apply it confidently, and turn insight into measurable business results. On both a personal and organisational level, she adds real value.
She’s naturally collaborative, constantly curious, and fiercely authentic. Her work is grounded in proven methodologies: Clarity4D, Insights, NLP, and CIPD best practice.
Professional Credentials
- CIPD Advanced Level 7 in Human Resource Management
- Licensed Insights Practitioner
- Accredited Clarity4D Business Partner (Awarded Global Business Partner of the Year: 2022/23 and 2024/25)
- NLP Practitioner (Neuro-Linguistic Programming)
- Professional Member of the Professional Speaking Association
- TEDx Speaker
Beyond Oomph
Originally from the south of England, Kerry is mum to two daughters and now lives in Cheshire with her husband. She’s passionate about helping young people unlock their potential and proudly supports The Girls’ Network as a mentor. Community impact is at the heart of what she does, because confidence and capability should be accessible to everyone.
And she’s also a TEDx speaker!
TEDxWarrington
TEDxWarrington:
From frustration to fascination
Why do we naturally click with some people, yet struggle with others? And what could happen if we chose curiosity over frustration?
In her TEDx talk, Kerry explores how understanding cognitive diversity can transform relationships at work and beyond, offering three practical shifts that can change how you lead, collaborate and connect.
OUR TEAM
Adding more Oomph with our Associates
Kerry partners with brilliant learning specialists who bring their own unique energy, expertise and authenticity to every project. Together, they create learning experiences that truly transform.
Nick Fewings
Teamworkologist and MD of Ngagementworks
Nick has spent 30 years helping hundreds of teams and thousands of individuals worldwide discover what high-performance teamwork actually looks like. He’s worked with some of the world’s best-known brands and earned recognition as a global influential figure in achieving exceptional team performance.
He created the Fewings Model Of High-Performance Teamwork, the only model in the world that measures overall team effectiveness across 16 areas of teamwork through an in-depth report. Teams use it to unlock their potential and reach new levels of performance.
Nick’s also the author of Amazon best-seller Team Lead Succeed, recognised as a book of national interest in the UK and a No.1 Kindle hit in Leadership & Management.
His philosophy?
“If people matter most, then understanding and improving team effectiveness, efficiency and wellbeing isn’t optional — it’s your competitive advantage.”
What makes Nick brilliant:
- Highly engaging speaker (500+ events worldwide across most continents)
- Known on the speaker circuit as “Mr. Infotainment” for his ability to deliver valuable learning in an interactive, entertaining way
- In-demand podcast guest
- Creator of proven frameworks that deliver measurable impact
Sarah Brickwood
Hospitality Experience, Culture and People Development Specialist
Sarah is a multi-award-winning learning and development specialist who brings 25+ years of hands-on experience from the fast-paced world of hospitality. She’s worked across guest service, sales, operations and leadership, and knows what makes teams and businesses thrive because she’s been there, done it, and learned what actually works.
Her practical, people-focused approach brings communication and collaboration to life in every session.
As an accredited practitioner in colour profiling and a Clarity4D Business Partner, Sarah uses powerful tools to boost self-awareness and help teams grow stronger together. Every programme she creates is thoughtfully tailored to reflect each business’s unique vision, values and goals, ensuring relevant, lasting impact.
Her core belief? Hospitality isn’t limited to one industry — it’s a mindset that belongs in every business. At the heart of hospitality lies care, empathy and a genuine focus on people. These qualities are essential in any organisation, regardless of sector.
What drives Sarah:
- A genuine desire to help people grow in confidence and strengthen their skills
- Building long-lasting relationships with clients at every level
- Witnessing transformation: “The best part of my job is seeing the difference once people have built the skills and confidence to deliver.”
- Creating inspiring, energising training that generates real momentum
Whether she’s enhancing leadership capability, elevating the guest experience, or empowering teams to flourish, she delivers training that creates lasting results.
Neil Lewis
The Empathy Coach
Neil is an Associate with Oomph who has been developing people and leaders for over two decades, working with and for massive brands including Vodafone, Royal Sun Alliance, The DFS Group, The Football Association and many more.
Since 2015, Neil has explored the deeper side of human behaviour: empathy, self-awareness, and emotional intelligence. This exploration sparked his passion for personal discovery, reflection and wellbeing, and it’s won him awards for both his learning solutions and business acumen.
- MBTI Step 2 Practitioner (since 2012)
- Master Coach since 2020 (Chartered Management Institute, Level 7 Coaching & Mentoring)
- Qualified Mindfulness and Meditation teacher with the British School of Meditation
- Certified teacher in Dru and Restorative Yoga
- Published author on self-reflection and resilience (2024)
What makes Neil different:
These reflective disciplines have significantly enhanced his journey of self-discovery, personal effectiveness and resilience. He brings this depth to every coaching session, offering one-to-one and group coaching, reflective supervision and workplace mediation.
From MBTI profiling to meditation practices, he helps people understand themselves better and show up more authentically.
Bonus: A self-confessed travel enthusiast, you’ll never be short of holiday recommendations working with Neil!
OUR STORY
How Oomph came to life
Oomph was born from a realisation that traditional training often doesn’t create lasting change. People can sometimes leave a workshop buzzing, only to fall back into old habits within days.
Workshops are the spark, not the solution.
Real behavioural change is built in what happens around the learning — over time, through deep understanding, and in the environment people work in every day.
So, Kerry created Oomph Learning & Development to bring together psychology, colour profiling, behavioural insight and strategic business experience into learning that’s memorable, meaningful and genuinely transformative.
We don’t believe in generic programmes or off-the-shelf solutions.
- We believe in partnership.
- In understanding your culture.
- In designing learning that fits your world, not someone else’s.
Oomph is here to make change stick.
To bring energy, clarity and confidence to your people, and to help your organisation unlock the potential that’s already there, delivering long-term impact and tangible results.
Our Values
Oomph values
We are naturally collaborative
We build trusted partnerships where your success becomes our shared mission.
We believe everyone has potential
We believe people are capable of extraordinary things, and sometimes they just need the space and support to discover it.
We are constantly curious
We’re endlessly fascinated by people including how they think, work and grow. This curiosity shapes every solution we design.
We challenge the status quo
We ask bold questions. We explore new possibilities. We do what’s right now, not what’s always been done.
We believe community matters
We’re passionate about giving back and supporting young people to build confidence and discover their unique talents.
Social Impact
Oomph social impact
Learning should be energising, empowering and enjoyable, not a tick-box exercise. The Oomph approach creates safe, supportive and stimulating environments where people feel confident to learn, grow and experiment.
We’re proud to support organisations and initiatives that help people thrive, from youth development programmes to work with well-known partners such as Clarity4D and Insights.
Over the last six years, we’ve supported many causes that we’re passionate about including The Prince’s Trust, Everton in the Community, The Girls Network and Nze Kriss Kezie Akabusi MBE MA OLY’s Project MacKenzie Programme, which improves the outcomes for young people transitioning out of the care system.
Kriss Akabusi : Project MacKenzie
Partners we work with
Clients We Work With
Trusted by organisations across sectors
We’re proud to have partnered with organisations of every size ranging from SMEs to global brands across private, public, education and not-for-profit sectors:
Every organisation teaches us something new and reinforces our belief that when you invest in your people, everything gets stronger.
TESTIMONIALS
Learning and development that makes a real difference: Client feedback
Kerry grasped workshop objectives and delivered a great tailored session full of fun filled learning! Could not recommend Kerry enough if you are looking for an Insight practitioner to work with your team.
From day one, Kerry demonstrated exceptional stakeholder management at every level of the business. She quickly developed strong relationships, challenged our internal thinking, and wasn't afraid to question the status quo to ensure we landed the right outcome. Her tenacity, curiosity, and roll-your-sleeves-up approach meant she not only shaped the strategic direction but also supported every detail of delivery.
Kerry delivered Clarity4D sessions with the entire store leadership teams, creating the foundation for them to confidently lead change within their own teams. The feedback from store managers was overwhelmingly positive-many described it as the best training they had ever received at Magnet. It gave them the confidence, clarity, and capability to drive real behavioural change on the shop floor.
Her ability to work cross-functionally, align diverse stakeholders, and maintain momentum made a huge difference to the success of the programme. The result is a market-leading service model, a team of colleagues confident in asking the right questions, and a noticeable uplift in conversion.
Kerry is a superb L&D professional and a true partner in driving organisational change. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her and look forward to working with Kerry again in the future
The workshop helped the team recognise their own strengths and preferences and understand how they can use the strengths across the team to improve efficiency and success. Kerry gives real insight and definitely puts the "oomph" into colour profiling!
Whether you’re looking to upskill a team or drive deeper behavioural understanding through Insights, Kerry brings both expertise and a contagious energy that makes learning memorable and impactful and I'd highly recommend her for any organisation looking to elevate their learning and development offering.
There is a significant evidence of the need for diversity in teams and that should include cognitive diversity which is essential for high functioning teams. The session was engaging, informative and will be a useful tool for leaders to use. Thanks again, I genuinely feel energised.
Kerry does everything with the perfect amount of Oomph! When she steps in to run Insights sessions at Sanofi, they are equally full of Oomph. She even piloted some epic networking and career management concepts with our Early Years Talent and that was riddled with Oomph too!
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If you’re looking to transform team dynamics, develop leaders, or strengthen sales capability, let’s explore what’s possible together.