About us
We’re a small team of slightly obsessed, learning professionals determined to make a difference.
Our purpose
To advance the world by 12 degrees.
Advance the world
We believe the world needs better leaders—to raise standards and make a meaningful dent. Leverage skills and combine knowledge. Change attitudes and society for the better. Make the world a better place.
12 Degrees
Let’s call it the ripple effect. Our logo is ’12 degrees’. The twelve structured squares are in fact 12 scholar caps (or graduation caps). Our logo represents everything we stand for: Leadership, Excellence and Design.
Our Philosophy
Four principles underpin everything we do.
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We believe the most successful organisations are open to the most ideas. And we believe cross-pollination is essential for survival (especially, in current times).
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We believe that for organisations to grow, people need to grow. And we believe everyone can grow—given the right environment.
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We believe small things can make a big difference (let’s call it an unforgiving and uncompromising attention to detail). We obsess about making things simple to understand. We yearn for simplicity.
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We believe a commitment to lifelong learning is essential—especially in the modern world. We stand on the shoulders of scholars—always learning. We learn from failure. We learn from nature. We learn most when we teach others.
Our Business model
We serve leaders in 3 key areas.
Courses
Our Leadership Development Programme provides a serious alternative to the established qualification. Designed from the ground up—transform into a highly effective leader.
Consultancy
We specialise in business transformation, inspiring Leadership at every level. We work with leaders to develop their leadership skills and create a culture committed to Excellence.
Community
We serve a community of emerging and experienced leaders looking for something different. Our weekly newsletter and tutorials offer plenty of ideas, insights and inspiration. Available in digital, audio and print.
Meet the team
Bob Buckley
Bob made his mark specialising in world class manufacturing. Utilising his experience, he led a consultancy working with high-achieving executives to concentrate on raising corporate performance and keeping things simple.
With Twelve Scholars, Bob combines his passion for innovation with his drive for continuous improvement to reimagine what a modern leadership development programme should look like, and in turn, help new generations of leaders improve their performance.
Determined to be successful in every challenge he undertakes, Bob enjoys his downtime in the hills and mountains—cycling, snowboarding and helping others reach their goals too!
Sarah Sisson
Sarah is responsible for joining the dots and bridging the gaps. She’s a specialist in form and function. Now living in the USA, Sarah provides a high degree of quality assurance to everything we do. She’s also responsible for the assessment and accreditation process.
When she’s not training her cockapoo to play catch, Sarah enjoys running the entire length of a country—from her comfort of her high-tech treadmill.
Grace Lambert-Smith
Grace is responsible for the illustrious alliteration that appears on the printed page. She has an engaging style that will fire your imagination. A style that delivers memorable lessons and helps you share knowledge with others.
Having spent much of her working life in the outdoor industry, she’s never too far from a bike, her rando bag and a cup of coffee.
…and We’re hiring for 2025
We want to build our team. If you’re passionate about helping others achieve their goals, then you may be a good fit. Please contact us with a brief introduction.
Inspire, be inspired!