The people
behind
the work.

Glenn Dobson

CEO · Shrine London · Named CEO of the Year 2021 & 2025

Glenn Dobson is CEO of Shrine London, where he works with business owners and leadership teams on the structure, decisions and commercial discipline required to build stronger, more capable organisations.

His work focuses on helping companies move from owner-led businesses into properly structured organisations capable of scaling, attracting investment or preparing for succession. Through Private Advisory and strategic programmes, Glenn works directly with owners to clarify direction, strengthen decision-making and build the operational foundations required for long-term growth.

Glenn has also been involved in multiple mergers and acquisitions from both the buyer and seller side, giving him practical experience of the pressures and decisions that shape businesses at key transition points.

Outside of Shrine he is a keen glider pilot and still keeps his hand in with Brazilian jiu-jitsu and lifting weights whenever time allows.

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Emily Davies

Executive Assistant · Shrine London

Emily Davies is Executive Assistant to Glenn Dobson, CEO of Shrine London. Working closely with Glenn, she supports the internal business operations of the firm, overseeing executive administration, contracts, documentation and the organisational structure that underpins Shrine’s advisory work.

Her role ensures the commercial and operational foundations of the business remain organised, consistent and professionally managed. Emily works alongside Claire Johnson from an operational perspective, helping coordinate internal systems and processes that allow the leadership team to focus on strategy and delivery.

Outside of work, Emily has a personal interest in orienteering, a pursuit that reflects the planning, focus and navigation she brings to her role within Shrine.

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Claire Johnson

Leadership Development · Shrine London

Claire Johnson leads Leadership Development and Keynotes at Shrine London. She works with business owners, leadership teams and organisations to strengthen leadership capability, communication and decision-making through Shrine’s Leadership Development programmes. Claire also leads the firm’s keynote work, delivering talks internationally on leadership, performance and personal development.

Within Shrine, Claire works closely with the wider team to support the delivery of programmes and engagements, ensuring clients experience a structured and high-quality environment.

Claire is the author of three books and is internationally recognised for her work in leadership and personal development. Outside of Shrine she is an award-winning figure competitor, qualified nutritionist, strength and conditioning coach, a proud mum and a lifelong petrol head, bringing the same discipline, energy and focus to life that she brings to her work.

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Mark Laxton

Client Acquisition · Shrine London

Mark Laxton is Head of Strategic Relationships at Shrine London, where he works with business owners and leadership teams navigating growth, investment, and organisational change. His role focuses on building trusted relationships and supporting businesses as they move through periods where decisions carry greater weight and consequence.

Through Private Advisory and leadership development work, Mark supports owners and senior teams in strengthening alignment, improving decision-making, and creating the operational foundations required for sustained growth.

Mark’s background spans private equity, investment banking, and corporate law, where he has supported transactions and worked alongside leadership teams under increasing commercial pressure. This gives him a practical understanding of how businesses are assessed externally, and what is required for them to remain stable internally.

Earlier in his career, Mark served as a commissioned officer in the Intelligence Corps within the British Army, where he developed a leadership style grounded in calmness, empathy, and clear decision-making under pressure.

Outside of Shrine, Mark is a keen sailor and spends as much time as he can on the water, valuing the focus, patience, and perspective it brings.

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Sam Phillips

Client Connect · Shrine London

Sam Phillips manages client connection at Shrine London, overseeing the initial conversations, qualification process and the transition from new enquiry into the right engagement within the firm. He ensures that every prospective client receives a considered and direct response, and that no conversation falls through the gaps.

Sam listens carefully, understands quickly and connects people to the right part of Shrine’s work. Whether that is Private Advisory with Glenn, Leadership Development with Claire, a keynote engagement or a more bespoke conversation, he ensures the path forward is clear.

Outside of work, Sam plays rugby to a strong competitive standard and continues to pursue the ambition of one day earning an England call-up, a reflection of the discipline and commitment he brings to his role at Shrine.

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Anna Brookes

Client Services · Shrine London

Anna Brookes leads Client Services at Shrine London, overseeing the organisation and delivery of client engagements across the firm’s programmes and advisory work. Working primarily alongside Claire Johnson and Sam, she ensures that client activity is coordinated professionally from onboarding through to programme delivery.

She manages scheduling, communication and the practical structure that supports Shrine’s work with founders, leadership teams and organisations, ensuring clients experience a well organised and consistent process while the advisory team remains focused on strategic work.

Outside of work, Anna has a strong interest in fashion and design, bringing a natural eye for presentation and detail that complements the polished environment Shrine is known for.

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