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August 19th, 2025

Scentia, is pleased to announce it has signed an agreement to acquire Open Door Coaching, a respected leader in executive coaching and leadership development. The acquisition is expected to be completed by Scentia’s Australian Institute of Management (AIM) by 20th August 2025.

This strategic move strengthens Scentia’s commitment to coaching excellence and expands its ability to deliver high-impact leadership programs across Australasia. Open Door Coaching will be progressively integrated into the Institute of Executive Coaching and Leadership (IECL), Scentia’s coaching arm, ensuring continuity of service and enhanced offerings for clients.

“We’re excited to welcome Open Door Coaching into the Scentia group,” said Martin Mercer, CEO of Scentia. “Their legacy of quality, innovation, and impact in the coaching space aligns perfectly with our work in empowering leaders and organisations.”

As part of the transition, Open Door Coaching founder Natalie Ashdown will take on a new role as Head of Enterprise Solutions and Market Growth at IECL. She will lead corporate product development, client engagement, enterprise sales, and market development.

Clients of Open Door Coaching can expect seamless continuity in services, with expanded support and access to IECL’s established frameworks. Scentia remains committed to preserving the values and excellence that have defined Open Door Coaching’s success.

For more information about Scentia and the Australian Institute of Management go to https://www.scentia.com.au.

April 9th, 2025

The Institute of Executive Coaching and Leadership (IECL), a leading provider of executive coaching and leadership development in the APAC region, is pleased to announce its merger with Scentia Group, a prominent education and training organisation.

This marks a significant step forward for IECL, enabling the expansion of its industry-leading programs and services to a broader client base globally.

Gabrielle Schroder, Managing Director at IECL, highlighted the strategic benefits: "This merger reinforces our commitment to driving innovation and excellence in leadership development. We look forward to leveraging Scentia's extensive resources to enhance our service offerings and reach new markets."

Martin Mercer, CEO of Scentia, expressed his excitement at IECL joining Scentia; “We are thrilled that IECL is joining Scentia and I’m confident their people will find a welcoming and supportive home with AIM. I’m also excited about what we can achieve together; combining Australia’s leading coaching brand with AIM’s pre-eminent position in leadership development, makes for a compelling proposition. Together we can make a meaningful impact on the performance of leaders and managers while continuing to train highly credentialled coaches”.

"Joining Scentia Group represents an exciting opportunity to amplify our impact and reach," said Kim McGuinness, Head of Membership and Marketing at IECL. "Our members and clients can look forward to enhanced services and innovation driven by shared expertise and resources."

Charity Becker, Head of Coaching and Leader Development at IECL, added, "The alignment with Scentia Group allows IECL to build upon a quarter-century of exceptional work in organisational coaching, empowering us to continue making a meaningful difference in organisational performance and well-being."

The merger will enable IECL to leverage Scentia’s extensive educational infrastructure and network, providing opportunities for increased innovation, digital transformation, and enhanced member experience.

For more information about Scentia and the Australian Institute of Management go to https://www.scentia.com.au.