Delivering insight through evidence and understanding.

Ashford Assessments provides evidence-based psychological assessment for organisations seeking clarity and confidence in their people decisions.

Our work is grounded in research, guided by integrity, and focused on delivering insight that leads to meaningful outcomes.

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Meet Josie Truscott

With more than three decades of experience in psychological assessment and leadership consultancy, Josie brings both academic expertise and human understanding to every project.

Before founding Ashford Assessments, she worked extensively with leadership teams in the public sector, as well as with clients across the security, financial, pharmaceutical, legal, and manufacturing industries. Her work focused on identifying leadership potential and supporting inclusive, evidence-based development practices.

Her approach blends rigour and empathy - ensuring every assessment is fair, transparent, and genuinely useful for the people and organisations involved.

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An approach built on evidence and understanding.

People decisions shape organisations - which is why every assessment we conduct is designed to be clear, ethical, and evidence-led.

We believe that insight should simplify, not complicate. That data should inform, not overwhelm. And that every individual deserves to be understood in context, not reduced to a score.

This philosophy underpins every step of our process, ensuring that our work delivers clarity, fairness, and lasting impact.

Professional Experience & Accreditation

  1. Chartered Psychologist

  2. Over 30 years’ experience in leadership and psychological assessment

  3. Qualified in a range of psychometric tools and methodologies

  4. Experienced in public, private, and global clients across sectors

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Associates

  • Ramsey Fox

    LEADERSHIP CONSULTANT & BUSINESS PSYCHOLOGIST

    Ramsay is the founder of Peridot Shore, specialising in leadership assessment and organisational resilience. He applies robust psychological principles to deliver talent strategy, executive selection, and transformation across diverse sectors.

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    Rachael Skews

    CHARTERED PSYCHOLOGIST & SCIENTIST

    Specialising in human performance, wellbeing, and behaviour change, Rachael is an internationally recognised expert in Acceptance and Commitment Coaching, she supports organisations through coaching, training, and behavioural science consultancy across private, public, and charity sectors.

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    Sebastian Teijeiro

    BUSINESS PSYCHOLOGIST

    With nearly two decades of experience specialising in executive, leadership, and specialist assessments. He partners with global organisations to deliver in-depth psychometric evaluations, development centres, and data-led insights that support fair, effective people decisions and meaningful organisational growth.

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    Mark Vincent

    CHANGE LEADERSHIP CONSULTANT & EXECUTIVE COACH

    For over 25 years, Mark has supported leaders through complex organisational change. Combining practical psychology and behavioural science with extensive transformation experience, he helps organisations bridge strategy and people to drive lasting performance.

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    Rob Whelan

    PSYCHODYNAMIC THERAPIST

    A psychodynamic therapist and leadership development specialist with extensive experience across both fields. Alongside his private practice, he has worked with leadership teams at major organisations including Sony, British Airways, Compare the Market, Halfords, and Currys.

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Start with a conversation.

From leadership selection to development planning, we provide the evidence-based insight you need to make confident, informed decisions.

Get in touch to discuss your requirements.

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