About us.

We specialise in harnessing the power of emotional intelligence for more effective and impactful leaders, and sculpting high-performing cultures that are built on trust, confidence, authenticity and purpose.

Having worked in many different organisations and industries, we understand first hand that every organisation is unique, and one-size-fits-all does not work. As practitioners, we customised constantly - it is way of life for us. That's why we pride ourselves on delivering tailored solutions crafted with precision, drawing from our extensive lived experiences and a deep understanding of what truly works in the realm of leadership and cultural transformation.

Real experience.

Whether it's empowering your leadership team to effectively cultivate a culture that fosters innovation, trust and inclusivity, or enhance leadership effectiveness, we're with you every step of the way, fueling growth and developing leadership capability.

Combined experience building high performing cultures and cultivating leadership growth.

50 years

100%

Repeat client engagement and ongoing partnerships.

500+

1,246

Leaders using Coach. purposeful conversations and Performance EQ to drive high performing environments.

HR leaders now incorporating our emotional intelligence model in HR strategy and practice.

Meet our Founders

Marnie is a seasoned C-suite executive with over 30 years of leadership in strategy, human resources, governance, and organisational transformation. Her expertise spans complex domains, including industrial relations, safety, risk management, and leadership development, where she has consistently driven cultural and operational excellence.
With extensive commercial and operational experience across diverse industries and stages of growth, Marnie’s sharp business and financial acumen uniquely positions her to challenge conventional thinking and deliver innovative solutions. Her leadership has often extended beyond HR, encompassing strategic oversight in procurement, cash flow management, process optimisation, and customer experience delivery, showcasing her versatility and strategic foresight.
One of Marnie’s most significant achievements is developing and championing a contemporary, commercial HR approach that aligns people strategies with tangible commercial outcomes.
Equally, she takes pride in mentoring emerging and executive leaders, many of whom have advanced to pivotal executive roles, leaving a legacy of impactful leadership development.
Having worked across Australia and internationally, Marnie is adept at navigating cultural and geographical complexities. Her inclusive approach and ability to inspire high-performing cultures have made her a trusted advisor and transformative leader committed to driving sustained organisational success.
Qualifications: BLaws, GDLP, PostGrad Human Resources & Industrial Relations, GradDip Change Management, Strategy IQ Harvard Business School, GAICD, Certified Human Synergistics Facilitator, Daniel Goleman Emotional Intelligence Facilitator

Nicole is a senior Human Resources leader with deep expertise in organisational change, culture development, employee relations, and strategies to elevate the employee experience. Her career spans a diverse range of dynamic, highly regulated industries, including FMCG, retail, disability services, marine, rail, aviation, local government, tourism, and hospitality, where she has consistently delivered impactful people strategies.
Known for her strong commercial acumen, Nicole adeptly balances the complexities and competing priorities of executive leadership, providing tailored solutions that align with organisational objectives. She is a trusted advisor and coach, respected for her ability to deliver measurable returns on human capital investments even in challenging environments.
Nicole’s true passion lies in coaching business leaders to excel. She empowers them to leverage data and analytics to drive meaningful change, elevate performance, and adopt situational leadership approaches that inspire both people and purpose. Her work transforms careers by aligning individuals’ core motivations with their strengths, fostering emotional intelligence, and enhancing their influence and impact as leaders.
A catalyst for cultural and organisational success, Nicole brings a blend of strategic insight, empathy, and pragmatism to her work, creating environments where people and businesses thrive.
Qualifications: B.HRM, GradDip IR, B.BusMgmt & Tourism, Certified Human Synergistics Facilitator, Accredited Korn Ferry Remuneration Practitioner

Our approach.

We know how to support leaders in transformational growth.

To achieve extraordinary leadership and performance, we begin with the fundamental question: why? What is the agenda? By uncovering what’s working and what’s not, we help to identify untapped potential.

Our approach focuses on creating profound, individual shifts in thinking and behaviour, enabling leaders to see themselves and their role through a transformative lens. This personalised, contextual process addresses challenges head-on while fostering growth and resilience.

The ultimate goal is greater influence, effectiveness, and measurable impact. The path is not linear, but there are core principles that pave the way to exceptional results.

We are not your typical consultants; we are leaders and culture change agents by profession. We do not preach theory from text books or the latest fads, we design and deliver based on what we know works. We have been in the trenches, navigating the complexities of leadership and organisational dynamics, and have emerged with invaluable insights and strategies that drive tangible results.

Diagnostics.

The world renown emotional intelligence diagnostic tool we have been using for more than 20 years.

As accreditor facilitators of Human Synergistics' culture and leadership measurement tools, we incorporate Life Styles Inventory™, Leadership/Impact® (L/I) Leadership Assessment, Group Styles Inventory™ Organisational Culture Inventory®, for powerful insight and change. With these practical visual tools, leaders:

can 'see' the thinking and behavioural styles that drive performance
have access to a common language to unite and embed emotionally intelligent leadership behaviour
have a foundation for developing other leaders