Testimonials

our clients and FEEDBACK

LEAD is fortunate to have had the opportunity to collaborate with a diverse spectrum of organisations of the years, spanning from local grassroots initiatives to large multinational not-for-profit entities. Here is a sample of the various groups with which we have recently taught, coached, or mentored, as well as some feedback on the impact of our work.

"Sandy is skilled at navigating new and complex environments, dealing with sensitive issues, and managing diverse groups of stakeholders. She is able to work across cultures and languages, ensuring all those present are heard and feel included and valued."

-Lachlan Keating, Chief Executive, Deaf Aotearoa Tāngata Turi
“We left the Governance course with a sound idea of the principles of good governance and how it can make a difference to an organisation’s effectiveness…. We have been able to plan and implement our own infrastructure using the different elements, and are more focused on the vision and strategic purpose of our organisation.”

— SERENA LEWIS (DEPUTY CHAIR) & DANIELLE SANDERS (COMMITTEE MEMBER), TRCC
“I would recommend Ruth Osborne as a mentor and coach to anyone taking on a management or leadership role. I continued coaching with Ruth beyond the initial coaching package, because I found her wisdom, insights and experience invaluable. She was perceptive and empathetic as well as having great technical and practical advice! Whether it was fundraising, workplace dynamics, personal well-being, or strategy - Ruth always had incredibly valuable advice and guidance.”

— ANNA DE ROO
“This course has been inspirational in terms of focusing me on what kind of leader I want to be; to do more things deliberately, and under high pressure; taking time to reflect and to focus. Lots of the frameworks help with this, as well as being more proactive in reflective practice. It makes me feel like it is possible to be more intentional about how I lead and work.”

— MELISSA ANSELL-BRIDGES, NATIONAL SECRETARY NZCTU (LEARNING COHORT 2020 FOR "MANAGING & LEADING COMMUNITY ORGANISATIONS")
“Hilary left such a positive mark on us all and there was not one person who felt threatened, chastised or inadequate (which can so easily happen with such a topic) following her workshop - that counts for a lot.”

— SCHOOL PRINCIPAL AND "TE TIRITI - PARTNERING WITH MAORI" WORKSHOP PARTICIPANT
“The marketing workshop gave me a great framework to be able to go away and implement my ideas.”

— COURSE ATTENDEE
“Volunteer Wellington has collaborated with LEAD for more than a decade to offer high quality professional development workshops and programmes to community and voluntary groups in the Wellington region. The LEAD team’s dedication to excellence and expertise in providing tailored training solutions have empowered our members with the knowledge and skills necessary to thrive in their roles. Their engaging delivery style encourages an environment of active learning and collaboration, sparking meaningful discussions and sharing of innovative ideas and resources. Participants go away with practical tools and strategies they can implement in their workplace. We are grateful for LEAD’s ongoing support and highly recommend their services to any Not for Profit seeking to enhance their governance and leadership practices.”

- Julie Thomson, Regional Manager, Volunteer Wellington Te Puna Tautoko
“I was so pleased to have had that chat with Garth - it really helped my thinking and that afternoon I felt on fire.”

— CISSY ROCK, FACILITATOR, COMMUNITY THINK
“Working with LEAD has been an absolute game-changer for not only our organisation in the not-for-profit sector, but also our staff and volunteer development. Their expertise in governance training, leadership, people capacity building, and strategic planning has raised our operations to next level. They enable us to response to our clients’ needs and the forever changing external environment. The diverse range of services they offer, from leadership short courses to individual coaching has been instrumental in our team's growth and Development. What sets LEAD apart is not just their breadth of knowledge but also their ability to tailor their delivery to suit diverse groups. Whether it's a board of directors or frontline staff, they have a knack for engaging and empowering everyone in the room. Their style of delivery is not only informative but also inspiring, leaving our staff and volunteers motivated to implement positive change. I cannot recommend LEAD highly enough. Their dedication, expertise, and ability to deliver results have made them an indispensable partner for our organization.”

- Rochana Sheward (New Zealand Order of Merit), Belong Aotearoa Chief Executive

our clients and FEEDBACK

TESTIMONIALS

"Sandy is skilled at navigating new and complex environments, dealing with sensitive issues, and managing diverse groups of stakeholders. She is able to work across cultures and languages, ensuring all those present are heard and feel included and valued."

“Hilary left such a positive mark on us all and there was not one person who felt threatened, chastised or inadequate (which can so easily happen with such a topic) following her workshop - that counts for a lot.”

“The marketing workshop gave me a great framework to be able to go away and implement my ideas.”

“I was so pleased to have had that chat with Garth - it really helped my thinking and that afternoon I felt on fire.”

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