Our Team
Kerrie Canning
Co-Founder and Director
Kerrie is an experienced human resources and organisational development professional. She has worked both within organisations and as an external consultant on:
- Cultural change
- Leadership development
- Recruitment
- Selection
- Coaching
Her experience includes professional services, local government, publishing, printing, and financial services.
Prior to working in consulting, Kerrie was the Director, People & Culture for Blackwell Publishing, Asia.
Of note
- Kerrie is one of only a few Extended DISC Master Trainers in Australia.
- Kerrie led a cultural change project within Blackwell Publishing, resulting in receiving a cultural transformation Award.
When not at work
Outside of work, Kerrie enjoys a round of golf, cheering on her horses at a racetrack, or enjoying the beautiful surrounds and wines of the Mornington Peninsula with her husband Rob.
Sally Garner
Director
Sally has more than 20 years of experience in human resources with a strong focus on recruitment and leadership. Her expertise spans across industries including:
- Healthcare
- Government
- Finance
- Education
- SME’s
Sally’s success lies in her ability to align people, processes, and systems that drive strong business results. She has built highly successful and talented teams and has a key focus on supporting and developing them to reach their optimum.
Of note
- Sally began her career as a registered nurse and has worked in senior HR roles in healthcare.
- Sally led the HR team at Alfred Health during the outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic, transforming systems and process.
When not at work
You’ll find Sally skiing any mountain in the world where there is snow on the ground or enjoying her home and surrounds on the beautiful Mornington Peninsula with her husband Mark.
Teresa Mckinnon
Senior HR Consultant
Teresa has over 20 years of Human Resources experience, providing strategic senior HR and generalist HR support to local Government, manufacturing/FMCG, agriculture and health and community service, specifically:
- Quality, Compliance and Industrial Relations
- Workers Compensation
- Performance Management
As well as supporting a large variety of organisations with planning, talent attraction, retention and learning and development.
Of note
Teresa has a deep passion and understanding of the complex world of Employment Relations. She has received recognition for Employer of Choice programs and development and implementation of strong workplace gender equality, diversity, equity and inclusion strategies and frameworks.
When not at work…
Teresa lives with her large family on a rural property in Regional NSW. She enjoys spending time with her children on the sporting field, tending to the family livestock, pets, and the vegetable garden.
Lauren Khawam
HR Consultant
Lauren is an experienced HR professional with 20 years of experience in generalist HR support, strategic and leadership roles.
Lauren has worked across various industries including:
- Automotive
- Manufacturing
- Defence
- Health
- Not-for-profit
Of note
Lauren is a trusted advisor skilled in providing guidance on a range of HR related matters including legislative and compliance matters, employee and industrial relations and all aspects of the employee lifecycle.
Lauren has a passion for partnering with people and businesses to achieve their goals.
When not at work…
Lauren enjoys spending time with family and friends. She enjoys spending time with her two young children and husband and travelling.
Melinda blake
HR Relationship Manager
Melinda is a dedicated Relationship, People & Culture & Talent Partner, who values Commercial Relationship Management, Strategic Talent sourcing and nurturing – in line with Employee Brand and Organisational Goals. Melinda’s key expertise is across the following areas:
- Strategic talent acquisition
- Strategic commercial relationships
- Employer branding initiatives
- Mediation
- Recruitment function design
- Employee engagement and cultural initiatives
Of note
Melinda has a deep passion for creating engaging workplace cultures and has been recognised for her innovative processes in establishing and nurturing talent pipelines and developing talent retention strategies. She has also been instrumental in developing cultural initiatives and enhancing organisational cohesion across nationally distributed workforces.
When not at work…
Melinda enjoys spending time with her family, is an avid kayaker, table tennis player, and swimmer. She also loves reading and self-development, always seeking new ways to expand both personally and professionally.
Candice Brudenell
Administrator
Candice is an experienced administrator, having worked across several sectors including not-for-profit, insurance and legal, specifically across the areas:
- Executive administrative support
- Finance and bookkeeping
- Conference and event management
- Consulting advice and interventions to support
- Front office management
- Human Resource administration
Of note
As an Administrator for HR Advice Online Consultants, Candice loves working with the team to deliver business owners a positive outcome across all the functions of Human Resources.
Candice has completed several qualifications including a double diploma of Human Resources and Business Administration. She places a strong emphasis on attention to detail and ensuring documentation is presented to a high standard.
When not at work…
Outside of work, Candice loves spending time with family and friends. She enjoys spending time with her young family and creating amazing cakes for family and friends.
Miriam Krohn
HR Consultant
Alisha has substantial knowledge of the Real Estate Industry, Franchise Operations as well as the unionised Health Care System delivering HR/IR Support specifically:
- Human Resources planning
- Organisational development
- Learning and Development, delivery, planning and management
- Consulting advice and interventions to support
- Managers and Teams
- Compliance Management and Auditing
- Change Management
- EBA and Award interpretation
- Industrial relations
- Recruitment and selection
- Performance management
- Grievance management
- Policy reviews and implementations
Of note
As a Human Resources Advisor, Alisha loves working with business owners to deliver positive outcomes across all the functions of Human Resources.
When not at work…
Outside of work, Alisha loves spending time with family and friends. She enjoys being social and getting out and about as much as possible with her young family.
Candice Brudenell
Administrator
Candice is an experienced administrator, having worked across several sectors including not-for-profit, insurance and legal, specifically across the areas:
- Executive administrative support
- Finance and bookkeeping
- Conference and event management
- Consulting advice and interventions to support
- Front office management
- Human Resource administration
Of note
As an Administrator for HR Advice Online Advisors, Candice loves working with the team to deliver business owners a positive outcome across all the functions of Human Resources.
When not at work…
Outside of work, Candice loves spending time with family and friends. She enjoys spending time with her young family and creating amazing cakes for family and friends.
Teresa McKinnon
HR Consultant
Teresa has over 20 years Human Resources experience, providing strategic senior HR and generalist HR support to local Government, manufacturing/FMCG, agriculture and health and community service, specifically:
- Quality, Compliance and Industrial Relations
- Workers Compensation
- Performance Management
Of note
As well as supporting a large variety of organisations with planning, talent attraction and retention as well as learning and development.
Having worked across a number of areas of Human Resources, Teresa has a deep passion and understanding of the complex world of Employment Relations. She has received recognition for Employer of Choice programs and development and implementation of strong workplace gender equality, diversity, equity and inclusion strategies and frameworks.
As a HR Advisor Teresa provides excellent and accurate support to businesses which enables them to strengthen their teams, increase employee attraction and satisfaction ultimately resulting in them achieving their goals and seeing success.
When not at work…
Teresa lives with her large family on a rural property in Regional NSW. She enjoys spending time with her children on the sporting field, tending to the family livestock, pets, and the vegetable garden.
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