Darwin-Based Business Coach and Consultant, Helping To Build Capacity Develop Leaders Create Communities Increase Resilience
“The sole purpose of my work is to facilitate conversations that matter. I believe everyone has all of the information needed to create change. When asked the right questions and given the space to answer, we intuitively know exactly what to do.”With a core belief in the inherent potential of every individual, we approach our work with a heart-centered approach. Our guiding principles drive us to meet people where they are at, guiding them on a journey of self-discovery and capacity building.”
- Bronwyn Clee, Institute of Hope Head Facilitator, Director and Chief Enthusiasm Officer (CEO)
Darwin Business Coaching, Training and Consulting for Individuals and Organisations
Professional Development and Business Coaching
The Institute of Hope (IOH) provides innovative workforce development services across Australia and the Northern Territory that empower individuals and organisations to create communities dedicated to feeling safe and standing strong.
With a core belief in the inherent potential of every individual, we approach our work with a heart-centered approach. Our guiding principles drive us to meet people where they are at, guiding them on a journey of self-discovery and capacity building.
Our comprehensive services are designed to address the diverse needs of our clients. From trauma-informed executive coaching to bespoke and personalised training and development, we offer solutions aimed at increasing capacity, enhancing skills and driving positive change for businesses, government agencies, not-for-profits and individuals.
Workforce Development Services;
Build Capacity and Increase Confidence
Strategic Planning for Agencies & Organisations
A coaching/mentoring approach guides the development of strategies for achieving Key Performance Indicators and organisational goals, including processes and agreements to set priorities and monitor progress. The focus is on strengthening strategic plans that lead to success.
Capacity Building
Enhancing skills, knowledge, and processes for individuals or organisations to perform tasks, solve problems, and achieve objectives more effectively and sustainably. Support to develop skills, knowledge and expertise to strengthen overall capabilities to build capacity and strengthen organisational culture.
Trauma-Informed Deep Dive Executive Coaching
Conflict | Confidence | Culture Change
Helping individuals navigate conflict, build confidence, and drive culture change. This approach to coaching is centered around trauma-informed practices that consider the experiences and needs of individuals. Through this coaching, clients develop skills to manage conflict, build confidence and create a culture of safety and respect for all individuals.
Strategic Thought Leadership
Developing skills to think strategically, identify opportunities, and drive innovation; this approach helps individuals develop a strategic mindset and provides guidance on developing and communicating strategic plans.
Leading Teams
Through Change
A coaching/mentoring approach guides the Developing leadership skills to improve communication and collaboration skills. By developing strategies to manage change effectively, teams become more confident in navigating change with a positive attitude and a shared vision.
Working Through
Tough Topics
Develop skills to navigate difficult conversations and enhance resilience. Through a coaching mentoring approach, participants receive guidance in managing stress, building self-confidence and improving communication skills for challenging situations.
Bespoke Training and Development
Tailored to the unique and specific needs of the individual client, agency, department, organisation. Informed by the theoretical framework of Universal Protective Behaviours and Restorative Practices.
Our Consortium of Change Makers
The Institute of Hope is supported by a collective of conscious consultants committed to helping you build capacity. Some of us work with individuals, while others work directly with businesses, organisations and governments. We are located across Australia with Changemakers in Darwin, Cairns, and Adelaide. Regardless to who or where we work, our strong connecting thread is our belief that self care must come first. And we are all still in the process of mastering that ourselves!
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Kathleen O'Keeffe
Health and Wellbeing Coach/ Consultant
Kathleen has extensive experience as a coach/consultant, yoga teacher, workshop facilitator and bodyworker.
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Megan Bayliss
Social Work coach and PhD Candidate
Coach Bayliss, known to friends as Megan, has dedicated decades to social work across all levels of government. Recently, she embarked on a long-awaited journey to earn her PhD. Currently, Megan balances supervising her existing caseload with her research and writing endeavours.
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Dr Marg Lambert
Psychologist, Counsellor, EFT
Marg is a registered psychologist, author and speaker, currently undertaking PhD research on evaluating the effects of using EFT for anxiety in primary school children in Darwin, schools.
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Ashleigh (Ascoli) Farris
Marketing, Design and Communications
Ashleigh runs her own design and marketing studio specialising in helping not-for-profits and purpose-led businesses to elevate their branding and online presence.
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Hannah Quilford
Not-For-Profit Consultant
HQ Consultancy specialise in bringing strategies to life by crafting custom team-based, outcome-focused action plans. Think of us as the "action specialists" of the Not For Profit (NFP) sector.
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Jude Ellen
Jude is a seasoned strategic analyst and business transformation advisor with over 30 years of experience. Specialising in market intelligence, strategic repositioning, and innovation activation, she brings a wealth of knowledge from her background in economics and public health. Jude excels in executive coaching, research and collaborative teamwork, helping businesses navigate change and drive high-value innovation. She has worked across various sectors, offering tailored solutions and strategic insights to foster resilience and growth.
