Strategy

“What was really great with regards to our strategy and vision was in the way that Leslie helped us think about all of the interconnections or integration points so that we don’t have a lot of one-off programs. Programs tend to be flavours of the day. Leslie taught us the importance around communication and how everything fits together in an integrated way.”
Bill McFarland, CEO & Senior Partner | PwC

 

“We constantly work with multiple stakeholders, on multiple projects, with multiple deliverables. Leslie has an innate ability to see these disparate strands and tie them together, helping us to connect programs and initiatives, so that people can see how the pieces integrate and support the successful execution of our strategy.”
Robin Ashford, Executive Communications | PwC
“Leslie brought in a different dynamic, made us look at things from a different direction, and certainly got us where we needed to go much more quickly and more efficiently. She coached us and made sure that we always ended up back on the path when we drifted away from where we needed to go. She was always there to make sure that we got level set and back heading in the right direction. She really helps organizations identify their potential and then maps a strategy to reach that potential.”
David Bryan, Managing Partner, Edmonton & Board Member | PwC

Leadership

“What is important from my perspective as a CEO, is that Leslie takes full ownership of the project. And when I say that, I mean she cares about the organization she is working for; I am a big believer that that is critical. I like to work with people who care, who are trying to help you become more successful, and whose heart and mind are in the right spot and Leslie is all of these things—she’s there because she’s trying to help. She does what she does for the right reasons.”
Bill McFarland, CEO & Senior Partner | PwC
“Leslie is a people developer. From the CEO, senior leadership team members, directors and managers, she provides external guidance to broaden their capabilities and mindsets to become more holistic leaders.”
Jennifer Mak, Director, Firm-wide Management | PwC
“Leslie has played an incredibly important role in my personal development, acting as a coach and mentor.  Leslie’s coaching has helped me to identify new and different ways to approach building relationships and interacting with a range of people at different levels, helping me to be a better influencer and bigger voice at the table.”
Robin Ashford, Executive Communications | PwC

Change

“The impact of having Leslie’s change expertise was apparent early on in the process.  Leslie gave us a structure to systematically think about all of our stakeholders, the impact of change, their likely concerns, and methods in which to validate and address.  She also encouraged us to think more broadly about sustainment locally so there was more accountability and likelihood of longer term success.  Leslie partnered and coached us through this approach and, as a result, the strategy and business impact that we set out to achieve 8 years ago is still visible now and expanded across the other business units.”
Karin Muchall, Development Leader
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“What sets Leslie apart is the experience and flexibility she brings, meaning that she doesn’t just implement recognized change approaches; she takes time to understand the organization she is working with and applies elements from various frameworks to ensure that the solution she recommends is the right one for the business.”
Robin Ashford, Executive Communications | PwC
 “I had the privilege of working with Leslie when I was Human Capital Leader at PwC. She is truly a trusted advisor and in everything she did, she was focused on helping me and the organization be more successful.  I would recommend Leslie to anyone and any organization who is open to learning and finding the best ways to plan for, embrace and drive change.”
Hazel Claxton, EVP and Chief HR Officer | Morneau Shepell