What Others Say

  • Alan’s clear grasp of employment law pervades all aspects of his role as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, enabling him to provide sound legal counsel on a wide range of issues.

    Professor Jan Thomas, Vice Chancellor, Massey University

  • Alan has made a very substantial contribution to the progress of employee and industrial relations over the years he has been with us. I look back to the time when I joined the company, and reflect on the progress we have made since then and Alan can take a fair measure of credit for the huge change in attitudes which have taken place and which form the foundation of us being a much more effective and competitive organisation.

    Dr. Roderick Deane, Chief Executive Officer, Telecom New Zealand

  • Alan is a major contributor to the University. He is seen as a trustworthy and competent practitioner who is making a difference. I thank him for the way he works with my office. His professionalism has ensured difficult matters have been dealt with positively. He is a person who manifests all the attributes of professionalism, reliability, integrity and honesty. He is a person of excellence.

    Hon Steve Maharey, Vice-Chancellor, Massey University

  • Through Alan's leadership of the HR team and influence at senior levels and across the organisation he was able to introduce a co-ordinated package of initiatives that raised the development profile and the need for this both at an individual level and for the good of the organisation. He did this work always with the big picture in mind, engaging managers and staff.

    Fiona McBeath, Director Management Services, MAF

  • Alan is very effective at building a team and comfortable delegating pieces of work to them, he has built highly functioning teams in multiple settings - both within highly commercial businesses and core government organisations; teams that hold him in very high regard.

    Lynda Fraser, Executive Recruiter, Wheeler Campbell

  • I am a member of HRINZ and I saw that they recently recognised you for your superb efforts. I just want to add my congratulations to the mix and say how thoroughly well deserved I think the award is. The work you did at MAF was excellent and I know this was done at the same time you were managing some challenging industrial negotiations, which in my view makes the award even more deserved.

    Waimarama Taumaunu, Manager Chief Executive Employment and Development, State Services Commission

  • Alan has shown his real ability to operate a high strategic level and his work during the recent organisational restructure earned very high acclaim from the CEO. Strategic support of the business line areas remain at a very high calibre and Alan particularly enjoys the immense respect of his colleagues.

    Paul Bell, General Manager Human Resources, Westpac

  • Alan has attained a high profile in a short time. His appointment was considered by managers to be the main reason for the improved performance of the Employee Relations function. He is considered extremely capable and willing and more compliments were received about him than any other person in the Human Resources Group. His appointment was considered to have strengthened the whole group and there was a general feeling the company has and will continue to make progress in this area.

    Customer Satisfaction Survey, Telecom South

  • For me the major measure of success is that we have a trusted and respected HR team who are seen to be adding value - a real turn around from a few years ago prior to Alan joining.

    Larry Fergusson, Deputy Director General, MAF

  • This year, negotiations proceeded amicably and settlements were achieved quickly with agreements then being ratified by overwhelming majorities. the Department of Corrections has put a lot of work , over the last two years, to improve their relationships with their unions and to identify issues that required attention to move to a more constructive situation ... reflecting a well organised approach to what were potentially difficult negotiations.

    Hon Trevor Mallard, Minister of State Services

  • Alan’s coaching challenged and tested my thinking and that resulted in a substantial amount of reflection. I have learned to take the time to document my goals in a more structured fashion with harder milestones and timeframes associated with them. With Alan’s coaching I now take action towards the things I need to do.

    Confidential Coaching Clients

  • I want to thank and acknowledge you for all the valuable work you have done for the University. Massey has been fortunate to have had your leadership in this vital area at a time when a genuine commitment to people and principles was very much needed.

    Virginia Goldblatt, NZOM, Director University Mediation Service

  • As a coach & mentor Alan uses his experience as a hands-on leader who knows how to execute his ideas with excellence and efficiency. He is a deep thinker and uses his patient listening skills to understand complex challenges and devise collaborative approaches which were aligned to the needs of our business. I highly recommend him as a coach or strategist for any growing HR leader.

    HR Manager of Public Sector Agency

  • Alan’s mentoring and support during challenging times has been outstanding. He actively listened to understand each situation, offering fresh perspectives backed by his research and extensive experience in business governance and leadership. Through his guidance, I gained self-confidence and enhanced my HR leadership skills, enabling me to stay the course, devise effective strategies, and achieve positive outcomes.

    HR Manager of Private Sector National Consultancy