We are a nimble team of organisational development and human capital practitioners who are passionate about outcomes.
Our Telos
Aristotle believed every living organism has a Telos – a reason for being, an ultimate cause, a purpose. Our team’s passion is rooted in this philosophy. In fact, it was the seed from which Telos Asia Pacific sprouted and continues to grow.
We view all teams and organisations as living organisms: They grow and develop from the roots up; they require and use energy; are able to adapt to and impact their environment; and they have a unique set of conditions for optimal functioning. Just like people and other living things, teams and organisations require a clear, authentic and inspiring telos to drive growth and achieve their goals.
We partner with clients to clarify their telos, and help them build the optimal conditions for their organisations to thrive. Harnessing our unique blend of skills, knowledge and experience, we have supported clients to fulfil their purpose, realise goals, and achieve sustainable success. Read more about Our Team below.
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Wayne Smith
DIRECTOR & FOUNDER
Wayne is a leading Organisational Development, Business Planning, Strategy, and Human Capital specialist with over 30 years’ multi-industry experience across Asia Pacific. With a strong conceptual intellect and depth of theoretical knowledge, Wayne is skilled in all areas of Organisational Capability to drive strategically aligned growth and performance improvement. Wayne has a successful track record of achievement through engaging business leaders and all other relevant stakeholders to effectively clarify, plan, monitor and deliver improved business, customer and people outcomes. Wayne holds a Bachelor of Business (HR) and Masters of Applied Sciences, Innovation and Service Management.
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Grace Charles
CONSULTANT
With a Bachelor’s Degree in Behavioural Science and Master of Human Resource Management, Grace is a people-centric HR generalist with multi-industry experience spanning across Australia, Asia and New Zealand. Solution-oriented and improvement-focused, Grace is skilled in designing bespoke people solutions to match business needs and achieve strategic organisational objectives. Grace is passionate about understanding human drivers and optimising human capital. This is achieved through partnering with stakeholders to foster continuous development and a growth-mindset at both the individual and organisational level.
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Maxine Horne
CONSULTANT
Founder, previous CEO and Non-Executive Director of ASX-listed Vita Group, Maxine has witnessed first-hand the challenges that come with scaling from a small business to a publicly listed company. Through this, Maxine has acquired a unique and highly sought-after skillset that can be applied in the context of grass-root start-ups, all the way up to competitive corporates. Balancing flexibility, tenacity, and entrepreneurialism with discipline, risk mitigation and governance, Maxine knows that culture is critical to a successful strategy geared towards sustainable revenue and profit growth. Whether your business is in the establishment, growth or maintain phase, Maxine firmly believes that your people are key to your performance.
