Our Story
From humble beginnings in 1993, talkforce's mantra of putting people at the centre of everything remains true to this day. talkforce was established with a vision to deliver tailored training, facilitation and coaching solutions to meet your specific needs.
Since that time the business has focused on advancing the communication skills of people in the workplace through innovative, researched and progressive learning methodologies.
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talkforce has grown into a dynamic people development company, offering a range of Leadership, Communication, Coaching, Facilitation and Training services, supported with practical workbooks and thorough client feedback that sustains face-to-face learning and creates powerful learning and development outcomes for participants.
talkforce business partners and associates are accredited in a wide variety of learning and development instruments including: Human Synergistics – LSI, GSI, LI, OCI/OEI, DiSC®, TMS, MBTI, HBDI and HOGAN – HPI, HDS, MVPI.
Dynamic people equals unlocking potential
This is reflected by the loyalty of our many clients over the years, some of who are fast approaching twenty years of continued partnership with talkforce.
Our team led by Managing Director and Founder, Christopher Whitnall, is passionate and committed to our business.
The world we all aspire to live in
A significant strand of our talkforce DNA is being conscious of the bigger picture and greater world we all live in. This starts with our leaders at talkforce who donate significant chunks of their work and personal time to community partnerships which align to our values. Multicultural Australia, the Reach Foundation, WEAVE, Reach Out Australia and Sport NSW are all organisations in which our leaders play significant roles. Furthermore, our socially conscious behaviours permeate right through our people where our team are always thinking of the environment including our new talkforce reusable keep-cups for our daily coffees to always looking to minimise our office printing and waste.
At talkforce we’re very proud and excited to be on a journey of reconciliation to build relationships, respect and opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islander Australian. We’re working closely with Reconciliation Australia to have our Reconciliation Action Plan endorsed. This helps to give us a framework to play, all be it a small role, in the bigger picture of social change and economic opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders.
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Our Team
Christopher Whitnall Founder and Managing Director
cwhitnall@talkforce.com.au | Bio | LinkedIn
Christopher brings over 25 years of experience to public speaking, presentation, facilitation, coaching and pitch consulting. Chris is also heavily involved in designing talkforce's new and innovative training programs.
Joseph La Posta
General Manager
jlaposta@talkforce.com.au | Bio | LinkedIn | TwitterJoseph is a respected leader in the corporate and sport sectors of NSW and Victoria. Joseph has coaching, government and leadership training credentials and is regarded for promoting Diverse and Inclusive work environments.
Julie Holman
Associate
jholman@talkforce.com.au | Bio | LinkedInJulie is a dynamic specialist in negotiation, sales, presentation, leadership and management training. Julie’s in-depth knowledge of influencing and negotiating and natural rapport with people ensures she is a favourite with clients.
Diana Cregan
Associate
dcregan@talkforce.com.au | Bio | LinkedInDiana is an executive coach with a focus on building awareness and performance. Diana brings a broad commercial background across sales, operations and general management.
Gail Bower
Associate
gbower@talkforce.com.au | BioGail brings 20 years training, facilitating and coaching experience in various industries including financial services, pharmaceuticals, IT, manufacturing, FMCG, gaming, retail, construction and engineering.
Shilpi Joshi
Associate
sjoshi@talkforce.com.au| BioShilpi has 15 years’ experience in setting the strategic direction of organisational development within businesses including leadership and talent development, employee engagement, diversity and inclusion, learning & development and performance management.
Andy Price
Associate
aprice@talkforce.com.au | Bio Andy is an experienced executive coach, trainer, facilitator and leadership development advisor. He specialises in coaching, sales, workload management, leadership and presentation.
Theresa Miller
Associate
tmiller@talkforce.com.au| BioTheresa has 25 years’ experience in the media and television. She specialises in business writing and communications skills and is passionate about verbal and written communication.
Kat Thomas
Associate
kthomas@talkforce.com.au| BioKat is a dynamic facilitator and an experienced business coach. She specialises in developing professionals in the area of business communication.
Kim SinglineAssociate
ksingline@talkforce.com.au| BioKim is an energetic facilitator, trainer, coach and provisional psychologist who is passionate about helping others be the best version of themselves. Her background is a medley of human resources, training, coaching and psychology.
Troy Roderick
Associate
talkforce@talkforce.com.au | BioTroy Roderick has specialised in Diversity & Inclusion for around 20 years. In his work with the Male Champions of Change, Troy advises MCC program directors on key insights and trends in gender equality, shaping the agenda for bold initiatives to create more gender balance in business.
Katherine Bishop
Business Partner
kbishop@talkforce.com.au | | Bio | LinkedIn Katherine is a marketing and media professional with over 22 years industry experience. Katherine draws on her diverse background in sales, strategy and business development to deliver well thought out, integrated client focused strategies.
Lauren StennerClient and Office Manager
lstenner@talkforce.com.au| Bio | LinkedInLauren works with our consultant team and a suite of our clients to ensure the seamless delivery and execution of our services and solutions. She is a highly competent and action-oriented administrator with a results-driven mindset and oversees internal IT.
Bianca K InglezosClient Services and Marketing Coordinator
binglezos@talkforce.com.au| Bio | LinkedInBianca works with our consultants on logistics and administration. She also oversees our website, social medias, and the management of The Dock.
Lorna O'Sullivan
Financial Controller
losullivan@talkforce.com.au | BioLorna is an experienced financial controller and oversees the financial responsibilities at talkforce. This includes management & statutory reporting, financial planning & analysis, facilities & capital management, as well as a variety of human resources and operational functions.
Helen McFadzean
Client and Marketing Manager
hmcfadzean@talkforce.com.au| Bio | LinkedInHelen has a strong client service focus and works closely with our consultants to provide logistical and operational support. She also collaborates on the companies brand and communications.
Libby Dale
Accounts & Payroll Administrator
ldale@talkforce.com.au| BioLibby has bookkeeping experience across many different industries. She oversees our accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll functions.
Susie Whitnall
Administration Officer
swhitnall@talkforce.com.au| BioSusie provides administrative support across our consultants and business partners. She is also one of our client hosts for bookings at The Dock.
