I couldn’t have asked for a better mentor. Rowena was highly professional, insightful, and an excellent listener. She asked all the right questions to understand my business, challenges, and goals.

What stood out most was her ability to suggest a suitable framework to break down a reasonably complex growth and expansion strategy (outlined by me) into a structured and actionable plan. She guided me in providing suitable frameworks to organise my plans into clear objectives, key results, and initiatives, providing a valuable methodology to measure performance against the plan. Her approach was both strategic and practical, providing me with clarity and confidence moving forward. And all of this in a matter of a few hours!

I highly recommend Rowena to anyone looking for structured guidance in dealing with complex business matters and issues, by nature I can tell she is a problem solver with extensive management experience. Her expertise and thoughtful approach set me on a solid path to make a significant impact on my planning process.

Rowena completed an analysis of the business as per the below outline with clear, concise and thorough thinking - hence the resulting work product aligned with this. She was also a pleasure to work with.

- identified key business risks with context to current operations and future strategy, with treatment options,

- mapped current operating model and identify key pain points,

- solutions to improve role clarity and governance,

- strategies to address some internal performance challenges, and

- options for a future state organisational design to support growth.

Rowena worked with our leadership team to support organisation change initiatives including strategic planning, operating model transformation and employee engagement.  Rowena consistently delivered high-quality strategic support and identified pragmatic solutions.  I found Rowena to be responsive and enjoyable to work with.  

I would recommend Rowena to those seeking an advisor capable of and committed to partnering with leaders to strengthen and evolve their organisation.

We absolutely loved having Rowena speak to our women’s affinity group. Rowena tells a heartfelt career and life story, and her challenges and opportunities were relevant and honest and on point. Rowena's integrity shines through and the participants really were engaged throughout! If you are seeking support with your leadership and development programmes reach out to Rowena!

As a fellow board member on a NFP with Rowena, I recognise a level of application to the task, intellect applied to reviewing facts, analysing, then problem solving with clarity of thought to facilitate communication of actions to fellow board members which has been invaluable in supporting my role as Acting Chair.

Rowena is also able to pick up the phone to facilitate navigation of challenging situations enabling progress, or re-assessment of roadblocks to achieve outcomes.

Rowena is, skilled at governance, facilitates appropriate risk management and is strategic in thinking. Whether advising Boards or Senior Management or working as a Company Director I am sure Rowena would be a valued asset to the team she chooses.

I worked alongside Rowena on a board for more than two years. She brings together the critical skills in governance, leadership, strategy and risk management so deeply needed in director and senior roles but challenging to find in one individual.

As we have evolved to a company limited by guarantee, Rowena has helped to navigate governance and risk, and has expertly assisted in the facilitation of board effectiveness as a deputy, an intermediary and sounding board for us all.

I had the pleasure of working with Rowena as the lead facilitator for a series of stakeholder forums. Her work was exceptional.

Rowena brings deep expertise and a calm, strategic presence that creates the ideal conditions for open, constructive dialogue. She has a rare ability to tailor her facilitation approach to suit a diverse range of audiences—from growers and millers to researchers, investors and government—ensuring that each voice is heard and respected.

What stood out most was Rowena’s skill in partnering with us as a trusted advisor. She took time to understand our goals and the dynamics of our industry, and helped us translate those into successful, high-impact sessions. Her sessions not only met their objectives but consistently exceeded expectations—fostering meaningful engagement, surfacing fresh insights, and building confidence in our direction.

Rowena’s professionalism, adaptability and results-focused mindset make her an outstanding partner for any organisation seeking to strengthen engagement and drive outcomes through facilitation. I would recommend her without hesitation.

I have had the pleasure of working closely with Rowena during her tenure as Deputy Chairperson and Non-Executive Director. Her exceptional leadership skills and strategic acumen have consistently impressed me and the board.

In the realm of governance, Rowena has demonstrated a profound understanding of regulatory and compliance matters, ensuring our board operated with the highest standards of integrity and accountability. Her insights into risk management have been invaluable, particularly in identifying potential challenges and implementing effective mitigation strategies.

Rowena excels in strategic leadership, always bringing a forward-thinking approach to board discussions. Her ability to facilitate productive conversations and build consensus among diverse viewpoints has significantly enhanced our decision-making processes. Rowena's support in establishing and chairing the Risk and Audit board committee has been instrumental in driving our organisation's strategic objectives forward.

As a leader, Rowena is not only visionary but also deeply committed to fostering a collaborative and inclusive board culture. Her dedication to continuous improvement and best practices in governance has set a benchmark for excellence in our organisation.

I highly recommend Rowena for any board or advisory role. Her expertise, dedication, and leadership qualities will undoubtedly be a tremendous asset to any organisation.

Rowena and I served on the same board as non-executive directors for over two years. She is a diligent director who consistently contributed value to the board by clearly articulating her point based on sound, unemotional judgement. Rowena brings a unique ‘birdseye’ perspective due to her career and life experiences, which she applied by drawing on expertise from across the board to generate clarity and momentum on key matters such as risks and strategy.

During her tenure, Rowena showed strong leadership as Deputy Chair and was pivotal in implementing initiatives that improved organisational resilience and elevated the board from its management committee legacy to a true governance focus.

Rowena is someone I genuinely recommend.

I had the pleasure of working alongside Rowena on a board as NEDs. During this time, Rowena consistently demonstrated commendable leadership and governance capabilities, while continually provoking thought to stretch the organisation's impact and capabilities.

As a Board Member and Committee Chair, Rowena excelled in leading board and governance matters. Her achievements include establishing the Audit and Risk Committee, actively shaping core governance parameters, and spearheading the strategy refresh. Her adeptness at navigating complex issues and steering productive discussions was noteworthy in advancing the organisation's initiatives and achieving sought goals.

I recommend Rowena for governance, leadership development and business management roles and consultancy, and welcome the opportunity to work together again in future.

Rowena provided me with valuable insights into the operational aspects of running a business and taking a risk-based approach. Her guidance encompassed various facets such as financial management, resource allocation, and operational efficiency.

Rowena's comprehensive approach to teaching not only equips individuals with strategic acumen but also with the practical know-how to effectively manage day-to-day business operations. Rowena genuinely cares about the success of her clients and projects. She provides clear, honest feedback and is also willing to dive into the details to ensure the ship is steered in the right direction.

Rowena shared her time, wisdom and mentorship with me during times of role transition and new challenges in my role. Rowena has a pragmatic approach in her advice and guidance, which resonated with me as an action-oriented person.

Rowena is that rare blend of commercially, organisationally and strategically astute, and someone whose advice and coaching is always valuable. Thankyou Rowena, I look forward to working with you in future.

Rowe is simply an exceptional leader with the strategic vision, and dedication needed to achieve strong results at an executive / board level. Whilst working together, Rowe consistently demonstrated an ability to navigate complex challenges, make informed decisions, and drive positive change.

With strong analytical abilities, combined with a keen understanding of industry trends, Rowe was an exceptional communicator with a proven track record of fostering collaboration among team members, stakeholders, and partners. Rowe has a unique talent for building consensus and inspiring others to work towards common goals.

I have no doubt Rowe would be a leading contributor to the success of any board / executive.

Rowena was a fantastic mentor to me and I credit her with where I am and the type of leader I’ve become today. She always made time to meet with me and talk through any issues I was having at work. She was full of sound advice including how to remove emotion from business conversation, how to address difficult topics and to see the bigger picture in my career progression and options I had to pursue.

Her straightforward, no-nonsense approach maximised our time together while her personable and friendly nature made it a joy to unpack any challenge collaboratively with her.

Row was an amazing leader and mentor to me over a number of years. Generous with her time, her knack at asking probing questions and providing clear, honest feedback really helped me to be reflective on my own practise and was routinely hugely helpful in helping me grow as a professional - using her own experience to help me develop my own networks, influence, and the value of my reputation within a complex organisation.

Now as a leader myself, and mentoring others, I find I'm routinely thinking about the example Row set, and "what would Row have done". It would be a pleasure to be able to work with Rowena again.

Rowena embodies the traits of a great leader with her curiosity and keenness to grasp every facet of a situation before taking action. Her thoughtful approach, driven by a desire to understand, not only sets her apart but also ensures that decisions made under her guidance are rooted in a deep understanding of the task at hand. This quality not only inspires confidence within her team but also fosters an environment where each member feels valued and heard.

Rowena brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to any endeavour she undertakes. Her track record of leading multi-functional teams speaks to her ability to navigate complex challenges and deliver results.