JPD - Key Persons


EITHNE SWEENEY

Originally from Ireland, Eithne spent over five years working for large multinationals in China, where she helped technical teams overcome the barriers of language, culture and distance to build strong connections. Moving to New Zealand, she spent the next 10 years working alongside technical specialists in some of our largest companies, equipping them with the skills and structures to foster effective communication. Giving technical teams confidence to connect with each other and their customers is her specialty.

KERRY SABERTON

Job Titles:
  • Director
The person you will see most often, Kerry presents the customised training course content and provides individual coaching. Encouraging and non-judgmental, Kerry has the knack of drawing out the best in people. Kerry has been a facilitator, coach and organisational development professional for over 20 years. During her award-winning career in people management, customer service, sales, training and a range of Management and Director roles, Kerry has gained a wide range of experience to draw upon and uses this in her role. Kerry holds qualifications in training and development as well as in teaching. Kerry is a very popular facilitator and prides herself on interactive, enjoyable sessions with tangible results. You can expect real life examples and ready to use tips and techniques from her training.

LAURA HILL

Job Titles:
  • Coach
  • HR Consultant
Laura specialises in empowering both existing and emerging leaders/managers as role models for the implementation of HR practices. She has successfully partnered with start-ups through to large FTSE100 employers. Always available to discuss your development needs, Laura's skill sets include resourcing, performance, development, and retention of talent in line with employers' organisational and/or career goals.

LYNDA BARKER

Job Titles:
  • Support
With an international career and an entrepreneurial mindset, Lynda provides excellent, professional administration support to the JPD team so they can focus on the heart of the business. By nature, Lynda adopts a practical approach and with a logical attitude, she sources solutions to problems, explores new methodology, and continuously strives to add value.

TONKA WATSON

Job Titles:
  • Consultant
Tonka is a consultant, facilitator and a program architect in inclusivity & gender dynamics, leadership development, organisational change, team performance, and personal resilience. She has over 20 years of experience in the corporate world both as an independent consultant and previously as Head of Human Capital for a major UK blue-chip. An accomplished facilitator and coach, Tonka specialises in key talent and women's' leadership programs with her specific interest being the understanding and application of neuroscience in relation to performance. She has a wealth of experience in designing and delivering programs that engage participants, deliver personal insights and inspire sustainable changes in behaviour. Being a confident and capable communicator Tonka is able to build trust rapidly, and challenge participants to become more aware and more effective. Her understanding of positive psychology and awareness of different cultural influences both inform and enhance her contribution to global organisations operating in the Asia-Pacific region.