Clients & Testimonials

Recent clients include:

Alinta
ANZ
Australia Wheat Board
Bendigo Bank
Close the Loop
CO2 Australia
Conservation Volunteers Australia
Department of Primary Industries - Knowledge, Information and Technology
Department of Primary Industries - Infrastructure and Facilities Management
Telstra - Broadband and Managed Services
EPA Victoria
ES Link Services
GHD
Insight Systems International
NU Energy
Parenting Research Centre
Pitt and Sherry
Rimfire Resources
Siddons Solar Stream
Southern Mental Health Association
St Lukes Anglican Church, South Melbourne
The Forgotten Ways
Vic Roads - Think Tram
World Vision Australia
Lewis Holdway
Market Gap Investments

Past clients include:

Australia Post
Austrade
AW Bell
Banyule City Council
Conservation Volunteers Australia
Department of Employment and Workplace Relations
Leading Edge Education
Spirit of Tasmania/TT Line
Spotless
The Portland House Group
Walter Turnbull
World Vision International

Testimonials:

“Col, Rachel and Shannon, the innovative approach you brought to our review has been fantastic. You’ve worked hard to understand our operation, our alignment with the wider organisation, our staff and our customers. With sensitivity you’ve distilled a clear picture of how the Customer Service Group can improve moving ahead. Your wisdom experience and passion has been inspirational and addictive.”

Andrew Johnston, Head of Customer Service, World Vision Australia

“Ergo facilitated a highly successful business planning and team building workshop for 50 of my staff recently. I was very impressed by the level of commitment and focus that Col and Shannon were able to bring to the 2 days; all outcomes were achieved and more importantly, feedback from the participants has been great. A major success factor was the pre-workshop planning and interface with Col and Shannon, who took the time to meet with branch senior leaders to ensure that the purpose and outcomes of the workshop were clearly understood and also their key roles in making the days a success. Team building activities were innovative, fun and relevant and Col’s facilitating style is very engaging and inclusive. I would highly recommend (and already have) Ergo to any organisation looking for professional partnering in planning and facilitating workshops or team building activities.”

Gayle Porthouse Director, Infrastructure & Facilities Management,
Department of Primary Industries

“Ergo have been played a major part in developing our on-line products which have resulted in an increase in customer satisfaction, product functionality and customer usability. The teams open, pragmatic and forward thinking communication
style has ensured that projects are delivered on time and
to specification.”

Nigel Crawley Director, Rimfire Resources Pty Ltd

Open Space technology, as conducted by Ergo Consulting, proved a clear and productive way of articulating problems and finding their appropriate solutions. I found it to be a great way to manage a highly dynamic group with a range of different agendas and opinions on particular issues.

Alana Smith National Director, Vgen, WorldVision Australia

“Working with Ergo Consulting on our People and IT systems review was an exceptionally positive experience. Derek, Joanna and Andy were great to work with.They successfully managed to understand and interpret our complex work environment and the challenges we faced, which was then supported by sound advice that will help us create a new framework for our organization to grow in the future.Your professionalism and holistic approach to working with clients was greatly appreciated.”

Peter Sacco, Corporate & Government Affairs Manager,
Conservation Volunteers

“The training that Ergo delivered has been an incredible experience for all of us, and has expanded our comfort zone. Ergo have taken the company to a different level as far as training and staff development is concerned.”

Miranda Foster, Reservations & Systems Manager
TT Line/Spirit of Tasmania

“Ergo have been a catalyst for profound change within our group.Their partnership has provided insightful direction on a journey to cultivate a mind-set and culture that is focussed on delivering meaningful outcomes. Ergo has engaged the conversations that matter most to our group and our direction.”

Andrew Martin, Operations Manager, World Vision Australia

“I love the folk at Ergo. They are responsive, always have time for people, and live out their values. And, to top it off, they are effective in what they do. They get my thumbs up.”

Alan Hirsch, International Director, Forge Leadership Training Network

“Apart from their strong training and facilitation skills, what impressed me about the Ergo team was their ability to think on their feet and deal with client issues as they arose. Col and his staff were an integral part of a highly successful project and I would have no hesitation in recommending them for any work in the corporate advising field. Ergo comes across as one of those rare organisations where the staff seem genuinely committed to both their clients and each other - they were an absolute pleasure to work with.”

Adam Libbis, Executive Director, WalterTurnbull

“Col’s experience and knowledge in strategic planning, particularly within the not for profit environment was obvious. He understood the needs of our staff and Board as well as the needs of our customers and the feedback on the strategic planning process from those involved was very positive. I was personally impressed by his communication skills, his ability to apply his knowledge in a suitable and practical manner and by his methods in encouraging and supporting input from all parties present that evening.”

Ann Burgess, CEO, ReachOut Southern Mental Health

“I would like to share my sincere appreciation for the wonderful team at Ergo. The team are fabulous positive people who communicate and mentor with integrity. Ergo has been involved with TT-Line Company for approximately 4 years, during this time they have assisted us with developing strategically by facilitating personal development programs for our staff to help them engage and provide the highest quality service to our customers. They have provided quality coaching and support to both me and my team on our journey for greater success in leadership. I have grown both professionally and individually from the guidance, inspiration and motivation given to me during this time.”

Ruth Bannon, Telephone Sales Supervisor, TT Line/Spirit of Tasmania

“Col has a passion for ideas and creativity and the genius of his work is to design strategies that liberate others. His approach to organisational change and management is to democratise and energise the process in which people engage with their work environment. He has an uncommon ability to engage in complex discussions around strategy and vision using language that de-mystifies the process for others. He is an enthusiastic promoter of change and is able to help others to conceptualise and articulate their dreams. I know few people have a similar ability to co-ordinate discussions in a manner that so effectively engages all participants.”

Trevor Thomas, General Manager, Ethinvest Pty. Ltd.

“Col Duthie leads Ergo with a productive mix of integrity and creativity. His work in managing through change is especially contributory. Over the years I have known Col we have studied and argued and envisioned together. His integrity and creativity shine through all that he does. I have learned much from him… and he is a person who leads with both heart and mind.”