
Full Name
Shona Poulten
Job Title
Head of Leadership, Talent and Development
Company
TPG Telecom
Speaker Top 5 Strengths
Responsibility® | Learner® | Consistency® | Harmony® | Discipline®
Speaker Bio
Shona has dedicated most of her career to HR, spanning over 20 years so far. Started as a generalist HR practitioner to learn the ropes. After 4 years decided to specialise in L&D, which lead to into Management Development and then Leadership & Talent Development. Across her career, Shona has worked in multiple industries (Fashion, Retail, Banking & Telco) and geographies including UK, Canada, Australia.
5 years ago Shona became extremely interested in coaching and the impact this can have on individuals and teams. In 2021 Shona became a Gallup Certified Strengths Coach and is ICF accredited ACC coach. March this year, Shona stepped out of corporate life to move into executive coaching, focussing on individuals to transform and unlock their potential.
Shona is originally from Scotland and has lived in several countries including Ireland, Canada, UK, USA and now Australia. Shona relocated to Australia in 2010 and now considers this home.
Married to Michael for 13 years and they have 2 children – Jackson (11 yo) and Elly (9 yo) and the final part of family is their golden retriever – Penny (6 yo).
5 years ago Shona became extremely interested in coaching and the impact this can have on individuals and teams. In 2021 Shona became a Gallup Certified Strengths Coach and is ICF accredited ACC coach. March this year, Shona stepped out of corporate life to move into executive coaching, focussing on individuals to transform and unlock their potential.
Shona is originally from Scotland and has lived in several countries including Ireland, Canada, UK, USA and now Australia. Shona relocated to Australia in 2010 and now considers this home.
Married to Michael for 13 years and they have 2 children – Jackson (11 yo) and Elly (9 yo) and the final part of family is their golden retriever – Penny (6 yo).