Careers, organisations and leadership needs evolve. For more than two decades, Kylie Hammond has worked alongside senior executives, CEOs, board directors and organisations through critical appointments, career transitions, board moves and leadership decisions. Many clients return at different stages of their careers or engage Kylie across multiple assignments. These are a selection of their experiences.
Many clients first engage Kylie at a specific inflection point: an executive career move, CEO appointment, board transition, redundancy, interview, personal-branding project or a critical executive search. But the relationship often continues well beyond that initial engagement.
Kylie works with many executives across multiple stages of their careers, from senior leadership appointments and career transitions through to CEO roles, board appointments, portfolio careers and advisory opportunities. Organisational clients also return for subsequent searches, board appointments, onboarding, outplacement and senior-level talent advisory.
The objective is not simply to solve today’s career or talent requirement. It is to become a trusted adviser as careers, organisations and leadership needs evolve.
Featured Client Outcomes
Three recent voices that illustrate Board Portfolio® positioning, career transformation and a classic CEO → NED outcome.
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Board Portfolio® BlueprintMay 2026
I engaged Kylie Hammond’s Blueprint Board Portfolio service to strengthen my positioning for board roles, and the impact has been significant.
Kylie brought a clear, structured approach to translating my experience into a compelling board narrative. Her report was insightful and practical, and the work on my personal brand helped me clearly articulate my value to boards. The updates to my LinkedIn profile repositioned me effectively for governance opportunities, and my personal website now provides a polished, consistent platform to showcase my experience. Kylie combines strong expertise with a practical understanding of what boards are looking for. I highly recommend her to anyone looking to strengthen their board portfolio and professional brand.
Alayne Baker FCPHR
Leading HRIS & AI initiatives to foster organisational culture and development · via LinkedIn
Executive MentoringMay 2026
When we first met, I was working in a very challenging environment… Even better, her ‘diagnosis’ was correct and I found that I thrived in that environment.
Kylie is an incredible coach and mentor and I cannot speak highly enough of my experience working with her. During that initial conversation, Kylie assessed the situation and gave clear and unequivocal advice. During the months that followed, she brought a laser-like focus to my career goals and gave proactive and candid support as I implemented a range of strategies and prepared to make the changes we discussed. During this period of transition, I had absolute confidence that Kylie was in my court. She challenged my ideas, expanded my thinking and introduced me to a new part of the business world that I had not experienced before. I will be forever grateful for her support and expertise. Highly recommended!
Meighan Heard MBA GAICD
Chief Operating Officer | Non-Executive & Executive Director | Advisory Board Member · via LinkedIn
Board Portfolio®CEO → NED
Her expertise and guidance have been instrumental in my transition from a CEO to a Non-Executive Director… invaluable in securing two Non-Executive Director roles.
I had the privilege of working closely with Kylie over the past 12 months, and I can confidently say that her expertise and guidance have been instrumental in my transition from a CEO to a Non-Executive Director. Kylie’s deep knowledge of the NED landscape, strategic insight, and unparalleled support were invaluable in securing two Non-Executive Director roles. Kylie’s personalised approach to coaching and her ability to understand the unique challenges of my career shift were truly remarkable. She provided tailored guidance, helped me refine my strategic thinking, and enhanced my board-level skills. I wholeheartedly recommend Kylie’s services to anyone seeking to excel in the world of Non-Executive Directorship.
Tony Chamberlain
Independent Chair | Non-Executive Director | GAICD · via LinkedIn
What Executives Say
Boardroom Mentoring
Working with Kylie over the last 12 months as part of the Boardroom Mentoring Program has been a great personal and professional experience that has delivered results with additional board appointments. Kylie’s personal coaching, mentoring and strategic approach challenged me to really think about my unique value proposition and clear messaging… I cannot thank Kylie enough for her advice and support, which not only resulted in additional board roles but also at a personal level, being very clear as to what is important to me and where I add value. I highly recommend Kylie and her Boardroom Mentoring Program.
Marielle Latour Chair | Non-Executive Director | GAICD · via LinkedIn
Executive Coaching
I can’t thank Kylie enough. Over the past 12 months, I found Kylie Hammond’s Executive Coaching program truly exceptional. Her program goes beyond conventional coaching, offering one-on-one mentoring, strategic networking, and invaluable connections to corporate headhunters, all tailored to propel my executive career forward. What truly distinguishes Kylie is not only her professional expertise but also her unwavering dedication and honesty… This enabled me to effectively identify and successfully engage with corporate & business opportunities that align with my strengths and ambitions.
Chris Travis Global Product & Innovation Leader · via LinkedIn
Career Transition
I can highly recommend Kylie. She is as a true professional, mentor and someone who has a genuine passion to support others succeed in their executive careers. I’ve had the pleasure working with Kylie as part of the career transition program which included one-on-one coaching and access to helpful resources which assisted me stepping forward in my career. She provides honest feedback on focus areas and helped me get clear on my value proposition and tap into my strengths. I look forward to continuing working with Kylie as I expand my career into the boardroom.
Sonia Tecli Strategic HR Leader · via LinkedIn
What Clients Value About Working With Kylie
Candid Advice
Honest, individualised feedback that clarifies strengths, gaps and next moves.
Strategic Positioning
Clear value propositions that land with boards, CEOs and search firms.
Executive Market Knowledge
Current insight across industries, roles and the NED landscape.
Practical Action
Interview readiness, introductions and tangible next steps — not theory alone.
Access & Connections
Networks into headhunters, boards and organisational decision-makers.
Long-Term Partnership
Support that continues across career stages, searches and board moves.
Next Step
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Evidence from the organisational side — board search, advisory boards and capability builds — alongside executive career mentoring.
Board Search
On behalf of Lungitude Foundation I’m immensely grateful for Kylie’s pivotal role in identifying the next stage of development for the Lungitude Foundation Board. Kylie’s in-depth understanding of our vision and dedication to finding a person who not only can advise the foundation with their Corporate Development but can take action as well was invaluable. The strategic approach and clear communication made the search efficient and successful, leading us to an Advisor who will help drive us forward. I wholeheartedly recommend Kylie for anyone seeking to enhance their Board and or leadership team.
Gordon Jenkins CEO & Co-Founder · Lungitude Foundation Board search · via LinkedIn
Advisory Board
I highly recommend Kylie for her exceptional expertise in establishing our organisation’s advisory board. Kylie’s strategic approach was instrumental in assembling a diverse and complementary group of high impact advisors, contributing significantly to our overall success. Kylie demonstrated excellent communication skills and a keen understanding of our needs, making the entire process seamless and impactful. Kylie is a true professional who I would gladly collaborate with again.
Greta Menzies Founder & CEO, My Databoss | Board Director + Chair · via LinkedIn
Further Recommendations
Additional client voices spanning board skills, career transition and executive positioning.
Board Skills
Kylie has a deep understanding of, and experience in identifying executive skills to meet all levels of Board requirements. Additionally, Kylie has the right connections to facilitate successful partnerships across all leadership levels.
Maria Burwood Fractional Senior Executive | Non-Executive Director | Chair · via LinkedIn
Career Transition
I have had the pleasure of working with Kylie as part of her career transition program. I have found her to be insightful and very pragmatic in her approach. She challenged my way of thinking and assisted in helping crystallise my value proposition. Kylie has a strong grasp of what’s happening across many industries and is able to quickly identify those skills and attributes that are most relevant to each career opportunity. I would highly recommend her career transition program for anyone who needs to polish up their interview skills, get really focused on their value proposition and be very clear about the next stage of their career.
Patrick Viney Retail Strategy | Supply Chain | Business Transformation · via LinkedIn
Long-Term & Repeat Client Relationships
Many relationships span months or years and multiple career chapters — not a single engagement.
Repeat Engagement
“I am extremely grateful to Kylie for helping me on two separate occasions, and I know I will be engaging with Kylie again in the future.”
Kym Bancroft — Director at New View Safety | Executive HSE Leader
Transition Support
“During this period of transition, I had absolute confidence that Kylie was in my court… I will be forever grateful for her support and expertise.”
Meighan Heard MBA GAICD — ongoing mentoring through change
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