Testimonials

“I engaged Dev’s support with strategy planning & design across all my teams, and to help elevate the leadership capabilities of myself and my teams.

Dev worked with me on a wide variety of projects and his contributions to workflow improvements and designing innovative solutions to problems were invaluable.

Dev has such a unique skill set; I would put money on there being no one in the world with the same capabilities.

He brings to the table an ability to strategize, teach, coach and facilitate in such a fashion that you will walk away wondering what happened to you!

His calm approach yet stern facilitation in keeping you on track, without you even realising, makes you wish you had engaged with Dev sooner. Plus, you were ENGAGED the whole session!

Dev also has a powerful ability to ask you the hardest questions to really bring out the best of you at the same time. The benefits I gained from individual sessions with Dev have been long lasting and personally profound.

His patience and perseverance in working with me individually, and with my larger teams to get them focused on the same goal was refreshing and well received by everyone.

If you are thinking of engaging with Dev, just do it, you won’t be disappointed.”

– Kylie Neary, CFO

I have had the pleasure of working with Dev over the last year, since I started a new role, managing a high-profile government program. His skills and support have been extremely valuable to me in this time, both personally and professionally.

Dev has been instrumental in establishing agile ways of working and collaborative team culture for the program, which enable us to adapt to changing requirements and remain resilient under pressure.

As a coach, he has been a constant source of wisdom, reassurance, and inspiration. I really appreciate his thoughtfulness, his ability to listen, and the techniques he uses to help me envisage the life and career I want and work towards making it a reality.

– Helen Oakman, Senior Program Manager

“Working with Dev was so rewarding for me and my teams. His passion and genuine commitment to help us understand and overcome our service delivery challenges meant staff really owned the solutions.

Dev co-designed contemporary and strategic solutions to improve our foster carer acquisition and uplift quality of customer service in our disability programs. Senior managers feel empowered and energised after working with Dev. Teams feel more engaged and satisfied in their roles.

I can’t recommend Dev as a strategy consultant highly enough.”

– Elizabeth Knight, Senior Executive

“Despite Dev and I working closely together over the last 3 years, this is one of the hardest recommendations I have ever decided to write; where do I start, and what do I cover for someone with such a unique combination of talents.

Dev has both the depth of knowledge and experience to make him an accomplished agilest and leadership coach.

But it’s his ability to form genuine connections with people, to apply his capabilities both strategically and creatively that mark him out as one of the most valuable team members I have had the pleasure to work with.”

– James Bibby, Senior Team Leader

I’ve been incredibly fortunate to work closely with Dev over the last three years. It’s difficult to overstate the value that he has brought to our team. He has been a driving force for positive change in numerous ways, including leading our transition to an Agile way of working, helping us to apply principles from Human-Centred Design, improving our careers through coaching, and generally bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience to the team.

Dev has the unique ability to ask powerful questions that cut through subconscious assumptions and reveal the best path forward. His focus on outcomes has greatly improved both the quality of our work and the satisfaction that we get from undertaking it.

As a coach, Dev’s ability to unearth hidden insights has proven hugely valuable for me as I progress in my career.

Dev is patient, wise and practical, and has been an incredible asset to our team. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed my time working with Dev and would highly recommend him to anyone.

- Dean Johnson, Senior Research Economist

I consider myself fortunate to have collaborated with Dev during my tenure at the Department of Planning and Environment, Center of Advanced Environmental Economics, from December 2021 to February 2023, while working with the NSW Government.

Dev was a valuable member of our team at the Center, serving as a design and agile coach. His contributions were significant and greatly appreciated. With his unwavering commitment and diligent efforts, Dev played a crucial role in driving positive change. He provided exceptional coaching and mentorship to our team and partners, equipping us with essential skills for success in the challenging fields of consulting and innovation. Dev's emphasis on strategic project design, product management, and agile delivery was instrumental in achieving excellent results.

I consider myself fortunate to have had the opportunity to work with Dev. His patience, wisdom, and practicality have proved invaluable to our team. I highly recommend him to others who may need his expertise. Additionally, Dev's delightful sense of humour has made working with him enjoyable. I wholeheartedly endorse him as an outstanding colleague.

- Habtamu Tilahun Kassahun, Principal Policy Economist

I have had the privilege of collaborating with Dev at the NSW Department of Planning and Environment, and it has been a truly enriching experience. In his role as Design & Agile Coach, Dev has consistently stood out as an exceptional professional and persona.

His collaborative spirit, strong sense of ownership, and innate leadership abilities have been instrumental in driving the Centre's transformation, including the design and implementation of innovative work methodologies.

I can personally attest to his remarkable ability to inspire me, mentor me, and guide me in my long journey to becoming an outstanding leader. What sets Dev apart is his unwavering commitment to understanding and empowering others.

Dev's expertise in product management and agile delivery has played a pivotal role in the successful development of key projects under my management. He consistently approaches challenges with a pragmatic mindset, steering clear of unnecessary complexities and ensuring that our projects remain on track.

Beyond our professional collaboration, Dev has also become a valued friend, and I look forward to continuing our work together. His unwavering dedication and expertise make him an invaluable asset to any project or team fortunate enough to have him on board.

- Rogelio Canizales-Perez, Principal Economist

“I’ve worked with Dev directly and indirectly in the public sector and have been a beneficiary of his insights, leadership, and innovative thinking, and I’ve watched his wisdom seep into the fabric of the broader workplace and transform the culture.

Dev is the ultimate extractor of knowledge; he has an unparalleled ability to pull the best out of people and reflect insights in a way that opens new pathways of thinking.

Engaging one-on-one with Dev almost feels like entering a sensory deprivation environment where his complete and focused attention drowns everything else out.

He’s a skilled listener and synthesiser of information, he is thoughtful, and empathetic, asks powerful questions and is highly aspirational.

I feel the most in touch with my humanity after connecting with Dev and I’ve watched him skilfully transform teams into more purposeful, productive, and actualised environments.”

– Kate Cussen, Communications & Engagement Officer

“Dev was helping me with developing user acquisition strategy for my marketplace. What surprised me the most we started first from setting straight organisation structure, roles in company and polishing user value proposition of our start-up. It was amazing to see things that were in my blind spot.

Dev is also very strategic person, so I could talk with him specifically about my business and problems I meet on daily basis.

I liked the fact Dev drew framework for our cooperation, step-by-step work plan. It really helped me understand where we are and where we’re heading.

During our cooperation Dev showed me also few tricks regarding project management which really made my everyday life easier! I always used to be very sceptical about coaching. It had all the negative associations in my mind.

However Dev through his work with me proved me it can look differently. Thanks to our work together I improved my employees process efficiency by 38%, which resulted in ~38% salary savings for company basically.

I would highly recommend Dev to these who strive to be the best and are eager to discover what they can improve regarding business processes and strategic planning.”

– Pawel Kaczynski, Founder of multiple start-ups

“Dev is a strategic powerhouse, an effective coach that enables results and installs the confidence in others to forge ahead in unexplored territories.

I really enjoyed working with Dev and would highly recommend him!”

– Jonathan Marin, Senior Executive

“I have had the pleasure of working with Dev, and I can confidently say that he possesses a profound understanding of how to inspire excellence in individuals and teams alike. Dev played a pivotal role in guiding my team towards the successful adoption of agile methodologies.

His expertise in agile delivery frameworks and human-centred design principles has been instrumental in fostering a culture of positive transformation within our team and improving our collaborative efforts.

What sets Dev apart is his ability to pose incisive questions that stimulate meaningful discussions, both within and across teams. He is uniquely skilful in unpacking complex issues and mediating conversations when perspectives diverge.

Dev’s approach is characterised by reflection, precision, and a commitment to fostering a safe, authentic and productive space for discussions. His presence has been a welcoming force in our workplace, creating an environment where growth and collaboration naturally flourish.

In addition to his contributions at a team level, Dev has been an invaluable support in my journey as my Leadership Development Coach. He has been instrumental in helping me identify and leverage my strengths while addressing areas for improvement.

Dev has helped me extract thoughtful insights and actionable strategies that have allowed me to bring my best self to the workplace.”

– Carmila Chand, Project Officer

Dev's influence in our organisation has impacted us positively, not only in the way we work but also in how we feel about the ways in which we work together. Personally, he has been a source of inspiration that has helped me to be more open, curious, and responsible. Through this experience, he has empowered me and others in our team to share the leadership in organizing, designing, and planning our projects and lives.

Dev's collaborative approach has fostered a sense of unity and camaraderie within our team. He consistently encourages, following agile principles, open communication and constructive feedback, making each team member feel valued and heard. As a result, our collective creativity and problem-solving abilities have flourished, leading to innovative solutions and successful project outcomes.

Dev's genuine interest in our personal growth has been truly remarkable. He goes out of his way to offer guidance and mentorship, supporting us in both our career aspirations and personal development goals. He has done this through a Leadership Development Coaching Program, where he has helped me and many others become more authentic, empathetic leaders, prioritizing our team's well-being and creating a positive work environment. His dedication to our growth has had a profound impact on both our professional and personal lives, making us grateful for his guidance and mentorship.

Overall, Dev's presence in our branch has had a transformative effect on both our professional and personal lives. He has instilled in us a sense of purpose and a passion for what we do, making each day at work an exciting journey of growth and fulfilment. We are incredibly grateful to have him as a mentor, colleague, and friend.

- Maximiliano Micheli, Senior Economist & Data Analyst

Dev worked with our group for over 12 months, and we benefited enormously from his calm emotional intelligence, and humanity in leading us into new ways of approaching our work and delivering on our program outcomes.

Dev also helped to shape the culture of our group, encouraging our self-confidence and collaboration between ourselves and our clients.

I would highly recommend Dev to other groups interested in transforming their way of interacting with their clients by adopting human-centred design and Agile principles.

- Nicholas Conner, Senior Principal Economist

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