HR Connect Leadership Series Colin Pritchard on leading with authenticity, commerciality and empathy

In this episode of the Mentor List Podcast – HR Connect Leadership Series , host Simone Turner sits down with Colin Pritchard , a senior executive with a rare blend of deep HR expertise and commercial leadership experience across Australian and global organisations. With more than 25 years in HR and 15 years in commercial and strategic roles, Colin has led across IT&T and resources industries in Australia, the UK and South East Asia. His career spans workforce capability planning, learning and development, performance and reward, HR operations, acquisitions, strategic planning and finance—giving him a uniquely holistic perspective on leadership and organisational impact. Now the Founder of LaCe Professional Consulting , Colin works with leaders and SMEs through executive coaching and HR strategy consulting, helping them build resilient, high-performing teams and sustainable cultures. In this conversation, Colin shares his belief that leadership is a privilege, one grounded in empathy, authenticity and commercial impact. He explores the importance of understanding the individual, leveraging diversity, fostering continuous learning, and creating healthy cultures that drive innovation and long-term business growth. A thoughtful and practical discussion for HR professionals and leaders navigating transformation, culture and the evolving expectations of modern leadership. Show Notes: Discover more about our HR Connect memberships: Learn more about LaCe Professional Consulting:

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This episode was published on Jan 9, 2026.

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