About US

Relatus was founded with a single mission: to build next generation human capability to help you capitalise on the human advantage.

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In latin, Relatus means to restore, repay and return. We work with individuals to help better their interpersonal and intrapersonal skills. We refine and develop soft, social and emotional skills and work with you to create strategies that are implemented to align with career and business outcomes to ensure success.

We’ve always specialised in relationships, starting with business networking skills through to managing complex networks of stakeholders.

We've evolved since our founding in 2005, with our focus on giving you the human advantage for the future. We believe our capability development programs coupled with our advisory services, will improve your teams confidence, communication and credibility.

Meet The Team

Our team consists of a small core group, plus we engage specialists in the development and delivery of our programs nationally and internationally where required.

Julia Palmer

CEO & FOUNDER

Full Biography

Julia grew up with travel agents as parents, so was lucky enough to explore the world from a young age and developed a keen interest in sociology (micro and macro), psychology, neurology and the science that bridges them.

Her expertise includes over 20 years of practice and research combined with Advanced Certifications in Neuro-linguistics, Emotional Intelligence (Genos & MSCEIT), Performance Consulting, Training and Assessment.

She has authored two books ‘Schmoozing the Globe’ and ‘BUZZ’ and appears regularly in TV, Radio and Print Media promoting the growing importance of networking relationships in business today.

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Esther Gergely

CLIENT SERVICES MANAGER

With 10 years’ experience as a practice manager for financial services business and business manager Esther brings a focus and clarity to the back office and getting things done.

Esther has managed financial services and accounting practices for 15 years and has also worked for major corporates in the financial services sector.

With a background in marketing communications she brings a unique flair to Relatus. Ultimately, she is here to ensure everyone has the opportunity to learn about strategic networking and relationship management has a positive and productive experience.

Esther's formal qualifications are in the Arts and Marketing Communications.

Meet Our Founding Board Of Advisors

Julia is fortunate to have many mentors in her life. As her grandfather said, life is easier when you help each-other! Since 2005, the founding advisors have continued to invest their expertise, insights and support to help drive the success of her business.

Our Values

Be Purposeful in building cooperative relationships for goal attainment
Be Committed to our clients professional advancement, personal and business growth
Be Supportive of individual learning outcomes
Be Innovative with the latest tools & techniques to achieve excellence
Be Passionate in subject matter and delivery

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Our Colours

Orange combines the energy of red and the happiness of yellow. Orange represents enthusiasm, fascination, happiness, creativity, determination, attraction, success, encouragement, and stimulation. Orange increases oxygen supply to the brain, produces an invigorating effect, and stimulates mental activity. In heraldry, orange is symbolic of strength and endurance.

Blue is the colour of the sky and sea. It is often associated with depth and stability. It symbolises trust, loyalty, wisdom, confidence, intelligence, faith, truth, and heaven. Blue is considered beneficial to the mind and body. It slows human metabolism and produces a calming effect. Blue is strongly associated with tranquility and calmness. In heraldry, blue is used to symbolise piety and sincerity.

Charities We Support

By working with World Vision we have contributed bee

hives to needy families and have a long standing financial commitment supporting global communities.

We have worked with many other charities to provide our services at our charity rate, which is at cost.

Please contact us to enquire about Not for Profit reductions for in-house development programs and mentoring/ coaching.

MR. ANTHONY HOWARD

Anthony Howard is CEO of The Confidere Group.

He is a confidant to senior leaders in large publicly traded companies across four continents and almost every sector of industry. As a mentor and coach he helps leaders navigate complex, demanding environments so they can perform and lead at their best.

He is a CEO, entrepreneur, thought leader, philosopher and author who has made a life out of questions.

MS AMANDA GUEST

Marketing & Brand Specialist

Driven by a customer focus, Amanda is a passionate marketing consultant to businesses, and a strong believer in marketing that adds value.

A successful track record of delivering results over 20 years in FMCG, consumer and commercial durable markets. Her experience covers building brands, developing strategy, managing revenue and implementation.

MR GREG PALMER

Greg Palmer is the Director, Leadership and Learning at Deloitte

He is the recipient of various HRIA awards, is a registered Psychologist and has a Masters in Organisational Psychology.

His other areas of expertise include Behavioural Assessment, Performance Management and Career Development, Sales Capability and Corporate Health and Wellbeing.

Greg’s passion lies in applying the principles of Positive Psychology and a Strengths Based Approach.