Our Story

Born from wanting to change experiences in corporate, private, and not-for-profit sectors, Changing Gears Consulting is driven by Mele, a seasoned Senior People Leader with 20+ years of expertise in strategic project management, government and stakeholder management, facilitation, and change leadership.

Rooted in a deep understanding of the personal and professional journeys we must undertake, Mele founded CGC to defy norms, foster self-reflection, and dismantle hindering systems. With a streamlined approach that challenges the need for traditional oversight, Mele has built and empowered a team that understands clients’ needs and paves the way for sustainable success.

Specialties: Strategic Planning and Organization Design; Government and Stakeholder Relations; Leadership Development; Process Improvement and Systems Alignment; and Union Impact.

Heidi has 16+ years of experience in complex organizational environments, serving public and private sectors across provinces. Heidi’s strategic approach delivers exceptional people services, fosters engagement, and optimizes operations. Heidi joined CGC with a firm dedication to fostering the organization’s growth, driven by her shared values and vision. She relishes the opportunity to learn and develop while supporting clients through their struggles, creating remarkable and sustainable outcomes. Despite the virtual nature of the work, Heidi cherishes the strong sense of teamwork and support among the consultants at CGC, a rarity in distributed organizations. Heidi is a trusted partner in achieving organizational success.

Specialties: Human Resources; Operations Management; Talent Acquisition; Change Management; Training and Development; Workforce Planning; Process Improvement; Business Analysis; Indigenous Community Engagement; and System Implementation.

Carrie is an experienced Indigenous HR professional driven to succeed in the fast-paced world of people management. With a professional coaching approach and a natural ability to build relationships, she challenges the status quo and embraces change to help businesses achieve their vision. Carrie’s strong ties with local Indigenous communities have led to improved health and employment outcomes. Through cultural safety training, HR support, and talent workshops, she empowers staff to understand and meet the diverse needs of communities. With Carrie, Changing Gears Consulting offers a dynamic leader who embeds cultural safety in HR practices, fostering inclusivity, understanding, and respect to drive positive change.

Specialties: Human Resources; Policy Development & Implementation; Health & Wellbeing; Diversity, Equity & Inclusion; Recruitment; Coaching; Indigenous Engagement; and Partner and Influencer Engagement.

Isha is an innovative and seasoned coach and talent development consultant. With over 13 years of expertise across IT, e-commerce, healthcare, and customer service. With a forward-thinking approach, she harnesses the power of cultural practices, HR partnerships, leadership support, coaching, technology systems, developmental support, and data-led client-centered solutions to drive transformative outcomes. Isha’s unwavering dedication to cultural safety and trauma-informed practices sets her apart. She constantly keeps abreast of the latest research and emerging trends, infusing her solutions with cutting-edge ideas and strategies. With her innovative mindset and expertise, she paves the way for groundbreaking approaches that revolutionize the way businesses thrive.

Specialties: Coaching and Consulting; Talent Development; Executive Transitions; Organizational Development; Leadership Development Design; Change Management; Succession Management; 360 Feedback System; and Learning and Feedback Culture.