Hello, I’m Anne McDowell – an international L&D and HR transformation consultant, change specialist, and thought leader with over 35 years of cross-sector experience. I bring a Master of HRM specialising in leadership and organisational change to support 28 years of hands-on expertise in people-centred growth. I am accredited instructional designer of learning, vocational adult trainer/coach with expertise in leadership development, workforce transition, outplacement, recruitment, and competency-based adult learning and eLearning design using Articulate Rise. I lead Anne McDowell Consulting, a global L&D and HR consultancy supporting organisations and individuals through complex change, capability uplift, and cultural transformation. I’m known for delivering practical, human-centred solutions that build emotionally intelligent leaders, resilient teams, and systems that actually work in real-world environments. I’ve supported thousands of professionals to navigate career transition, redesign their careers, and position themselves for senior and executive opportunities, while partnering with organisations across professional services, education, and government to deliver large-scale change and leadership programs. I’m also a two-time international award-winning author and in-demand speaker, trusted to bring clarity, confidence, and momentum to conversations around change, resilience, and mindset. My work sits at the intersection of strategy, behaviour, and psychology, and I’m energised by helping leaders and teams cut through complexity, lead with confidence, and achieve sustainable results.

Anne McDowell

Hello, I’m Anne McDowell – an international L&D and HR transformation consultant, change specialist, and thought leader with over 35 years of cross-sector experience. I bring a Master of HRM specialising in leadership and organisational change to support 28 years of hands-on expertise in people-centred growth. I am accredited instructional designer of learning, vocational adult trainer/coach with expertise in leadership development, workforce transition, outplacement, recruitment, and competency-based adult learning and eLearning design using Articulate Rise. I lead Anne McDowell Consulting, a global L&D and HR consultancy supporting organisations and individuals through complex change, capability uplift, and cultural transformation. I’m known for delivering practical, human-centred solutions that build emotionally intelligent leaders, resilient teams, and systems that actually work in real-world environments. I’ve supported thousands of professionals to navigate career transition, redesign their careers, and position themselves for senior and executive opportunities, while partnering with organisations across professional services, education, and government to deliver large-scale change and leadership programs. I’m also a two-time international award-winning author and in-demand speaker, trusted to bring clarity, confidence, and momentum to conversations around change, resilience, and mindset. My work sits at the intersection of strategy, behaviour, and psychology, and I’m energised by helping leaders and teams cut through complexity, lead with confidence, and achieve sustainable results.

Available to hire

Hello, I’m Anne McDowell – an international L&D and HR transformation consultant, change specialist, and thought leader with over 35 years of cross-sector experience. I bring a Master of HRM specialising in leadership and organisational change to support 28 years of hands-on expertise in people-centred growth. I am accredited instructional designer of learning, vocational adult trainer/coach with expertise in leadership development, workforce transition, outplacement, recruitment, and competency-based adult learning and eLearning design using Articulate Rise.

I lead Anne McDowell Consulting, a global L&D and HR consultancy supporting organisations and individuals through complex change, capability uplift, and cultural transformation. I’m known for delivering practical, human-centred solutions that build emotionally intelligent leaders, resilient teams, and systems that actually work in real-world environments.

I’ve supported thousands of professionals to navigate career transition, redesign their careers, and position themselves for senior and executive opportunities, while partnering with organisations across professional services, education, and government to deliver large-scale change and leadership programs.

I’m also a two-time international award-winning author and in-demand speaker, trusted to bring clarity, confidence, and momentum to conversations around change, resilience, and mindset. My work sits at the intersection of strategy, behaviour, and psychology, and I’m energised by helping leaders and teams cut through complexity, lead with confidence, and achieve sustainable results.

See more

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Owner / Consultant at Anne McDowell Consulting
January 1, 2003 - Present
End-to-end professional HR services, transformational change facilitation, leadership coaching, career guidance, outplacement and resume development for clients across government, corporate and professional services sectors.
Senior Recruitment Manager at Engineers and Managers Australia
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2012
Led recruitment for engineers and managers, developed assessment centers, coached hiring teams, and oversaw sourcing, evaluation and onboarding processes.
Business Unit Manager (RTO Manager) at Applied Training Solutions - Newcastle
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2011
Directed RTO operations, program delivery, compliance and stakeholder engagement to support transformational learning initiatives.
RTO Manager at Mai-Wel
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2010
Managed training operations, curriculum delivery and compliance across the RTO, supporting workforce development.
Recruitment Officer (part-time - weekly) at Donaldson Coal (now Yancoal)
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2012
Supported recruitment for coal mining operations, including screening, interviewing and onboarding activities.
Manager, Marketing and Sales (Operations) at Austraining (NSW) Pty Ltd
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2003
Led marketing and sales operations, client engagement and program delivery for training services.
Public Relations Executive Co-ordinator at Austraining (NSW) Pty Ltd
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2000
Co-ordinated PR activities, events and communications for training service delivery.
Office Manager at Austraining (NSW) Pty Ltd
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 1999
Managed office operations, scheduling and support for the NSW training business.
Administrative Assistant at BHP Refractories
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 1997
Administrative support and coordination for factory operations.
Administrative Assistant/Stenographer/Public Relations at Public Health Unit, HAHS
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1996
Administrative support and PR coordination for public health programs.
Owner/Director at Anne McDowell Consulting
January 1, 2003 - Present
Lead end-to-end professional HR services from a one-stop HR shop, driving transformational change through positive, emotionally intelligent decision making. Responsibilities include: Leadership/Management Coaching, Entrepreneurial Coaching, Life Coaching, Change Management and Resiliency Training, Outplacement and Transition Services, Career Guidance, Resume and Selection Criteria Development, Interview Coaching, Recruitment and Behavioral Interviewing, Training Management, and Instructional Design.

Education

Master of Human Resource Management and Industrial Relations at University of Newcastle
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2000
Bachelor of Arts (History) at University of New England
January 11, 2030 - December 17, 2025
Diploma of Frontline Management at Diploma of Business (Frontline Management) / Diploma of Frontline Management
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2003
Higher School Certificate at Lambton High School
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1987

Qualifications

Certificate IV in Training and Education (TAE)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014
Diploma of Business (Frontline Management)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2003
Diploma of Training and Assessment Systems
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2003
Certificate in Small Business Enterprise
January 1, 1997 - December 17, 2025
Certificate in Public Relations
January 1, 1993 - December 17, 2025
Diploma in Secretarial Studies
January 1, 1990 - December 17, 2025
Master of Human Resource Management
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2000
Diploma of Frontline Management (Business)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2003
Higher School Certificate
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1987

Industry Experience

Education, Professional Services, Government, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment, Energy & Utilities, Non-Profit Organization, Agriculture & Mining