Kelly Salmon is the driving force behind Growth HR, bringing years of hands-on experience in HR& Recruitment across various industries. As Managing Director, Kelly’s vision is clear: to empower business owners by providing them with the freedom and flexibility to focus on what they do best—growing their businesses. Kelly’s journey began with a desire to make a meaningful impact, helping businesses navigate the complexities of HR while fostering a positive workplace culture.
Having worked internally as an HR manager, including roles in legal and one of Australia’s fastest-growing real estate brands, Kelly understands the unique challenges that SMEs face. This diverse background, coupled with formal qualifications in HR, leadership, and business management, gives Kelly a well-rounded perspective that sets her apart in the industry.
Kelly’s approach is personal, agile, and solutions-focused, always aiming to add real value to her clients’ businesses. Her dedication to building trust and rapport is evident in the glowing testimonials from clients who appreciate her clarity, transparency, and unwavering commitment to their success. With a passion for helping others and a deep understanding of the HR landscape, Kelly is more than a consultant—she’s a true partner in your business journey.
Prue Ashton
Recruitment Consultant
Prue has a real passion for working with people, so recruitment is a natural fit for her. Having a real estate background has consolidated her enjoyment in helping people find their happy place at work. She has a long connection with small to medium business and understands the importance of finding the right people.
Prue is a local to “the shire”, born and bred and has solid connections with a broad range of people in business. She is also a wife, a mum of two young people and enjoys boating, skiing, and eating good food in her down times.
Prue Ashton
Recruitment Consultant
Prue has a real passion for working with people, so recruitment is a natural fit for her. Having a real estate background has consolidated her enjoyment in helping people find their happy place at work. She has a long connection with small to medium business and understands the importance of finding the right people.
Prue is a local to “the shire”, born and bred and has solid connections with a broad range of people in business. She is also a wife, a mum of two young people and enjoys boating, skiing, and eating good food in her down times.
Annette Tasker
HR Consultant
Annette is an inspirational women’s leader, drawing on an eclectic mix of experience from practice and life. Having previously worked in a diverse range of roles throughout her career, including running a successful family manufacturing business all while raising a family, Annette was able to upskill and transfer some of her experience into growing a thriving accounting business.
She knows firsthand the importance of building businesses that are sustainable whilst juggling work/life pressures. She has decided now is the time to use those experiences to help others to grow their business and their team by providing the benefits of having been there, done that in a diverse range of businesses.
In her spare time, Annette is no stranger to an early morning ocean swim, loves to take on triathlons and has been known to commit to a committee or two, including Board positions of local not-for-profits and business groups. She is also Patrol Captain at Cronulla Surf Lifesaving Club.
Emily Imbree
HR Consultant
Emily is a HR consultant with over 4 years of experience in the field. Emily began her career as a primary school teacher, during which time she discovered her passion for problem-solving and helping people navigate challenges. Equipped with a Bachelor of Teaching, Emily transitioned to human resources, where she found her true calling. Her educational background laid a solid foundation for understanding people and fostering positive environments. Emily has completed a postgraduate Diploma in HR.
Emily has a strong understanding of the intricacies of HR in a corporate setting and a genuine interest in people’s well-being. Her approach to HR goes beyond policies and procedures; she strives to create workplaces that nurture both individual and collective growth. Outside the office, Emily is a mother to three young children with all the activities and skills this involves. Emily is also a fluent Japanese speaker.
As a member of the Growth HR team, Emily brings not only her expertise but her enthusiasm for fostering growth and harmony within businesses. Her journey from the classroom to the boardroom reflects her commitment to lifelong learning and making a positive impact on the lives of those she encounters.