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Our team members
We have an experienced and cohesive team with expert knowledge across a wide range of HR functions.
Linda Griffiths-Brown
Managing Director
Linda has worked for over 30 years in business and consulting, including in executive and senior management roles. She has worked here and overseas in numerous industries including mining, energy and government. Her experience in areas such as production, strategic planning, finance, OHS/WHS and lecturing in Human Resources Management at La Trobe University provides her with a unique blend of business and HR capability.
Linda has led comprehensive organisational restructures and implemented programs to improve the effectiveness of businesses with clear alignment between individuals’ contributions and organisational outcomes. She works with various local boards and executive teams in the region. She is a Certified Professional Member of the Australian Human Resources Institute.
Ashly Hoodless
Senior HR Business Partner
Ashly is one of our most experienced HR Business Partners with over 20 years of experience in manufacturing and hospitality, both local and overseas, ranging from large multinational companies to small family-owned operations. Throughout his career, Ashly regularly led teams with over 30 employees while continually growing the business and aligning business strategies with employee capabilities.
Ashly has qualifications in Applied Management and Human Resources and a strong leadership and people management background. Ashly combines his experience with his qualifications to develop great workplace cultures while delivering practical support.
Lucie Wallis
HR Business Partner
Lucie holds a Bachelor of Health Science and is currently expanding her knowledge through postgraduate studies in commerce. With a career spanning health services, community sectors, and state government, Lucie has made a significant impact in systems and policy development, stakeholder engagement, and organisational growth.
She has a wealth of experience in driving Unconscious Bias, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives, particularly in the health and not-for-profit sectors.
Passionate about both strategic planning and fostering team and individual development, Lucie brings expertise in organisational culture change, training and development and stakeholder engagement to every role she takes on.
Kim Murrells
HR Business Partner
In a business landscape of ‘information overload’, Kim’s pragmatic approach simplifies ever-changing HR trends and legislation to obtain meaningful and maximum benefits for her clients.
Kim is well known for her ability to understand the ‘real’ issues within businesses and to provide solutions for sustained business growth.
Kim has over 25 years of experience in human resources and 20 years of business consulting experience, and she holds post-graduate Business and Human Resource qualifications.
She has vast and varied experience in senior consulting roles across varying disciplines and HR management positions within retail, manufacturing and professional service sectors.
David Griffiths-Brown
Business Services Manager
As our Business Services Manager, David Griffiths-Brown plays a central role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of Total HRM. With a sharp eye for detail and a solutions-focused mindset, David oversees our day-to-day administrative and financial functions, ensuring everything runs seamlessly behind the scenes. From managing accounts and refining internal systems to supporting the team with IT troubleshooting and process improvement, David is the quiet force that keeps our business engine running.
David is also a key point of contact for clients, suppliers, and partners—ensuring communications are clear, timely, and aligned with our commitment to exceptional service. Known for his calm, can-do approach, David helps keep the team focused, organised, and always ready to deliver for our clients. His diverse skillset and dedication make him an invaluable part of the Total HRM team.
Amelie Griffiths-Brown
Marketing Lead
Amelie is our Marketing Lead and is currently studying for a B.A. in Business and Visual Arts. She brings her visual arts skills and eye for colour and detail to our graphics and design for the business.
Amelie uses her skills as a digital native in our marketing team and works across our social media channels. Amelie provides administrative support and assist the recruitment team in finding great candidates.
Kate Green
Marketing & Communications Manager
Kate brings a diverse background in marketing, communications and human resources across industries including tourism and economic development in a local government context, professional services, logistics and thoroughbred horse racing. With qualifications in commerce, human resources and company directorship, Kate combines strategic insight with hands-on operational experience. Her career has been defined by her ability to build engagement, drive clear messaging, and navigate complex organisational environments.
Most recently, Kate focused on HR and safety in a family-run logistics business, championing initiatives to improve culture, compliance and engagement. She brings a practical, people-focused approach and a strong ability to align strategy with day-to-day operations.