Headquarters:
Toronto, ON
Year founded:
2020
Number of employees:
6
Phone:
416 988 0956
Email:
info@leedhr.com
Website:
leedhr.com
LinkedIn:
linkedin.com/company/leedhr
“We put our customers at the centre of our business, responding to brokers in a proactive and timely manner and working with the customer to understand their unique risk profile and tailor appropriate solutions”
Erica Kofie, QBE
Charles Fortier
Co-founder
Angela Payne
Co-founder
Olivia Macgregor
Partner
Leadership
The expression “leading from the front” is a great way to introduce Charles Fortier. With more than two decades of leadership experience in the human capital industry, he has witnessed firsthand how emotional intelligence can boost influence and drive results. The senior roles he held in both corporate and startup environments enabled him to apply and utilize, in real life, the EQ skills he teaches today.
As co-founder of LeedHR, Fortier’s responsibilities encompass the development and delivery of client programs, including a diverse range of offerings such as keynote speaking engagements, training and workshops, webinars, and one-on-one coaching.
Co-founder
Charles Fortier
Angela Payne, an experienced professional in the human capital sector, has dedicated her over 20-year career to her deep interest in people. Her remarkable ability to create strong and lasting connections is recognized – it is a superpower that has helped her build and expand successful teams and established her as a strategic mentor to many leaders.
Co-founder
Angela Payne
Olivia Macgregor is a specialist in corporate and commercial law, advising both domestic and international clients on business sales, acquisitions, mergers, restructures and complex family ownership matters. Her client base ranges from private companies to large corporates across sectors such as food and fibre, information technology, construction and infrastructure. Macgregor also possesses niche expertise in the not-for-profit sector, providing guidance on funding, partnerships and donor agreements. Renowned for her clear and straightforward legal advice, she is trusted for her practical approach. In addition to her legal work, Macgregor serves as the firm’s HR Partner, supporting internal growth and development.
Partner
Olivia Macgregor
“We put our customers at the centre of our business, responding to brokers in a proactive and timely manner and working with the customer to understand their unique risk profile and tailor appropriate solutions”
Erica Kofie, QBE
“We continue to see cyber as a key opportunity and will be further developing customer-centric solutions across various geographies and segments in line with our growth aspirations”
Erica Kofie, QBE
Leadership
“We continue to see cyber as a key opportunity and will be further developing customer-centric solutions across various geographies and segments in line with our growth aspirations”
Erica Kofie, QBE
“We put our customers at the centre of our business, responding to brokers in a proactive and timely manner and working with the customer to understand their unique risk profile and tailor appropriate solutions”
Erica Kofie, QBE
Leadership
Mary Young
Principal Lawyer – Accredited Family Law Specialist
Mary Young is known for her compassionate and practical approach, guiding clients through the emotional complexities of family law with empathy and clarity. She has extensive experience handling complex property settlements, high-conflict parenting disputes, spousal maintenance, child support and cases involving family violence. As a skilled advocate, Young represents clients in mediations and intervention order matters before the Magistrates’ Court of Victoria. Her goal is always to secure the best possible outcomes efficiently and cost-effectively, preferring to resolve matters outside of court when possible. Fluent in Greek, Young offers legal advice with a broad, inclusive perspective that resonates with diverse clients.
Principal Lawyer – Accredited Family Law Specialist
Mary Young
Stephen Burton
Managing Partner – Queensland
Stephen Burton is a highly regarded construction and infrastructure lawyer with nearly 20 years of experience. As managing partner and national head of the firm’s construction, infrastructure & projects team, he leads with integrity and is known for his approachable style, fostering a culture of open communication, trust and collaboration. Under Burton’s leadership, the construction team has contributed to the delivery of several of Queensland’s most-high profile developments, including Howard Smith Wharves, Queen’s Wharf and the Eagle Street Pier Waterfront Precinct.
Managing Partner – Queensland
Stephen Burton
Talent is invaluable, and attracting top talent comes at a significant cost for organizations year after year. But what happens when that talent encounters uninspiring leaders? Disengagement and unproductivity follow suit.
At LeedHR, we believe the difference between thriving teams and underperforming ones comes down to leadership rooted in emotional intelligence and strong human skills. As a Toronto-based leadership development firm, we specialize in helping organizations strengthen this foundation by assessing, training, and coaching leaders at all levels.
We’ve seen firsthand how developing leaders’ human skills, such as self-awareness and empathy, transforms workplaces. These skills enable leaders to connect authentically, navigate challenges with clarity, and inspire their teams to perform at their best. When leaders demonstrate emotional intelligence in action, organizations see gains in engagement and collaboration.
Our mission is clear: to equip leaders with the human skills they need to thrive in today’s complex business environment. Through psychometric assessments, interactive workshops, and personalized coaching, we provide practical tools leaders can apply immediately in their day-to-day. The result is a leadership culture that fuels high performance and prepares organizations to succeed in a constantly evolving business landscape.
“We continue to see cyber as a key opportunity and will be further developing customer-centric solutions across various geographies and segments in line with our growth aspirations”
Erica Kofie, QBE
Mitch Grant
Director, Operation Excellence
Kane Bradford
Head Professional Practice,
Innovation and Partnership
Constantine Osuchukwu
Reverend
Simon Williams
Chief Strategy & Distribution Officer, Arch Insurance International
and Active Underwriter, Syndicate 1955
Mitch Grant leads the operational excellence function, bringing together the firm’s experts in knowledge, legal operations and research services. His team is responsible for shaping the way Maddocks lawyers work, ensuring the delivery of exceptional client experiences.
Director, Operation Excellence
Mitch Grant
Kane Bradford oversees the school’s teaching and learning agenda, with a particular focus on harnessing strategic partnerships to the benefit of our staff and students. He brings significant experience from his previous work as a teacher and leader in independent schools to his leadership spanning senior roles at the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) and the Australian Sports Commission (ASC).
Head Professional Practice, Innovation and Partnership
Kane Bradford
Constantine Osuchukwu joined Lindisfarne as chaplain in 2021. Previously, he was the parish priest of St Matthew’s in Wendouree, Diocese of Ballarat, Victoria. He has a Bachelor of Arts (Philosophy and Theology), a Masters of Counselling and a Graduate Diploma in Community Development. Osuchukwu brings experience in a variety of parish roles, plus ministry work in prisons and the tertiary sector.
Reverend
Constantine Osuchukwu
Kimi leads the Estate Planning and Wealth Protection team and is a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners. She understands the complex and delicate nature of family estate planning, the technical requirements around probate and estate administration, and the importance of preserving wealth for future generations. Her advice is accurate, commercial, strategic and tailored to each situation.
Partner
Kimi Shah
Kimi leads the Estate Planning and Wealth Protection team and is a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners. She understands the complex and delicate nature of family estate planning, the technical requirements around probate and estate administration, and the importance of preserving wealth for future generations. Her advice is accurate, commercial, strategic and tailored to each situation.
Partner
Kimi Shah
Kimi leads the Estate Planning and Wealth Protection team and is a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners. She understands the complex and delicate nature of family estate planning, the technical requirements around probate and estate administration, and the importance of preserving wealth for future generations. Her advice is accurate, commercial, strategic and tailored to each situation.
Partner
Kimi Shah
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