Catalyst Strategy is a boutique advisory firm, drawing on decades of global experience.

We exist to be a catalyst for positive change.

Our services include:

Here’s what our clients say:

  • “I can't speak highly enough of his exceptional facilitation skills and strategic insight. His ability to guide our team through complex discussions, bringing together diverse perspectives to form cohesive strategies, was impressive."

    Toni Collier - Business Technology Manager, Queensland Airports Limited

  • "Phil was great to work with. His ability to adapt and design material that would suit the way our business works and the people who work there, was really beneficial and well received."

    Ben May - CEO, The Code Co

  • "The program provided a research based, tangible pathway to unlock the full potential of my team and has ultimately led to greater focus, purpose and unity within the team."

    Nick Crang - Exec Head of Development & Acquisition, National Storage

  • “From our first meeting it was obvious that coaching and mentoring is a passion and a strength of Philip’s. He creates a connection and through active listening and probing questioning gets to the heart of the matter."

    Dawn Parmee - Business Partner Procurement, Rio Tinto

  • “A very polished speaker, clear bold slides, meaningful audience participation, very engaging style.”

    Keynote Audience Member

  • “He has the expertise, language, and stakeholder management capabilities of a Big 4 consulting partner without the price tag!”

    Karl Zielke - Organisational Development Leader

  • "Philip's keynote speech was informative and inspiring, sparking innovative thinking and fresh approaches to navigating the VUCA environment we find ourselves in."

    Kevin William Timothy - Transformation Leader, Petrosea

  • "What we appreciate about working with Catalyst Strategy is their ability to strip away the noise and reveal safer, more sustainable pathways forward."

    Luke Chalmers - CEO, Crafted Collective

  • "Philip approached the workshop with a thorough understanding of our industry landscape, injecting valuable insights that enriched our strategic conversations. It's evident that Philip invests the time to research and tailor his approach to ensure the workshop is both relevant and impactful."

    Toni Collier - Technology Project Manager, Queensland Airports Limited

  • “Philip's enthusiasm is contagious and kept the audience engaged."

    2025 Leadership Conference Delegate

  • "Phil’s diverse experience and broad people and professional skills built trust, rapport and credibility quickly. Rapidly my team began to understand themselves and each other in greater depth."

    Nick Crang - Exec Head of Development & Acquisition, National Storage

  • "Philip's insightful analysis of global supply chain disruptions was absolutely remarkable. He delivered an in-depth analysis, addressing both risks and opportunities with a clarity that is rare in today's rapidly changing landscape."

    Sadewo Prasetyo - GM Supply Chain, Petrosea

  • "Philip’s ability to conceptually join operational and commercial challenges whilst articulating customer value through a lens of commercial viability is second to none."

    Karl Zielke - Organisational Development Leader

  • "I can confidently say our business is stronger thanks to Phil’s contributions.”

    Luke Chalmers - CEO, Crafted Collective

  • Philip possesses excellent communication skills, articulating ideas with clarity and enthusiasm. This was instrumental in keeping the team engaged and motivated....”

    Toni Collier - Technology Project Manager, Queensland Airports Limited

  • "His insights weren't just academic theories; they were practical, actionable, and designed to empower our team to lead and grow effectively in times of uncertainty.”

    Kevin William Timothy - Transformation Leader, Petrosea

  • “Phil was an engaging, positive, inclusive, and energetic emcee. He asked great questions.”

    2025 SA HR Leadership Conference Delegate