I help organisations transform differently by putting people at the centre of change and connecting ambition to action. With experience at Accenture, Deloitte, and my own practice, I cut through noise to focus on the drivers of lasting transformation. Known for rapid results in 90–180 days, I simplify complexity, align leadership, and put people at the centre so change sticks.  

As a transformation and change expert, I’ve led complex transformations, integrations, and turnarounds, often stepping in as interim Transformation Director, Change Director, Strategy Director, Programme Director, COO, or CEO. I have worked across various industries, including financial services, fintech, insurance, investment management, legal, utilities, retail, media, and PE-backed businesses. My expertise spans business agility, technology simplification, and customer proposition redesign, creating sustainable impact and leaving organisations stronger than I found them.

I’ve delivered programmes exceeding £100 million, led teams of more than 400 people, and created measurable results, including 30 percent cost reductions, a £265 million uplift in enterprise value, successful regulatory recoveries, and scalable digital platforms.

Alongside my transformation work, I coach leaders and teams to build clarity, accountability, adaptability, resilience, and confidence through change. I help organisations strengthen their leadership capabilities, align teams around a shared purpose, and develop the cultural and behavioural foundations that make transformation sustainable.

How I can help your organisation:
-	Strategy development and programme delivery 
-	Digital, AI, and data-enabled change
-	Enterprise transformation and operating model design
-	Post-acquisition integration
-	Embedding agile and new ways of working at scale
-	Regulatory remediation and governance improvement
-	Culture, leadership, and team performance alignment
-	Executive coaching and leadership team development

Every sector has its quirks, but transformation fundamentals remain the same: clear vision, practical execution, and genuine partnership between leadership and teams.

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In the midst of change or thinking about it? I’d love to hear your story and explore how I can support your journey. Connect or message me anytime.

Craig Gillham

K-Workforce

As CEO of K-Workforce, I drive the development and delivery of fractional HR solutions designed to help businesses overcome workplace challenges and achieve long-term success. We focus on creating customized strategies that improve employee engagement, ensure compliance, and foster organizational growth.

-Delivering personalized HR solutions that optimize team performance and align with company values, leading to enhanced business outcomes.

-Designing training programs to build leadership, improve team communication, and drive organizational growth.

-Developing and executing HR strategies that align with client needs and business goals.

-Specializing in conflict resolution, performance management, employee retention, and change management.

-Crafting and implementing policies that ensure compliance with labor laws and promote positive workplace culture.

Chief Executive Officer

Self Employed

Providing strategic HR and organizational development support to businesses across industries. Specializing in employee performance, leadership development, and compliance, helping companies create better workplaces and stronger teams.

-Designed and implemented HR policies, ensuring businesses met compliance requirements while improving operational efficiency.
-Advised leadership teams on performance management strategies to drive accountability and improve employee engagement.
-Developed training programs to equip managers with the skills needed to lead effectively and navigate workplace challenges.
-Worked with businesses undergoing change, streamlining restructuring processes and improving communication across teams.
-Assisted organizations with conflict resolution, helping to de-escalate disputes and rebuild workplace trust.

Bringing a background in Industrial and Organizational Psychology, my work blends practical HR solutions with a deep understanding of human behavior. Each project is tailored to the unique needs of the business, ensuring impactful and sustainable results.

Organizational Development Specialist

Unisa

-Engaged and delivered instruction to 200 online students for Basic Counselling Skills, fostering a collaborative learning environment.
-Developed and implemented strategies tailored to diverse student needs, laying the foundation for student success.
-Collaborated with students based on their unique circumstances, ensuring a personalized and effective learning experience.

Online Educational Tutor

Athletics South Africa

Oversaw Human Resource operations, including organisational development, realignment, change management, and recruiting. Coordinated on-boarding of new hires. Interfaced with managers regarding strategic initiatives and employee welfare issues. Conducted annual performance reviews, exit interviews, and leave of attendance. Examined sensitive information to process payroll and loans. Served as subject matter expert on labour relations, personnel development, and project management. Reconciled personnel issues and trained staff to improve skills and augment career development. Coached management on supervisory skills to boost internal communications, clarified expectations, and improved overall team performance.

Key Accomplishments:

-Fostered an environment which ensured employees generate optimal value; identified talent gaps and coached management on development of gap closure plans.  
-Advised management on complex labour relations issues; resolved all issues consistently and fairly.
-Devised career development and internship initiatives nation-wide; elevated and sustained employee engagement.
-Spearheaded client needs analysis and intervention models; assessed nutritional health and overall well-being, leading to project-management of the First International Athletics Conference in 2014.

Development & Human Resource Manager

Staffataclick (Pty) Ltd

Directed implementation of company procedures, advised managers on effective use of personnel, and identified training gaps. Fully integrated with managers to verify anticipated job requirements through psychometric testing. Actively led new hire orientations and training programs. Orchestrated policies and procedures for use by management teams. Hosted company-wide management training webinars on annual performance reviews.

Key Accomplishments:

-Trusted advisor on workforce strategy, shaping, and surpassing company goals; zero CCMA cases and 100% compliance with union and legal guidelines.  
-Leveraged leadership skills and broad knowledge of retail, warehouse systems, and manufacturing to train and develop employees.  
-Safeguarded employee database to efficiently monitor personnel records; executed psychometric testing to match ideal candidates with job roles based on core competencies.

Training & Human Resources Manager

ECE consulting

Led all aspects of staffing including, sourcing, interviewing, and on-boarding initiatives. Partnered with multiple levels of management to implement talent planning strategies and hiring of key personnel. Engaged closely with leadership to promote organisational development and change management to improve company culture and employee engagement. 

Key Accomplishments:

-Drove innovation in Human Resource functions and on-boarding initiatives.  
-Presented psychometric testing for recruiting and selection of new employees.

Line Manager

Assessment Centre

Aided industrial psychologist with administering tests to candidates, determined conditions, evaluated aptitude, and assessed personality traits. Mentored, strategized, and introduced statistical processes to assistants. Secured accurate electronic records of test scores, services provided, and sensitive information. Displayed a professional code of conduct. 

Key Accomplishments:

-Collaborated on compiling reports and scoring interpretations with Industrial Psychologists.
-Adhered to confidentiality of records relating to candidates treatments.

Optimization & Human Resources

Department of Correctional Services

-Department of Correctional Services
-Managed a caseload of 1200 inmates, providing counseling, support, and case management.

Head of Social Work

I’ve spent my career working alongside organizations to help them build strong, motivated teams and overcome HR challenges. With a Doctorate in Industrial and Organizational Psychology, I’ve honed a deep understanding of human behavior, talent management, and workplace dynamics. These areas have become the foundation of everything I do.

Before starting K-Workforce, I worked in various HR and consulting roles, each one sharpening my ability to navigate difficult situations, whether it was managing employee performance, creating leadership programs, or ensuring legal compliance. Over time, I realized there was a need for a more practical, hands-on approach to HR, one that balances organizational needs with the well-being of employees. That’s when K-Workforce was born.

At K-Workforce, I work directly with businesses to streamline HR operations, improve team dynamics, and solve complex people challenges. Whether it’s handling organizational change, improving employee engagement, or building solid performance management systems, my goal is simple: help businesses run smoothly and allow their teams to thrive.

If you’re looking for support with your HR strategies or just want to chat about improving workplace culture, I’d love to connect.

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