Coaching & Learning Experiences that Transform

Emeli Paulo offers a unique blend of Workplace Culture Design, Growth Strategies, and 1:1 Mentoring Programs that transform you and your workplace dynamics from the inside, out.

Imagine a workplace where:

Communication flows effortlessly across departments
Stress is managed proactively, not reactively
Diversity is celebrated, fostering innovation and inclusivity
Bullying is a thing of the past, replaced by mutual respect and support
Your staff feels valued, understood, and equipped to handle any challenge

We don't just address surface-level issues—we dive deep into the intersectionality of your team's experiences, acknowledging that each member brings a unique set of identities and perspectives to the table. By embracing this richness, we help you build a truly cohesive team dynamic that elevates your customer experience to new heights.

From tailored workshops on emotional intelligence to comprehensive culture redesign, our programs are crafted to meet the specific needs of your industry environment. We're not about quick fixes; we're about sustainable transformation that turns your team into your greatest asset.

Ready to revolutionise your approach to team management and customer satisfaction? Let's create a learning experience that's as rewarding for your staff as it is for you.

Discover the power of culturally intelligent, emotionally savvy teams. Your journey to exceptional hospitality starts here.

Emeli’s Impact:

1 + million people
500+ brand collabs

10,000+ workshops (design & delivery)
1200+ change programs
1000+ coached and on purpose!

Our Clients:

Ask about our SoCo Agency - we have a vetted list of 66 x ‘SoCo Community of Inclusive Facilitators’. We can find you the right fit for your diverse team needs.

Transform Your Learning Culture

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Emeli Paulo is a Transformative Experience Designer, Master Facilitator and Career Coach who challenges the status quo of B2B training and development in Australia. No boring presentations allowed! Emeli role models authenticity and vulnerability, creating unparalleled levels of safety and trust that catalyse personal growth and organisational transformation.

Our ‘inclusive leadership education’ methodology blends:

design thinking for training and development
universal learning design and data approach
emotional, social and cultural intelligence skills
neurophysiological regulation techniques
rooted in her diverse background and personal journey
immersive, multi-sensory learning experiences

Testimonials & Clients

"Emeli is truly a master facilitator of the human spirit. By creating a safe and trusted environment almost instantly, she allowed us to have authentic and real moments and quickly build intimacy as a team. Her natural wisdom paired with decades of experience result in a talent that is hard to come by. I couldn't recommend her more highly to organisations and teams looking to explore elusive yet crucial topics like inclusion, emotional intelligence and team connection."

Claire Pilley, The Difference, PwC
"Emeli is one of the most inspiring speakers and facilitators that I have ever come across. Her ability to read an audience and adjust her style to achieve real and positive outcomes is first class. "

Geoff Roberts, CEO, Seek.com
"Creating a space few people get to experience when trying to change behaviour. Dynamic, Raw and Courageous."

Michelle McQuaid, Author, Speaker PhD Applied Psychology
"The capability workshops delivered by Emeli were transformational for our organisation. Her expertise in experience design ensured that every session was not only informative but also engaging. Our leadership team left with actionable insights that we could implement immediately."

Kelly Hartman, Head of People, FinTech Africa
"This was the most engaging workshop on our AFL outplacement program series."

Paul Hallam, Founder & CEO, Six Degrees Recruitment
“They should run these workshops more in the corporate industry, it would create a stronger bond and unite people together. The workshop was great, easy to follow, encouraged others to be involved in activities and didn’t make it uncomfortable.”

Kerry Kapaspi, High Performance Group, NAB
“I would have loved the session to be longer, Emeli really believes in what she is saying - the workshop was incredible.”

Chris Tully, Talent Acquisition, NAB
"The impact of Emeli's culture and team cohesion workshops has been long-lasting. We continue to apply the principles she taught us, leading to improved performance and morale across our Board of Directors."

Rhys Cranney, Secretariat, Midsumma Festival
"The workshop had a MASSIVE impact on me during the intensive two days, and every day since. My life has changed. It took GRIT for me to stop what I was doing, where I was almost pouring from an empty & chipped cup, to completely stopping on focusing on the outward & truly, madly, deeply, connect & honour who the authentic me is. From this I have met so many incredible people."

Michelle, Grit Learning Program Participant
"It was beautiful. It forced me to face things I'd never brought up, to be open and honest and vulnerable. And to be ok with that. To be ok with being a man and feeling pain and sadness and confusion and not fighting it."

Paul, Grit Learning Program Particpant
"Emeli's facilitation skills are unparalleled. She has a unique ability to engage participants and create an environment where everyone feels heard. After her workshops, our team cohesion improved significantly, leading to better collaboration across all five venues."

Keiran Spiteri, co-Founder, Yolk Hospitality Group

Services

Experience Design

Creative Content Development

Universal Design & Data

Facilitation

Coaching

Project & Program Management

Training Program Topics

Culture Design
Vision & Values
Psychological Safety
Life, Career & Culture Design
The Neuroscience of Safety
Team Building
Leadership Skills
Human Skills Development
Strategic Design
Design Thinking
The Power of Networking
Negotiation

Methods

Inclusive Intersectional Design

"Create a psychologically safe learning environment that fosters growth and innovation"

Immersive Experiences

"Engage your team with interactive, experiential learning workshops and events that drive real behavioural change"

Measurable Transformation

"See tangible improvements in team performance, leadership, and organisational culture"

About Emeli

With close to 30+ years of experience in learning and development, Emeli Paulo is dedicated to creating transformative learning experiences that empower individual wellbeing and organisational effectiveness. Her unique approach combines cultural, emotional and social intelligence to drive meaningful change in workplace culture and individual performance.

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Coaching & Learning Experiences that Transform

Transform Your Learning Culture

Testimonials & Clients

"Emeli is one of the most inspiring speakers and facilitators that I have ever come across. Her ability to read an audience and adjust her style to achieve real and positive outcomes is first class. "

"Creating a space few people get to experience when trying to change behaviour. Dynamic, Raw and Courageous."

"The capability workshops delivered by Emeli were transformational for our organisation. Her expertise in experience design ensured that every session was not only informative but also engaging. Our leadership team left with actionable insights that we could implement immediately."

"This was the most engaging workshop on our AFL outplacement program series."

“They should run these workshops more in the corporate industry, it would create a stronger bond and unite people together. The workshop was great, easy to follow, encouraged others to be involved in activities and didn’t make it uncomfortable.”

“I would have loved the session to be longer, Emeli really believes in what she is saying - the workshop was incredible.”

"The impact of Emeli's culture and team cohesion workshops has been long-lasting. We continue to apply the principles she taught us, leading to improved performance and morale across our Board of Directors."

"It was beautiful. It forced me to face things I'd never brought up, to be open and honest and vulnerable. And to be ok with that. To be ok with being a man and feeling pain and sadness and confusion and not fighting it."

"Emeli's facilitation skills are unparalleled. She has a unique ability to engage participants and create an environment where everyone feels heard. After her workshops, our team cohesion improved significantly, leading to better collaboration across all five venues."