Tony Horgan

FOUNDER, MANAGING DIRECTOR

Tony identified a niche where organisations could successfully apply cognitive-based principles to enhance culture and performance. He successfully implemented this approach to close the gap between theory and practice. The response from organisations was phenomenal, with feedback indicating that The Pacific Institute work was practical and measurable.

After establishing sound relationships in Australia, Tony then began to apply similar principles within the education and corporate sector in the U.K.

For the past 30 years, The Pacific Institute, under Tony’s leadership has effectively worked to deliver real results for clients.

Tony is supported by a team of highly experienced specialists and his focus now is on ensuring The Pacific Institute’s vision and philosophy is articulated and its work delivered in a practical way.

Prior to establishing The Pacific Institute, Tony was a Chartered Accountant and a former State President of the Institute of Chartered Accountants W.A. He has chaired the Institute’s annual Federal Budget Breakfast as well as pre-election debates between the Premier and Opposition Leader.  Tony has been a past board member of St John of God Hospital and several community organisations, including educational institutions.

He is a Foundation Fellow of The Australian Institute of Company Directors and a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants Australia.

Brian Cook

GENERAL MANAGER, AUSTRALASIA

Brian works closely with organisations to help them build a business case for cultural change.

His approach reflects a long-term view to ensure that the practical steps implemented today, deliver immediate and measurable results that impact positively on future growth.  

Brian assists organisations to establish a clear and communicable philosophy and direction. His focus is on helping clients to co-design the implementation of personal effectiveness, leadership alignment and cultural change.

A key part of The Pacific Institute team since 1993, Brian has worked across a range of industries such as, financial services, energy and power, transport and shipping, oil and gas, media and communications.

Prior to joining The Pacific Institute, Brian held senior management positions across advertising, media and accountancy firms.

He holds a Bachelor of Commerce (UWA) and is a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants Australia.

• Helping you  build a business case for cultural change
• Assisting you  with leadership alignment
• Co-designing the implementation of change initiatives

Scott Amy

MANAGER OF CLIENT SERVICES, AUSTRALASIA

With a background in the design and delivery of training, Scott has a wide range of experience across many industries, especially with expertise in the use of scientific-based measurement tools.

Scott holds full accreditation and is a Master Facilitator with The Pacific Institute. He holds a Lifetime Accreditation with Human Synergistics International which means that he can apply proven tools when working with clients, to assist them to measure culture, behaviour and change.

Scott has been with The Pacific Institute since 1988 and is highly regarded across Australia for his work within the education, government and corporate sectors.

• Master Facilitator
• Lifetime accreditation with Human Synergistic

Carolyn O'Neil

OFFICE MANAGER

A key member of The Pacific Institute team for 23 years, Carolyn ensures that each client receives unparalleled service. She fulfils requests for course materials, coordinates seminars, workshops and any special events. Carolyn also assists our Project Directors, oversees accounts and manages our supplier relationships, whilst ensuring the smooth running of the office.