Helping leaders and organisations see more clearly, lead more confidently and build cultures where people and performance thrive.

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Leadership
starts with 

a spark

After decades at the front line of culture and performance, Fiona Ridley has seen what truly changes organisations. Not slogans. Not strategies. But people who feel seen, energised and empowered to lead.

An ember may be small, but it is powerful. It holds the heat that starts fires, fuels momentum and keeps cultures alive long after the initial excitement fades. Fiona has turned embers into enduring momentum with many clients:

Why Ember?

  • Data‑driven, evidence‑based leadership development.
  • Deep expertise in culture, behaviour and performance.
  • Calm, intelligent and emotionally aware approach.
  • Trusted by leading organisations across 
New Zealand and Australia.
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Fiona Ridley

Fiona Ridley is a highly considered leadership training practitioner, starting her career as a Dale Carnegie trainer, earning the status of one of the top 1% worldwide.  This set the foundation and passion alight for leadership training that was more than just a ‘course’.

Her work with organisations such as Mitsubishi Motors, Masterpet and Farrah’s demonstrates her ability to shift culture, strengthen leadership capability and create high‑performing teams.

Fiona’s style is warm, direct and deeply human. 
She combines intellectual rigour with emotional intelligence, helping leaders understand themselves, and the impact on the people they lead.

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Services

Our work is grounded in evidence, shaped by psychology and designed for real‑world leadership challenges.

Data Driven Assessments

Personality Assessments

Fiona Ridley, one of New Zealand’s few certified PCM trainers, helps you unlock your strengths, understand your needs, and spot your warning signals.

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360° Team Assessments

We offer Hogan 360 surveys as part of Ember’s leadership development and coaching services. Developed by Hogan Assessments, the Hogan 360 is a research-based, multi-rater feedback tool that provides leaders with clear, confidential insights into how they are perceived by managers, peers, and direct reports.

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Other Services

Book A Speaker

Insightful. Human. Transformational.

Fiona Ridley is a sought‑after speaker for leadership conferences, executive offsites and organisational events.

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Meet Our Team

Fiona Ridley

CEO

Roger Ridley

Consultant

Eithne Sweeney

Associate

Laura Dempsey

Associate

Maree McManaway

Associate

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If you’re ready to invest in leadership, culture and performance, or simply want to explore what’s possible, we’d love to hear from you.

Ember Leadership Training. Founded by Fiona Ridley.

Based in New Zealand. Working nationally and internationally.

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