Welcome to kaigo consulting associates

Ann Smith is a highly experienced business executive and career coach based in Melbourne, Australia. With decades of leadership experience in both the private sector and the Australian Public Service, Ann has a proven track record of guiding individuals and teams through complex challenges.

In October 2022, Ann was honoured with induction into the Victorian Honour Roll of Women (Leading Through Disaster category) for her leadership of the Victorian Aged Care Response Centre (VACRC) during the COVID-19 pandemic.

How Ann Can Support You

Ann works with leaders and professionals who are:
✅ Navigating complex workplace and people challenges
Defining and achieving strategic career and business goals
✅ Strengthening leadership skills—for themselves and their teams

A Leader with Real-World Impact

  • Ann has led high-stakes initiatives, including:

    • Managing the $5 billion Health and Hospital Infrastructure program

    • Overseeing People Management for Commonwealth Health’s 4,000 staff

    • Leading the VACRC, coordinating pandemic responses across government and private sectors

As a skilled coach and facilitator, Ann provides strategic guidance to help you tackle challenges and drive meaningful business and people outcomes.

Working With You

Ann partners with business leaders, teams, and organisations to navigate challenges, strengthen leadership, and drive meaningful outcomes.

Strategic Business Growth & Leadership Development

  • Define or refine your business strategy and set ambitious, achievable goals
    Develop high-performing teams through constructive communication, diversity, and strong relationships
    Tailored coaching programs for individuals and organisations (1 to 6 months)

Tools & Assessments for Deeper Insights

  • Comprehensive leadership and team assessments, including Gallup Clifton Strengths and Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)
    Custom staff development programs designed to align with your business objectives

Practical Solutions for Everyday Challenges

  • Actionable tools, techniques, and strategies to help you overcome obstacles and navigate change with confidence

KAIGO: Japanese for CARE

I acknowledge the people of Yalukit Wilum of the Bunurong Country that makes up the Greater Kulin Nation, traditional owners of lands and waterways where I now live. I pay my respects to Elders past and present.

KAIGO Consulting Associates

ABN: 12 675 589 796