Helping HR leaders and managers build cultures that thrive, even in times of change.

I’m Rachel, founder of HR Fusion, workplace culture strategist, and author of Shadow Cultures, a book that’s helped HR and business leaders understand the hidden dynamics shaping their organisations.

After more than 20 years working in HR and organisational development, including leading complex change projects, mentoring HR professionals, and helping housing associations and private companies navigate culture change, I saw a gap.

Too many leaders want to do the right thing for their people but feel underprepared when facing restructures, culture transformations, and new regulatory or technological pressures. They’re handed policies, but not practical, human-centred frameworks.

That’s why I created the HR Excellence Academy.

Here you’ll find practical, step-by-step courses built from real-world experience, tools I’ve used to help leaders reduce disruption, engage employees, and embed a positive culture that lasts.

Every course is:

• Evidence-based — grounded in research and organisational psychology.

• Practical & action-ready — with templates, checklists, and conversation guides.

• Culture-first — ensuring change protects and strengthens your people and values.

Whether you’re leading a restructure, shaping a new mission, or developing as an HR professional, the Academy gives you the clarity and confidence to create workplaces where people and business thrive.