Together, we can create a healthy, engaging and productive workplace
Dr Kirsten Brown is a highly respected thought leader and expert in building health and resilience in organisations for a more productive workforce. Adding value to projects by leveraging research into practical applications resulting in a positive impact on people’s work lives. Her experience is underpinned by degrees in design, real estate, commerce and a PhD in how the workplace impacts employee health.
Kirsten’s doctoral research highlights the need for a multidisciplinary holistic approach incorporating policy-based and physical elements to workplace design that will advance current practice by placing worker health and well-being at the centre of decision-making.
Kirsten has been involved in all aspects of workplace consultancy from design to research. Curiosity has been the motivation for learning and research throughout her career. This knowledge alongside practice results in highly considered outcomes underpinned by research.
In her advisory capacity, Kirsten conducts in-depth research, engages stakeholders and generates practical solutions. She advocates for a proactive, co-design approach to deliver positive outcomes for both employees and organisations.
By melding design thinking, workplace consulting, and research expertise, she develops holistic strategies centred around health and wellbeing.
Talking Points
How to create effective wellbeing strategies for improved engagement and performance
Employee health is impacted by many interrelated factors within an organisation and our broader lives….however, the approach to health at work is often siloed and centred on risk mitigation. This presentation explores potential positive and negative impacts on employee health with some solutions to create a resilient and health positive workforce.
How to create effective wellbeing strategies for improved engagement and performance
High Performance Workplaces: Latest research informing best practice in Australia
This presentation focuses on the key elements of the contemporary workplace through the lens of culture, place and technology highlighting the elements of greatest impact on health and performance. It includes the latest peer reviewed research and current examples to highlight what really matters when improving employee health.
High Performance Workplaces: Latest research informing best practice in Australia
How does hybrid working impact health and wellbeing?
There is mixed research on the health and performance benefits of distributed or hybrid working. While flexibility can enable us to attain a greater balance, it can often mean we are always working. This presentation unpacks and pros and cons proposing ideas to optimise the experience for individuals, teams and the organisation.
How does hybrid working impact health and wellbeing?
Video
Kirsten Brown Showreel | Saxton Speakers
Discover how Dr Kirsten Brown is redefining workplace design and culture in her latest showreel. With a unique background in architecture, commerce, and a PhD in workplace health, Dr Brown brings cutting-edge insights into creating workplaces that prioritise health, well-being, and sustainability. In this video, she discusses the importance of fostering a growth mindset, building resilient teams, and creating flexible spaces that adapt to modern needs, especially in the era of hybrid work.
