If good talent management had a dating profile, it’d probably read something along the lines of: professional dream enabler.
No fairy dust, no magic tricks – just a slightly obsessive commitment to helping our people make big things happen. Whether it’s a book they feel compelled to write, a world record they’ve dreamed of smashing, or a full-scale national tour, there’s nothing better than seeing a long-held dream become reality – for them and for us. And honestly? The bigger, and bolder the dream is, the more we’re into it.
But a dream without a plan (and a lot of hard work) will stay just that. And no one knows that better than Shelly Horton. She’s the undisputed queen of setting big, audacious goals, and her latest one is a doozy.
Late last year, Shelly shared her vision of dragging menopause conversations out of the group chat and onto a national stage. She’d already taken the fight to Parliament, helping drive the conversation that ultimately led to last week’s Federal Government announcement around improved menopause healthcare support for Australian women. Not bad for a topic that, until recently, barely made it past a whisper.
Now she’s taking the conversation on the road with the Hot, Healthy and Unbreakable! Midlife: Reimagined Tour. In partnership with TEG Dainty, this national tour hits Perth, Adelaide, Melbourne, Brisbane and Sydney across July and August, bringing Shelly together with two incredible US experts: world-renowned orthopaedic surgeon Dr Vonda Wright and urologist Dr Kelly Casperson. Together, they’ll deliver a refreshingly honest, myth-busting conversation combining medical expertise with real-life experience – think practical advice, big laughs, empowering insights and plenty of “why did nobody tell us this sooner?” moments.
So consider this your official PSA: mobilise your people. Bring your friends, your mum, your sister, your work wife. Book a group outing, tell your workplace, send it to every woman you know navigating midlife, menopause or perimenopause. Tickets available now via TEG Dainty.
And if you’re a brand speaking to women in midlife, responsible for employee wellbeing and looking for ways to support the women in your organisation, or creating meaningful experiences for clients and communities, we’d love to chat. Get in touch here for partnership opportunities and group ticket packages.
So, what dream are you plotting next? Because if there’s one thing we know here at TLS, it’s that the wildest ideas are usually the ones worth chasing.
The TLS talent crew has had a seriously big month – from major launches to festivals and events to meaningful conversations and brilliant partnerships. Dive in below to see what everyone’s been up to lately.
Til next month,
TLS EXPERTS
How do us Aussies really switch off on holiday? ✈️😴 According to new research commissioned by Holiday Inn Express, the answer involves everything from “testing the bounce” of hotel beds and pillow rituals to white noise, deep breathing and mentally planning breakfast before falling asleep. To bring this research to life, the team partnered with positive psychologist Dr Tim Sharp (aka Dr Happy) to unpack the surprisingly relatable routines Australians rely on while travelling, with Tim sharing insights into why small comforts, familiarity and better sleep play such a big role in helping us properly relax away from home.
Leading tradie Bardie Somerville is front and centre for new project with the Housing Industry Association (HIA) for their Women in Trades campaign. The campaign aims to encourage more women to join the construction industry by increasing workforce diversity, challenging gender stereotypes, and identifying how the right support and the right environment can make all the difference; and Kate Peck has launched a new account – Pours with Peck – a personality-packed destination for everyday wine lovers exploring her love and knowledge of wine. Think hard-working, school-night drops that won’t blow your budget, because who wants to spend $70 on a Tuesday wine? Kate hits your favourite bottle shops and wine suppliers to track down the best value finds, kissing all the frogs so you don’t have to.
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Sport is as much about how you recover from setbacks as it is about winning, and race car driver Aiva Anagnostiadis is a shining example of this. After suffering a painful injury that derailed her 2025 F1 Academy season, Aiva returned to the track this month for the opening round of the Italian GT4 at the Misano World Circuit, becoming the first Australian woman to compete in the series. Racing alongside team mate Andrea Palazzo for Promodrive, the team showed some strong pace in their first weekend of racing. You can access details of the series calendar here and lend your support as Aiva takes on some of Italy’s most famous circuits.
Aiva also welcomed exciting new partner Adina Hotels, with the partnership celebrating two ambitious Australian brands making their mark on the world stage. The campaign highlights Aiva’s journey from Melbourne karting prodigy to international race car driver, while reinforcing Adina’s commitment to backing homegrown talent with global ambition.
Away from the track, Aiva was also front and centre of a beautiful Mother’s Day campaign for Myer, thanking mum Barbs for the support, resilience and life lessons that have shaped both her career and confidence and having a little fun along the way.
Meanwhile, Olympian Tilly Kearns continues to impress both in and out of the pool, helping Spanish club CN Mataró progress to the Final Four of the European Cup competition, while also reconnecting with her Aussie Stingers teammates ahead of the World Cup in Sydney later this year.
Diver Ellie Cole delivered a standout performance at the World Aquatics Diving World Cup Super Final last month, claiming bronze in the women’s 10m synchronised event before backing it up with a second bronze as part of the Australian mixed 3m and 10m team event. Two phenomenal results against the world’s best.
Her namesake, former Paralympian Ellie Cole, continues to forge a powerful reputation as a leader in high performance sport. Following her success as General Manager for the Trinbago 2023 Commonwealth Youth Games, Ellie has been reappointed in the role for the Malta 2027 Youth Games – proof that impact in sport can continue to grow long after retirement from competition.
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Not only is Ellie an inspiration to other athletes, she continues to make an impact far beyond sport. This Thursday 4th June she’ll be joining Women in Automotive Director Kate Peck and the WinA crew for an important panel discussion – ‘Power in Motion: Leading with Impact – sharing insights on leadership, resilience and performing under pressure.
Meanwhile, Toowoomba might be famous for flowers, but it’s increasingly becoming known for food, too. FEASTival, part of the annual Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers, runs at the end of September, and plant-food advocate Simon Toohey could not be more excited. He’ll be leading a food demonstration masterclass that will be as fun as it is delicious – snap up tickets here.
Conversations around mental health have never been more valued, and Dr Tim Sharp is known for his passion and direction in this space. He spoke at Zurich Financial Service’s MindFit event last month, giving staff the tools and motivation to make important shifts for their mental wellbeing.
At a time of increasing awareness about supporting women in the workplace through hormonal changes, Dr Ginni Mansberg delivered a keynote for Accenture Australia’s Gender ERG Event that was bang on point, covering support, management strategies and considerations needed for women. Meanwhile, nutrition scientist Dr Joanna McMillan did such a wonderful job as MC at the Dietitians Unite event last year, she was invited back to do it all over again this year. Jo led what looked like a brilliant day – empowering and educating dietitians on the latest clinical developments and growth opportunities.
SUITE READS
We’re planning some big book announcements over the next few months but they don’t come bigger than this.
After 18 months of intensive research, expert interviews, and rigorous evidence reviews, Dr Ginni Mansberg has announced her latest book – The Women’s Longevity Handbook is due for release on 7th July through the team at Murdoch Books. Intended to cut through the overwhelming wellness noise that exists today, the book is written for real women living real lives, and who are looking for clear, evidence-based insights on menopause, brain and heart health, exercise, sleep, hormones, nutrition, skin, and healthy ageing.
Pre-orders are now open here.
And keep an eye on our TLS socials for more exciting book announcements over the coming weeks.
HEALTH CALENDAR
There are some big ticket health campaigns on the calendar for June, and some experts still have capacity to support your events around:
- Bowel Cancer Awareness Month – all June
- World Environment Day – June 5
- World Blood Donor Day – June 14
- Walk for Him – June 15-21
- World Allergy Week – June 21-27
July is just around the corner, so it’s a great time to lock in speakers, panel participants or media comment for these upcoming dates:
Dry July – all month
This long-running campaign continues to spark meaningful change. Dr Preeya Alexander, Dr Ginni Mansberg and Dr Michela Sorensen can speak to the wellbeing benefits of reducing alcohol, while habit-change scientist Dr Gina Cleo offers practical tips on cutting back and health journalist Casey Beros can talk about the positive impact reducing or in her case giving up alcohol has had on her life.
National Diabetes Week – 13-19 July
As Australia’s fastest-growing chronic condition, diabetes is a major concern. GPs Dr Michela Sorensen, Dr Preeya Alexander and Dr Ginni Mansberg and Nutrition Scientist Dr Jo McMillan are here to share facts on prevention, symptoms and getting support.
World Hepatitis Day – 28 July
This World Health Organization campaign aims to build global awareness of hepatitis. Call on GPs Dr Ginni Mansberg, Dr Michela Sorensen and Dr Preeya Alexander for scientific breakthroughs and prevention advice.