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Dr. DAVID Farrar

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Speaker

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Meet Dr. David Farrar: Elevating Business Success Through Psychology

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Dr. David Farrar, a seasoned psychologist and consultant with international experience. Based in the Midwest but serving clients nationwide since 2001, David specializes in transforming businesses by addressing critical people-related challenges. His expertise consistently delivers multi-million dollar impacts.

 

Key Points:

  • Dual undergraduate degrees in psychology and commercial law, paired with two graduate degrees in psychology and commerce.

  • Focus on enhancing customer satisfaction, employee well-being, productivity, and profitability.

  • Trusted by senior executives and management teams.

  • Bridging the gap between psychology and commerce with precision.

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Discover the transformative power of David Farrar's expertise and elevate your business to new heights.

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Clients & Experience

He has worked with many organizations including :

 

  • 3M

  • LifeSource

  • Cargill

  • Coles Myer

  • Ericsson

  • Hennepin County Bar Association 

  • FOX Rothschild (formerly Oppenheimer, Wolff and Donnelly)

  • HGA

  • Los Angeles Superior Court

  • Minnesota Judicial Branch

  • Pritchard Auto

  • Robins, Kaplan

  • Travelers

  • US District Court, MN

  • Faruki

  • Special Olympics of Minnesota

  • MSR Design

  • Medtronic

  • New History

  • City of Saint Paul

  • American Craft Council

  • StoneArch Creative

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Before Koliso, David was VP HR in SE Asia and responsible for global organization effectiveness outcomes for a more than 100,000-employee organization. His professional experience includes senior management roles in sales, marketing, corporate development and human resources.

David has a rich depth of professional experience internationally, including in Australia, Belgium, Germany, Malaysia, South Africa, Singapore, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the United States.

Qualifications & Education

David studied at the Royal Military College of Australia (MUR), The University of Melbourne, and Northwestern University (Kellogg Business School). He has degrees in economics and psychology, completed his graduate work with honors, and was accredited as a psychologist in the Commonwealth of Australia.

 

Participation has included

• Australian Psychological Society
• International Association of Applied Psychology
• Australian Human Resources Institute

• Human Resources Professionals of Minnesota
• Society for Human Resources Management

• American Society for Training and Development

Testimony

“We engaged Dr. Farrar to speak to our attorneys on best practices in mentoring. He and his team listened to our needs during the preparation calls and incorporated our feedback well. Overall his presentation went smoothly and was well received by our attorneys.”  - Jackson Walker Attorney Development

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Genevieve Farrar

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Culturalist

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Meet Genevieve Farrar: Unveiling the Power of Organizational & Cross-Cultural Expertise

 

Genevieve, a distinguished organizational and cross-cultural specialist, proudly serves as the Managing Partner at Koliso.  With a fervent dedication to her craft, Genevieve partners with clients navigating the turbulent waters of cultural transformation, whether propelled by corporate evolution, social dynamics, or geographic shifts.

 

Unleashing Efficiency and Knowledge for Thriving Workplaces

At the heart of her mission lies the unwavering commitment to ushering in engaged and high-performance work environments. Genevieve's efficiency and profound expertise serve as the bedrock for organizations seeking transformational change.

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Guiding with Three Principles of Leadership

Genevieve's consulting approach is underpinned by three-principles of leadership: ethics, effectiveness, and engagement. She doesn't just provide insights; she brings actionable wisdom to foster principled business relationships.

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Approachability and Trust

Genevieve's approachable demeanor cultivates an atmosphere of openness and trust among those fortunate to collaborate with her. Together, they forge paths to success, driven by shared purpose and a commitment to excellence.

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A Global Perspective

Genevieve's professional journey spans the globe, with a rich tapestry of cross-cultural experiences. Her portfolio boasts clients hailing from every corner of the world—yes, every continent but Antarctica!

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Discover the transformative potential of Genevieve Farrar's expertise and elevate your organization's journey to unparalleled success

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Clients & Experience

She has worked with many organizations including :

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  • 3M

  • Code42

  • Alcoa

  • LifeSource

  • Berlitz

  • Cargill

  • New History

  • Converteam

  • Hennepin County Bar Association 

  • Fox Rotschild (formerly Oppenheimer, Wolff and Donnelly)

  • HGA

  • Los Angeles Superior Court

  • MSRDesign

  • ZEF Energy

  • Special Olympics of Minnesota

  • Robins, Kaplan

  • Faruki

  • Catholic Community Foundation

  • US District Court, MN

  • Medtronic

  • Polaris

  • Masuda

  • StoneArch Creative

  • American Craft Council

  • Berlitz

  • CHS

  • City of Saint Paul

  • Evergreen

  • Cummins

  • GnResound

  • Pritchard Enterprises

Core skills

  • Workplace culture 

  • Engagement 

  • Change management

  • Cross cultural needs 

  • Executive Strategic Planning

  • Leadership Coaching

“For more than 20 years I have had the good fortune to spend my time helping hundreds of foreign nationals and expats come to terms with living and working in a foreign country. My current works merges the cultural expertise with my organizational skills in a variety of leadership, change management and engagement projects that have been both challenging and hugely rewarding. I think it’s fantastic to be able to work at something you love as well as knowing that what you do vastly improves people’s work lives.” –GENEVIEVE

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