Our story
“The idea that companies need the same number of people, with the same capability, at the same time, all the time, is in conflict with today’s dynamic environment.”
MICHELLE FOTHERINGHAM
CEO & FOUNDER
In 2019, Michelle noticed more and more highly talented people opting out of the traditional employee-employer work model, and moving towards portfolio careers and the professional gig economy.
It was this observation, along with a heightened business need for more nimble and dynamic workforce models, that led to the creation of Werkling.
Meet the team
Michelle Fotheringham
Founder & CEO
Michelle has extensive experience in people and organisation development roles, both in-house and as a senior consultant. She has worked across industries including automotive, FMCG, banking, NPF, utilities and government. She has a Bachelor of Commerce (Marketing) and a Graduate Certificate of HRM.
Michelle is energised by connecting business leaders with Werkling’s amazing on-demand talent, and bringing together bespoke teams to solve big and complex business problems. She wants Werkling to be a place of inclusion, trust and exceptional know-how.
Jem Hecht
Community & Ops
Jem has a strong background in community, operations, and communications, honed through experience in startups, corporate environments, and venture capital, where she’s supported founders in building and scaling businesses.
Working as on-demand talent, she has passion for building active communities, social impact and a fascination with leveraging the community to build engaged, supportive networks. She’s spent her career helping people connect with their audiences through online platforms and digitising the community experience.
Reanna Browne
Futurist-in-residence
Reanna is an academically trained and practising futurist with a background in: futures and strategic foresight, strategic workforce planning, business and workforce strategy, organisational design and development. Her focus on the futures of work is complemented by her deep interest in the futures of workers.
Reanna’s combination of skills and education is unique to a small number of people across the globe and we are thrilled to have her as a part of the Werkling story.
