Tanya Southey has had a diverse career in human resources spanning over 30 years. She began her career in her native South Africa during apartheid, where she witnessed racial inequalities firsthand. This sparked a strong sense of social justice. She has held HR leadership roles in several industries in both South Africa and Australia, helping companies transform their cultures. Most recently, she was HR Director for Carlton United Breweries, where she implemented processes and behavioral changes that helped put the company on a growth trajectory. The common thread through her career has been bringing about transformation, diversity, and high-performance cultures.