HALO

Leadership under pressure

We operate where leadership is tested under pressure, ensuring performance holds, accountability remains strong and people deliver when it matters most.

Leadership demands more than experience

People are often trusted to lead because they're capable, dependable and experienced in their field. But the skills that make someone good at their job aren't necessarily the skills they need to lead others. Whether you own a business, lead a team or are taking on responsibility for the first time, leadership brings challenges that experience alone won't always prepare you for.

A title doesn't earn you respect

People look beyond your position. It's your judgement, character and actions that earn their trust.

How you lead matters

Your decisions, your words and your actions leave a lasting mark on people.

Leadership is never just about you

The way you lead shapes the confidence, growth and opportunities of those who depend on you.

The HALO Approach

HALO draws on 16 years of military leadership experience, including operational deployments and human intelligence, combined with years of working alongside New Zealand businesses. Our approach brings together an understanding of human behaviour, sound judgement and practical leadership skills, developed through experience and applied to the everyday realities of leading people.

Developing leaders at every stage

Two distinct ways to strengthen leadership, grounded in experience and designed for practical application.

Certified HALO Leader - Foundations

100% ONLINE LEADERSHIP CERTIFICATION

Develop the essential skills to lead people with greater clarity, confidence and accountability, wherever you are.
100% online, with the flexibility to learn at your own pace.
Practical leadership principles and tools you can apply immediately.
Designed for emerging and experienced leaders who take their development seriously.

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Queenstown Leadership Academy

FIVE MONTHS OF APPLIED LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT

Develop your leadership through practical experience, individual mentoring and direct application in your workplace.
One full day intensive followed by five monthly development sessions.
Practical leadership development applied directly to real workplace challenges.
Five months of one to one mentoring with an experienced Queenstown business operator.

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      Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I was genuinely blown away by this course. Tony delivers exceptional training and grounds everything in real-life examples, which makes the content practical and easy to apply.

He creates a space where you feel comfortable enough to participate, but still out of your comfort zone, a really effective balance for building confidence and strengthening decision-making. The sessions were clear, engaging, and focused on tools you can use straight away in day-to-day leadership.

I’d highly recommend this course to anyone wanting to grow their confidence, refine their leadership style, and gain practical skills they can actually put into action.
  
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   Jessica Langelaan 
 
 
 
 
     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Tony delivers outstanding leadership training. The sessions are practical, engaging, and immediately useful. Tony has a rare ability to challenge you, build your confidence, and create lasting behaviour change through process, tools and accountability. Highly recommend Tony & HALO to anyone who wants to become a more effective and resilient leader.
  
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   Matt Morgan 
 
 
 
 
     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I found this leadership course extremely valuable, it was delivered as part of the Queenstown Leadership Academy. It was useful even as someone who has been in a management role for a number of years - it reinforced what you know and sometimes forget.
It delivered practical, tangible tools that could be immediately applied to strengthen my leadership approach. The content helped sharpen my ability to influence others and drive work toward desired outcomes. Being held accountable to complete case studies stengthened the effectiveness of this course.
Tony is a fantastic facilitator.  The stories and real world examples he provides hit differently!
Overall, this is an impactful program that, I believe, has genuinely enhanced my management capability and should be a must for those new to management or as a refresher well worthy of the time investment.
  
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   Malika Rose 
 
 
 
 
     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Tony makes leadership very clear
The tools we were given are simple
If your serious about leadership contact HALO
  
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   Alan Maxwell 
 
 
 
 
     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Halo training leadership and strategy course was fantastic. Tony introduced a number of great tools to help with the daily challenges of being a leader. He was able to unpack real work life leadership and decision making scenarios. With this use of his long military background he demonstrated the importance of having strong guiding principles. Was a great course.
  
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   Charles Cochrane 
 
 
 
 
     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I recently completed the Strategic Leadership Programme led by Tony Groves in Queenstown, and I can honestly say it has been a game changer, both personally and professionally.

As the founder of a charity at the beginning of my leadership journey, I enrolled in this programme to gain practical tools that would help set our organisation up for long-term success. What I received went far beyond that.

Tony’s ability to adapt to the needs of every leader in the room was outstanding. We came from different industries, with varying levels of experience, yet he created an environment where everyone felt equally seen and supported. He didn’t just teach leadership tools, he modelled them, tailoring the content to our unique challenges and goals.

One of the most powerful aspects of the programme was the way we applied the tools in real time to our own organisations. The week wasn’t just theory, it was a working strategy session, supported by a room full of thinkers who became sounding boards for each other’s planning. The trust Tony built from day one turned the group into a safe, energised, and collaborative space.

The tools we received were incredibly practical, immediately applicable, and genuinely transformative. I left with a clearer vision, increased confidence, and a strong foundation to lead with intent.

Whether you’re refining your leadership approach or navigating a new direction, this programme offers immense value. I would highly recommend it to leaders at any stage of their journey who are serious about strategy, connection, and impact.
Amanda McMillan- Teddy Foundation
  
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   Amanda McMillan 
 
 
 
 
     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. If you're thinking about doing this course, it was excellent. Tony is a very good trainer, his experiences and background make for an insightful and enjoyable learning experience. I got a lot out of this course, and I highly recommend it.
  
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   Ben Gordon 
 
 
 
 
     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I really enjoyed the Operational management leadership course – it was great. Tony was amazing, and I learned so much that’s already helping with my work and boosting my confidence in general. The way he broke things down made everything much clearer, and showed me exactly how I’ll be able to put it into practice

I also loved how the course was super relevant to real life situations, and the examples really helped tie everything together. It’s definitely something I’d recommend to anyone looking to level up their skills or just feel more confident.

Thanks again for such a solid program!
  
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   Ellie Metcalfe 
 
 
 
 
     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The HALO Training Leadership course is absolutely amazing! Tony brings such a unique perspective with his military background, and the way he approaches leadership is both engaging and eye-opening. I was hooked from start to finish and loved every minute of it. Can’t wait for the rest of the modules—highly recommend this course to anyone wanting to level up their leadership skills!
  
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   Cheryl Robertson