Experienced Leadership. A practical, thoughtful approach to HR.
About Sue
I’m Sue Brouse, CPHR, Principal Consultant at Pulse HR Consulting. I bring more than 30 years of experience in people management, organizational leadership and human resources to my work with clients across the private, public and nonprofit sectors.
My approach is grounded in listening, understanding the bigger picture and finding practical solutions to complex workplace challenges. I believe effective HR advice requires more than knowing the rules; It takes sound judgment, an appreciation of organizational dynamics and the ability to navigate difficult situations with fairness, sensitivity and confidence.
My Background
My career began in the film industry as a casting director, where I was responsible for recruiting talent for more than 35 feature films, from major productions to independent projects. Working in a fast-paced, people-focused industry sparked my interest in how leadership, workplace practices and organizational culture influence performance and engagement.
I subsequently pursued formal studies in human resources and earned my Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) designation in 2011.
I went on to serve for 10 years as Director of Member Services and Human Resources at UBCP/ACTRA, the BC branch of Canada’s performers’ union. In this leadership role, I worked closely with the Board and staff to strengthen organizational effectiveness, improve member services and navigate complex employment and labour relations matters.
My work included leading three rounds of staff collective bargaining, managing and conducting investigations, improving complaint processes, supporting equity and inclusion initiatives, and contributing to organizational and strategic planning. I also established the UBCP/ACTRA Awards, an annual recognition program that continues to celebrate excellence among BC performers.
Today, through Pulse HR Consulting, I draw on this breadth of experience to support organizations with workplace investigations, governance, strategic planning, leadership effectiveness, employee engagement and practical HR advice.
Beyond Consulting
I believe strongly in the value of community involvement and good governance. As a current director and past Chair of the Whistler Film Festival Board of Directors, I’ve contributed to organizational leadership, governance improvements and navigating the challenges facing nonprofit arts organizations.
This experience complements my consulting work and gives me a firsthand appreciation of the opportunities and challenges faced by boards, executive directors and organizational leaders.
Let’s Connect
Whether you’re navigating a sensitive workplace issue, strengthening your governance practices or looking for experienced HR guidance, I’d welcome the opportunity to discuss how I can help.
Reach out to start a conversation.