Danush Parameswaran
Behavioural Transformation & Learning Specialist
Kuala Lumpur
Summary
Behavioural transformation and learning specialist with a strong track record of driving mindset and performance change in high-resistance environments. Experienced in influencing individuals to overcome internal barriers, align with purpose, and translate intent into sustained action—resulting in improved engagement, programme progression, and measurable outcomes.
Recognised for delivering record programme growth and consistently converting disengaged individuals into committed participants. Brings a unique combination of coaching, facilitation, and operational experience, with the ability to connect behavioural change to business outcomes including conversion, retention, and performance improvement.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Legacy Programme Manager
Heart Knocks Sdn Bhd
2021.04 - Current
- Drove participant engagement and progression across leadership development programmes, contributing to sustained high conversion rates between programme levels
- Delivered record-breaking Level 2 and Level 3 cohorts (40+ and 30+ participants respectively), the highest in company history
- Led behavioural interventions for disengaged and resistant participants, consistently converting them into active and committed contributors
- Enabled individuals to overcome internal barriers and execute on personal and professional goals with greater clarity and accountability
- Contributed directly to programme growth through high-impact coaching and participant influence
- Identified as a key driver of engagement, with observable decline in progression metrics following transition out of role
Discovery Training Programme Manager
Milestone Trainings Sdn Bhd
2019.11 - 2020.09
- Coached participants 1-on-1 to clarify purpose and readiness for transformational training
- Managed end-to-end enrolment pipeline, driving commitment and attendance
- Increased programme engagement through structured pre-training preparation
- Supported participant progression across multi-level training programmes
External Auditor
Ernst & Young Kuala Lumpur
2015.09 - 2019.11
- Verified accuracy, compliance and completeness of team auditing work.
- Trained junior auditors in best practices, improving overall team performance and skill sets.
- Conducted thorough reviews of financial statements, ensuring compliance with GAAP and other regulatory requirements.
- Built strong relationships with clients, fostering trust and open communication to facilitate accurate audits.
- Presented clear, concise audit findings reports to management, detailing observations and recommended corrective actions for identified issues.
Education
No Degree - Certified Samurai Game Facilitator
10.2023
ICAEW - Accounting
09.2019
Associate Coach Certificate - Ontological Coaching
02.2022
Skills
Behavioural & Mindset Transformation
Learning & Development Facilitation
Participant Engagement & Conversion Strategy
Stakeholder Influence & Resistance Management
Coaching & Performance Enablement
Training Design & Delivery
Timeline
Legacy Programme Manager - Heart Knocks Sdn Bhd
2021.04 - Current
Discovery Training Programme Manager - Milestone Trainings Sdn Bhd
2019.11 - 2020.09
External Auditor - Ernst & Young Kuala Lumpur
2015.09 - 2019.11
The Samurai Game Associates - No Degree, Certified Samurai Game Facilitator
Sunway University College - ICAEW, Accounting
International Coaching Federation - Associate Coach Certificate, Ontological Coaching