Isely Associates International works with growth-oriented organisations to effectively address people issues, enabling maximum value creation from mergers, acquisitions and other similar business transactions. Consideration of organisation culture in the deal strategy and before a transaction closes, as well as through integration and beyond, is crucial for delivering expected business outcomes. Isely Associates uses the Walking the Talk culture management tools and approach to identify and address cultural issues throughout the deal cycle. Karen is the Founder and Principal of Isely Associates, and brings together teams of independent Walking the Talk accredited consultants to deliver complete culture management solutions.