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Melbourne, Vic, Au

Melbourne, Vic, Au

Acton, Act, Au

The ON Program accelerates Australia’s most promising research breakthroughs. We empower brilliant researchers with the skills, networks and pathways to translate big ideas into real-world impact.Through a series of events and experiences, our ON programs provide researchers with the skills and knowledge to realise the pathways to growth, beyond academia and commercialisation.Since development in 2015, the ON program has delivered training and support to thousands of people, creating a legacy and community of researchers, founders, industry experts, advisors, and investors that participants can lean into.

Palo Alto, Ca, Us

Launching the world's largest pre-seed startup accelerator in Melbourne. The Founder Institute has helped launch over 5,000 companies across 200+ cities and six continents.Currently recruiting early stage Founders for our Melbourne program.

Sydney, Nsw, Au

Sydney, Nsw, Au

Responsible for the end-to-end startup community experience and operations in Melbourne, supporting the best emerging tech startups to commercialise and scale through curated programs and opportunities.Responsible and accountable for relationships and growth opportunities across our Impact Network - from resident startups, Corporate Partners, Government and other ecosystem partners. As a not-for-profit, Stone Chalk's mission is to help startups commercialise and scale by supplying cutting edge innovation to corporates and governments as customers. By succeeding in this mission we are facilitating the next generation of Australia’s leading technology companies and increasing the competitiveness of established industries.

Sydney, Nsw, Au

I led the design of our community strategy and value proposition for our startups, focussed on supporting them through our 5 Pillars of Support (Capital, Customers, Expertise, Talent and Community)Also responsible for Community Programs, including the design, launch and scale of our flagship MentorMatch program and the development and launch of our Investor program across our Sydney and Melbourne offices.

Sydney, Nsw, Au

As Stone & Chalk's second employee, my role continuously evolved and expanded. From running our Commercial Events Business (managing over 500+ events a year, showcasing thought leadership and collaboration between industry, startups, VCs, government and universities); to overseeing our Marketing and Communications Strategy and team and working closely with the KPMG PR team; to relationship management of several Corporate and Industry Partners (Equifax, Allens Linklaters, FINSIA, CUA, TAL, Thomson Reuters, Westpac, Optus); to developing and implementing strategic Community Programs. such as our Fintern Fever, our renowned Mentor Program, our Founder's Circle. and creating our community rituals like Sweet Spot and Chalk Chills.Over the course of two years, I wore just about every hat, dedicating myself to the growth of the fintech ecosystem and the success of our startups. I've seen firsthand the power of the network effect and I've been there since the very first pitch session by fintech startups wanting a spot in the 'physical centre of gravity' that was to be Stone & Chalk.

Working as part of a small team raising significant capital to help young people in crisis rehabilitate and turn their lives around. During my time at the Foundation, my own brother battled and ultimately lost his own life to addiction. My work here helped me gain a valuable perspective which helped me cope and manage my own family crisis playing out at the same time.

Bondi Junction, Nsw, Au

Independent philanthropic foundation established by Lend Lease Founder, Dick Dusseldorp, focused on improving education, health and social outcomes for young people across Australia. As Communications Program manager I led the development and management of the complete organisational re-brand and communications strategy. As part of my role I was also responsible for overseeing the relationships and contractual obligations of several of our fund recipients.

Surry Hills, New South Wales, Au

Community planning and engagement consultancy delivering innovative and sustainable community outcomes that balance diverse stakeholder needs. As part of this project, I was part of a team of three charged with developing the youth strategy for the Tweed Shire Council, which resulted in $500K to implement the recommendations we put forward. As part of this I co-designed a campaign with community stakeholders and sough feedback from the community at large. This Strategy and Engagement campaign won the 2013 NSW PIA Award for excellence.

Sydney, Nsw, Au

Walkley award-winning project 'The Block: Stories From a Meeting Place'​, is a documentary and virtual time capsule that explores the history and significance of Redfern’s Indigenous-owned housing precinct. I worked closely with the director/ producer to as the main editor and content producer on this interactive online documentary that gained successful award nominations, including:-Winner of the 2012 Walkley Award for Coverage of Indigenous Affairs-Official selection at IDFA Doclab-Best Online at UNAA Media Peace Awards-Best Use of Video and Best Cultural and Lifestyles at AIMIA Awards

Ultimo, Nsw, Au

Vibewire is youth-led community of creative and entrepreneurial change-makers. We opened Australia's first co-work space in 2008 bringing together young people, the arts, culture, business and ideas. The organisation has been around since 2000, and has provided a launch pad for so many of our current business, media, arts and intrapreneurial leaders. • Successfully recovered org's financial position via a restructure; engaged external industry mentors established a new board; redesigned the facilities; built a new team; and implemented new systems and processes that enabled us to re-emerge as a leading Australian youth organisation• Successfully secured over $500K in funding p.a. through government grants, sponsorship, and pro bono services.• Managed and launched Australia's first co-work space, the Vibewire Innovation Lab (formerly SquareOne) and incubated dozens of social, tech and creative enterprises.• Developed and launched a successful partnership with Google to create a Youtube channel for young Australians to have their say on the Federal election. This was a first of its kind partnership for Google. • Hosted a yearly program of events including: Young Entrepreneurs Sydney Meetup group (3000+ members); media makers training; creative and business workshops; Ted X satellite events; fundraising/ social change/ advocacy events; and mentoring programs.• Executed a highly sought after internship program that provided practical work experience to hundreds of young people, launching them into careers in media, arts and entrepreneurship.• Created the monthly fastBREAK innovation talk series at the Powerhouse Museum, Ultimo, bringing together an intergenerational mix of industry professionals, thought leaders, entrepreneurs, creatives and young innovators.• Effectively managed development of website content, design collateral, press releases, social media, newsletters, sponsorship docs, grant submissions/ acquittals, etc, with minimal resources.

Ultimo, Nsw, Au

• Successfully implemented national marketing campaigns for various Vibewire projects, including: the e-Festival of Ideas (Australia’s first virtual conference that engaged thousands of young people nationally in online panels and discussions with thought leaders, artists and policy makers); Reelife (emerging filmmaker film festival at Dendy Cinemas).• Leading, managing and mentoring Marketing and Coms team of eight. Maintained oversight and successful delivery of joint project with SBS during the World Youth Day event, which delivered live coverage of events in and around Sydney. • Designed and implemented an effective marketing campaign for Sydney’s first co-work space, that attracted a full house of various residents in the creative, social and technology sectors.

Making Links was a conference working at the intersection of social action and IT – providing an important platform and professional development opportunity for community workers, educators, trainers, not-for-profit organisations, those who work with marginalised groups, activists and researchers. The conference, which was founded in 2004, was organised by a steering committee composed of representatives from a range of not-for-profit organisations.

Certificate Of Specialization In Leadership And Management

Bachelor’S Degree, Communication And Media Studies

Bachelor Of Communication Media (Exchange Program), Media, Journalism, Communications