I currently work in environmental management which combines my profession and passion. After a successful early career in both the hospitality and fitness industry, I returned to university to take on a different career path which is both challenging and interesting. I always had an inherent interest in conservation and philosophy which led to me enrolling in undergraduate Bachelor of Science majoring in Environmental Management with a Bachelor of Arts Majoring in Philosophy. Education always has the potential to ignite the flames of knowledgeMy early work was spent volunteering with Keep Australia Beautiful and Conservation Volunteers. The appeal of Urban Sustainability was bolstered with my work as an Environmental Consultant with Knowwaste. The significance of the issue has been further emphasised in my role with Cleanaway as a Resource Recovery Officer. This has led me to begin a Master of Sustainability and Climate Policy, adding further fuel to the knowledge fire.My journey so far has helped me to deliver on the principles of sustainability. I regard myself as fortunate to have found my purpose and this helps motivate me on my quest to make my community, country and planet a more sustainable place to live.