When we make with our hands we can see the waste, inefficiencies and breakdown in our production systems. Similarly, we can see opportunities to optimise and increase impactful outcomes. But when we make with our minds collectively - knowledge work at scale – we fail to see the cause of the waste, inefficiencies and breakdown in our work. And worse, we do injustices to the people in our teams. Not with broken hands or poisoned lungs – we send people home frustrated, disillusioned, dispirited… Show more When we make with our hands we can see the waste, inefficiencies and breakdown in our production systems. Similarly, we can see opportunities to optimise and increase impactful outcomes. But when we make with our minds collectively - knowledge work at scale – we fail to see the cause of the waste, inefficiencies and breakdown in our work. And worse, we do injustices to the people in our teams. Not with broken hands or poisoned lungs – we send people home frustrated, disillusioned, dispirited, distressed, and damaged; broken in our heads, hearts and being.We skill individuals and teams in the ways of thinking, acting and leading required to be more productive, less frustrated and most impactful in their work. Show less

Valley Outdoors specialises in delivering unique tailored outdoor experiences with a touch of luxury at a range of locations across the Southern Highlands and NSW South Coast. The business offers a range of accessible, inclusive adventures in the natural world, catering to groups of up to 60 people with experiences lasting from a few hours to a few days.

Outdoors NSW & ACT is the peak body for Outdoor Recreation, Outdoor Education, Adventure Tourism & Nature Therapy in the state of NSW and the Australian Capital Territory.

NatCORR's aim is to build capacity and capability to be able to predict, prepare for, mitigate & respond to events, to learn and adapt to be more resilient and safer in the face of a changing climate, so that all Australians and visitors, wherever they live and whatever their age, ability and cultural background, are able to enjoy and benefit from being in the outdoors and feel safe in doing so. More at natcorr.org.au

Event Director for The F.O.C.K.: Festival of Canoe and Kayak. A celebration of recreational paddling in Australia. Find out more at thefock.com.au

Coordinating the development, implementation, promotion, delivery, monitoring and evaluation of National Parks Guided Experiences (the Walks, Talks and Tours program) for the Blue Mountains Region.

The GBMWHA advisory committee is made up of scientific and community representatives, jointly appointed by the NSW and Commonwealth Ministers for the Environment. The advisory committee provides advice on the protection, management and presentation of the GBMWHA.

Casual Teacher in the Outdoor Recreation Section at TAFE Western Institute (Lithgow Campus). Primarily involved in the delivery of training to Certificate III and IV students.

Owner and Managing Director of Blue Mountains Adventure Company bmac.com.au an adventure tourism business.

Working as an adventure guide for single day experiences in the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area. Specialising in small group (2 -10 pax) Abseiling, Climbing, Canyoning and Bushwalking expeditions.

The Australian Adventure Activity Standards provide the best practice framework for safe and responsible planning and delivery of outdoor adventure activities with dependent participants. This TWG works on the standards for led Canyoning activities across Australia.australianaas.org.au

The Australian Adventure Activity Standards provide the best practice framework for safe and responsible planning and delivery of outdoor adventure activities with dependent participants. This TWG works on the standards for led Climbing & Abseiling activities on natural rock and artificial surfaces.

The Outdoor Recreation Technical Advisory Committee (O Rec TAC) is to provide advice on behalf of the outdoor recreation sector to inform the preparation of a business case for the review of nationally recognised outdoor recreation qualifications.Key objectives of the TAC: Define training package work required and industry imperatives for review Confirm industry job roles, functions and skills to be reflected in revised training package components  Understand the potential… Show more The Outdoor Recreation Technical Advisory Committee (O Rec TAC) is to provide advice on behalf of the outdoor recreation sector to inform the preparation of a business case for the review of nationally recognised outdoor recreation qualifications.Key objectives of the TAC: Define training package work required and industry imperatives for review Confirm industry job roles, functions and skills to be reflected in revised training package components  Understand the potential impact of the proposed changes on industry Explain how the proposed changes meet government priorities Incorporate recommendations from ASQA equine review, as appropriate Identify how units of competency from other training packages are used within O Rec training package Identify any national standards that exist within the sector and consider how/if these should be addressed in the training package Show less

Outdoors NSW is recognised by the State Government as peak body for the outdoors in NSW, the organisation, (formerly known as ORIC), represents the outdoor community, advances outdoor standards, safety and practices, and fosters greater participation in the outdoors. In addition to my general committee role, I was the treasurer of the organisation while the organisation was transitioning from ORIC to Outdoors NSW. I was also one of the key drivers of the overhaul of organisation's constitution… Show more Outdoors NSW is recognised by the State Government as peak body for the outdoors in NSW, the organisation, (formerly known as ORIC), represents the outdoor community, advances outdoor standards, safety and practices, and fosters greater participation in the outdoors. In addition to my general committee role, I was the treasurer of the organisation while the organisation was transitioning from ORIC to Outdoors NSW. I was also one of the key drivers of the overhaul of organisation's constitution as part of the transition. Show less

Appointed by The Outdoor Council of Australia as a representative from the Outdoor Recreation industry to be part of the sector reference group (SRG) for the quality update of the SIS10 training package (Outdoor Recreation). The role includes developing the scope of the review project, providing connections and networks for consultation, and sharing knowledge of the skills and knowledge needed within the Outdoor Recreation industry.

Blue Mountains Lithgow & Oberon Tourism, (BMLOT) is the official regional tourism organisation covering the local government areas of Blue Mountains, Lithgow and Oberon. Industry led and membership based, BMLOT has strategically marketed the destination since October 1998 as a not-for-profit organisation.The Vision of BMLOT is that the Blue Mountains, Lithgow and Oberon region will become Australia's premier nature-based recreation destination and an internationally recognised leader in… Show more Blue Mountains Lithgow & Oberon Tourism, (BMLOT) is the official regional tourism organisation covering the local government areas of Blue Mountains, Lithgow and Oberon. Industry led and membership based, BMLOT has strategically marketed the destination since October 1998 as a not-for-profit organisation.The Vision of BMLOT is that the Blue Mountains, Lithgow and Oberon region will become Australia's premier nature-based recreation destination and an internationally recognised leader in sustainable tourism practice with an increase in visitors and repeat visitation. Show less

Casual Teacher in the Outdoor Recreation Section at TAFE Western Institute (Lithgow Campus). Primarily involved in the delivery of the Canyoning skill area for TVET (Certificate II) students, but also some other skill areas and qualification levels from time to time.

ORIC is the peak body for Outdoor Recreation in NSW. One of 9 committee members overseeing the association. The role involved contributing to various projects within ORIC and in partnership with the Department of Sport and Recreation and Service Skills Australia (now Skills IQ).

Worked in a huge variety of businesses including outdoor education, adventure tourism and major outdoor events. Primarily in the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area.Experience within the sector includes short stints in outdoor events and competitive outdoor activities, outdoor education, youth and community organisations (including the volunteer sector), adventure/eco/nature-based tourism in urban, farm, bush and wilderness settings, adventure/outdoor publishing, artificial amusement… Show more Worked in a huge variety of businesses including outdoor education, adventure tourism and major outdoor events. Primarily in the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area.Experience within the sector includes short stints in outdoor events and competitive outdoor activities, outdoor education, youth and community organisations (including the volunteer sector), adventure/eco/nature-based tourism in urban, farm, bush and wilderness settings, adventure/outdoor publishing, artificial amusement venues (climbing gyms, etc), residential campsite operators, equipment providers, remote first aid support, clubs and interest groups, some experience working with the armed services, emergency/rescue and team building and facilitation.This work has been in small, one person operations and large, multi-national organisations with groups as small as 3 and as large as 100. Employed at all levels from administrative and field roles to training and management. Main activities facilitated included abseiling, bushwalking, canyoning and climbing, along with flat water canoeing, artificial climbing and abseiling facilities, high and low ropes. Show less