Archives: Team Members

As a Global Advisor-Strategist who advocates for Social Justice and Economic Security, Cathy leverages het 35+ years of experience in securitization, finance, counselling, and conscious leadership with an Antifragile framework to support conscious visionaries, philanthropists, governments, and business leaders shift the paradigm their vision into the world to bring about equitable and democrstic solutions. She…

Storyteller & Wordsmith, MC, Comedian, 2024 Telstra Best of Business Awards Accelerating Women Winner Queensland.

I am an accredited Strengths Profiler, experienced CEO, Board Director, and Leadership Coach. I have a deep understanding of the sector and the unique challenges and opportunities it is facing. I bring expertise in the development of innovative, outcomes-focused strategy and strengths-based leadership that cascades through every level of the organization.

We bring a unique skill set to the table, translating technical expertise into practical solutions for SME’s. We are your dedicated partners on your journey, as you and your people grow. We ensure your business remains compliant and drive continuous improvement and HR best practice. We are commercially minded and help you translate your vision…

Helping brands work harder, look better and achieve more. Align commitments, culture and communication for sustainable growth. Helping organisations get their great ideas out the door, faster.

I am passionate about neurodiverse employment and focus my energies on providing inclusive solutions. My career started in education and has continued in NFP, public health and corporate environments where it has afforded me a deep understanding of the complexity of neurodivergence and equity across children and adulthood. As a consultant, I understand the strengths,…

Works to provide Qualified Professional Coach Training- for Bambuddha coaches to ensure ethical, legal & responsibly to International standards. I believe the key to making any business or role successful is to keep it moving forward – to continuously look for the next development, strategy or idea. I believe in creating variety, and looking outside…

Qualified as an Executive Coach (PCC, ICF) and Holistic Counsellor, I am passionate about helping people transform and discover their greatness to enable them to show up as the most empowered and holistically healthy version of themselves. My style has been described as refreshingly authentic and bespoke which is designed to support my clients in…

Specializing in headshots and business branding. Helping people feel confident and relaxed on camera is my specialty. I work primarily with businesses and help them to create a unified face for their brand through bespoke photography designed around their business objectives.

Described by her team as a ‘kind and supportive leader’, Dominique has demonstrated experience managing the needs of a fast-growing business, building long-term relationships, and influencing and engaging internal and external stakeholders in collaborative partnerships. Her career demonstrates consistent achievement delivering business objectives while increasing business efficiencies, profitability and brand value while navigating a challenging…

Monica is one of Australia’s leading educators and speakers on the topic of communication and storytelling. She has worked in the media industry globally for over 25 years and has helped thousands of people communicate their stories, to an audience of millions. Monica is on a mission to unleash the true storytelling superpower of leaders,…

Charlie is a Leadership and Executive Coach.  He is a strengths-based coach with IECL & Leadership Circle Profile certified practitioner bringing a diverse background as a business owner and leader not only in agencies (20+ years) but also in technology, consulting, insurance, telecommunications, not-for-profit, engineering, and airlines. Charlie is driven to make a difference, influencing…

Winangar Guru is the official Bambuddha Advisory Partner and is a 100% Indigenous-owned consultancy specialising in the execution of Indigenous Australian Inclusion Program and Reconciliation Action Plan development. Sharon and her team work with your company to develop and implement an Indigenous Inclusion Program and RAP that best fits the company’s principles and end goal…

Manisha is the chief strategist and visionary at the Centre for Inclusive Design. With a background in strategic marketing, communication, transforming cultures, and creativity she is a thought leader in the power of thinking from the edge. Manisha has a unique talent for seeing beyond the horizon to emerging trends, defining them, and building powerful…

Jo Bowes started her career as a lawyer and risk and governance specialist who made money and reputations all over the world for financial powerhouses. Jo was a Macquarie Bank divisional director and a KPMG director, leading risk management support to the Commonwealth Bank of Australia following the Royal Banking Commission. Jo provides strategic, future-focused…

I am passionate about helping people, teams and organisations successfully pursue their potential and achieve peak performance. I help people lead authentically, navigate change and make courageous decisions in their career and life to pursue their potential. I help people see the positives in, and possibilities of, their situation, help them to plan and implement…

Sarah’s humorous and heartfelt communication style is a unique gift that flows through her words and paint as she creates a unique masterpiece that is bespoke to each client. Specialties: speed painting, international speaker and team building.

Is the co-founder of Carbon Halo, an organization committed to helping businesses become empowered by simplifying ways to take positive climate action.  Having spent 20+ years in corporate business, as an accredited carbon specialist has seen the impact on our environment and the difficulty for most to do something about it, Richie is on a…

(Strengths: Love of learning, Love, Perspective, Curiosity, Social Intelligence) Rob is a management consultant with a passion for performance through trust, courage and vulnerability. His core strengths are facilitation, strategic planning, bringing teams together to achieve a common goal and creating safe spaces for saying what needs to be said. Rob has worked across corporate…

Danica Lani is a seasoned facilitator and advisor dedicated to supporting LGBTIQA+ inclusion, bringing a wealth of experience and expertise to her work. With a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities within diverse communities, Danica is committed to fostering environments where every individual feels valued and included. Working in alignment with Bambuddha Group’s…

Martine specializes in : Psychosocial and Workplace mental health advisory services, Tailored talks & workshops, Wellbeing, Mental Health, Executive Coaching, Stress, Productivity, Relationships, Communication

Simon redefines leadership from the inside out and apply the latest in coaching psychology research along with evidence based assessment tools to create insights that facilitate development and growth. He walks with his clients to develop greater perspective taking capacity to enable them to lead in complex environments successfully. Simon supports clients every step of…

(Strengths: Kindness, Perspective, Gratitude, Honesty and Social Intelligence) With a background in Leadership Development, Diversity, Recruitment & Talent strategy, Georgia is deeply passionate about workaround mindsets and behaviours, diversity in leadership and supporting leaders to find meaning in what they do and lead as the most authentic versions of themselves. Georgia has spent the majority…

(Strengths: Kindness, diligence, fairness and love of learning  – with a few others thrown in to the mix when needed) Originally from NZ and with a long and diverse background from IT to customer service and business development, Fern runs her own Virtual Assistant business (Your PA and More). She is the team ‘Mum’, the…

(Strengths: Zest, Curiosity, Love of Learning) Mariane is unashamedly obsessed with all things related to human potential. A forward-thinking Clinical Psychologist, Speaker and Executive Coach specializing in neurodivergent leadership. Award-winning entrepreneur, with a notable record of scaling science-backed solutions through The Posify Group that equip today and tomorrow’s workforce to be ‘future fit’. Driven by…

Certified and Accredited Professional Coach Sustainability Professional Former Lawyer

As a Senior Executive Coach and Career Strategist, I support you in amplifying your personal and professional success by igniting conversations with curious questions. With a passion for inspiring leaders to get out of their own way and realise their full potential, I help you feel energised and move forward. I offer a depth of…

With over 22 years of experience in strategic marketing and event planning, I lead Best Case Scenario Marketing, a seasoned team of professionals that amplifies customer engagement strategies for technology innovators targeting key sectors such as Government, Healthcare, Banking & Finance, and Enterprise. We work with industry leaders like Microsoft, Broadcom, and NSW Department of…

I support leaders with achieving their professional goals, whilst furthering their wellbeing and that of their teams. I am an Executive Coach, Keynote Speaker, Award Winning Author, and Deloitte University Faculty member with a depth of business experience stemming from over 30 years in the professional services industry. The intersection of my lived-leadership experience coupled…

Debbie Haski-Leventhal is  an expert on corporate social responsibility (CSR), purpose, and impact. She is the author of five books, including the best-selling Make it Meaningful (Simon & Schuster, 2023); Strategic CSR (SAGE, 2nd edition 2021), and The Purpose-Driven University (Emerald, 2020). She has also published over 60 academic papers, and her work has been…

Passionate about powerful stories of impact and change, Siena brings with her an extensive background in brand development, marketing strategy, and content production.

A leadership executive who specializes in organisational transformation to support business growth through strategy development, governance, human resources, workplace health & safety, project management and change management. Adam has been dedicated to the social sector for over 20 years and possesses a genuine passion for the positive impact that not-for-profit organisations can have on peoples’…

As an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) consultant, Jo is driven by a passion for creating environments where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. With a deep understanding of the complex dynamics of diversity within organisations, she strives to foster inclusive cultures where individuals from all backgrounds can thrive through adopting a strategic…

Shelly hails from Dublin and has been in Australia for over a decade.  Shelly has a Bachelor of Science in Media and Communications, specialising in television production. She also has a Diploma in Leadership and Management and is the Founder of Dream Culture. Shelly previously worked as the Training and Development advisor for the Merivale…

(Strengths: Gratitude, Fairness, Humour, Curiosity, Appreciation of Beauty and Excellence) Originally from the UK Rachel is our creative of the group. With an extensive background in marketing in both the corporate and NFP sector. With a degree in design and communication, she works with Bambuddha members and partners to tell the stories of impact from…

Amie Morris is a dynamic media professional with over 25 years of experience across television, radio, and podcasting. A former TV presenter and radio host, Amie built her career both in front of the camera and behind the scenes, bringing stories to life with authenticity, creativity, and emotional intelligence. As a senior TV producer, Amie…

(Strengths: Bravery, Creativity, Humour, Kindness, Appreciation of Beauty and Excellence) Anna Sheppard, Founder and CEO of Bambuddha Group strongly believes the power of Kindness is world-changing. With a deep commitment for creating equality based on her lived experience, Anna began Bambuddha Group to empower corporate leaders and their teams on how to ‘work kinder’. The team at…