My journey into advocacy wasn’t planned. It started with my daughter’s autism diagnosis, a moment that flipped my world upside down. She was non-verbal as a child, which meant we had to find new ways to communicate. That experience taught me that having a voice and knowing how to use it are two very different things. And that’s true for all of us. I learned that real leadership isn’t just about speaking up; it’s about listening, meeting people where they are, and actually doing the work, not just talking about it.
I’ve never been someone who sits on the sidelines. I believe in asking the tough questions, making the hard calls, and getting my hands dirty. There’s no perfect decision, there are always trade-offs. But if we’re honest about the challenges, open to different perspectives, and willing to collaborate, we can build real solutions that actually work.
With a background in business and innovation, I’ve spent my career leading high-impact projects, building strong teams, and making things happen. I’ve worked across both public and private sectors, transforming organisations, improving policies, and driving real change. My strength is seeing the big picture while making sure the details actually get done. As General Manager of Youth Voices Action, I make sure young people don’t just get a seat at the table, they have an actual say in what happens. Our youth panel isn’t about ticking a box; it’s about real influence. I also run Lobby for Good, where we bridge the gap between people and politicians, exposing backroom deals and pushing for real transparency and genuine community collaboration. At the end of the day, I care about impact. If you do too, let’s connect.