Trainers

Damian has more than 20 years of experience in training and assessing at universities and private colleges. Through his roles as a Director of Studies and then Principal at NSW and QLD private training organisations, Damian has had substantial practical management experience in Australia's VET sector. After completing an Honours degree in Economics, he obtained a Masters of Business Administration in addition to relevant vocational qualifications in Training and Assessment.

Phillip brings a strong background in Learning and Development and Project Management to the team.  This includes experience in both the corporate sector and within RTO environments. Originally building his career in management roles, Phillip has since moved into the training world, specializing in organizational leadership, professional development and coaching skills. His ability to relate his workplace experience to training has made him an engaging and interesting facilitator.

Tony is an engaging speaker bringing fun and energy to the training room, drawing experience from a range of sectors including Retail and the Community Services where he performed both Management and Learning and Development roles. Having over six years’ experience in both organisational learning and training and assessment, Tony puts an emphasis on how excellent training practices can increase organisational performance.

Julie has a successful track record in learning and development, working with Registered Training Organisations, in both the public and private sector for over 20 years. She has gained a variety of qualifications in the L&D space, including a Diploma of Vocational Education and Training and a Graduate Certificate in Training and Development. In addition to this, Julie is an accredited practitioner in DiSC and Brain Based Coaching and as also a Certified Practitioner in Emotional Intelligence.

Kim moved to Australia from South Africa in 2011 and completed Diplomas in Vocational Education and Training as well as Leadership and Management. She then proceeded to study further and obtained her certificate IV in TESOL and Certificate III in Business and Business administration to equip her to provide the best quality training and support possible.