Leading by example – Amanda

Amanda Theodosiou is the Relationship Development Manager at GT Insurance, based in Brisbane. With an insurance career spanning 30 years, Amanda has a diverse skillset across many facets including loss adjusting, operations, claims, new business and learning & development.

Amanda is a collaborative and solutions-focused leader, who is passionate about developing and implementing successful business strategies that drive growth and create value for clients. Her deep understanding of the insurance industry, combined with her compassionate and client-centric approach, has earned her a reputation as an influential leader who is committed to achieving favourable outcomes for her clients.

Professor Ambika Zutshi
Dean, Peter Faber Business School

Ambika is Professor and Dean of the Peter Faber Business School. She has undertaken several senior strategic leadership roles at university, faculty, and department levels at UniSQ and, previously, at Deakin University. These include Acting Associate Dean Research, Acting Associate Head Research, Acting Head of Department, Chair (and Deputy Chair) of the University Appeal Committee, Chair of the Human Ethics Advisory Group, and Chair of Academic Progress Committee.

Ambika holds a Bachelor of Environmental Sciences, Master of Environmental Management, and Doctor of Philosophy specialising in Environmental Management. Her current research is focused on corporate social responsibility, food waste/insecurity, higher education, supply chain management, and stakeholder relationships. Ambika has over 100 publications and her research has achieved significant impact nationally and internationally. She is lead CI or co-CI on funded projects with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Tata Consultancy Services, and the Australian Bureau of Statistics.

Ambika is currently an Australasian Associate Editor of the European Business Review, editorial board member of the International Journal of Consumer Studies, and editorial advisory board member of Management of Environmental Quality. Ambika is also an active contributor to several peak bodies, including the Academy of Management, the International Association for Business and Society, and the Australia & New Zealand Academy of Management Operations Symposium.

Esme is a senior human resources executive with experience that spans over the full scope of Human Resources. She has worked in a diverse range of industries for national and regional organisations across the Private and Not-for-Profit sectors. Her experience includes HR which includes, but is not limited to Cultural Change, Talent Management, Remuneration & Benefits, IR/ER, Organisational Design, Leadership Development, Change Management, Technology development and implementation.
Recognised for efficiencies, achievements and maximising performance through developing and implementing strategies, working closely with the business to deliver on their goals and strategies. Develop and brings out the best in people. We are always looking at improvement in practices and processes.

Life is made up of a series of moments. Each one leads to a new version of you. Which version are you choosing? As a spiritual coach & advisor, I partner with high-achieving entrepreneurs, CEOs, and business owners who, despite their success, feel a profound sense of unfulfillment and disconnection from their true selves and what is next in life.

Many of my clients make for very smart, successful, talented high achievers, outwardly appearing to have all the answers, yet peeking inside a lack of authenticity and a need to wear a mask to hide behind.

Many struggling with the same common challenges such as:

Burnout, anxiety and a lack of motivation & will to continue on;
Feelings of emptiness & boredom;
A deep ache, sadness or pain that no amount of business success can fill;
Fear of the unknown and what is next OR that they will die with the music still in them because they have not yet contributed to the world in all that their heart and soul truly desires
Grappling with the question of: is this all there is to life? What’s next?

I specialize in helping clients lift the veil on their true essence, shedding masks and overcoming burnout, stagnation, and dissatisfaction. I support them to navigate the fear of the unknown, reconnect with their soul’s purpose, embrace their deepest desires and navigate life’s next chapter with confidence and clarity. Creating a life that is both spiritually fulfilling and rewarding all the while stepping into their most empowered, authentic and LIT up version of themselves where there is no faking, pretending or trying to “keep up with the Jones'” it’s just a genuine sense of self, living and loving life.

Also founder of the Good Enough Initiative. The Good Enough Initiative is an online course designed to short circuit the time it takes individuals to understand that we are all born inherently whole, worthy and incredibly good enough as we are. It teaches powerful mindset strategies, educating you on how to overcome any barrier, challenge or set back and how to heal your mind from past experiences and the identity of who you think you are that is ultimately blocking you from success, happiness and self worth.

If you would like to know more capitalise on my complimentary 30 minute discovery session here: or email me at jayne@jrcoaching.com.au

Kasia Kondas
Transformational CEO | Board Director | People & Culture Strategist
Kasia Kondas is a transformational leader, coach and strategist with more than 20 years’
experience shaping inclusive leadership, high-performing cultures and people-first strategy
across heavy industry, government, health care, infrastructure, education and professional
services.
As CEO of DataDrivesInsight.com, Kasia has led a national expansion of people and
performance tools such as Team Excel and Leader Excel—a digital platform now used by
hundreds of organisations to build capability, psychological safety and measurable
performance at scale. Her leadership blends strategic foresight with deep human insight,
helping leaders and teams unlock potential, strengthen resilience, translating complexity into
clear, actionable outcomes while embedding equity, inclusion and wellbeing at the heart of
culture and strategy.

A passionate advocate for women’s leadership across the Asia Pacific, Kasia has co-
facilitated the Women in Logistics Leadership Program in Vietnam and mentored

emerging leaders through Australia Awards programs in Mongolia, delivered in
partnership with QUT International Projects and DFAT.
A former Director at Deloitte and KPMG and well as a Tech start-up, Kasia continues to
advise and coach executive teams and People & Culture leaders on transformation, leadership
development, team culture, wellbeing and the future of work.
She is dedicated to empowering women to lead with confidence, cultivate thriving teams, and
achieve growth through people-centred leadership. She is a trusted partner, sounding board
and catalyst for women who want to accelerate their careers, step into leadership and make a
lasting impact.

An enthusiastic and strategic visionary currently on a regional Gallery Not For Profit Board with an end goal of joining other Boards

Kirsten has worked as an executive for Global 500 companies in law, IT & data and embedding high performance culture. Opportunities included writing a hypothetical for Geoffrey Robertson AO QC on Artificial Intelligence in the 80’s and more recently, conducting Q&A interviews with the former Governor General Dame Quentin Bryce AD CVO, Dr Andrew Charlton (former senior economic advisor to Prime Minister Kevin Rudd and now MP for Paramatta), Jonathon Hunyor (Public Interest Advocacy Centre), Catherine Harris AO PSM FAICD (Chair of Harris Farm Market Board), Claire Braund (Women On Boards), Annabel Crabb (journalist) and world leading authority on diabetes Professor Katherine Samaras MBBS PhD FRACP.

Kirsten is a passionate Digital Explorer fascinated by technology driven applications that change the delivery of rural and remote services and potentially responsible technology for all communities.

A naturally curious, industry agnostic, Kirsten is not afraid of complexity or asking the right questions.

Director QSelect Agencies

Melissa is enjoying a 35 year career in insurance. Her experience expands across SME to Corporate Broking.  Following several years in a Sales Management role for an Insurer she took the
plunge into her own brokerage and underwriting agency, which she has owned for the past 8 years.

She is also the Brisbane Branch Director for Business in Heels and enjoys sharing her knowledge and experience through mentoring.

I’m the founder and director of Pinnacle Connect, Australia’s first impartial business dedicated to strengthening partnerships between general insurance brokers and networks.

After 25 years in the insurance industry—spanning broking, claims, leadership, and business development—I saw a clear need for a better way to connect Authorised Representatives with networks. Not through sales pitches or tech platforms, but through a structured, experience-based framework that prioritises alignment, transparency, and long-term confidence.

Pinnacle Connect exists to help brokers make informed, values-aligned decisions about their network partnerships—and to help networks attract and retain brokers who truly fit. I work closely with both sides to surface what matters most: leadership style, cultural compatibility, strategic direction, and mutual expectations.

My approach is impartial, collaborative, and grounded in real-world understanding. I’m here to elevate the broker-network relationship—because when the right people connect, everyone grows.

Orla is a senior technology leader, skilled in leading teams and delivering large scale and transformative
national and international programs of work across multiple industries.
Recognised for talents in strategy development, innovation and delivery. A strong track record of converting
strategic plans into tactical reality through guiding and empowering teams to deliver at pace, and effectively
managing the resulting transformational change.
Experienced in utilising emerging technologies and practices to develop new digital products and experiences,
resulting in enhanced customer experiences and elevated sales conversion

In her current capacity as Broker Solutions Manager QLD, Tiana Iuvale leads a team of market-facing Account Partners and Business Relationship Partners, who are the face of the CGU brand in broker offices as far north as Cairns and as far south as Northern NSW.   Her role encompasses key metrics focused on building strong partner relationships, sustainable growth, and profitability through authentic leadership, to bring to life the IAG purpose of making our world a safer place.

After graduating with a Degree in Communication she gained leadership experience in operations, finance, project management, sales and marketing across a range of industries including advertising, retail, wholesaling and premium funding. Prior to taking on a state leadership role, Tiana gained valuable experience working as a BDM and National Key Account Manager at CGU.

As a working mother of two wonderful young gentlemen, Tiana has a deep personal interest in all aspects of diversity and inclusion.  Speaking from the heart, she is determined to share her career and life experiences truthfully and honestly in the hope of inspiring future generations of leaders to create balanced, equitable and flexible workplaces where everyone can thrive.

15+ years experience in journalism, communications, public relations and community engagement, I co-founded a boutique marketing agency, Two Four One Branding. We specialise in helping early stage entrepreneurs to launch their business strategically, with a solid marketing plan and a deeper understanding of marketing in the early stage of their business.
My equal passion and focus is on human behaviour and personal growth. As a trained Life Coach, I work with business owners to release the personal blocks that are in their way of success. Knowing what to do is one thing, having the confidence and self belief is another.
I personally experienced losing a business because of my limiting beliefs and it’s important to me now that business owners everywhere have access to the education and awareness that can free them from a cycle of struggle.
I support entrepreneurs with 1:1 coaching, and I co-host our Resilient Entrepreneurs with Two Four One podcast – on Apple, Spotify and YouTube.
On another note, my newest coaching program is for women aged between 60 and 80 years, to be age-empowered; this means to age joyfully and make these their best years.

Journalism (BA) from Curtin University, Australia, Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Henley Management College (Reading University), UK.

I am a Chartered Structural Engineer (CPEng, RPEQ) with experience across multiple industries including government, mining, industrial, commercial, residential, defence. I enjoy working on EPC projects that I can see from start to finish. My skills lay in problem solving, being able to communicate technical items in a simple way, big picture thinking, managing projects, risk and assets.