Our Founder

After a few years of raising our young family, I found myself lacking in confidence and direction. I didn’t want to return to private practice the way I knew it, but I found myself wanting more.

Unpacking lunchboxes, folding washing… was this it? I knew I had more to contribute but had left the workforce at a time where it felt as if being a present parent and having a meaningful career were mutually exclusive.

Not finding anything that was both flexible and meaningful on jobs boards, I returned to study. During the capstone project of my MBA, I explored the issues and restraining forces preventing highly trained people from returning to the workforce.

I discovered that employers in Australia are suffering from historically tight labour market. There is a “war for talent”; with organisations desperately seeking innovative ways to attract and retain talent. These forward-thinking organisations want access to new talent – but this extraordinary talent was, like me, stuck behind benches and in pick up lines wondering, “is this all?”.

My aim is to see no more ambitious women left choosing between raising a family and pursuing a career.

For our daughters to know they can take a career pause and return with impact. To make sure the incredible skill, talent and insight these women represent are brought back into the workforce to help solve problems, strategise, innovate and contribute to the economy.

I wish Act 2 existed when I first took maternity leave and that I knew these opportunities existed. Far from admin-only roles in public service organisations, there are amazing employers with meaningful roles ready to meet you where you are. Genuine opportunities to contribute value and regain financial independence after your career break.