Kath Thom
Expertise in Nonprofit Organizations, Coaching & Community Engagement, CEO of Peninsula Leisure

As the CEO of Peninsula Leisure Kath Thom is extremely well placed to deliver more for her community.

This wholly owned subsidiary company of Frankston City Council, is focused on improving lives by inspiring activity and connection. Peninsula Leisure manages the flagship PARC facility in Frankston, the seasonal Pines Forest Aquatic Centre, in Frankston’s North and the Frankston Skatepark. Within this agile model of management, Kath and her talented team have also committed to tackling more, with a specific mission that ‘Every Child in Frankston Can Swim’, aiming to support a reduction in drowning incidents on the Peninsula. Next, they are committed to getting more people, more active, more often, and building a happier, healthier Frankston community.

Jodie Belyea
Federal MP Dunkley

Jodie is a Frankston mum who lives with her husband Dave and their son Flynn, who goes to Frankston High School. They have two dogs and a mortgage. The late Peta Murphy MP and Jodie Belyea shared a passion to make a difference in our local community. Peta supported Jodie’s work with local women doing it tough, through the Women’s Spirit Project – an organisation that Jodie founded prior to taking on the role of Federal MP for Dunkley.

Jodie studied at Chisholm TAFE and taught for a short time at TAFE herself. A not-for-profit leader, she worked at community organisations like Anglicare, government agencies and knows how to get things done. Jodie has a Masters in Business Leadership and Undergraduate qualifications in Youth Work, Community Development, training and business administration.

With 35 years’ experience working across the corporate, community, government and philanthropic sectors as community change maker, Jodie is passionate about empowering people to transform their lives and gender equity. Through innovative employment, education and training programs. She has an entrepreneurial spirit which she combines with community development and transformational leadership practice to support systems change aimed at building communities and empowering individuals.

Jodie knows how to has led the establishment of local, state and national programs for young people, men and women including a National Indigenous Youth Leadership Program and Change Maker Training with the Tamarack Institute in Canada.

Alison Tehan
Nutritionist and Wellness Coach, Owner of Alison Tehan Nutrition

Alison is a qualified Nutritionist and Wellness Coach who empowers women to energise their body, nourish their gut, balance their hormones and live their healthiest, most fulfilling life.

Alison specialises in supporting and guiding women through their perimenopause and menopause transition, so they feel more empowered, nourished and energised. In the process it may mean addressing all or some of the following: hormone imbalances, gut health challenges, fat loss requirements, nutritional deficiencies, lifestyle, stress and inflammation

Carli Phillips
Wellbeing Keynote Speaker, CEO of Corporate Wellbeing Hub

Carli is a Wellbeing Keynote Speaker and CEO of Corporate Wellbeing Hub.

Carli was the Wellbeing Lead at Johnson & Johnson and recipient of the “Best Health & Wellbeing Program 2020.” With a degree in Health Science and a Masters in Business, Carli’s research uncovered key success criteria needed to build successful Wellbeing programs, which she now shares with corporate clients in her own company.

Carli is a Nutritionist, Mental Health First Aider and Lead Researcher for multiple government research projects across Australia. Carli shares her lived experience of deliberately ditching her own selfcare, whilst caring for loved ones, working full time and studying. It did not end well.
Together, the science and the strategies will inspire you to enhance and uplift your wellbeing.

Lynda Miller
Head of Physiotherapy, The Sports Injury Clinic

Lynda graduated in 2002 with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from La Trobe University. After gaining experience at Peninsula Health, she joined TSIC in 2006, where she has been working in private practice ever since.

From 2009 to 2012, Lynda served as the physiotherapist for the Victorian Women’s Cricket team, seamlessly blending her passion for cricket with her professional practice.

Specializing in holistic physiotherapy, Lynda focuses on addressing the complete lifestyle context when treating injuries and conditions. Her extensive experience with chronic illnesses and pain allows her to develop comprehensive, individualized treatment plans. Lynda is dedicated to truly listening to each client’s unique story, believing that this empathetic approach is crucial for effective health support.

Outside of work, Lynda is a mother of three very active children. She stays active through indoor rock climbing, Pilates, and coaching her sons’ basketball teams.

Unna Goldsworthy
Exercise Physiologist & Rehabilitation Specialist, Founder of UNNA Movement

Unna Goldsworthy is your secret weapon in achieving high performance across all areas of life. As one of Australia’s top exercise physiologists & coaches, Unna helps people transform their well-being, creating their healthiest selves. Unna is a Performance Coach, Speaker, Breath Science Practitioner and Exercise Physiologist.

Unna believes that our decisions shape our physiology, & in turn, our physiology influences our decision-making. If you’re aiming for high performance & strong mental & physical health, you need the right support. Just a few hours with Unna can revolutionise your productivity, performance, & ability to self-manage.

With over 20 years of experience, Unna has worked with everyone from athletes to entrepreneurs, guiding them through challenges & helping them maintain excellence. Her approach integrates emotional & physical health strategies, launching leaders to new heights.

Emma Reddie
Mother-centred Matrescence & Career Coach, Owner of Emma Reddie Connection

Emma empowers women to reconnect with their innermost desires, clarify their goals, and take intentional steps towards creating the life they envision.

As a Motherhood & Career Coach, Emma understands the identity shift that comes from becoming a mother and the overwhelming feeling that occurs when it is time to put the ‘work hat’ back on. Emma believes that for us to reconnect with the workforce, we first need to connect with who we are becoming.

Emma has a Diploma in Human Resources at TAFE NSW and a Diploma of Business, Events & Hospitality from Holmesglen Institute of TAFE. Emma has spent many years in human resources and recruitment. She is a qualified Mama Rising Facilitator & Coach in matrescence and motherhood studies.

Scott Carson
Life Coach, Founder of Business of Smiles

Scott Carson, known as “The Heart of The Business of Smiles,” is a passionate advocate for meaningful human connections and positive social impact. Leading The Business of Smiles, a not-for-profit organization, Scott focuses on fostering courageous conversations, enhancing human connection, and promoting contribution to society. Under his leadership, The Business of Smiles has initiated numerous programs and events that encourage open dialogue and community building.

Scott’s unwavering commitment to making a difference has inspired countless individuals to engage in acts of kindness and support. As a respected speaker and mentor, he continues to drive initiatives that emphasize the importance of empathy, understanding, and collective action in building a better world.

I hope you are smiling! 😀

Hayley Gravener
Specialist Relational Trauma Counsellor | Social Worker, Be Healed

Hayley Gravener is a Specialist Relational Trauma Counseller and Social Worker. Hayley has been working in her field of Social Work and Counselling for 14 years. Her passion and purpose in life is to help people heal, transform, and thrive in their personal lives and now more excitedly in their business lives. Hayley started her first side business 6 years ago called The Declutter Queen which gave her the confidence to follow through in the years to come, to become a businesswoman. Hayley knows that being in business is not easy and it requires hard work, discipline, and necessary change to achieve financial freedom and to spend time enjoying life, with her loved ones and what matters most.

Hayley has a long list of qualifications including a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work at Deakin University and a Diploma of Education, Counselling Psychology from the Australian Institute of Professional Counsellors, as well as Diplomas in Education Workforce Development and Training and in Education, Family and Community Services from Chisholm.