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Cameron has just returned from the USA after spending a year completing a Masters in Education (Learning and Teaching) at Harvard University. Whilst at Harvard he taught in Harvard’s teacher education program in urban public schools. Cameron teaches history at Shore School in Sydney, where he is the Mentor of Learning & Teaching. He has received several awards including: an Australian Davos Connection Future Summit Leadership Award, a Premier’s Westfield History Scholarship, and a NSW Minister’s Quality Teaching Award.

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Helen Paterson is an Associate Professor in Forensic Psychology at the University of Sydney. She has a Bachelor of Arts from the University of British Columbia and a PhD from the University of New South Wales. Her primary research interest focuses on the effects of traumatic events on memory and psychological well-being. She regularly works with industry partners to conduct high-quality applied research. She has also worked with NSW Fire and Rescue on ways to train firefighters to make effective decisions under stressful conditions and on post-traumatic stress disorder, resilience, and post-incident debriefing.

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Anick Patry is called a “people connecter”. She is a change management master, who helps people achieve results by re-connecting them to what really drives attitudes, engagement, joy and positive outcomes at work and in life. Her skill in transforming the spirit of people and cultures changes perceptions; improves relationships and leadership; connects and engages people; and reframes the value of change.

With experience in teaching and speaking in both hemispheres to different types of groups and associations, combined with constant research in scientific discovery, Anick will entertain and “edutain”, connect you and your people and will teach you tools to manage stressful situations and move your team to action.

Anick draws on a vast foundation of knowledge, techniques and experience.

Anick Patry teaches people how to bring out the best in themselves and others, and how to keep a positive spirit, no matter what the circumstances. She will remind you that you are a “human being” rather than a “human doing”.

Anick has a Bachelor’s degree in communications, a Diploma in Creative Arts Therapy, she is qualified as a Master Practitioner in Neurolinguistic Programming, and she has expertise in group dynamics and zillions of rich life experiences around the globe as a reporter at CBC in Canada and SBS in Australia, a teacher, a voice over performer, an explorer, a “people connecter”.

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Erik recently retired after many years as a university lecturer in political geography. He holds a PhD from the University of California at Berkeley. He has lived and worked in Asia for many years and his publications encompass books and articles on political economy, international relations and political change.

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Kathi Pauncz is a registered psychologist and trainer. She has worked as a psychologist for more than 15 years in private psychiatric hospitals, government, community organisations, TAFE and university. She has a part time private practice and has had extensive experience working with people who have experienced trauma. She works with individuals and their families to help them learn strategies to cope better. Kathi also supervises and trains intern psychologists, counsellors and general practitioners.

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Kate is a professional with a wealth of experience in leadership, coaching, and human resources. Holding a Masters of Positive Leadership and Strategy, an MBA, a Bachelor's in Human Resources, and an International Coach Federation certification, Kate possesses the expertise required to drive positive transformations in organisational dynamics.

Throughout her professional journey, Kate has held executive-level roles at an international Construction and Engineering firm and later transitioned to consulting. This unique trajectory equips her with an in-depth understanding of the practicalities and challenges of business and leadership, allowing her to integrate best practices effectively.

In her early thirties, Kate faced a personal challenge—a stroke—that has since fuelled her passion for optimizing team performance and cultivating work environments that not only deliver superior results but are also enjoyable. As a facilitator, Kate brings a wealth of practical experience and a profound understanding of the human side of leadership, creating engaging and impactful learning experiences for her clients.

In 2022, Kate began hosting the Level Up Leadership Podcast, earning international recognition and securing a prominent place on management charts in Australia, Asia, and Europe. Kate's multifaceted career and unwavering commitment to leadership development consistently inspire and empower individuals to reach their highest potential.

Beyond her professional life, Kate enjoys cycling at sunrise, engaging in surf lifesaving at her local beach, and sharing musical moments at the piano with her daughter. She firmly believes in the importance of a well-rounded life beyond the workplace.

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Shirley Pearson. Tutor of CCE

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Stuart Pearson is currently a Year 6 teacher at The Scots College Preparatory School. With over 12 years teaching experience in a range of settings including gifted education and scholarship tutoring, he is a versatile teacher who loves engaging students with rich learning experiences and catering for a wide range of learning styles. Having spent time in private business, Stuart brings to his teaching a wealth of life experience and a special interest in both History and Mathematics. Stuart is a highly experienced practitioner, particularly in Boys education and upper Primary classes.

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Alessandra brings a blend of research and teaching experience in political theory, international relations, and cross-cultural studies, consolidated through her academic and professional capacities at the Australian National University, Bond University, and university study abroad programs in Seville, Spain. She graduated from Bond University in 2002 with a Master of International Relations, specialising in Middle Eastern studies and global governance, as well as completing a dissertation entitled 'State, society and economy in the Socialist Peoples Libyan Arab Jamahiriya: Muammar al-Qaddafi’s Revolutionary Struggle'. She has since lectured and tutored, nationally and internationally, in Middle Eastern studies (politics, history, religion, society), concepts of global governance, international relations, and Australian studies, and received an Excellence in Teaching Award (Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences) whilst lecturing at Bond University.

Multi-lingual, internationally educated and an avid traveller, with an ardent appreciation for cultural and linguistic diversity, Alessandra is a passionate educator and facilitator, and thrives in learning environments where knowledge-sharing and critical reflection and discussion abound.

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Artist Sue Pedley lectures in drawing at the University of Sydney. She has a Masters of Fine Art and has had numerous residencies in London, France, Germany, Vietnam and Sri Lanka. Sue represented Australia in the Echigo Tsumari Triennial 2006 in Japan and has a major exhibition at Heide Museum of Modern Art in Melbourne in 2007.