I started my career wanting to solve the problems of the world. I studied engineering and thought technical solutions and products might be the way to go. And while I learned a lot, and enjoyed getting my hands and clothes dirty on site, I realised that engineering technical solutions wasn't for me.

But my fundamental drive to do good in the world hadn't changed.
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So I moved into management consulting. And under the tutelage of some exceptional consultants, I found a different path to impact - through strategic business decisions. Instead of designing the next big thing, I was helping leaders make choices that really mattered, choices that could shape a better future for us all.

Now, I feel privileged to work with clients who've got their hearts set on solving real social problems. Whether they're big players or small ventures, for-profit or non-profit, they're all focused on making a positive difference.

So, how do I do what I do? It's simple. I ask questions that can spark a lightbulb moment. I frame complex concepts into clear, simple ideas. And I bring together diverse groups to align on an impactful path forward.

Whether it's articulating your strategy or aligning your organisation, designing new programs or evaluating old ones, if the problem is worth solving, I want to walk alongside you to help you solve it.

A word from my clients:

Managing Director
​'​Inclusive, engaging, thoughtful ... Just keep doing what you are doing. Excellent. No suggestions for improvement which is really rare for me to say!'

Senior Manager
​'​I think you're brilliant, and I've told [the CEO] as much many times. I think you're going to be a game changer for us. I love what you're doing.'

General Manager
​'​You know, we always encourage frank and fearless conversations, but we know that nobody ever does it. But with Jess, at the Strategy Day, we really did debate things rigorously.'

Chief Financial Officer
​'​It's a great process you've run. It's hard to build consensus with a big group like this. I liked the way you stepped us through the pre-work and the logic. And then to land on a strategy statement like this, it's impressive.'

General Manager
​'​In my very long tenure, I've been a part of many many Board Strategy Days. But this time, I left very energised! To walk away knowing everyone was aligned and committed was very powerful.'

Chief Operating Officer
​'​I just wanted to reach out and say thanks again for your facilitation of the [organisation's] strategy day, I thought you did a great job with the team in teasing out a positive future direction for us.'
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I acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung and Bunurong Peoples, the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which I live and work.
​I pay my respects to First Nations elders, past and present, and acknowledge Indigenous people's ongoing relationship to lands and waterways.