Advancing Public Speaking Excellence
Growing Up
Born and raised on the Sunshine Coast, I've grown up with my mum, dad, my brother and our Aussie Shepard, Wilson. I have quadriplegic cerebral palsy and communicate using my communication device which is an Accent 1000 that I have affectionately named Bob.
Growing up I loved making friends, trying new technology and getting involved in my community. While I communicate differently, I've learnt that everyone has a voice, and mine has opened doors I never imagined.
School Years
I completed my schooling at Meridan State College, where I discovered a passion for leadership, inclusion and making a difference.
Like many students, my school journey came with both challenges and opportunities. Living with disability gave me a unique perspective that helped shape the person I am today and inspired my passion for creating more inclusive opportunities for others.
While I was still at school, I completed a school-based traineeship with Spinal Life Australia, gaining valuable experience in the disability sector and contributing to projects that promoted greater accessibility and inclusion. It was an important step in building my confidence and strengthening my passion for advocacy.
During my time at school, I was honoured to serve as a school leader and later received the Julie Coleman Founding Executive Principal Legacy Award in recognition of my contribution to the school community. I graduated with my Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE) in 2025, an achievement that I'm incredibly proud of.
Finding My Voice
When I was just 15 years old, I was invited to help develop the Sunshine Coast Disability Action Plan.
That opportunity changed my life.
For the first time, I realised that my lived experience could help influence decisions and create positive change. It was the moment I discovered my passion for disability advocacy and public speaking.
From there, one opportunity led to another.
from Student to Educator
One of the most rewarding moments in my journey has been returning to my own school—not as a student, but as a teacher aide and mentor.
Being able to support students, particularly those with disability, has given me a completely different perspective on education. Having experienced school as both a student and an educator allows me to bring a unique perspective to every presentation I deliver.
Today
Today, I'm continuing to grow my speaking career while working alongside organisations that want to create communities where everyone belongs.
Every new audience, every conversation and every opportunity reminds me why I started this journey in the first place.
I'm excited to see where the next chapter takes me.