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  • Changemaker: Sara Tiefenbrun

    In November 2012, I met with Sara Tiefenbrun at a local cafe to talk about the opening of the Melbourne branch of Alain de Botton’s The School of Life. To say I was excited is an understatement. I remember when I first discovered The School of…

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    Changemaker: Dr Rebecca Ray

    Dr Rebecca Ray (who prefers to be known as Beck) is a clinical psychologist, author, podcast host and speaker. She’s also mother to Bennett, wife of Nyssa and until recently, pet parent to three dogs (sadly, she recently lost her beloved 13-year-old, Weimaraner, Henry). Beck…

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    Changemaker: Lisa Stockman, Personal Stylist

    Lisa Stockman is a leading personal stylist based in Melbourne. Lisa began her career in the fashion industry over 15 years ago, as a stylist and boutique owner. She’s a graduate of the Australian Style Institute and before starting her business, Lisa held global training…

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    Changemaker: Jodi Wilson, Practising Simplicity

    Around a decade ago a friend introduced me to Jodi Wilson’s blog, Practising Simplicity. Filled with beautiful photos and articles about how to embrace the simple things in life, Jodi had a way of making a genuine connection with her readers. Despite being at very…

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    Changemaker: Julie Ta, Brand Strategist

    Julie Ta from Akin Studio is a creative and strategic marketer who helps her clients gain a deep understanding of their business and how to bring their brand to life. As well as her marketing expertise, Julie is a creative stylist who shares her love…

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    Changemaker: Charlie Nicholls, Digital Consultant

    I met Charlie Nicholls, founder of KART Digital Agency around five years ago when she came to me for business coaching. She had been running her own business for almost ten years and was in the process of rebranding and launching her business as  KART….

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    Changemaker: Catherine Morey-Nase, Psychologist

    Catherine and I first met almost a decade ago, when she was living in Switzerland. At the time, we were exploring her options for a career change. When she visited Melbourne the following summer, we met for coffee at St Edmonds on a sunny December morning….

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    Changemaker: Liz Bull, Headshot Photographer

    Liz Bull from Lizzy C Photography is a professional headshot photographer. She and I met almost fifteen years ago when I was working in the city and she had not long started her first business. At the time, she was the youngest business owner I…

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    Changemaker: Jane Reiseger, Illustrator

    I knew Jane Reiseger’s work long before I knew her personally. I had admired her beautiful bed linen designs so I was delighted when she came to see me as a client. Jane is a true artist in the sense that her style is entirely…

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