Beyond usual teams
We are a team of strategists, analysts, researchers, communicators, collaborators, community-builders, knowledge-sharers, innovation-enablers, curious thinkers and lifelong learners.
We’re a team of people who love life and learning. We’ve worked in government and in the private sector; we’ve worked in organisations that have thousands of employees and others that have a handful. We’ve met fascinating people, travelled to fascinating places, and collected fascinating experiences. Between us, we have 150 years of professional experience. And more than 250 years of experience being positive humans in a challenging and rewarding world.
Meet our Co-Founders
Luke Naismith
Luke is a role model who demonstrates commitment and dedication, is approachable and kind, keeps calm under pressure, always willing to provide thoughtful insights, and gives others the wisdom and trust to do their jobs with confidence.
Most recently, Luke’s role has involved collecting and analysing data to highlight insights for decision-makers in the education sector in Dubai. He has helped lead projects in multiple areas including digital transformation and supporting schools to focus on the wellbeing of their students and staff. Previously, Luke has extensive experience in developing corporate strategies and applying knowledge management and foresight to complex organisational and societal issues. He has worked for a number of Commonwealth and State Government departments in Melbourne and Canberra with overseas experience in the Middle East and the South Pacific.
In his spare time, Luke enjoys birdwatching, cycling and bushland regeneration. Birdwatching keeps his eyes and ears open and to look for the unexpected. Cycling provides the camaraderie and seeing the countryside while keeping fit. Regenerating bushland leaves a legacy for others to take forward in future generations.
Nada Salha
Nada is brilliant at bringing people together using a strengths-based approach to deliver projects with purpose and impact. She is a natural organiser; a master at constructing plans and timetables to get things done. Nada is passionate about authentic wellbeing in workplaces and across school communities and empowering those around her.
Focusing on collaboration, Nada has led student and teacher wellbeing projects in Dubai through building strong relationships with schools, engaging with stakeholders and forging partnerships with local and global wellbeing experts. She has designed and delivered conferences, principal retreats, international events and facilitated dozens of workshops. Nada creates holistic educational environments that move from ‘compliance to commitment’ and inspire people to be their best selves.
Nada’s international expertise gives her diversity of thought and experience, and she is a global citizen who connects beyond national borders. Her extensive experience in the MENA region provides her with a strong cultural understanding and contextual perspective crucial to supporting communities and organisations to see meaningful and sustainable impact.
Nada enjoys connecting with family and friends around the world, running to keep active, travelling to appreciate the beauty of this world and yoga to practice self-compassion.