This week we shine the spotlight on James Walters, General Manager – Strategic Growth at MTC FutureReady. With more than 15 years in Employment Services, James has progressed from Employment Consultant to executive leadership, gaining valuable insights across every level of the sector. His people-first approach and practical experience have helped create meaningful outcomes for job seekers, teams, and communities, making his perspective one well worth exploring.

Last week I submitted my response to the Australian Government's Shaping the Future of Employment Services discussion paper. I'm not going to lie, it was nerve-racking. Not because I wasn't confident in the recommendations, but because I genuinely care about this sector and the people who work in it. When you put your ideas forward on something that matters to you, there's always a degree of vulnerability. Also, I chose to submit it under my own name because I wanted it to be a personal

This week we shine the spotlight on Keryl Neville, CEO of LEAD. Recognised as an inductee into the DEA Hall of Fame in June 2026, Keryl has been honoured for her long‑term and outstanding contribution to the disability employment sector, an acknowledgement reserved for leaders whose dedication has helped shape the sector and elevate its impact nationally. This achievement reflects the very foundations of her career. With a career shaped by a lifelong connection to the disability sector,