This week we shine the spotlight on Steve Wyborn, Chief Executive Officer. Steve began his career in the sector in 1998, starting in the Skills area and opening an Australian Apprenticeship Centre in Cairns. Over the years, he has built a long and rewarding career shaped by a passion for developing people, building strong teams, and creating positive change in communities.

This week we shine the spotlight on Penny Evans, Regional Manager at Breakthru.  Penny began her career in Employment Services in 2003 as an Employment Consultant, bringing more than 23 years of experience, knowledge, and passion to the sector. Her journey from frontline service delivery into leadership has been shaped by a strong belief in empowering people, building inclusive workplaces, and creating meaningful employment outcomes. Her leadership approach, commitment to lifelong learning,

This week we shine the spotlight on Rick Kane, Strategic Advisor at Rick Kane Consultancy. Rick began his career in Employment Services in 1995 as an Employment Consultant, steadily working his way through frontline, leadership, and executive roles. Over the next three decades, he became one of the most recognised and influential voices in the sector, ultimately serving as CEO of Disability Employment Australia (DEA), where he helped shape national policy, strengthen provider capability, and