Our Story

Where It All Began

Learn Grow Become…  and Learn2Learn

We believe that everyone has amazing potential.

And yet… so many students, particularly those from disadvantaged cohorts, fail to realise their dreams at higher education. Attrition varies between and within institutions, and for some cohorts completion (graduation) is achieved by only 30% of students (mature age, part time).

When the idea for our Learn2Learn program first took shape back in 2017,
we realised….

-> If we taught people to become effective learners, then they can
make the most of any learning opportunity… regardless of the skill
and interest of the instructor.

-> If we teach them to become more proactive, engaged and
genuinely interested in what they are learning… reaching graduation
will mean more than just a certificate.

-> And if the learning capability of our staff and students actually
match what is assumed and expected of them…. everyone will be
more confident and operating from a more equitable place.

Fast forward to 2019 and our first pilot research project in collaboration with CQUniversity. Hearing directly from the student participants how much the program changed and reshaped their learning – and themselves, validated our belief in the program.

Students shared how the program had helped them:

• retain knowledge beyond the end of term,
• improve their grades,
• help them feel more confident in themselves and their studies,
• improve their mental well-being, and 
• make significant life changes to improve their ability to achieve success in their studies.

It really did change lives AND change learning outcomes!

2020 saw our first individual customer signup, and in January 2021 we launched our first University partnership with Swinburne University of Technology.

From there to here….

2023 saw a significant shift and growth – with a  larger management team we began our transition from purely education focus, to taking our skills and expertise in personal, leadership and business growth and development to a whole new level.

With a new focus on menopausal/perimenopausal women, we now offer a suit of programs, communities and events to help women progress and to take control of their present and future – realising their potential personally and as an important part of their families and communities.

Jodee Sydney

General Operations Manager

General Operations Manager with a proven track record of driving business growth and development.

Jodee is a project manager and freelancer that has helped businesses start out and grow with a vision for expansion -from social strategy, implementation, crowdfunding and educational programs. 

Experienced in delivering business programs is having played a pivotal role in the growth and development of multiple businesses. Successfully launching a new electric bike store in Byron Bay whilst managing the project, systems integration, and human resources
management.

As the Founder and Director of Zero Waste
Kulture, Jodee created a circular closed loop business that has won sustainability awards,
demonstrating the ability to drive growth and profitability. 

Jodee is a female founder who understands the needs to grow and expand.

Dr Melinda Mann

Indigenous Education Advisor

Dr Mann is a Darumbal and South Sea Islander woman from Rockhampton and has connections throughout Central Queensland. She is an experienced manager in programs associated with student experience with a demonstrated history of working in the higher education and secondary school sectors.

Throughout her professional career, she has managed budgets in excess of $5m including multiple federal government grants through the Higher Education Participation and Partnerships Program (HEPPP) and the Indigenous Student Success Program (ISSP). Melinda has a work history that includes program design and delivery of university school outreach programs and tailored support services for vocational and university students.
Melinda was the former chair of the Queensland Consortium of Universities for widening participation school outreach programs. She is also heavily involved in education leadership in local Indigenous communities and holds advisory roles for state wide bodies. Melinda has a PhD in Education, Masters of Learning Management and a Bachelor Degree in Business (Human Resources Management).

Her passion is Indigenous knowledges, leadership, lifelong learning, children and young people.