Tradewind Australia

Leadership Spotlight by Tradewind Australia

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At Tradewind Australia, we know that the strength of the social services sector lies in its people - not only the dedicated professionals on the frontline, but also the leaders who guide organisations with vision, empathy, and determination. These leaders shape how services are delivered, how communities are supported, and how meaningful change is achieved. That’s why we’re proud to introduce our new blog & podcast series, Leadership Spotlight. Through this series, we’ll be speaking directly with leaders of social services organisations to bring their stories, insights, and experiences to...

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Leadership Spotlight: Jason Trethowan on Youth Voice, Leadership and the Future of Mental Health 23.06.2026 41:58

In this episode of Leadership Spotlight by Tradewind Australia, Jason Trethowan, CEO of headspace, shares his leadership journey from hospitals and community health into leading one of Australia's most recognised youth mental health organisations. Jason reflects on how his leadership style has evolved over time, the lessons learned from leading through growth and change, and why he believes the b...

Leadership Spotlight: Andrea Christie-David on Values-Driven Growth 12.01.2026 31:30

In this episode of Leadership Spotlight by Tradewind Australia , Andrea Christie-David, Director of Mental Health at Bupa, delivers powerful insights on purpose-led leadership, scaling social impact, and building a modern workplace culture that unlocks human potential. Andrea shares how early experiences in law, social justice, and entrepreneurship shaped her beliefs about meaningful work, and how...

Inside Unison: James King on Leading with Purpose 11.12.2025 31:31

We’re excited to continue the Leadership Spotlight podcast series with  James King of Unison  - an inspiring leader transforming how social housing is delivered in Victoria. In this episode, James reflects on the evolution of his leadership since stepping into the not-for-profit sector, the power of values-driven partnerships, and the profound impact that safe, stable housing can have on...

Inside Neami: A Conversation With CEO Tom Dalton 12.11.2025 37:39

In this episode, we speak with Tom Dalton, CEO of Neami , about the future of community mental health in Australia. Tom shares his unconventional path into leadership, the lessons he learned along the way, and how emotional intelligence and reflection shape his approach as a CEO. We explore Neami’s growth, their innovative lived-experience workforce, and the challenges facing the mental health sec...