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We’re flexible and more than comfortable working in the ‘new normal’ of remote learning and support, as well as in-person when situations allow. We prioritise the voice of your team and seek always to engage, empower and collaborate. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fa74303bf7ccf12b433b387/1615834929409-PQXQU4HC9DJ8QLC9FB7Z/4L4C0310+edited.jpg About - About the Founder Catherine Jackson is eminently qualified to provide leadership guidance to educators. Her natural traits — positivity, curiosity, humility and patience — have led to an internationally recognised career in the field. Over 20 years, Catherine has honed the craft of bringing out the best in established and upcoming education leaders, from schools in Brooklyn to Brisbane, as they grappled with the fastest rate of change in the history of education. Before starting Leopard Tree, Catherine was Director of School Services at one of the largest non-government educational organisations in Australia, responsible for leadership, support, resourcing and supervision of principals and schools, in a a role that encompassed 65 school sites and over 4000 staff. 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As teacher, leader, coach and consultant, Catherine has supported schools and systems at all levels in education, both nationally and internationally. Her reputation for building great teams and developing people has grown from her passion for leadership. Catherine’s mission is to create environments where people love their work, are empowered to act and are given opportunities to grow. Her current work extends beyond education, partnering with companies who prioritise putting people first and leading from ethical foundations. Catherine’s background affords her a uniquely qualified perspective on contemporary leadership. She works closely with her partners and associates in providing quality professional development and professional growth initiatives. Her consultancy is evidenced-based and transformative, supporting leadership growth, successful teams and the building of effective cultures. catherine@leopardtree.com.au 0417 750 106 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fa74303bf7ccf12b433b387/1617416657301-AXSKA5A6SKUEU5E9XH1L/4L4C0320+edited.jpg Team - SENIOR CONSULTANT Michael Kearney Leading learning and learning leading are Michael’s keen pursuits. Optimising the impact of leaders is an endeavour to which Michael brings story, humour, wisdom, detail and rigour through his creative work with individuals, small and large groups. Michael’s commitment to respectful adult learning and good process enable him to support communities with facilitation and event leadership. A grounded and diverse journey of school and system leadership enhances Michael’s consultancy in areas of leadership, capability and performance, along with the pragmatic leadership of reviews, cultural audits, complaints and issues management. Coaching, mentoring and debriefing compliment the offerings. Michael has particular skill in empowering communities to create and execute authentic and useful strategic and execution plans. Passion backed up by structure delivers. Michael seeks to understand, and to challenge relentlessly, to bring the people with whom he works to understand themselves and their best. michael@leopardtree.com.au 0409 904 501 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fa74303bf7ccf12b433b387/f34255ba-de5f-4cfb-8f2f-ee932f98b3f7/Anna+Bio+Image+%282%29.png Team - SPECIALIST CONSULTANT Anna Kinanne A recognised leader in Australian education, Anna has played a pivotal role in shaping the Australian Curriculum, particularly in Digital Technologies and Digital Literacy Capability. She has received parliamentary recognition as an Advanced Queensland Community Champion highlighting her influence in strengthening teacher capability and professional practice. Anna has led national projects and initiatives, designing resources and professional learning that empower educators and leaders to implement the Curriculum with confidence. She works closely with curriculum leaders, system executives, and policy makers, providing strategic guidance on AI literacy and digital capability. In her work with the Queensland College of Teachers, Anna played a key role in supporting educators to align professional practice with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers. Anna’s skillset is broad: she has designed and led projects developing professional performance processes for leaders and staff, developed strategic mentoring programs and established sustainable processes for the support of early career practitioners. An articulate and engaging speaker, facilitator, and thought leader, Anna delivers impactful professional learning nationwide, equipping schools and systems with the leadership, skills, and confidence to thrive in a digital world. anna@leopardtree.com.au 0414 378 044 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fa74303bf7ccf12b433b387/428558ff-6a52-477b-bf91-91ad6a370b26/Marissa+Clark+cropped.jpg Team - SENIOR CONSULTANT Marissa Clark Marissa brings deep experience as a teacher and leader across diverse organisational contexts. These experiences have shaped her conviction that the quality of relationships - how people communicate, collaborate and navigate tension - sits at the heart of every healthy workplace. Her work centres on the relational dynamics that influence how teams function, particularly during periods of complexity or strain. Marissa supports leaders to understand what is happening beneath the surface of team interactions and to develop the skills needed to address issues early, hold difficult conversations with clarity, and lead with relational intelligence. She is especially interested in the conditions that build trust and psychological safety, and in the practical ways leaders can strengthen these foundations so people feel respected, supported and able to contribute with confidence. Marissa works closely with teams and individuals where communication has broken down or relationships have been strained, guiding them through structured, thoughtful processes that allow concerns to be voiced safely, trust to be rebuilt, and new ways of working to be established. Her approach blends contemporary research, applied relational theory and a calm, steady presence that helps people feel heard and able to move forward. She designs and facilitates professional learning that strengthens communication capability, shared expectations and interpersonal awareness, and provides skilled support when teams need help reconnecting after conflict. Marissa holds postgraduate qualifications in Leadership, is completing a Master of Counselling, and is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. marissa@leopardtree.com.au 0427 527 022 https://www.leopardtree.com.au/get-started daily 0.75 2024-07-02