Having spent more than 25 years leading people, culture and organisational transformation, including as Group Chief Human Resources Officer of an ASX-listed technology company, Monica understands the realities leaders face every day. Monica understands the pressures people face in high-performance environments. Her approach combines practical tools with honest conversations that help people recognise early signs of distress, strengthen resilience and create healthier workplaces. Alongside her corporate experience, Monica has a longstanding commitment to youth development through the Australian Army Cadets and is a qualified Youth Mental Health First Aider. This experience has reinforced her belief that prevention, early support and confident leadership can have a lasting impact across every stage of life. Monica has a particular interest in supporting women in leadership to lead with confidence without sacrificing their wellbeing. Whether working with emerging leaders, experienced executives or community organisations, she creates practical learning experiences that people can apply immediately. Committed to lifelong learning, Monica is currently studying Psychological Science at Federation University to further deepen her understanding of human behaviour, cognition and mental fitness. As a Licensed Mental Fitness Australia Facilitator, Monica is committed to helping individuals and organisations move beyond reactive approaches to create mentally fit, psychologically safe cultures where people and performance can thrive.