Michelle came to Diamantina Shire Council as interim CEO for approximately 6 months during recruitment of a permanent CEO. Michelle’s experience was a godsend for Diamantina Shire as among other things, we were in the middle of our tourism season which included the Simpson Desert Racing Carnival of Betoota, Birdsville & Bedourie, of which the …
Michelle gave me an amazing opportunity to step up into an executive leadership role as the Director of Infrastructure at Diamantina Shire Council. Michelle’s dynamic and energetic leadership style provided me mentoring and encouragement in my new leadership position. I’m so grateful that Michelle recognised my hard work and dedication. It boosted my confidence to …
I worked with Michelle as part of the executive leadership team at Diamantina Shire Council. As the interim CEO, Michelle made a huge impact on me, a style that I will never forget. Michelle led the team, not only with a strategic and outcome-focussed approach, but with genuine community concern. Michelle was able to unite …
Michelle made a huge impact on me, a style that I will never forget. Read More »
“Before Michelle came to our shire as Acting CEO, I was considering whether it was worth continuing as councillor, as I was feeling disheartened by my short experience in the role. Michelle brought clarity, confidence and most importantly stability to not only the CEO role but to we councillors and ultimately to our shire – …
Michelle provided us with a structured and thorough response enabling us to quickly move forward across numerous complex projects. Her thorough understanding of our operational environment coupled with strong skills in organisational and project management enabled her to quickly grasp our organisational needs and determine a structured pathway forward. Michelle brings a unique combination of …
I have had the pleasure of working with Michelle for close on 10 years. Michelle brings an authentic and nuanced approach to her work and combines insight and structure as she supports you to do your best work. She comes highly recommended.
Michelle was an outstanding leader through more than 4 years in the role of CEO of the newly formed Longreach Regional Council – bringing together the Shires of Ilfracombe, Longreach and Isisford as a result of forced amalgamations. It was the most challenging time for local government in Queensland for decades, yet Michelle was able …
She truly is an exceptional leader with extensive experience and skills in the sector Read More »
