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 life. Our aim is twofold:
Each edition of Leadership Spotlight will explore:
By shining a spotlight on these leaders, we hope to celebrate the diversity, resilience, and innovation within the sector, while helping job seekers and professionals connect with organisations where their skills and passion can thrive. For our client partners, it’s also an opportunity to strengthen your voice in the market and position your organisation as an employer of choice.
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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 life. Our aim is twofold:
Each edition of Leadership Spotlight will explore:
By shining a spotlight on these leaders, we hope to celebrate the diversity, resilience, and innovation within the sector, while helping job seekers and professionals connect with organisations where their skills and passion can thrive. For our client partners, it’s also an opportunity to strengthen your voice in the market and position your organisation as an employer of choice.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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 50% lived-experience workforce, and the challenges facing the mental health sector, including funding gaps, workforce turnover, and the need for consumer-led outcome measures.
Tom also offers practical advice for anyone building a career in mental health or community services, and explains why collaboration, not competition, is essential for lasting impact.
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