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 best leaders don't solve problems alone-they create environments where teams can solve them together.

The conversation explores the growing complexity of youth mental health, the challenges facing Australia's health and community services workforce, and the opportunities technology presents in supporting young people. Jason also discusses the importance of keeping young people at the centre of decision-making, sharing how youth voices influence everything from local service design to national strategy at headspace.

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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 pivotal moments in her career redirected her toward advocating for families, children, and communities whose needs aren’t met by mainstream services.

Listeners will gain practical perspectives on talent acquisition, particularly the urgent reforms needed to strengthen Australia’s care and allied health workforce—from paid placements to improving recognition of overseas qualifications. Andrea also explores Bupa’s innovative shift toward a whole-of-person model for mental health, bringing multidisciplinary care together under one roof to improve access, outcomes, and long-term wellbeing.

Tune in for an inspiring episode that will challenge how you think about leadership, impact, and the future of mental health care.

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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 a person’s life. From bold reforms to award-winning projects and a renewed focus on people-first decision-making, James offers rich insights into what it truly means to lead with purpose.

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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 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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