Meet our training team

Greg is one of Australia’s leading online safety presenters, who has been at the forefront of technology and education change in Australia. He has a master’s degree in education and technology and a keen interest in innovative and emerging technology, emotional intelligence and leadership.

Greg has worked in education, corporate, consultancy and government. He has held senior positions, including Regional Manager for the Victorian Industry and Education Partnerships program and Chair of the Board for Adult Education in Gippsland.

When the internet emerged, Greg was involved in the development of the first internet safety program and resources in Australia. Since then, Greg has provided online safety presentations to more than 1.2 million participants at state, national and international events.

His role at eSafety involves working with young people, parents, education, corporate, wellbeing and support agencies, government organisations, community groups, sporting organisations and seniors.

Greg has been recognised for his achievements and passion for helping others. He has received a global achievement award through the International Society for Technology in Education and has been listed in a who’s who of people that have shaped Australia.

Lisa is an accomplished and experienced educator. Her expertise spans educational and mental health programs, and she has been actively involved as an educational leader, content creator, conference speaker, and trainer in both Australian and international contexts. 

With qualifications in Criminology and Education, Lisa is a qualified and registered educator, deeply committed to creating impactful educational programs and aligning curricula. Her passion lies in developing and delivering engaging professional learning content, empowering those working with children and young people. 

Lisa's background includes roles such as the Education Strategy Manager at Beyond Blue and the Education and Public Programs Manager at the National Trust Australia (Victoria). She also possesses experience as a school educator and leader in both primary and secondary school settings in Australia and overseas. 

Throughout her journey, Lisa has forged effective partnerships and stakeholder relations, and played a vital role in hosting large events. She has collaborated with thought leaders across Australia to support mental health national advisory council meetings. 

As technology evolves, Lisa recognises the critical importance of equipping educators and learners with the necessary skills to navigate the digital world responsibly and safely.

Nicky is Training Lead and Coordinator at eSafety, providing high-level advice, support and professional learning to stakeholders in a range of contexts. 

She has more than 20 years of experience working as an education specialist, consulting to schools both in Australia and overseas. She is experienced in project management, having worked on statewide initiatives and government-funded projects with links to student mental health and wellbeing. 

Nicky has extensive experience creating and delivering professional learning workshops, creating and hosting large conference events, and organising stakeholder meetings and committees related to student and staff wellbeing. 

She has experience in responding to critical incidents, planning for risk, mandatory reporting and improving mental health and wellbeing referral and reporting processes. 

Nicky supports the Education and Training Manager at eSafety with the team who develops and manages online safety professional learning and resources for education settings, mental health organisations, sporting associations and community groups. 

She has a particular interest in respectful relationships and enhancing systems to work collaboratively to effectively support wellbeing.

Kellie is an online safety expert with more than 15 years of experience delivering high-energy presentations. She leads a talented team of 10 people supporting eSafety’s education and training initiatives.

With a background in learning and development, her professional work spans across education and government both in Australia and overseas.

Her career highlights at eSafety include representing the agency on the online safety expert panel for the Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse and working with three communities in Western Australia and Far North Queensland on eSafety’s Be Deadly project.

In her time at eSafety, Kellie has delivered professional learning and resources for a variety of audiences and sectors, including child protection. She has also created domestic and family violence related online safety initiatives and developed key partnerships with universities, education bodies, sporting organisations and support services.

As a speaker, Kellie has a unique ability to connect with her audience to ensure others see the importance of keeping ourselves and others safe online. 

Anais is Senior Education Advisor and Trainer at eSafety. She has a master’s degree in educational psychology with research interests and practice specialisation in child safeguarding and child sexual abuse prevention. 

She has 15 years of experience working in Australia and internationally across a range of sectors, including education, mental health, child protection, emergency management, regulation and disability. 

Anais has worked in direct practice as well as leadership and technical advisory roles where she has helped to strengthen the quality and accessibility of wellbeing and welfare services for individuals of all backgrounds and abilities.

Her experience includes leading the design of intervention programs, developing and delivering mandatory training, coordinating statewide priority projects, and designing and delivering welfare services in emergency management and community development settings. 

Her research interests include the interaction between video games, serious games for health interventions and wellbeing. 

Joanne is a highly experienced and accomplished presenter who has worked across the public and private sector for the last 20 years. She has led teams through significant content design and delivery innovation, including as a syllabus writer for the New South Wales Education Standards Authority.

She has collaborated within Senior Executive teams in high performance school settings to develop coherent strategic direction and innovative pedagogical practice. 

Most recently, Joanne has led the development of training for the Centre for Women’s Economic Safety, in her role as Head of Learning and Engagement. She collaborated with researchers, sector workers, lived experience panel members and relevant corporate audiences in the design of professional learning and resources to ensure impactful delivery. 

Her experience as a presenter is extensive, developing and delivering professional learning in Queensland, New South Wales, and Victoria. She has built highly effective partnerships with diverse external stakeholders in the creation and delivery of contemporary content, including through state conferences and symposiums. 

Joanne is committed to building greater awareness, alongside people’s capacity, to manage their online safety in an ever-evolving world.

Vesna has a rich and diverse career spanning a decade in the out-of-home care sector and more recently, an instrumental role as an investigator with eSafety.

Her experience in the out-of-home care sector included responsibilities in the recruitment and assessment of foster carers, and providing trauma-informed training to carers and staff. She has also been involved in the development and implementation of training materials, policies and processes that prioritise safe practices for those entrusted with the care and welfare of children and young people. 

As an investigator at eSafety, Vesna provided support pathways to individuals affected by adult cyber abuse, assisted with the removal of abusive content and empowered individuals with practical strategies for safer and more positive online experiences.

Through these combined roles, she has demonstrated a commitment to safeguarding individuals, both in the physical and digital realms, and to promoting a culture of safety, respect and wellbeing. Vesna’s journey continues to be driven by a passion for preventing harm and fostering positive outcomes.