Joanne Brooks

Experience

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  Commonwealth Bank

  Nov 1980 - Nov 1997

  Clerk to Assistant Relationship Manager

  From general bank clerk, thorough to teller and evolved into commercial lending where I managed a portfolio of clients with borrowing needs of up to $40mil AUS dollars.

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  Northern City Finance

  Jan 1997 - Jan 2001

  National Training & Development Manager

  Created and implemented training programs for he franchise network including the Diploma of Financial Services (Finance Mortgage Broking Management) with Deakin University.

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  SANWA

  Jan 1997 - Jan 1998

  Documents officer
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  City Pacific Finance

  Jan 2001 - Jan 2006

  National Training Manager

  Created and delivered workshops in the finance broking arena from Commercial to residential lending as well as sales skills

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  Ripple Results

  Jan 2006 - Jan 2008

  Business Owner

  I started this business with a view to providing technical skills training to the Finance Broker sector - predmoniantly focussing on Plant & Equipment Lending and Commercial Lending. Workshops were delivered with the support and recognition of the FBAA and MFAA. To compliment these programs I also delivered soft skills training through my partnership with Sugar International. These programs remain available.

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  Sugar Training

  Sept 2006 - Sept 2007

  Consulting Partner

  Delivery of soft skills programs to the financials services sector throughout Australia and New Zealand. Programs predominantly focussed on business growth and customer retention.

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  Origin HR (Qld) Pty Ltd

  Sept 2007 - Nov 2012

  Owner

  Delivery of federally funded nationally recognised qualifications. The programs are delivered via a blended learning environment - the content is delivered on-line with regular monthly contact to the participant either face to face or via telephone.

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  Entamio Corporate Services Pty Ltd

  Dec 2012 - Nov 2016

  CEO / Director

  We provide education with an entrepreneurial spirit.We deliver nationally recognised training with strategic acumen and mastery of your personal and professional skill-sets. We are a group dedicated to growing the futures of individuals and organisations. We are Entamio.EDUCATION We energise careers through education, providing certifid programs and training.DEVELOPMENTWe are enablers of specifi skills development, providing supplementary ‘live skills’ training togenerate a positive, professional advantage. STRATEGYWe will enhance your career growth and business mastery by providing strategic insights and consultation. We invite you to align yourself with our learning programs and create personal and organisational success. Experience learning and transform your potential to possibility. Show less

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  JB Connections Pty Ltd

  Nov 2016 - May 2018

  Finance practitioner ♦ financial education ♦ strategy ♦ connector of professional services ♦ mentor

  With the launch of the Joanne Brooks brand comes the expertise I’ve accumulated over the last 30 years to bringing together education, finance, connections and strategy for all my stakeholders. Blended in with this is a very spiritual piece which essentially means I’m launching this business first and foremost for me and a close second for my clients and connections. I’ve very much learnt that I must focus on me from a perspective of health, wealth and values. This excites me no end as I am now finally working in a space I love; as I know when I’m in this space it simply naturally flows for all those I connect with. This is also a place where I am driven to give my clients my undivided attention enabling me to gain a clear understanding of that they need not what I want to sell!If I can’t deliver there’s a very good chance I know someone who can. It’s this added dimension that thrills me as connecting people creates a whole other level of satisfaction for me. My ideal clients is: -• Small to medium businesses with turnover up to $35m • Individuals who are keen to improve their career opportunities & personal estate • Individuals & business owners who are seeking a “seamless finance” transaction • Mortgage Brokers who are keen to diversify their business • Small to medium business owners who are keen to take their business to the next level• Professionals in the accountancy sector where I know I can provide significant value add to their clients I’d love to connect with you, so reach out via LinkedIn or joanne@joannebrooks.net and let’s see where this goes! Show less

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  Miovesta

  Jan 2017 - Apr 2017

  Commercial Broker
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  Northquest

  Feb 2017 - May 2018

  Senior Relationship Manager

  Northquest is an innovative solutions management company that opens up new growth opportunities for our clients. We enable businesses and governments to improve the critical infrastructure necessary to support and grow their organisations via innovative managed service agreements and traditional rental and leasing products. Additionally our focus on sustainability helps our clients to reduce their energy consumption and reduce their carbon footprint along with their overall costs.The Northquest proposition can provide an innovative funding solution in terms of specific asset classes such as IT (hardware and software), fit out, warehousing, plant & equipment and Clean Energy that you may not necessarily be able to finance through traditional banking lines without the need for supporting security. Show less

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  Foundation Training Australia (FTA)

  Apr 2018 - Oct 2020

  General Manager

  As a progressive and innovate company, Foundation Training Australia believes that people should be able to learn in amazing ways for a limitless education experience. With highly experienced and dedicated team, we are committed to doing things differently - authentically, ethically, sustainably and of course with a no bullshit policy. We make no excuses for providing stringent curriculum requirements with the qualification available. To be the best when learning, the learning but be relevant and the training must be tailored and have real-world outcomes. FTA is an Australian owned and operated Registered Training Organisation (#31972) that offers a range of high quality courses under it's two trading entities Infrastructure Training Australia (ITA) and Australian College of Computer Embroidery & Textile Technology (ACCETT).Our vision is to become the benchmark for RTO's, and the RTO of choice for students, employers and our stakeholders. Show less

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  The Business Ignite Project

  Sept 2020 - Mar 2021

  Business-Ignite Project Developer

  Navig8Biz was awarded a tender by DESBT (Department of Education Small Business & Training Queensland) as the provider of government-funded online business training for Queensland small business owners, staff, and those who wish to be involved in small business. The learning program, The Business Ignite Project, is set to pull small businesses out of the pandemic into a prosperous future, as well as provide opportunities for those who are in career transition. The program comprises- 11 courses with over 100 lessons- over 90 tools and templates- twice weekly webinars- Two monthly workshops - Monthly podcast - Private FaceBook groupOur mission is to ignite the Passion in business owners to move them from the danger zone of small business (<$200k tunover and less than 1 staff) to large sustainable business with a Turnover of $2mill and a minimum of 5 staff. We do this by aligning their business to their Purpose to ensure they create the Legacy they are seeking. These are not simply words to our team. They are the sole purpose of Navig8Biz. With a continued collaborative relationship with SBAA, we feel confident we will see a shift from surviving to thriving among our business community. Show less

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  6 Star Business

  Jan 2021 - now

  Core Team Member

  I'm proud to be a core founding team member of the 6 Star Business Network. Who or what is the 6-Star Business?We are lifting business to create a better future. To expand on that, and what that looks like, it means that 6 Star Business is a movement, an ethos, a way of being and operating that helps businesses be better and do better. We have a goal to help businesses use their love, purpose and impact to create meaningful impacts and connections in their communities, so that we can help create focus back into our local communities - and how we can support them.We are helping businesses to impact and improve in their communities worldwide. Our target audience are owners of purpose-driven businesses who want to do better, be better, and give better. Businesses that strive to do more than just make a profit and grow.We have a podcast, a community, and in progress - we have a book coming!Podcast - https://podcast.6star.businessCommunity - https://community.6star.businessOur members are growing rapidly and we are expanding the way we can serve them and help them to serve others, better. Show less

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  Navig8Biz

  Aug 2021 - now

  With 20+ years in the RTO industry, I’ve navigated ASQA compliance, funding regulations, leadership challenges, and operational bottlenecks firsthand. I scaled one RTO to $30M turnover in just 24 months, leveraging strategic growth, automation, and leadership—proving that scaling is possible with the right systems and mindset.💡 How We Help Female RTO Leaders:✔ Scaling Beyond $2.5M: Proven frameworks for revenue growth✔ ASQA & Compliance Mastery: Reduce risk with automation✔ Leadership & Team Development: Shift from operator to CEO✔ Financial Confidence: Strengthen pricing, cash flow & profitability✔ Business Optimization: Build a scalable, systemized RTOThrough Her Transformation, Ducere Global Business School & Elevate Business Consulting, we provide real-world education, consulting & automation tools tailored to female RTO owners ready to scale with confidence.📥 Download My Free RTO Scale & Compliance Checklist:👉 https://www.navig8biz.com/resources📅 Want to Scale Without More Stress?🚀 Book a 30-minute strategy call: https://tidycal.com/joannebrooks/jkb30 Show less Scaling Your RTO Starts with You FirstMany female RTO founders hit a ceiling—trapped in compliance stress, revenue plateaus, and leadership overwhelm. Scaling isn’t just about business strategy—it starts with YOU.That’s why I created Her Transformation, a 6-month online mentorship program designed to help female RTO owners shift from operator to CEO, gain clarity, and scale their business with confidence. This program is about working on YOU first—breaking through mindset barriers, strengthening leadership skills, and preparing for sustainable, stress-free growth.Meet Your Dream Team of Mentors:💡 Joanne Brooks – Business resilience coach, helping you scale without burnout.💡 Rachel Wayte – Sound healer, breaking down inner barriers.💡 Bron Williams – Tackling unconscious bias like a pro.💡 Gaelene Adams-Love – Contributor profile expert, helping you own your strengths.💡 Jane Vandermeer – Personal styling guru, because confidence starts with how you show up.💡 Simone de Haas – Public speaking queen, making sure your voice is heard.What You’ll Gain Over 6 Months:✨ Connection – Build your network, find your people & collaborate with like-minded female leaders.✨ Inspiration – Ditch self-doubt and step into your leadership with confidence.✨ Transformation – Develop the mindset, strategy & skills needed to scale beyond $2.5M.✨ Impact – Implement real changes in your business and see measurable results.🚀 Scaling your RTO is about more than revenue—it’s about stepping into your power as a leader and building a business that works for YOU.📥 Join the Program: https://www.navig8biz.com/her-transformation Show less Step Two: You’re Ready to Scale—Now Let’s Build the FoundationsAfter Her Transformation, you’ve gained clarity on your vision, strategy, and leadership mindset—now it’s time to implement the right business foundations to scale sustainably and profitably.With years of experience building, owning, and scaling multiple RTOs—both my own and others—I understand that true success goes beyond ASQA compliance.A thriving RTO needs robust systems, financial clarity, and a strong team to support long-term growth. I’ve also helped businesses successfully apply for RTO status, ensuring they start with the right systems from day one.How We Help You Scale with Certainty:✔ Custom Growth Strategy – Strengthen your roadmap & remove bottlenecks.✔ Beyond ASQA Compliance – Build a scalable, audit-ready RTO.✔ Automation & Systems – Streamline compliance, student engagement, and reporting.✔ Trainer Performance & CPD – Ensure trainer currency & professional development.✔ Leadership & Team Development – Empower your team to run without you.✔ Financial Clarity – Model cash flow shifts & increase profitability.Scaling isn’t just about compliance—it’s about building an RTO that runs efficiently, engages students, empowers trainers, and creates long-term impact.📥 Let’s Book Your Growth Plan: https://www.navig8biz.com/connect-with-jkb Show less Step Three: Now It’s Time to Accelerate & Lead at a Higher LevelYou’ve done the inner work with Her Transformation, you’ve built deep, scalable foundations with Elevate Business Consulting—now, it’s time to shift gears, refine your leadership, and develop world-class entrepreneurial skills to drive serious growth.Through our partnership with Ducere Global Business School, we help RTO leaders, executive teams, and even your graduates access industry-leading qualifications that go beyond traditional education. Whether you want to sharpen your leadership skills or provide your students with bigger and better further study options, Ducere offers Graduate Certificates, Degrees, and MBA pathways that deliver real-world business expertise.What Makes Ducere Different?✔ Industry-Led Learning – No exams, just real-world business application.✔ Project-Based Degrees – Work on live industry projects instead of outdated theory.✔ Global Leadership Development – Skills to manage & scale high-impact businesses.✔ Future-Ready Strategic Thinking – Learn to navigate complex, evolving industries.✔ Pathways for RTO Graduates – Give your students access to further education that aligns with their career ambitions.📌 This isn’t just about education—it’s about creating real-world impact.🚀 Now is the time to refine your leadership, sharpen your team’s strategy, and provide a future-focused education pathway for your RTO graduates.📥 Learn More About Our Programs: https://www.navig8biz.com/ducerebrisbane Show less

  • Founder and Creator

    Aug 2017 - now

  • Founder | Her Transformation Program

    Jan 2017 - now

  • Founder | Elevate Business Consulting

    Jan 2017 - now

  • Strategic Partner | Ducere Global Business School

    Aug 2021 - now
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  Ducere Global Business School

  May 2022 - Apr 2023

  Brisbane Manager

  With a focus on helping Women Realise Their Full Potential, I've joined the Ducere' Global Business School with the sole purpose of connecting with women both in business and women who work in the corporate sector. Ducere Global Business School is a recognised leader in university – enterprise collaborations, to design and deliver degrees that have real career impact. We partner with major universities across 4 continents, global corporations, government departments and NGOs, as well as being a member of the AACSB, Clinton Foundation, United Nations, and various global chambers, to ensure that our programs are current, relevant and industry connected. Show less

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  Ducere Brisbane

  Jun 2022 - now

  Independant Partner

  As a partner of Ducere Global Business School, I am proud to collaborate with an institution that pioneers practical, industry-focused education for aspiring and established leaders. My role involves championing innovative learning experiences that bridge the gap between academia and real-world business challenges. Through this partnership, I contribute to fostering opportunities for professionals to gain actionable insights, develop strategic thinking, and drive meaningful impact in their careers and organisations. Together with Ducere, I support the vision of empowering individuals to excel through practical knowledge, cutting-edge research, and global business expertise. Show less

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  EDUK8U: Grad School Asia

  Apr 2023 - Oct 2023

  Head of Education

  When you choose EDUK8U, you choose an experience designed to transform you into the person you envision yourself to be. We encourage initiative, exploration, critical thought, and innovation. As a result, we will help you discover and realize your potential through our top graduate programs.We equip students with the best possible opportunities through programmes delivered by highly-skilled academic staff with strong industry links. We generate ideas that have an impact in the workplace. Moreover, we believe that students learn best through interactive debate. We encourage all opportunities to question current thinking. It’s this student-lecturer partnership that accounts and accredits our value purpose to you.We are a business graduate school with a specialty on Human Capital Development, people management and leadership programmes. We aim to upskill our students with practical knowledge, sharing on the HOW and the art of delivery.We pride ourselves in our solid, innovative and practical teachings; with the approach to introduce more innovative, customer-centric, and agile thinking into organisations. Join us, one of the best business schools in Asia.Additionally, our collaboration and partnerships with renowned international industry bodies ensure the delivery with exceptional value and quality. EDUK8U: Grad School Asia is the academic partner to SHRM, IAM UK, CompTIA and NOCN UK. Show less

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  BeeKonnected

  Aug 2023 - Jan 2024

  Affiliate Coach

  As an Elite 100 coach for BEEKonnected, I share the simply awesome capabilities of BEEKonnected by simply utilising the platform for al my virtual meetings and webinars. 𝒲𝒽𝓎 𝐵𝐸𝐸𝒦𝑜𝓃𝓃𝑒𝒸𝓉𝑒𝒹?We're not just another social platform; we're here to disrupt the industry giants like Zoom, Facebook, and LinkedIn. BEEKonnected offers not one, not two, but five distinct services, and it's also the only platform where you can monetize your presence.The Premium version, perfect for serious influencers, includes webinar features at a fraction of the cost of Zoom, along with unique benefits you won't find anywhere else. What sets BEEKonnected apart is that it's designed and built by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs.𝓣𝓱𝓮 5 𝓚𝓮𝔂 𝓢𝓮𝓻𝓿𝓲𝓬𝓮𝓼:1. Free HD Video Conferencing: Enjoy unlimited high-definition video conferencing.2. HD Broadcasting Platform: Broadcast your message to a global audience.3. Social Media Posts: Easily share your updates across multiple platforms.4. Unlimited Open and Closed Groups: Connect with communities that matter to you.5. Create Instant Leads: Grow your network effortlessly.With BEEKonnected, you'll have more than double the time of Zoom's 40-minute limit and the ability to live stream to five social platforms simultaneously, reaching a broader audience. Plus, you can host up to 100 attendees on each call. Show less

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  ZEL People Pty Ltd

  Nov 2023 - Jul 2024

  Chief Operating Officer

  Part of the Zel Group of Companies. People are our Calling.

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  ZEL Services Logistics Pty Ltd

  Nov 2023 - May 2024

  Workforce Manager

  ZEL Care will be the newest leading NDIS service provider in disability care and support in Australia.ZEL Care will have offices in each state - including in Gold Coast, Melbourne, and Perth! - with 100+ staffdelivering the best care to NDIS participants across the board.ZEL Care will transform the lives of participants, their families and loved ones, and all the staff who workto make the business possible, one day at a time.

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  The C-Suite Network

  Apr 2024 - now

  C-Suite Network Executive Leader

  The C-Suite Network is the world’s most trusted network of C-Suite leaders, with a focus on providing growth, development and networking opportunities for business executives with titles of vice president and above. The C-Suite Network’s mission is to provide a peer community, networking events, relevant content and services to support c-level executives and other entrepreneurs achieve professional success. C-Suite Network offers invitation only events as well as custom-tailored content through all its entities: C-Suite TV, C-Suite Radio, C-Suite Book Club, and C-Suite Network Advisors™ Show less

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  Small Business Association of Australia

  Aug 2024 - now

  SBAA Ambassador

  As a partner of the Small Business Association of Australia (SBAA), I am dedicated to supporting the growth and success of small businesses across the country. Through this partnership, I actively contribute to initiatives that empower small business owners with the tools, knowledge, and networks they need to thrive in a competitive landscape. By collaborating with SBAA, I work to foster innovation, create opportunities for meaningful connections, and advocate for the needs and challenges of small business operators. Together, we aim to build a resilient and prosperous small business community that drives Australia's economic growth and sustainability. Show less

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  Brownee - Sustainability in the baking

  Nov 2024 - now

  Brownee Accredited Advisor
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  Women's Network Australia

  Dec 2024 - now

  As a proud partner of Women's Network Australia (WNA), I am committed to supporting and empowering women entrepreneurs to thrive in their businesses. Collaborating with WNA, I contribute to creating opportunities for connection, learning, and growth through events, workshops, and resources tailored to the unique challenges and aspirations of women in business. Together, we strive to build a strong community that uplifts and celebrates the success of female entrepreneurs across Australia. My role includes fostering meaningful relationships, sharing actionable insights, and championing the collective vision of expanding WNA's reach and impact nationwide. Show less

  • Womens Network Australia Impact Award Winnder

    Nov 2023 - now

  • Women's Network Australia Partner and Ambassador

    Dec 2024 - Mar 2025