Mentors & Advisory

Are you keen to inspire our next generation and pass on your skills, knowledge and experience? We’d love to hear from you!

At Groei we surround ourselves with like-minded individuals who are committed to the advancement of youth and foster eco systems within communities in innovation education. Some of our mentors and advisors include:

Co-Founder at Valor Esports
Sam Ward

I enjoy developing and growing products and processes – start-ups and small businesses.

Managing Director Braeside Estate 
Samantha Reynolds

A leader in education that embraces “pracademia’ in the curriculum, fosters innovation, life skill and emotional growth of students, as well academic achievement.

Interior Designer | Academic | Design Educator | Design Researcher | Design Advocate
Dr Natalie Wright

I am an experienced commercial award-winning Interior Designer, Academic (H-Index 12) and Design Advocate.

Desley Pidgeon
University Lecturer – CQ University
Desley Pidgeon

As an experienced educational facilitator, Desley is dedicated to empowering individuals through entrepreneurial programs that encourage innovative thinking and nurture sustainable growth. 

Executive Officer – Gateway To Training
Jodi Toohey

Experience in enhancing employment skills and building the capacity of rural and regional communities, with a family-centred approach and an acute awareness of the barriers women face when establishing a business.

Stephanie Piper - Launchpad
University of Southern Queensland
Stephanie Piper

Creative technologist by trade, Steph’s passionate about helping the next generation of entrepreneurs succeed. With an insatiable thirst for learning, Steph’s passion lies in 3D printing, 3D modelling and teaching Arduino classes.