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Find the perfect digital expert for you and your business. Browse our full team of mentors from across Victoria.
Find the perfect digital expert for you and your business. Browse our full team of mentors from across Victoria.
Our mentors cover a diverse range of digital topics, from artificial intelligence, search engine optimisation to social media marketing, and everything in-between. Stay ahead of the curve as our mentors stay up-to-date with the latest trends and tools in the digital realm. Access their vast knowledge across 112 digital topics and channel specialisations to navigate the ever-changing digital landscape.
YeeLin specialises in long-term lead-generation strategies, helping clients gain more referrals, appointments, and inquiries. Her system brings control to customer acquisition, freeing up time for clients. She utilises paid ads, local SEO, B2B cold outreach, Google review management, and lead nurturing through text and email marketing, focusing on start-ups, healthcare, medspa, beauty, professional services, real estate, and local businesses.
Sam McFarlane is a seasoned social media strategist, founder of Sam Says. With over 10 years of experience, she delivers exceptional results, specializing in Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Sam's expertise also includes blog management, content creation, and email marketing, helping clients drive engagement, brand visibility, and conversions.
With vast expertise in customer service, sales, marketing, and social media across various sectors, Briana transitioned from corporate marketing to establish Mingle Media. Over the past decade, she's managed diverse accounts and created impactful social media campaigns. Additionally, she co-hosts a podcast and co-founded Paw Xplore, integrating technology with pet care. Committed to personal time with family, she balances her professional pursuits with quality moments offline.
Jenn Donovan, coach, mentor, speaker, and author, is known for her impactful work in empowering small businesses byhelping them understand Social Media, Marketing, Email Marketing, the principles of growing a community and more. With successful ventures like Social Media and Marketing Australia, Buy From a Bush Business, and Spend With Us, she transforms clients from being invisible to their clients, to being invincible in business.
Clarissa is a PR and communications specialist with 10+ years of experience working across a range of hospitality, food and beverage, social impact, fashion and lifestyle brands. She helps founders and businesses clarify their brand position and design smarter, integrated marketing strategies.
Dominique is the CEO and Digital Marketing Specialist with over 10+ years of experience. She is very passionate about digital marketing, developing strategies and helping small businesses navigate through the digital landscape. She loves to share her knowledge and empower all of her mentoring participants so they can make educated decisions for their businesses.
Fiona provides professional brand strategy, graphic design, website development, hosting and domain name services, project management and business education. Fiona is highly motivated, and genuinely interested in seeing you achieve your goals.
Rod is the proud owner of Think Local Digital, an esteemed digital agency that specialises in providing exceptional services such as Google Ads management, SEO optimisation, captivating website design, Google My Business assistance, in-depth Google Analytics analysis, as well as reliable website hosting and regular updates. Rod's preferred industries include: home, trades & services, auto, health & fitness.
Fraser runs a digital agency out of Geelong called Propeld. Fraser believes that to reliably win more customers, you need to have a tried and true system that will attract, capture and convert the right type of customer for your business on autopilot. With 10+ years of experience working with businesses to deliver comprehensive digital strategies, Fraser will be able to help you propel yours to new heights.
Jason guides small business owners through the digital landscape. Applying a KISS approach, he optimizes their operations with simple, cost-effective tools and strategies he employs in his own business. Jason's expertise shines in sensible WordPress website development, blending SEO, design philosophy, and analytical engineering to create customer-friendly sites that enhance business efficiency.
In over 14 years, Karen has assisted small businesses in developing and executing effective local area marketing strategies. Initially focusing on print media, her expertise now encompasses managing Google Ads campaigns, website development, Google Business Profiles, hosting solutions, and SEO.
Clay has been building and repairing websites, and assisting clients with IT problems, for over 15 years now. He owns a small web development studio, Red Galleon, that also offers web hosting and domain registration services.
Vicky, an online visibility specialist, possesses expertise in Google Maps, Search Engine Optimization, and UX (User Experience). Through her business, Websites Which Work, she aids business owners in enhancing their online presence by creating search engine-friendly websites that effortlessly attract new customers and facilitate organic growth.
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Kim is an artist, photographer, and designer who views the world through a creative lens. With over a decade of university lecturing experience, Kim teaches digital art, photography, communication design, media, and professional art practice. Kim also co-directs a design agency, Design Scope and manages a community-focused art gallery for 25 years.
With a passion for helping individuals and SMEs lift their ventures to the next level through creative and effective branding and communications strategy, Bryley genuinely loves her work, which is reflected by the positive results her clients have come to expect. Bryley works with your business on a holistic basis, ensuring your marketing and communication works strategically and effectively to achieve your overall business goals.
Morgan is Creative Director of his own Communication Design studio. For almost 30 years Morgan has been a brand savvy designer who has kept pace with the ever-changing world of the web. He has a passion for all things design and works within a wide variety of industries. His expertise is brand strategy & digital communication solutions for web & print.
As the CEO & Creative Director of Light Creative, Nick builds brands with story and emotional intelligence. Partnering with brands such as the AFL, NBA, Melbourne Uni, Peter Mac, RMIT, Thoughtworks and NAB, Nick helps conscious business leaders craft authentic stories and experiences that create loyal and engaged followings.
Jo ChunYan is a brand designer, coach, and owner of her design studio, Jo ChunYan. Jo specialises in rebranding businesses to help them strategically launch, scale and grow. Jo specialises in creating striking, intelligent visual design solutions for brands across wellness, lifestyle, food and FMCG industries.
Audrey is the founder of Never Vanilla, is a digital communications specialist, brand strategist, and copywriter. She helps small businesses connect with their audiences through effective communication. With extensive experience and a focus on user experience, Audrey develops brand strategies and creates meaningful content for seamless brand experiences.
Regan, a Geelong-based Digital Marketing Communications Professional, excels at transforming client pain points, new products, and ideas into successful communication campaigns. Specialising in storytelling, she offers mentoring sessions to improve online presence through SEO techniques and compelling content, resulting in increased sales and customer conversions.
Kirri, the principal digital strategist at the Online Fix, specialises in digital marketing and strategy for small and micro businesses. With expertise in multi-channel marketing, she creates comprehensive plans considering search engines, social media, website design, and email marketing to maximise reach and conversions. Kirri prioritises understanding customer behavior and develops responsive plans to build awareness and drive conversions.
Loan is a digital marketing specialist and Director of Dieme Agency - a social media, branding and web design agency for premium brands. She has helped many businesses build stand-out brands and scale their growth online with online marketing strategy, premium branding and high-converting websites.
Frances Pratt, with a background in sales, business growth, and consulting, founded Metisan to help entrepreneurs confidently sell their products. She specialises in teaching sales storytelling and boosting client engagement through a unique blend of skills in Change Management, Sales, and Adult Learning. Her programs drive real transformation by empowering businesses to understand and connect with their clients effectively.
Liliana, a Colombian Australian social leader and entrepreneur, innovatively advocates for Latin American and migrant women in Australia, empowering over 250 artisan-led South American businesses and local migrant women microbusinesses. Her expertise fosters financial independence by breaking barriers and forging alliances, resulting in tangible outcomes like women empowerment and cultural diversity.
Sam Hicks is a passionate advocate for regional business development, marketing, and photography in North East Victoria. With a diverse background in ceramics, tourism, artistic endeavors, and business consultancy, she empowers micro and small business owners. Sam's commitment to community development is evident through her volunteer work in various sectors.
With over 20 years of experience in various businesses, Angie offers personalised support to small and medium-sized business owners. Angie conducts audits, identifies improvement opportunities, and provides guidance for growth. Angie also specialises in supporting franchise businesses and provides solutions for bookkeeping, payroll, HR, and budget management. Angie's focus is on empowering business owners and achieving excellence through streamlined reporting and processes.
Amy Treacy is a small business digital specialist and the founder of Bush Biz Boost, a digital business support service based in Cohuna. She is a lover of all things small business, social media marketing and digital growth. She looks forward to helping rural entrepreneurs start their business or grow their online presence.
Adam Selwood, Australian entrepreneur, CTO, and co-founder of Cynch — a leading local cybersecurity startup. With a rich background in technology, security and digital business, Adam has dedicated his career to making cybersecurity accessible and effective for small businesses.
Darren Vowles is a seasoned marketing specialist, with a strong focus on ChatGPT/Bard and AI. He excels in dynamic marketing environments, handling end-to-end product lifecycle, marketing automation, and driving adoption and engagement. Darren serves Beechworth, Wangaratta, Wodonga, Bright, St Kilda, and is available online.
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