The Educonomy Team

KEVIN EKENDAHL

KEVIN EKENDAHL

Chief Executive Officer

About Kevin

Kevin has extensive experience working in senior management positions across the training and education sector. Having built and managed a registered training organisation, Kevin understands the importance of ensuring there is the right balance between growth and compliance. Prior to this Kevin worked in the advertising sales industry where he gained valuable skills in business development and marketing.

Education

Bachelor of Business (Enterprise Development) Diploma of Quality Auditing Certificate IV in Training and Assessment.

Affiliations

Independent Tertiary Education Australia (ITECA) Institute of Internal Auditors (Australia)

Quote

“He’s not the messiah, he’s a very naughty boy”– Monty Pythons, The Life of Brian

Coffee

Soy Latte. Otherwise a simple instant Blend43 will do 

MATTHEW DALE

MATTHEW DALE

Client Success Officer & Founder

About Matthew

Matthew has a wealth of experience working in a range of roles across the Vocational Education and Training Sector, having worked as a former policy advisor to the Victorian Minister of Skills & Training, also as the National GM of Quality & Compliance for a large RTO, and as an RTO manage prior to establishing Audit Express. Matthew has had experience with applying for and managing various state & federal funding contracts. Matthew is passionate about improving the overall quality of education.

Education

Bachelor of Adult Learning and Development 
Diploma of Training and Assessment 
Diploma of Quality Auditing 
Certificate IV in Training and Assessment 
Certificate in Design Thinking (RMIT) 

Affiliation

Institute of Internal Auditors (Australia)

Quote

“Do what you love and love what you do, and you’ll never work a day in your life”

Coffee

Almond milk latte 

SHARON EKENDAHL

SHARON EKENDAHL

Chief Financial Officer

About Sharon

Sharon has more than a decade of experience in practice management, working in a range of management roles across accounting and law firms. Sharon is a Chartered Accountant, specialising in taxation, and has experience working across both small and large firms. Sharon is a highly driven individual that is passionate about improving organisational systems and developing workforce skills and capability.

Education

Bachelor of Accounting
Graduate Certificate of Chartered Accounting Institute of Internal Auditors (Australia)

Affiliations

Chartered Accountants 

Quote

“Reach for greatness, nothing less, and make sure you have some fun along the way”
– Steven Van Zandt

Coffee

Lactose-free cappuccino, no sugar 

ASHLEY QUARRELL

ASHLEY QUARRELL

Learning Designer

About Ashley

Ashley has with over 10 years of experience in learning design and simulation with a passion for innovation to create enjoyable, flexible, and effective learning experiences. Ashley has worked in various industries including emergency management, higher education, construction, and public transport. Ashley is known for their expertise in creating immersive and engaging learning solutions that drive positive outcomes.

Education

Advanced Diploma of Multimedia, Swinburne University of Technology
HBDI Practitioner, Hermann

Affiliations

Google Street View trusted photographer.

Quote

The strength of the team is each individual member. The strength of each member is the team. – Phil Jackson

Coffee

Latte + 1 Sugar

CLAIRE COOPER

CLAIRE COOPER

Learning Designer

About Claire

Following 18 years in Early Childhood Education and Care, Claire moved into the VET sector teaching Early Childhood through a private RTO. Claire’s strong pedagogy provided firm foundations for the move to androgogy. Her passion for effective educational practices has been the backbone of her move into learning and design, where she is able to apply sound theory to reduce cognitive load and provide practical activities for students across any vocation.  

Education

Studying towards a Bachelor in Adult and Vocational Education

CIV in Vocational Education and Training

Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

Quote

 Quote: “Ancora Imparo” – I am still learning,  Michelangelo at age 87.

 

Tea

Tea

PIP LYNDON-JAMES

PIP LYNDON-JAMES

Learning Designer

About Pip

Pip has 15 years experience in the education sector, including Higher Education, Vocational Education and Training and Vocational Workplace Learning. She has driven projects in private, government and non-government organisations, with the focus of instilling a learner’s lens within the stakeholders she encounters.

Education
Masters Adult Education
Graduate Diploma Vocational Workplace Learning
Graduate Certificate Innovative Design
Bachelor of Nursing
Advanced Diploma Paramedic Science
Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
Quote

 Quote: “I shall be telling this with a sigh Somewhere ages and ages hence: Two roads diverged in a wood, and I— I took the one less traveled by, And that has made all the difference.” Robert Frost

Tea

I don’t drink coffee, I drink tea!

MICHELLE NAVARRO

MICHELLE NAVARRO

Learning Design Assistant

About Michelle

Michelle has 6 years of experience in learning and development. Michelle is passionate about learning and creativity and believes these are essential components of any successful learning experience. Michelle enjoys exploring new ideas and concepts and is always looking for ways to incorporate innovative approaches in her work. Michelle is also interested in video as a medium for learning, as she believes that video has the potential to be a powerful tool for engaging learners.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration Major in Management

Quote
“Life is about taking changes and making memories.” – Lewis (Meet the Robinsons 2007)
Coffee

Cappuccino or Peppermint Mocha

KATRINA BUENVIAJE

KATRINA BUENVIAJE

Learning Design Assistant

About Katrina
Katrina has over 7 years experience as a Quality Assurance Lead in the Registered Training Organisation (RTO) Industry, meticulously auditing assessments across various fields such as Hospitality, Business, and Learning Design. Katrina’s significant contributions extend to resource development projects and graphic design work. Katrina has a passion for learning design and enjoys coming up with new ideas to ensure a positive learning experience. Katrina is results-driven and an organised professional, committed to delivering excellence.
Education

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration Major in Management

Quote
“Integrity is doing the right thing, even when no one is watching.” – C.S. Lewis
Coffee
I’m not much of a coffee drinker, but I absolutely love hot chocolate.
GRAHAM MEGGINSON

GRAHAM MEGGINSON

Quality Assurance Officer

About Graham

Graham who is originally from the UK has over 35 years experience working internationally in the Hospitality sector as an Operations Manager running multiple venues and more recently in the last decade has transitioned into the education and training sector having worked for a number of RTO’s as a qualified trainer and assessor. 

Education

Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

Quote

“If you want creative workers give them time to play” – John Cleese

Coffee

I don’t drink coffee

DANIEL SAVAGE

DANIEL SAVAGE

Videographer

About Daniel
Daniel has been ideating, producing, directing, shooting, editing, managing, and delivering high performing online video content for publishers, brands, media companies, and creative agencies for over 3 and a half years. Daniel is highly experienced in all stages of content production. He inherently understands online culture and audiences. His unique, multidisciplinary skill set has enabled him to create compelling editorial and branded content across entertainment, music, retail, culinary arts, and culture. Daniel is a collaborative team player who crafts stories with target audiences in mind. He is passionate about identifying new emerging social media trends. His aim with every project is to create content that gets audiences talking.
Education
Quote
Coffee
DANIEL ROMAN

DANIEL ROMAN

Video Marketing

About Daniel

Daniel specialises in Video-marketing and creative strategies for dissemination and positioning through multimedia content. Innovative and motivated with an eye for marketing and business. He specializes in videography, graphic design, digital marketing and 360 interactive environments, with more than 4 years of experience in the sector.

Education

Certificate IV in business, Professional Development Course in: Digital Marketing / Specific skills courses: in Inbound Marketing / Professional development courses in: video direction, photography and After Effects

Affiliations

Google Street View trusted photographer.

Quote

The true reward is not found at the end of the road, but in the road itself.”

Coffee

Cappuccino W/2 Suggars

4 + 14 =

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