Build Connections and Create Change with The Collab Way
The Collab Way is more than consultancy, it’s a values-driven, people-first approach to building meaningful connections and creating real change.
CONNECTION - COLLABORATION - CHANGE
From Strategy to Impact: Collaboration That Empowers People and Drives Change
We partner with purpose-led organisations to co-design programs, strategies, and partnerships that support people, strengthen communities, and drive long-term cultural and systemic impact. Whether we’re mapping needs and strategic growth areas, creating youth transition programs, leading wellbeing initiatives, creating training solutions, or building cross-sector working groups, our work is grounded in collaboration, inclusion, and practical outcomes.
With over 25 years of experience across education, sport, industry, and government, we bring a deep understanding of how systems work and how people can thrive within them. From short-term projects to long-term partnerships, we help turn ideas into action, and strategy into impact.
Leigh Killian Is Leading Change Through Experience, Purpose And Community
Across education, industry, sport, and government, I’ve been privileged to design and deliver programs that create real-world impact for individuals, communities, and organisations.
The Collab Way was born from a simple belief: meaningful change happens when the right people come together with a shared purpose. I’ve built my career on that idea, bringing stakeholders together to co-design initiatives that are inclusive, sustainable, and grounded in community needs.
In recent years, I led the creation of SupportHer Co, a regional initiative supporting emerging female athletes through wellbeing services, education, and transition planning. This work brought together schools, sporting clubs, universities, health professionals, and sponsors to deliver free, impactful programs all shaped by athlete voice and lived experience.
Previously, I led national training teams and delivered multimillion-dollar vocational education contracts, developed strategic partnerships with schools and government, collaborated with Industry bodies to identify and address skills gaps, and helped secure Smart and Skilled funding to build career pathways tailored to industry needs. Whether working on education reform, gender equity in sport, or youth transitions, my approach is the same: listen, collaborate, design for change.
I bring experience in program development, stakeholder engagement, case management and player wellbeing. But more importantly, I bring a genuine commitment to people and purpose.
The Collab Way isn’t just what I do, it's how I work.
“ I’m a connector, someone who thrives on working with others. ”
— Leigh Killian
Purpose Driven Solutions That Create Real Impact
Whether you're looking for short-term support on a project or seeking a long-term partnership, we offer flexible, collaborative services that put people at the centre. From co-designing programs to connecting the right partners, we work alongside you to create thoughtful, purpose-driven outcomes that deliver real impact.
We offer thoughtful, purpose-driven solutions to help you:
Close skills gaps through local training and career pathways
Strengthen youth transitions from school to employment
Create equitable opportunities across communities
Support wellbeing through people-first program design
Map service gaps and clarify support pathways
Enable industry-informed, community-led impact
“We’re not just consultants, we’re collaborators, facilitators, and changemakers. From planning a leadership day to co-designing a youth wellbeing initiative or forming a cross-sector working group, we’re here to ensure the right people are in the room and the work gets done, with purpose.”
Our Core Services and Areas of Expertise
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We co-design, implement, and manage programs that align with your goals and deliver meaningful outcomes. Whether you're starting from scratch or refining an existing initiative, we help turn strategy into action.
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We plan and deliver dynamic, engaging workshops, events, and professional learning experiences designed to build capacity, spark collaboration, and inspire change.
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We bring the right people to the table across education, sport, government, and community—to develop shared agendas, align efforts, and drive impact. We provide community and Industry engagement opportunities.
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As trusted connectors, we help link organisations with the right professionals, services, and community groups creating partnerships that strengthen your reach and results.
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We map the full journey of your stakeholders whether students, athletes, or staff identifying risks, opportunities, and wellbeing gaps. Our tailored reports and support models help build systems that truly support your people.
The Collab Way Difference
We don’t just consult — we collaborate. The Collab Way is built on deep relationships, honest conversations, and shared purpose.
We help organisations design programs and partnerships that are both people-led and impact-driven. By bringing strategy and heart together, we listen first, work alongside you, and focus on practical solutions that create real change.
Deep experience in aligning diverse stakeholders
Proven track record in building high-impact, purpose-led programs
Holistic approach grounded in wellbeing and inclusion
Strong cross-sector networks and community relationships
A focus on practical, lasting, system-level change
Let’s Start the Conversation
We’d love to hear from you.
Whether you’re exploring a new project, looking to collaborate, or just want to start a conversation we’re here to connect.
Reach out to chat about how we can support your goals, your people, and your community.