Our story
Sustainable Shift isn't just a name, it's a commitment. We're a collective of passionate professionals dedicated to empowering businesses to embrace sustainability as a catalyst for growth, innovation, and positive impact. We believe that sustainability is not only about doing less harm, it's also about creating a thriving future for all.
A convergence of purpose
Sustainable Shift emerged from a shared vision among a group of experienced consultants, coaches, and communicators. We recognised a need for a more holistic and purpose-driven approach to sustainability in the business world. We saw an opportunity to go beyond compliance and surface-level solutions to create truly transformative experiences, that have proven to enhance organisational performance and foster lasting impact.
A diverse collective of expertise
Sustainable Shift brings together a unique blend of skills and experience.
Alan Taylor (3P Impact)
A leadership development consultant, coach, and IT delivery expert. Alan brings a wealth of experience in organisational change, strategy, and coaching, helping businesses navigate the complexities of sustainable transformation.
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Alan's story
Alan is an accredited coach (ICF-ACC), who helps individuals at all levels achieve their goals, overcoming challenges along the way. With a deep commitment to creating a sustainable environment, he partners with individuals and teams who seek to transition from intent to action, supporting them in overcoming barriers and hurdles that lie in their path.
His extensive experience coaching leaders, teams and workshop facilitation includes assisting clients identify a vision, overcoming challenges and enabling team cohesion. He is also skilled in Extended DISC Assessments and conflict management coaching.
Alan has a passion for our environment that extends to his work in an international research program with The Climate Coaches. They are assessing the climate culture of organisations, and developing methods that best bring teams together as they work on challenging goals.
He also acts as a co-convener of the Inner Development Goals Australia community and the Climate Coaching Alliance for Australia and New Zealand, where he enjoys helping a dedicated communities enhance their comprehension of the psychological impact of climate change and exploring techniques that can aid them.
Cherry Ward (Bluebird Leadership)
Cherry is a seasoned leader, consultant, facilitator and executive coach, with a holistic approach, specialising in leadership, culture, and sustainability transformation, empowering leaders to drive systemic change.
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Cherry's story
Cherry is an ecosystem-builder that takes a holistic approach to leadership development and has dedicated her career to empowering others through her work. As a seasoned leader, consultant, facilitator, and executive coach, Cherry brings expertise in leadership, culture, and sustainability transformation.
Before leaving the corporate world, Cherry worked at senior leadership levels across Human Resources in diverse industries and geographies, operating at both strategic and tactical levels. During her 20 years corporate experience, Cherry worked within large and complex organisations and led high-performing teams across the Americas, Asia Pacific, and Europe.
Cherry specialises in empowering leaders to develop their inner capacity for outer systemic change which incorporates regenerative practices and leading organisations to make a lasting impact.
Cherry has formal qualifications in Business (MBA & BBus.), Sustainability/ESG transformation, coaching and a range of tools and diagnostics to support leaders thrive and build sustainable futures.
A lifelong learner and ski enthusiast, Cherry's passion for skiing and adventure has been instrumental in developing her into a resilient and purposeful business leader who thrives in the face of change and adversity. Cherry brings equal parts passion and pragmatism to her work in developing better leaders for a better world.
Mik Aidt (Geelong Media)
Mik has been a highly influential player with respect to our environment, with very active communications experience for over 10 years, including playing a very significant part in the global ‘Climate Emergency Declaration’ movement.
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Mik's story
Mik Aidt is an accomplished international journalist, broadcaster, and communication consultant with a passion for sustainability and community engagement. He has worked for renowned media outlets such as the SBS in Australia, and DR, the Danish Broadcasting Corporation, in Denmark, bringing a global perspective to his work.
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Mik is a co-founder of Geelong Media, the director of Centre for Climate Safety, and a driving force behind The Sustainable Hour, a leading Australian radio show and podcast focused on climate action and sustainability. He is a recognised voice in the sustainability community, having interviewed over 1,500 diverse individuals about their hopes and aspirations for a sustainable future.
Mik's expertise lies in communication, community engagement, and translating complex topics into accessible and engaging content. He is a skilled interviewer, writer, and speaker, and his passion for creating a better future for all shines through in his work.