U Alright Mate?

Tim Costello is one of Australia’s leading voices on social justice and global poverty and has been instrumental in ensuring these issues are on the national and international agenda. He traveled the world for work in poverty alleviation and emergency relief as he led World Vision Australia for thirteen years.

Tim is an ordained Baptist minister and spent years building community and addressing issues of justice in St. Kilda and Melbourne.

Tim was named in the Australian of the Year awards in 2006 and was made an Officer of the Order of Australia in 2005.U alright mate? is forever grateful to have Tim Costello as patron and supporter of our message.

After losing his brother Troy to suicide in August 2018, Cameron is determined and passionate to shift the way we approach Mental Health. As a Neurotherapist and Life Coach Trainer, Cameron works with clients from around the world, helping them achieve a healthier mindset and gain clarity on their life. Driven by his knowledge of the human mind, Cameron knows our potential is limitless and believes that each and every one of us can achieve truly great things.

Cameron feels that U alright mate? can deliver this message through the MiOK phone app, workshops, talks, and social media channels.

David is a happily married husband and a father of two beautiful children. David runs a successful electrical business on the Mornington Peninsula, Victoria.

David is a football loving (Collingwood) tradie. He is the life of the party who loves to socialise and have a quiet beer with his mates. Throughout his life David has experienced tragedy, he has had his fair share of battles. David says “If you had told me as little as a few years ago that these battles would occur I would’ve laughed at you.” David jumped at the opportunity of becoming a part of U alright mate? and become part of solution in the hope of removing the stigma of men’s mental health. David was unsure of asking for help however, he now knows it was the best decision he ever made.

Roger has always had a passion for helping others. Although retired, Roger finds himself very active as a volunteer in his local community and is a past member of Rotary International.

Roger’s background and experience in business management, education and running his own businesses makes him a valuable asset to the U alright mate? team.

Roger is very much aware of the need to reduce the incidence of suicide and the impact it has on those left behind. Roger is the step father to Troy, Cameron’s elder brother.

Over the past 14 years Richard has been in committee development programs and on committees in State Government.

He is often asked ‘what keeps you focused on this, and what sets you apart?’

Richard has seen how the hidden world of mental health can affect family and friends; it is his driving force to get the message heard.

When Richard had the opportunity to join the U alright mate? team he felt it was a simple decision as it’s in harmony with his beliefs and values and realises the need for this message to be spread.

Troy, with over 25 years managing, consulting and owning multi 7 figure construction companies brings a wealth of knowledge to the organisation.

Troy was met with severe ill health due to the huge stresses associated with the industry. Seeking ways to heal and reduce his stress, Troy attended a Meditation workshop, which went on to change the course of his life. Although a complete beginner, Troy experienced tremendous inner changes quite rapidly and subsequently a few years later went on to train and become a Streamline Meditation coach.

Troy has since gone on to study with Proctor-Gallagher as a “Thinking Into Results Facilitator” and also holds a Diploma in Life Coaching and is a certified NLP practitioner.

Quinn, a lawyer with extensive experience in private and public practice and as a practise manager. Quinn is currently the Managing Director of QHM Lawyers, located in Melbourne’s South-East and was elected as a Councillor to Frankston City Council.

Quinn has a longstanding exposure and involvement with public boards, with a strong governance and risk management focus.

In addition to her legal qualifications, Quinn holds an Honours Degree in Science and is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. Quinn is a valued member of the U alright mate? team.

Beau Pearson is a Dog Trainer & Performer with over 20 years’ experience.

Beau and his partner Sim started “The Flipping Disc Dogz” performing around Australia with their dogs from all different backgrounds including abused and rescued as well as purebred dogs, using their stories to relate to children and adults, sharing the message that nothing is impossible if you ‘Never Give Up’.

“I went through a time where I made some bad choices, I hurt the ones I loved and I thought the world would be better off without me. That night I went to walk out the door when my dog (Millie Milkshake) wouldn’t let me past. I saw in her eyes she knew the hurt and pain I was going through and wouldn’t understand if I never came back. The following morning I received an unexpected phone call from Cameron. Cameron helped me turn my life around. I could finally see positives where I thought there were none. I am grateful for the support from Cameron and now a big supporter of ‘U alright mate?’”.

Ngan is the co-founder and Chief Operations and People Officer of Transeal Projects.

Ngan is passionate about coaching leaders, small business owners and high achievers to define and navigate their next move in life. Most people believe that happiness comes when you’re successful, but to Ngan – success comes from being happy – it’s all an inside-out job.

A strong advocate for mindfulness and gratitude, she lives by the mantra – slow down to speed up. Combining all her passions, she has also co-founded the Flying Pigs Adventures – a platform providing tools and resources for raising happy, conscious and connected kids.

Ngan has joined the advisory board of ‘U alright mate?’ because of her own personal journey with managing mental health, having experienced depression and anxiety and supporting her husband Nam through his own personal journey.