Nic has 20+ years of experience within corporate, banking, commercial and technology law. Nic’s deal making clients have included leading global private equity funds including KKR, TPG and Carlyle, as well as smaller private equity funds, corporate and government clients. One of Nic’s favourite transactions was in advising the Norwegian shipping family, Wilhelmsen, on their seed investment in what became Qube, advising through to the company’s successful IPO some five years later. Qube today is Australia’s largest integrated provider of import and export logistics services.
More recently Nic has used his commercial and legal skills to help launch his own and friends’ technology startups, the most notable of which are Neara which is featured as one of Time’s 100 Most Influential Companies in 2024 and Medevac Flights which was awarded the AFR’s Fastest Growing Company in Australia during 2024.More...
Kelly Dowling-Jones
Head of Legal Operations
Verified
20+ years of leadership experience in e-discovery, litigation support, regulatory response, and legal project management. I am currently the Head of Legal Operations.
Prior to this, I was a Manager in Applied Legal Technology practice group at a tier-one international law firm.
I lead teams of technical specialists to manage complex commercial matters, balancing strategy with detail, risk assessment with stakeholder management, and data security with efficiency. I have well-developed skills and certifications in leading e-discovery software, as well as in project management, team effectiveness, and business process improvement. I am also a mentor, coach, mental health champion, LGBTIQ ally, and senior first aid officer, committed to creating an authentic and supportive work environment.
I listen well and type fast.More...
Mel Pudig
Lawyer, content writer, proofreader
Verified
I practiced law for 10 years before leaving law firm life in August. I have experience in litigation, corporate law, entertainment law, criminal law, and family law. This year I started freelance content writing for a legal blog, and I have taken a number of fictional writing courses and write fiction for fun. I have excellent writing and proofreading skills.More...
Zhihan Yu
Student@Princeton University
Verified
Zhihan Yu is a dedicated and ambitious student currently pursuing her studies as a Humanities student at Princeton University. As an adept scholar, she consistently exhibits a strong commitment to academic excellence, winning multiple academic prizes over the year, including the most prestigious prize awarded to two students among the entire class year (Freshman First Honor Prize). She is an individual with a diverse set of skills, with strong interests and experience working with writing, research, education, design, and law. Zhihan is always eager to seize the opportunities to learn and grow professionally. Her goal is to leverage her education and skills in a challenging and progressive environment.More...
Kathryn Bonning
HR Consultant@Human Capital Co
Verified
I am an experienced HR practitioner, with a deep passion for my profession. With over 15 years in the field, I have cultivated a career that is both comprehensive and diverse, allowing me to engage with every aspect of human resources without limits.
My journey in HR began as a junior, immersed in the fundamental tasks of reviewing CVs and supporting recruitment efforts. These early experiences laid a strong foundation and ignited my passion for HR. As my career progressed, I took on more significant roles, ultimately serving as Group Head of People and Culture. In this capacity, I was responsible for delivering the company’s people strategy, overseeing talent acquisition, employee engagement, leadership development, & succession planning.
In 2021, driven by a desire to build my own business and provide organisations with access to both my operational and strategic expertise, I founded Human Capital HR Consulting. My consultancy enables businesses to navigate the HR landscape effectively, offering tailored solutions to meet their unique needs. I regularly collaborate with HR peers on engagements, & work with clients across various industries, including legal, accounting, health, logistics, and property.
My approach is evidenced based, utilising data and best practice frameworks to seamlessly align HR strategies with overarching business objectives. This ensures that every HR initiative not only meets the immediate needs of the organisation but also supports long-term goals, fostering a cohesive and high-performing work environment.
I am a member of the Australian HR Institute (AHRI) and continuously seek to develop my skills and knowledge in the field. My commitment to professional growth ensures that I stay current with the latest HR trends & practices, enabling me to provide the highest level of service to my clients.
Outside of my professional life, I am dedicated to caring for my family and prioritising my own health and happiness.More...
Scott Tregoning
Project Specialist@Boutique the Consultancy
Verified
A measured, articulate & results-oriented Delivery Governance & PMO specialist with over a decade of experience guiding strategic transformations across leading organisations.
Expert in planning, implementing, and evaluating high-priorities initiatives, I excel at absorbing, synthesising,
and communicating key information clearly and concisely, facilitating informed and efficient Executive-level
decision-making.
My hands-on leadership approach, effective communication, and problem-solving skills ensure successful
outcomes aligned with organisational strategy.
I value stakeholder engagement and relationship building as critical success factors in fast-paced and
complex delivery environmentsMore...