Fellows

Dr Robert Long

(Canberra)

PhD., MEd., MOH., BEd., BTh., Dip T., Dip Min., Cert IV TAA

Principal Founder

Rob has over 40 years experience in leadership, management, teaching and learning across many sectors. He is renown globally for his expertise and knowledge in the Social Psychology of Risk. He is author of 6 books and numerous publications in journals as well extensive publications on the Internet. He is an International presenter and the programs he has developed are used Internationally and Nationally. His intellectual property forms the basis of most tools and resources offered by CLLR.

Dr Craig Ashhurst

(Canberra)

PhD, BA, Grad Dip Ed., Cert IV TAA.

Director of Studies

Craig has a comprehensive mix of skills and experience with particular expertise in instructional design, multimedia and learning over 20 years.

He has worked across most industries and the government sector and is highly sought after for his expertise in: wicked problems, collaboration, complexity, systems thinking and collective coherence.

Dr Nippin Anand

(Scotland)

MEc., PhD., Master in SPoR.

Director of Studies UK

Nippin is a gifted presenter, author and podcaster with many year’s experience as a Master Mariner. Nippin’s expertise in Anthropology is wonderfully suited to the presentation of SPoR. Nippin is Director of his own company Novellus Solutions (https://novellus.solutions/) and provides consulting, coaching, mentoring and education services across the UK and Europe. Nippin lives the philosophy of SPoR in how he presents and offers a wealth of wisdom to leaders, managers and organisations interested in learning, embracing differences, culture and risk.

Matthew Thorne

(Adelaide/Darwin)

Master in SPoR., Diploma OHS, Cert Bus Man.

Director of Programs Australia/NZ

Matthew has extensive experience associated with risks in regional and remote areas and brings this unique knowledge to issues in the Social Psychology of Risk. His knowledge of rural isolation, sole trader and one person operations is a key factor in how he mentors participants from country and regional areas.

In 2023 Matt delivered SPoR programs in Europe and supervises all studies across Australia and NZ.

Frank Garrett

(Canada)

Master in SPoR., BCRSP., Cert Bus Man., Cert Adult Education.

Director of Studies North America

Frank has 25 years experience working in Health and safety across North America in Transport, Logistics, Explosives, Oil and Gas. Frank has flown to Australia many times to be personally tutored and mentored in SPoR by Dr Long. Frank is an outstanding mentor, coach and facilitator of SPoR learning.

Frank understands how the Mind choregraphs decisions, how social interaction influences the way we process information, how the unconscious influences conversations, sifts information, and facilitates decision making. Frank provides a SPoR approach to communication, connection, and learning.

Gabrielle Carlton

(Canberra)

BSc (Psych), Grad Dip SPoR, Grad Cert (RM), Dip NLP (Coaching), Cert IV TAE,

Majors 16 PTI Trainer/Facilitator.

Lecturer in Resilience, Social Psychology of Risk and Leadership

Gabrielle has broad experience across a range of industries and a history of Probability Risk Analysis (PRA) and Culture and Organisational Modelling in Risk (COMIR). Gab specialises in helping organisations create resilient cultures and psycho-social harmonies through humanising work practice.

Roy Fitzgerald

(Perth)

Grad Dip SPoR, Grad Dip Phys Ed, THC, BEd, Dip T, Cert IV TAE.

Lecturer in Education, Learning, Semiotics and Risk

Roy is a global expert in Semiotic Learning with unique qualifications in visual methodologies. Roy is an exceptional moderator, facilitator and designer of ‘activities-for-change’ learning strategies. His engaging interactive methods are sought after Internationally across all sectors particularly in leadership, strategy and critical thinking.

Andrew Thornhill

(Melbourne)

BSc, Masters Environmental Law, Grad Cert SPoR, Adv Dip WHS, Cert IV TAE,

RABQSA.

Lecturer in Systems and SPOR, Collaboration and Change

Andrew has extensive experience and knowledge in organisational systems across many industries. Andrew uses his extensive knowledge in systems compliance to facilitate extension into the Social Psychology of Risk. He specialises in transitional learning, culture and human decision making in organisations.

Dee Henshall

(Brisbane)

MSc, GradCert (Bus), Grad Cert SPoR, RABQSA Cert IV TAE, Cert IV Envir Mgt,

Majors PTI Trainer/ Facilitator.

Lecturer in Psychosocial-SPOR Interface, Change and Sustainability

Dee has extensive experience in FIFO/DIDO environments and the challenges of psychosocial well being and the Social Psychology of Risk.

Michael Lawrance

(Melbourne)

MSc, BAppSc (Occ Therapy), Cert IV Shearing Supervision.

Lecturer in Holistic Egonomics and Psychosocial Well Being

Michael’s expertise is in workplace health particularly occupational musculoskeletal disorder prevention. Michael has worked in injury prevention and ergonomics in a range of industries, including mining, horse racing, construction, shearing, agriculture, manufacturing, transport and health.

Brian Darlington

(Austria)

Masters in SPoR, Dip. Safety and Health, SAIOSH Graduate

Lecturer in SPoR Situational Practice, Safety Integration and Change

Brian brings 30 years of expertise in workplace risk and safety to help make organisations understand SPoR practice. Brian is particularly skilled in helping organisations make the trasition to tackling risk and safety in a new approach. His expertise in management and working with boards and executives is particularly significant.

Dave Collins

(Brisbane)

B.Eng, Dip.OHS, PIAP Cert. RABQSA.

Lecturer in Human Risk, Business and Enterprise Risk, Insurance, Liability, Security and Assurance

Dave is the founder and leader of one of the most significant International blogs on risk. With visits and hits to his website Riskex http://www.safetyrisk.net/ of 9 million annually, this makes his website one of the most influential sources and resources on risk globally. Dave specialises in the human fallout associated with enterprise and business risk.

Michael Kruger

(Austria)

Michael currently holds the position of a C-suite executive in an international company, overseeing Operational Excellence, HSSE, Sustainability, IT, Quality, and Transformation. Prior to his current role, he worked as a senior leader for international companies across Europe and the Middle East. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, an LLB, and Graduate and Master’s Certificates in Social Psychology. Additionally, he remains registered as an Advocate of the Supreme Court.

Michael entered corporate life just 14 years ago, following a successful stint as the owner and manager of a thriving consulting firm, where he led a team of around 100 employees, catering to leading international clients. After selling his consultancy, he took some time off, pursuing his passions as a helicopter pilot and restaurateur. This hiatus lasted for a few years until he was headhunted to join the corporate world in Austria.

What sets Michael apart is his rare blend of experiences—he’s not just a consultant turned CEO; he’s also lived the daily grind of corporate life, experiencing its challenges firsthand at both employee and executive levels. His insights are informed by years of navigating both realms, offering a depth of understanding that few can match. Michael brings a wealth of experience in working with diverse cultures from around the world. His journey has equipped him with a deep sense of empathy and a treasure trove of stories reflecting the human aspect of corporate dynamics. This rich tapestry of multicultural encounters not only enhances his understanding of global business intricacies but also enriches his ability to relate to individuals from different backgrounds. Michael contributes his insights and extensive experience to CLLR in his role as an independent chair of the panel of associates. His guidance is instrumental in keeping us grounded in corporate pragmatism.