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Asuria Employer Lunch 2026

Asuria Leads the Way in Inclusive Hiring

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You're invited! 

Join us for the Asuria Employer Lunch as we celebrate being awarded the Inclusive Employment Australia contract; a milestone that will shape the future of inclusive hiring across  South West Sydney.

This event marks an exciting new chapter in our mission to create meaningful employment pathways for people with a disability, injury, or health condition, while empowering employers to tap into the benefits of a diverse and motivated workforce.

Connect with local employers and industry leaders over lunch as we share fresh ideas, practical insights, and real-world strategies to make inclusive recruitment a business advantage that transforms lives.

 

Event Details

Date: 10th February 2026

Time:  12:00pm - 2:00pm

Where: Rydges Hotel, 15 Old Menangle Road, Campbelltown NSW 2560

Dress code: Business attire

Event information

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MC and Keynote Speaker

Wayne Herbert is a fearless advocate, dynamic speaker, and passionate champion for disability and LGBTIQ inclusion.

Known for his wit, energy, and authenticity, Wayne inspires organisations to rethink bias, embrace diversity, and build truly inclusive workplaces.

With a powerful message that shifts the focus from limitations to strengths, he challenges audiences to lead boldly and drive real change.

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Panelist

Jo Ingold (BSc, MA, PhD) 

Jo Ingold is Professor of Business (Human Resource Management), Peter Faber Business School at the Australian Catholic University (ACU). 

Her teaching and research focus on the intersection of Human Resource Management and public policy, in particular business involvement in employment and skills programs, and the workplace inclusion of under-leveraged talent. 

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Panelist

Saraya O'Connell 

Saraya O'Connell is the COO of Hotel Etico Australia, leading the way in inclusive hospitality.

With 16+ years in disability services, she drives programs that empower people with disabilities through employment and independent living.

Under her leadership, Hotel Etico delivers outstanding hospitality while operating as a work-integrated social enterprise.

Her commitment to challenging norms and advancing inclusivity continues to set new industry standards.

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Panelist

Alex Jones

Alex Jones is the Senior Manager, Access at the Sydney Opera House and a Deaf leader with over 15 years’ experience across corporate, government, and community sectors. A Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD) and a Certified Provisional Deaf Interpreter and Translator, he co-founded global captioning company Ai-Media to expand access for d/Deaf and disabled communities. He has also held key cultural leadership roles with major events, including the Melbourne Deaflympics Cultural Festival and the Australian Deaf Games.

Alex has served on numerous boards, such as Accessible Arts, Deafness Forum, Deaf Sports Australia, and the Australian Sign Language Interpreter and Translator Association.

Asuria Employer Lunch 2026

Rydges Hotel
15 Old Menangle Road, Campbelltown NSW 2560

Tuesday 10th February 2026
12:00pm - 2:00pm

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Champion diverse workplaces with Asuria

Become an Impact for Inclusion partner

Championing diversity in the workplace not only strengthens team culture but also boosts innovation, business growth and strengthens both employee engagement and company reputation.

Discover how Asuria's Impact for Inclusion initiative is helping employers create a diverse workforce, enhance inclusivity while driving business success. 

Become an Impact for Inclusion partner  to access a diverse talent pool, improve team performance and make a lasting impact in your community. Partner with us today.

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Your recruitment needs solved at no cost to you

For over 40 years Asuria has had real success in partnering with employers nationally to help recruit and train suitable and prepared candidates.  

With Asuria you will have a single point of contact who will work with you and for you, to deliver recruitment solutions at no cost to you. 

Our aim is to create recruitment initiatives for the unique challenges of the current labour market.  

Prior to presenting job-ready candidates to you, we mentor, train, and upskill our candidates through government funded pre-employment training programs. 

We can support your business with access to wage subsidies that may assist with the recruitment and training costs of hiring a new employee, subject to eligibility. 

We can also partner with you to upskill your existing employees through a range of short courses, full qualifications or specific training tailored to your business. 

Asuria will ‘have your back’ every step of the way and offer continued support for up to six months for you and your new employee to ensure a smooth transition. 

Have Questions? Call Us On 1800 773 338

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