Asuria to lead discussion on strategies for accessing untapped economic potential of people with disability

Asuria, one of Australia's leading employment services providers delivering the new Inclusive Employment Australia program across Sydney's Eastern Suburbs and Macarthur region, is set to host an Employer Business Lunch on Tuesday 10 February in Campbelltown, bringing together business leaders to explore strategies for accessing skilled candidates and building inclusive workplaces. 

The lunch will be hosted by MC and Keynote Speaker Wayne Herbert, a fearless advocate, dynamic speaker, and passionate champion for disability and LGBTIQ inclusion. Wayne will be joined by an expert panel including Jo Ingold (BSc, MA, PhD), Professor of Business (Human Resource Management) at Peter Faber Business School, Australian Catholic University, whose teaching and research encompasses workplace inclusion of under-leveraged talent.  

They will be accompanied by Saraya O'Connell, COO of Hotel Etico Australia, who leads the way in inclusive hospitality with over 16 years in disability services, driving programs that empower people with disabilities through employment and independent living; and Alex Jones, Senior Manager at the Sydney Opera House with over 15 years’ experience across corporate, government, and community sectors, along with key cultural leadership roles with major events, including the Melbourne Deaflympics Cultural Festival and the Australian Deaf Games. 

Attended by business leaders from across the region, the session will focus on addressing the recruitment needs of Macarthur region businesses, with the panel discussing practical solutions for current labour market challenges whilst showcasing the comprehensive support available through Asuria’s delivery of Inclusive Employment Australia. 

"The Macarthur Employer Business Lunch will provide a valuable opportunity for local businesses to learn about practical support and recruitment support, along withnd inclusive workplace recruitment solutions and practices available through our programs," says Nicole Grainger-Marsh, CEO, Asuria Australia. 

"We're excited to share how businesses can access a diverse pool of skilled, job-ready candidates whilst receiving ongoing support to ensure successful, sustainable employment outcomes."building inclusive workplaces and receiving ongoing support to ensure successful, sustainable employment outcomes for more people with disability.” 

Business owners, HR managers, and recruitment specialists interested in learning about inclusive recruitment strategies and accessing skilled candidates are encouraged to attend. 

Event Details: 

• Date: Tuesday 10 February 

• Time: 12:00pm - 2:00pm 

• Venue: Rydges Hotel, 15 Old Menangle Road, Campbelltown NSW 2560 

• Cost: Free 

To register for the Macarthur Employer Business Lunch, visit https://www.asuria.com.au/asuria-employer-lunch-campbelltown-2026  

Through its delivery of Inclusive Employment Australia, Asuria provides employers with: 

• Disability Awareness Training – Equipping businesses with the knowledge and tools to create inclusive workplaces and better support employees with disability. 

• Open Hiring Events – Creating accessible recruitment pathways by directly connecting businesses with a diverse talent pool of skilled candidates. 

• Workplace Inclusion Support – Expert guidance on reasonable adjustments, workplace accommodations, job coaching, and mentoring to ensure employee success and retention. 

• Long-Term Partnership & Retention Support – Helping employers foster inclusive workplace cultures, improve retention rates, and access a wider talent pool. 

For job seekers, the program offers personalised career planning, specialist mentoring, customised training, and comprehensive wellbeing support to help individuals with disability, injury, or health conditions secure and sustain meaningful employment. 

With over 40 years of experience and a successful track record delivering the Disability Employment Services program since 2018, Asuria has achieved strong and sustainable employment outcomes for people with disability whilst supporting employers to build more inclusive workplaces. 

Asuria's Impact for Inclusion initiative, launched in early 2024, has already secured pledges from over 1,100 employers nationwide to foster diverse and inclusive workplaces. This network will be integrated into the delivery of Inclusive Employment Australia, ensuring participants are matched with employers who truly value individual uniqueness.