
OUR PEOPLE
Our Team and Board:

CEO and Founder
Rhian Miller
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A proud Wirangu, Narranga, and Wangkatha woman with a decade of experience in First Nations mentoring and leadership. Rhian’s dedication to empowering Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students drives our purpose.
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Head of Community Engagement
Ann-Maree Long
She /Her
Proud Badjala, Woppaburra, Torres Strait Islander woman working as Program Manager for Land on Heart’s Digital Literacy and Inclusion Project. A QUT graduate, she led CareerTrackers High School Program and Young Indigenous Women’s STEM Academy with CSIRO. She is incredibly passionate about amplifying young people’s voices.

Storyteller, Facilitator, Trainer
Will Wensley
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An experienced actor, videographer, and facilitator, Will brings stories to life, helping us share the journeys of our students and mentors.
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Board Member
Kalani Ripley
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Kalani Ripley is a Kalkadoon man and a passionate innovate leader in modern manufacturing. Kalani challenges industry norms, driving efficiency and sustainability. His work sets new benchmarks in manufacturing, blending technology with tradition to shape the future.

Board Member
Announced soon
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Watch this space—it’s worth it!

Director and General Manager
Tom Wensley
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A lawyer and experienced not-for-profit manager, Tom brings his expertise in strategic partnerships and youth programs to EPIC.

Director and Head of Programs
Robbie Miller
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Adnyamathanha and Saibai man, Robbie, is a First Nations song writer and works as a project management expert passionate about uplifting educational outcomes for First Nations youth.
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In-House Legal Counsel, CFO and Strategist
Dion McCurdy
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A UQ graduate with degrees in Law and Arts, Dion also serves as Adjunct Associate Lecturer at UQ. He founded Direct Lawyers and is Co-founder and CEO of NewVote, focusing on education and democracy.

Board Member
Drew Paten
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​Drew Paten, a proud Gunai/Kurnai man, is deeply committed to creating lasting change and fostering self-determined futures for Indigenous communities. As Director of Strategy at Talwali, Drew champions sustainability and ethical innovation. He holds influential board roles with Common Ground, Ngarrimili, and now EPIC Pathways, advocating for Indigenous entrepreneurship, leadership, and education. Drew also serves as Community Development Manager at the Koorie Youth Council, empowering Aboriginal youth through culturally grounded mentorship and community development initiatives. His passion and dedication continue to inspire meaningful impact.
EPIC Advisory Committee
Our Advisory Committee is made up of First Nations change-makers who provide essential guidance, cultural knowledge, and insights to shape the EPIC program's direction.
These leaders bring their expertise from a variety of fields, helping us ensure that:
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Our work is respectful of cultural traditions and protocols,
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Our initiatives are relevant to community needs, and
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Our impact aligns with the aspirations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Together, we are shaping a future that respects culture, fosters inclusion, and drives meaningful change.
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