Human Quotient Group

🌟 Meet Bec. Navy partner 'architecting her career' in new directions and effectively juggling service life. When Rebecca Mangano joined the Cowork Coplay Perth program in 2024, she was managing a demanding degree, family life and the realities of Navy life. After more than a decade in government, she made the bold decision to retrain in architecture. Since the program, Bec has achieved incredible milestones. She placed 2nd in the Australian Institute of Architects’ national student competition SONA Superstudio, completed a workplace immersion at global design firm Hassell, received Letters of Commendation from the Dean. She was also awarded a $20,000 scholarship for women in construction-related studies. GO BEC!! Bec credits Cowork Coplay with giving her the confidence to network, apply for opportunities, and build momentum. Her story shows what is possible when courage meets community. And her family are positioned now for a longer service timeline, showing how supporting partner employment is a critical element to retention and wellbeing. 👀 Read her full story on our blog: https://lnkd.in/gXEGbPCC 🤝 If your organisation is committed to supporting Defence and veteran families and national capability, let’s partner to bring programs like Cowork Coplay to more communities. Claire Harris (CPM) Ron Kovalcik, GAICD @ausnavy #CareerConfidence #socent #socialenterprise #DefenceSpouses #CoworkCoplay #HumanQuotientGroup #Retention #ProfessionalGrowth #CommunityMatters #VeteranFamilies #DefenceFamilies #CareerDevelopment #VeteranEmploymentProgram #CareerChange #AchievingGoals

What a night!! ✨ We were incredibly humbled to receive the Prime Minister's Veteran Employment Award for Small Employer of the Year last night! Thank you to the Veteran Employment Program & Matt Keogh for this honour. And to Annabelle Wilson for presenting us with our award! Congratulations 🎉 to all winners and finalists, particularly Axon Property Group and Defendable Technologies in the Small Employer category; NSW Veterans Employment Program (winner) and the Australian War Memorial in the Best Veteran Employment Commitment Initiative category. It was such a positive vibe in the room (added to by the Army band 🎺). It's also wonderful to see the diversity of organisations and individuals all contributing to, and benefitting from, employment pathways for the veteran family community. Thank you to our team i.e. our employees!! 💖 For sharing your talent, enthusiasm and grit to propel us on our mission. And to everyone who has been a client, sponsor or partner with us - you rock 🤘 In pics: Ron Kovalcik, GAICD, Claire Harris (CPM), Peter Nagle, Amanda McCue, Mark Korsten, Mark Leatham (GAICD), Matt Kirk, Sari Mustonen-Kirk, Shannon Hennessy, Paul Broadbridge, Bianca W.. APOD (Australian Partners of Defence), WorkSec - Trusted Workforce / Clearance Sponsorship & Governance, VESPIIA, Veterans SA, Career Swag. #VeteranEmploymentProgram #socialenterprise #veteranfamilyowned

🌟 HQG Staff Spotlight: Meet Pamela Turner 🌟 As Program Facilitator for Cowork Coplay, Pamela blends energy, empathy, and her unmistakable Irish charm to bring people together, spark confidence, and champion Defence and veteran spouses. In our latest the Human Element feature, she opens up about: 💬 Why communication underpins everything she does 💬 What inspires her most about the diversity and innovation across Defence industry 💬 The proudest moment of her career 💬 Her 2025 word and theme song: empathy + “Happy” 📖 Dive into Pamela’s full Q&A: https://lnkd.in/g7fP9cA7 🤝 Connect with Pamela on LinkedIn: Pamela Turner #VeteranEmploymentProgram #HumanQuotientGroup #HQGTeam #StaffSpotlight #VeteranEmployment #DefenceIndustry #DefenceCareers #CareerTransition #VeteranSuccess #Leadership #TeamCulture #DefenceCommunity #VeteranSpouses #DefenceSpouses #DefenceSpouseSuccess Claire Harris (CPM) Ron Kovalcik, GAICD

🌟 Meet Cindy. Defence partner focused on returning to paid work, community and direction through Cowork Coplay Adelaide 2025. When Cindy Liang joined the program, she was navigating a return to Adelaide with a young family. She knew she needed to build her networks and put some effort into how to step back into the workforce. She came in with clear goals plus a deep need for clarity, confidence and support. Across the 8 weeks, Cindy found exactly what she’d been looking for. She rebuilt her professional confidence, refreshed her CV and LinkedIn and explored new local opportunities. Importantly, she reconnected with her strengths. She found a community that understood the unique rhythm of Defence family life. Since completing the program, Cindy feels more grounded, more optimistic, and more herself! Her journey is a powerful reminder of how connection, encouragement and dedicated space can transform. For Cindy this transformation has emcompassed confidence and career direction. The ripple effect at home has been unmistakable: a calmer, more present parent. Her family has been strengthened by her renewed sense of self. 👀 Read her full story on our blog: https://lnkd.in/gjasgaAn 🤝 If your organisation is committed to supporting Defence and veteran families and strengthening Australia’s capability, let’s connect and bring programs like Cowork Coplay to more communities. Claire Harris (CPM) Ron Kovalcik, GAICD #CareerConfidence #socent #socialenterprise #DefenceSpouses #CoworkCoplay #HumanQuotientGroup #SpousesSupportingSpouses #ProfessionalGrowth #CommunityMatters #VeteranFamilies #DefenceFamilies #CareerDevelopment #VeteranEmploymentProgram #CareerChange #AchievingGoals APOD (Australian Partners of Defence) Veterans SA WorkSec - Trusted Workforce / Clearance Sponsorship & Governance

🌟 HQG Staff Spotlight: Meet Murray Brissett 🌟 Passionate about supporting Defence capability, Murray thrives working on projects that help our forces operate effectively. In our latest blog Q&A, Murray shares: 🛡️ What he wishes more people understood about his specialist role 🛡️ The proudest moment of his career (spoiler: mentoring training developers into skilled practitioners) 🛡️ His go-to advice for work-life balance  🛡️ What he uses Muay Thai for 📖 Read Murray’s full Q&A here: https://lnkd.in/gwiQ8m-d 🤝 Connect with Murray on LinkedIn: Murray Brissett #VeteranEmploymentProgram #HumanQuotientGroup #HQGTeam #StaffSpotlight #VeteranEmployment #DefenceIndustry #DefenceCareers #CareerTransition #VeteranSuccess #Leadership #TeamCulture #DefenceCommunity Claire Harris (CPM) Ron Kovalcik, GAICD

It's World Social Enterprise Day! As a social enterprise we love to talk about social entrepreneurship and learn more about it! The calendar was busy for Claire Harris (CPM) today as she attended 2 events online to launch 2 important steps forward. ✨ 1. The launch of Queensland's first Social Enterprise Roadmap, dubbed "a landmark for the social enterprise sector in Queensland". https://lnkd.in/gN57pEJT from Queensland Treasury. Thanks Adele Laughton from Queensland Social Enterprise Council and Ben Gales from the Office of Social Impact at Treasury for running us through the highlight reel and answering audience questions 🥰 As a Qld-headquartered biz we are extra excited to see where we can collaborate and grow in light of this and the new Qld Procurement Policy 2026 (https://lnkd.in/gjKPW8Jy). ✨2. The latest sector report: 'Social enterprise: Powered by trade driven by purpose' published by Social Traders with support from The Ramsay Foundation. It dives into the trade, growth and sustainability of social enterprises. The social enterprises analysed in the report collectively generate 84% of their revenue from trade. And when they trade more, impact grows. https://lnkd.in/gCz3EMeY Social enterprises typically create impact in 3 ways: 1. Creating jobs: Providing employment and training opportunities for people who would otherwise be shut out of work. 2. Affordable and accessible community services: Supplying products and services that address unmet community needs in underserved markets. 3. Supporting charity partners: Donating at least 50% of profits through strategic charitable partnerships. Thanks to our staff, our clients, sponsors and partners and everyone we work with to 'keep on tradin'. 😍 Ron Kovalcik, GAICD #socent #StrengtheningImpact #SocialEnterprise #ImpactInvesting #Qld #VeteranEmploymentProgram #ADFfamilies #meaningfulwork

✨ Don't miss out on our LAST Careers & Conversations for 2025! ✨ If you’ve been meaning to come along, this is your moment. Let’s close out the year with good chats, good company, and a little space to breathe, dream, and reset before the holidays roll in. 📅 Tuesday 25 November ⏰ 10:00am–11:30am ACDT 📍 The Hub, Level 3 — Northern Adelaide Veterans' & Families' Wellbeing Hub (Playford Health Hub, 44–46 John Rice Ave, Elizabeth Vale) We’ll have morning tea waiting for you. 🍇🧀✨ Kids are absolutely welcome, there’s a gated indoor play area. These sessions are for anyone navigating work, study, career ideas, or life changes in a Defence/veteran family. It’s a cosy corner to chat about where you’re at, swap tips, learn something new, and meet others who genuinely get it. 💬 Come for the cuppa. 🌱 Stay for the connection. 💡 Leave with clarity, support, and a few new ideas. Brought to you by Human Quotient Group, with support from Veterans SA and the Northern Adelaide Veterans’ and Families’ Wellbeing Hub. ✨ Our Careers & Conversations meetups will resume in early 2026 ✨ Claire Harris (CPM) Ron Kovalcik, GAICD #Partneremployment #wellbeing #socialconnection #VeteranEmploymentProgram #Adelaide #ADFfamilies #VeteranCommunity #socialenterprise Admin LivesLivedWell

👋 Are you an Engineer with Defence experience looking for a new role? If you're keen to join an innovative, people-focused veteran family business and explore emerging opportunities in Defence industry... We want to connect with you. We’re on the lookout for amazing individuals experienced in a range of Engineering fields with a security clearance & at least 12 years' Defence experience. Canberra might be the hot location but that isn't a mandatory factor. DM us for more info or check out our website! https://lnkd.in/g8cFWZPV #VeteranEmployment #defenceindustry #socent #veteranowned #engineering #defenceindustry #VeteranEmployerofChoice #Wearehiring Claire Harris (CPM) Ron Kovalcik, GAICD

When we let our health and wellbeing slip, everything else starts to unravel. Our NEW, free Lunch and Learn workshop is a chance to pause, reset, and reconnect with what truly fuels your wellbeing. Join our experienced facilitators as they share candid stories of their own ups and downs — along with simple, powerful strategies to help you find more balance, happiness, and purpose in everyday life. You’ll walk away with: 🌿 A deeper understanding of what wellbeing really means 💭 Clarity on what drives your personal wellbeing 🗺️ A map of your unique dimensions to positive mental health ⚡ Actionable tools and supports to sustain your wellbeing long after the session. This is one POWERFUL hour that could genuinely change the way you approach life and work. 📅 Register now: https://lnkd.in/ggvYkrQ2 Claire Harris (CPM) Ron Kovalcik, GAICD #VeteranCommunity #Wellbeing #LunchAndLearn #HumanQuotientGroup #VeteranFamilies #DefenceFamilies #ADFamilies #Veterans #MentalHealth #PositiveWellbeing #DefenceCommunity

In Adelaide? Don't miss out on the last Careers and Conversations meetups for 2025! 🏃♀️➡️ What are these meetups? A cozy corner for people to come together for real conversations, to explore career goals or ideas, gain some valuable local info and meet others. Thanks to our collaborating partners: Veterans SA, Lives Lived Well and APOD (Australian Partners of Defence). It's a privilege to work with you. 📍Tue, 18 Nov, 10am - 11:30am ACDT at APOD, Unit 23/60 Richmond Rd Keswick SA, Australia Register here: https://lnkd.in/gKWm5PHt 📍 Tuesday 25 Nov, 10am - 11:30am ACDT at the Northern Adelaide Veterans' and Families' Wellbeing Hub - Level 3 Register here: https://lnkd.in/gAYzU4Un Thanks Pamela Turner for facilitating these sessions! 🙏 Paul Broadbridge, Sarah Sellars, Bianca W. Ron Kovalcik, GAICD, Claire Harris (CPM) #Partneremployment #wellbeing #socialconnection #VeteranEmploymentProgram #Adelaide #ADFfamilies #VeteranCommunity #socialenterprise