COREO - Key Persons
As the visionary CEO & Co-Founder of Coreo, Ashleigh captivates leaders across diverse sectors, inspiring the initiation of the transformative journey from a linear economy to a circular economy that serves people and nature.
Ashleigh has been recognised as a Top 100 Global Corporate Social Responsibility Influential Leader, an Australian ASEAN Emerging Leader, as Brisbane's Young Business Person of the Year 2020, and most recently as one of Queensland's Outstanding Young Leaders in the inaugural 40 Under 40 Awards.
Ashleigh was an invitee to the 73rd United Nations General Assembly and invited as a guest speaker at the World Circular Economy Forums in 2019, 2021 and 2023.
She is a founding Board Member of the Australian Circular Economy Hub, and holds advisory roles with industry bodies for mining, textiles and renewable fuels. In 2022 Ashleigh was appointed to the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games Legacy Committee.
Complementing her impactful work, Ashleigh served as an Executive-in-Residence at The Yunus Centre of Griffith University. She holds a Bachelor of Environmental Health Science with Faculty Commendation for academic excellence, achieved 1st Class Honours in Environmental Management, and earned the highest university honour - the University Medal.
Job Titles:
- Leader
- Circular Specialist
Cameron is a compelling thought leader, equipped with a diverse skill set honed through extensive work and travel across the globe. Fluent in five languages, and renowned for her personable approach, she excels in building relationships that pave the way for transformative outcomes.
With a Master's in Environment from the University of Melbourne and a Bachelor's in International Relations & Economics from Tufts University, Cameron's academic background compliments her corporate experience in asset management, communications, non-profit, clean energy investment, and energy to deliver transformative solutions for clients.
As a Circular Economy Specialist at Coreo, Cameron drives innovation in projects, methodologies, and organisational capabilities through systems-based analysis, networked governance, and circular projects with compounding benefits. She works across all key economic sectors, but has specialisation in mining and metals and the built environment.
Job Titles:
- Illustrator, Creative Collaborator
Catherine Leach is Sea E O of Catfish Creative. One of Australia's top illustrators, graphic facilitators and circular thinkers, Cat's designs have been an integral part of Coreo's work from the get-go. As Cat says, now, more than ever, we need creative design and design thinking to solve the complex challenges of our expanding world. And we whole-heartedly agree. Cat's driving passion - designing for change - has evolved through a multi-faceted career path, a sharp eye for powerful creative work, and a sense of stewardship for the oceans and the natural world.
Jenna stands out as a future global leader, backed by an outstanding academic background in business, sustainability, and environmental design from two of the world's leading universities. Notably, she earned the University of Queensland's Business School Award for Excellence in Innovation for her pioneering Carbon Literacy course designed for the aviation and consulting services industry.
Lindar Butler is extremely confident when it comes to coordinating the many moving parts of Coreo. However she is forgivably shy when it comes to promoting herself on a website - but we're doing it anyway because she deserves the credit. Lindar has decades worth of expertise driving strategic programs, projects and events. She is a true enabler, managing logistics and communications seamlessly to ensure the leadership team thrives in an environment of high performance and quality outcomes. Lindar is a stakeholder negotiator extraordinaire focused intently on mutually beneficial value creation. She is ethically driven and a most trusted advisor, adept at navigating highly complex political landscapes, while flawlessly building rapport. Connect with Lindar
Job Titles:
- Communications Advisor
- Creative Strategist
Nikki May is a creative strategist, disruptive thinker, and
communications professional. She is the Global Communications Advisor
Job Titles:
- Junior Circular Specialist
Taylah brings a fresh, innovative perspective and an innate ability to synthesise complex data into actionable, impactful insight. With a Masters of Sustainability from Deakin University and dual Bachelor's degrees in Law (Honours) and Environmental Science (Distinction) from Queensland University of Technology, Taylah excels at transforming complex challenges into practical, purposeful solutions. Taylah combines her passion for meaningful change with an unwavering belief that positive change is always within reach, backed by a hands-on, solution-driven approach.
At Coreo, Taylah focuses on identifying and implementing system transformation points that drive circularity outcomes across diverse sectors. Taylah's approach combines technical expertise with a collaborative mindset to drive long-term value, enabling clients to effectively adopt and execute circular strategies. Taylah's impactful work to date includes:
Taylah led the data analysis for a benchmarking study on construction waste generation in partnership with the Green Building Council of Australia and New South Wales Government.
Taylah contributed to a comprehensive analysis of local governments' circular maturity and helped craft their circular economy position statement.
Taylah is currently contributing to a Queensland Government project aimed at reshaping the resource sector through circularity.