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Ashleigh McMillan is an experienced talent acquisition and recruitment professional with a strong background in the public and not-for-profit sectors. She specialises in connecting organisations with exceptional talent while ensuring alignment with strategic goals and cultural fit. With extensive experience in Queensland Government recruitment, Ashleigh has successfully led high-profile hiring initiatives for senior leadership and regulatory roles, navigating complex frameworks and ensuring compliance with industry standards. She has managed high-volume recruitment projects, including roles in the Department of Education, the Department of Justice and Attorney-General, and the Department of Women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships. In addition to her work with government agencies, Ashleigh has played a key role in senior HR leadership and operational recruitment, contributing to organisational transformation efforts for HELP Enterprises Limited. Ashleigh is passionate about ensuring diversity and inclusion in recruitment, advocating for strategies that foster diverse talent pipelines and equitable hiring practices. Her people-first approach to recruitment ensures a high-touch, ethical, and professional experience for both clients and candidates. Ashleigh’s ability to build long-term relationships and deliver positive outcomes has established her as a trusted advisor across the government, not-for-profit, and private sectors. With a focus on workforce transformation, she continues to make a meaningful impact on strengthening Queensland’s workforce.

David has spent over two decades in the resources industry as an Executive Search and Management consultant after an early career in senior operational, and corporate roles. He has been entrusted to source and recruit board level and C-suite leaders; through to key personnel across corporate, technical, operational, commercial / financial and functional support teams. He has also successfully designed and executed large scale whole of workforce campaigns and has been commissioned to provide white papers to boards and management in regards to remuneration, international recruitment, remote working and workforce planning. Prior to joining OnTalent, David’s experience includes leading the Recruitment and internal Talent Management function for a division of the world’s 4th largest listed mining company, specialist sourcing for the world’s largest (by revenue) global mining house and has been a director / equity partner in two successful consultancies. With tertiary studies in Management and Commerce, plus a past graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, David has the theory and practical knowledge to provide expert advice and support for operating companies, engineering firms and service companies alike in their search for quality personnel across the Mining / Minerals Processing, Engineering, Energy / Oil & Gas, Infrastructure and Built Environment industries.

Donna Bliss serves as a Senior Client Partner at OnTalent, bringing over 25 years of extensive experience in recruitment. After achieving Chartered Accountant status with KPMG, Donna dedicated over two decades to Hays, a global leader in recruitment, where she held various roles in recruitment and executive leadership both locally and internationally. In recent years, Donna has transitioned to boutique recruitment, specialising in executive leadership and corporate services, with a notable focus on HR leadership roles. Her expertise spans the Not-for-Profit, Government, and commercial sectors, having successfully recruited at the C-suite level for numerous Disability providers, Primary Health Networks, Indigenous Health Services, and state and local government agencies. Donna's impressive track record is supported by a broad network of past candidates and clients who attest to her exceptional service, thoroughness, and dedication. Donna's professional strengths lie in her honest and collaborative approach. She believes recruitment does not need to be overly complex and attributes her success to a deep curiosity in understanding the underlying motivations of her clients and candidates, combined with a genuine commitment to delivering a superior recruitment experience.

Understanding people is the foundation of understanding leadership and business. Ilea has built her career on this philosophy. Combined with her drive to create impact, she has a strong track record for working with both executives and leaders, as well as leadership teams and organisations across areas such as coaching, capability, wellbeing, team optimisation, leadership, culture and organisational development. Ilea’s background is in Organisational Psychology, and she has over 15 years’ experience working in professional services with both private and public sector clients, across the United States, Asia and Australia. As a Client Partner of Organisational Development, Ilea’s strength lies in her ability to combine research-backed strategies, tools and techniques with a practical lens. Ensuring her approach meets the needs with whom she is working. She is also highly adaptable and agile, guaranteeing she is equally effective from the boardroom to the virtual training room. Furthermore, Ilea ensures that the individuals, teams and organisations she works with reach their peak performance in a way that is sustainable. Considering the modern day demands and pressures, she believes it is imperative for everyone to find their unique way for managing and balancing these stressors and challenges and supports others to do this well. Another philosophy Ilea has held at the centre of her career is that “the greatest enemy of learning is knowing” originally cited by John Maxwell. With a number of qualifications and accreditations underpinning her work experience, she not only advocates continuous learning and development for others but also engages in this for herself – so she can best support her clients. Ilea has a Master of Science in Organisational Psychology as well as a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. She is accredited in a number of assessments and methodologies, such as the Hogan Suite, SHL Suite, Korn Ferry and TalentQ Suit and the Global Leadership Wellbeing Survey (GLWS).

I place great importance on forming meaningful connections with individuals and assisting them in discovering their true passions. Witnessing their journey of growth, whether in their personal lives or careers, brings me immense joy. My professional background spans both People and Culture Management as well as Recruitment, fostering a deep-seated passion for the world of Human Resources (HR). I have a particular affinity for meticulously crafting procedures and documents, which might be described as my "nerdy" side. One of the most rewarding aspects of my role as an Associate Client Partner at OnTalent is the opportunity to engage with diverse individuals. I have a special fondness for the onboarding process, which was a significant component of my previous role as a People and Culture Manager. In essence, I cherish maintaining meaningful connections and extending a helping hand whenever possible. My professional journey has been enriched by five years of experience in the medical field, and I've spent approximately 11 years working closely with people, initially in customer service and reception roles before transitioning into the dynamic HR and recruitment sphere. My commitment to personal growth led me to pursue studies in Leadership and Management, a choice that has propelled my career in the direction of leadership and HR. Building enduring relationships is a core value of mine, both in my professional and personal life. Beyond my career, I derive immense satisfaction from outdoor activities such as camping and adventurous pursuits, as well as maintaining an active and healthy lifestyle. I am always eager to explore new avenues of learning, ensuring that my passion for personal and professional development remains unwavering.

Jevon joins OnTalent to partner with the Executive & Board recruitment team to support the Client Partners to deliver OnTalent’s robust and thorough processes. His passion for people, good process and delivery, will ensure a great customer experience for both our candidates and clients and is aligned with OnTalent’s mission of connecting people and purpose. Jevon moved to Brisbane in 2014 from Singapore and completed a Bachelor of Science majoring in Psychology and a Master of Occupational Health and Safety Sciences at the University of Queensland. He is passionate about all aspects of HR in and outside of the workplace. He commenced his recruitment and executive search career with a national provider in 2022 prior to joining OnTalent as an Associate Client Partner in late 2023. He has supported a wide variety of search and recruitment projects including Chief Executive Officers, Directors and Executive Leadership roles. He has also led recruitment and search assignments for Executive Management and Director level for positions across the public sector. Qualifications: Bachelor of Science (Psychology) & Master of Occupational Health and Safety Sciences Expertise: Executive Search & Sourcing | Talent Attraction & Retention | Client Partnering | Service Delivery