I make services and systems work better,
strategy clearer,
and change easier

Clarity, Strategy, Outcomes.

Whether you're creating something new,
improving what exists, or making change stick—
here’s how we can make it happen together.

Human-Centred Design

Effective design starts with understanding people and the systems they interact with

I've applied human-centred design across complex, policy-rich environments—bringing together government, education, and community stakeholders to uncover lived experience, expose system barriers, and make services more responsive and effective.

Grounded in study with IDEO U in HCD, service design, and user experience, my work has spanned everything from reimagining frontline service models to supporting long-term strategic reform. I've contributed to research that shifts mindsets, shaped artefacts that unlock alignment, and facilitated design processes that navigate political, cultural, and operational complexity. Whether informing direction or making the invisible visible, I work at the intersection of insight, systems, and delivery.

Innovation & Strategy

Innovation isn’t just about new ideas—it’s about prioritising solutions that align with organisational goals and create meaningful value.

I help organisations reframe challenges and develop strategies that lead to impact across business, technology, and process outcomes.

With experience across education, technology, and public systems, and as an APMG-accredited Change Management Practitioner, I bring a deep understanding of how people learn, engage, and adapt—so change isn’t just delivered, it’s adopted and sustained.

Learning & Development

Change is constant, but learning empowers people to adapt and grow.

With a background in education and a deep understanding of how people learn—grounded in neuroscience—I create learning experiences that help people absorb new ideas, make meaningful connections, and build the understanding needed to work in new ways.

I draw on proven learning principles to shape experiences that suit the context and the level of change required. That might mean delivering clear, targeted guidance—or co-creating learning with the people it's for. Either way, the goal is the same: learning that’s relevant, applied, and built to support real adoption.

Facilitation & Workshop Design

Great workshops don’t just happen—they’re strategically built.

With roots in education and the performing arts, I bring energy, structure, and clarity to the room—whether that room is physical or virtual.

The impact comes from more than just a good vibe. It’s about sequencing, flow, and activity design—knowing how to structure moments so people feel safe to contribute, challenged to think, and supported to move toward action. I use tools like Miro, MURAL, and Lucidchart to support that flow, helping people navigate complexity and make real progress. The result: sessions that shift thinking, align teams, and create shared momentum.

  • "Matt’s expertise and facilitation skills were key to the workshop’s success. Thanks to his guidance, the team independently identified valuable opportunities, turning the session into a meaningful and worthwhile investment"

    Sandra Burke | GHD Pty Ltd
    TSRA Change Management Workshop

  • "Matt brought trust, organisation, and efficiency to our UX and human-centred design project. His leadership ensured a seamless process, delivering a thoughtfully designed product that exceeded expectations."

    Kauri Palmer | Education Excellence
    UX Product Design

  • Matt is a highly skilled Human-Centred and User Experience Designer. His strong communication skills and ability to engage both users and stakeholders make him invaluable in understanding needs and solving pain points.

    Dan Steen | Co-Founder @ Thrive

  • Further quotes coming

Interested in working together?
Share a few details and I’ll be in touch soon!

Partner with Matt