What Businesses Say

What LEEP Business Partners Say

ADCO Constructions

"I have a real interest in students being more life-ready by the end of Year 12".

"Making the time and having a good diary is really important".

"Include good business people who know how to grow a business and maybe some ex students who are successful in business".

"It's great to know there are other businesses across Australia involved in these partnerships. That feels good".

 Judy Brinsmead, Deputy Chairman, ADCO Constructions

Adept Catering

"Students need to know why they are learning stuff at school, the relevance of it".

"I was amazed at their perseverance, thinking skills and problem solving abilities. Teachers should focus on these skills too".

 Richard Hume, Director, Adept Catering

Baker Hydraulics

"We have certainly seen the benefits coming back in".

"I get far better results now by getting out and doing other things".

"The changes that have happened here in the last six months are more profound than anything that has happened here over the last 25 years".

 Anthony Fone, Managing Director & Steven Walter, General Manager, Baker Hydraulics

Bendigo Bank

"As a local employer, I am now looking for a different set of skills and this offers more opportunities for everyone".

"I want to make a real difference in the community and working with our local schools is a great way to do that".

"Things are starting to happen now for the students. If it's a success we can do more".

 Ray Haley, Branch & Business Development Manager, Bendigo Bank

City of Marion

"It is crucial to develop links between secondary schools and the business sector to ensure the delivery of graduates that meet business needs".

"LEEP has helped me to formulate my thinking, to come to a better understanding of all the different links, both locally and nationally".

"I pick up things that are worthwhile and use them practically in my work later on".

 Neil McNish, Economic Development Manager, City of Marion

De Bortoli Wines

"For me it's not just about what you learn academically – it's way beyond that".

"I want to get across the importance of passion and energy, as essential ingredients in doing what you do".

"Young people need to know its ok to give something a go, to make mistakes, to be creative and innovative".

"Sometimes you never know what will happen. Go along with an open mind".

Hyatt Regency Sanctuary Cove

"Schools are our future and we really need to capture the talent and potential of young people early on".

"Being part of LEEP has definitely helped to raise our profile".

"I would hope that this partnership would last a least five years but it could go on for longer".

"Students can focus on enterprise skills earlier and make connections earlier about why they are learning".

 Michelle Payne, Training Manager, Hyatt Regency Sanctuary Cove

MMG Solutions

"I like the idea of LEEP because building partnerships in a community like ours is so vital for everyone's future".

"More business people should be involved because they'd be surprised at the talent coming through".

"I can see it going on for a long time even if some of the partners change".

"There's no excuse for sitting back and moaning about young people's lack of skills".

Oracle Australia

"There has to be a real engagement between the organisation and the school".

"We need young people to be adaptable, willing to learn, creative and most of all, know how to solve a problem within a team".

"It helps the business, it helps the students, it's a partnership which benefits everyone".

 Gary Khoo, Account Director, Oracle Corporation Australia

Remax Hills and Country

"Being aligned to the school is of benefit to both sides of the equation".

"You just fit it in. It's the right thing to do".

"What you put in you get out. It may take up to a five year investment, but if you can see what is coming at the end if it, it's got to be worth it".

 Jim Pilkington, Sales Manager, Remax Hills and Country Real Estate

The Riviera Group

"We realised this had to be more formal for it to benefit everyone".

"This project will bring us greater involvement in the curriculum".

"If we can support the school during the development stages, hopefully more employers will take part in the future".

"No matter how big or small your business, we all have common issues that can be taken into a school environment.'

 Garry Appelby, Training Manager and Matthew Febey, The Riveria Group