Our People 

Kean has an enduring passion and commitment to advancing the transformative effect that harmonised education and training can have to advance the economic, social and cultural care, wellbeing and prosperity of our society and the diverse communities in which we work and live, for future generations.

Over the last twenty-five years, Kean has built a broad and significant portfolio of achievement as a senior executive, CEO and board director across the intersecting lenses of vocational, industry and higher education and training in Australia and the Indo-Pacific.

Kean holds a BBus Marketing (Monash) and a GradDip Management (Victoria). He has completed the Senior Executive Programme at the London Business School, the Executive Certificate of Global Strategy and Innovation at Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and the Executive Colloquium at the Cranlana Centre for Ethical Leadership. He has been a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (FAICD) since 2003.

In her role as Group Corporate Governance Manager, Danielle ensures the smooth running of board and executive operations, helping For Purpose Education to meet legislative obligations while also supporting strategic decision-making processes.

With her significant background in public sector governance, Danielle is well-versed in creating systems that foster integrity. Danielle takes pride in supporting teams to achieve their individual and shared goals, and values working within a company that makes a real difference.

Danielle holds a BA (Otago), GradDip Education (Monash) and a GradDip Applied Corporate Governance and Risk Management (GIA). She is also a member of the Governance Institute of Australia.

Esther Wong, a Certified Practising Accountant (CPA), is a strategic finance leader with nearly a decade at For Purpose Education. She has progressed from Finance Manager to Head of Finance, where she plays a critical role in driving sustainable growth, regulatory excellence, and meaningful impact in the care and education sectors.

Esther brings cross-sector experience from Toll Logistics, Motorola, and Colonial First State, blending sharp financial strategy with a deep understanding of compliance and forecasting.

Known for her pragmatic, people-first leadership style, she is passionate about creating value through purposeful decision-making—inspired by personal experience as a family caregiver.

For over a decade at Catalyst, Syachfri has been the quiet force behind our digital transformation. What started as fixing servers evolved into reimagining how education technology can truly serve people.

From Infrastructure Coordinator to Head of Data and Technology, he’s built systems that don’t just work, they work beautifully. Armed with his RMIT Business IT degree and pursuing CISSP certification, Syachfri creates solutions that strengthen connections between educators, learners, and families.

Jeanne is passionate about building people-centred workplaces where compliance, care and culture go hand in hand. With a background in administration and customer service in community-focused organisations, she brings practical insight and warmth to her leadership.

Since joining For Purpose Education in 2022 and growing her career in HR, she has overseen the full employee lifecycle, focusing on enhancing the employee experience through effective HR operations, compliance and organisational development. Complemented by a Bachelor of Business (HR Management),

Jeanne brings a collaborative and values-led approach, partnering with managers to lead with clarity, confidence and compassion, ensuring people and ultimately communities thrive.

Tiana has been with For Purpose Education for over five years and currently leads Marketing and process coordination across its diverse portfolios. She is passionate about creating innovative, learner-centred strategies that enhance the student experience and strengthen client engagement.

Her approach focuses on designing impactful initiatives that improve communication, streamline processes, and deliver effective marketing outcomes. Tiana thrives on finding practical solutions that achieve measurable results and support lasting positive impact.

With a strong background in youth-focused programs and deep ties to the care sector, she remains committed to creating meaningful learning journeys that make a real difference.