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Mono SpaceMeet our expert team
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James co-founded Evolve HD with James Foxall in 2021 and guides the company’s strategic direction dedicated to fostering sustainable growth in the digital health ecosystem.
As an expert in driving change initiatives and leadership programs within healthcare and IT, he has over 20 years’ experience working with leading organisations such as Gartner, Queensland Health, Mater Health, Uniting Care, Gold Coast Health and NSW Health. He is known for his ability to simplify complex problems.
You could describe James as an avid blues guitarist and part-time dog walker.
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James Carpenter
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Before co-founding Evolve HD with James Carpenter in 2021, James worked in public and private healthcare organisations for nearly 25 years. Today, he leads the company’s digital health consulting and advisory engagements.
Former CIO of West Moreton Hospital and Health Service, James is known for building high-performing teams, specialist healthcare executive coaching and driving transformation across digital health, IT, clinical and HIM.
Outside of the office, he’s a passionate basketball fan and player.
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James Foxall
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Bard is a respected chief change negotiator with 30+ years’ international experience developing workforce culture and maturing collective awareness and building resilience.
Former Executive Partner of Gartner Australasia, at Evolve HD Bard coaches executive teams on emotional intelligence, collaboration and trust in times of change.
Bard is also an avid author and has written on machine translation, personal development and enterprise design.
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Bard Papegaaij
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Tricia is a digital health leader best known for achieving high clinical adoption of integrated technological initiatives that improve patient outcomes and drive operational efficiencies.
An expert in delivering digital transformations in public and private healthcare, Tricia works with coaching and consulting clients at Evolve HD advising on digital strategy, change management and benefits realisation.
Tricia is a mentor for women in digital leadership with the Australasian Institute of Digital Health.
Tricia Liebke
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David is a distinguished CIO known for leading digital transformation across public sector organisations. At Evolve HD, he coaches senior and emerging leaders facing digital challenges and builds high-performing teams that drive organisational success.
Currently Executive Director Digital at the Victorian Building Authority, David is an expert in digital and data strategy, advising on operational efficiency measures and IT service delivery.
You could also describe David as a governance and business case expert.
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David Black
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Marcus is an expert IT leader with 25 years’ industry knowledge in delivering practical, results-driven advice to ASX 200 companies and government agencies. He is a former Vice President and Executive Partner at Gartner.
A consultant and facilitator working with Evolve HD, Marcus specialises in helping leaders overcome operational and digital challenges and shares insight on IT governance, strategy and digital transformation.
You can also find Marcus travelling the world with his family.
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Marcus Darbyshire
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Nathan has worked in the public healthcare industry for 20 years across critical care, digital innovation, education and research. He is co-founder of a healthtech startup that leverages AI to support education delivery and is a former Chief Nursing Information Officer at Western Sydney Local Health District.
At Evolve HD, Nathan facilitates coaching programs and advises organisations on smart decision making, optimising clinical workflows and successful implementation of cutting-edge technologies.
When he’s not working, Nathan is a live music entrepreneur and enthusiast.
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Dr Nathan Moore
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One of Australia’s top CIOs, Nina is an award-winning expert in building and leading high-performing teams and driving technological innovation across IT and cybersecurity.
Known as a passionate mentor and coach, Nina leads coaching programs at Evolve HD using a neuroscientific approach that emphasises personal growth and strategic problem-solving.
Nina is also a three-time author of children’s books on cyber safety.
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Nina Du Thaler
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Dave is a senior healthcare executive and has worked across public and private providers, health insurers and consulting firms for over 30 years. At Evolve HD, he advises organisations and leaders on how to enhance value and drive innovation through people, process and technology.
A former CIO with experience implementing digital infrastructure including Epic and Cerner in inpatient and outpatient settings, Dave is a founding member of the Australasian Digital Health Executive Network and received a HIMSS Davies Award of Excellence for transforming clinical outcomes at St Stephens Hospital in 2019.
You can often find Dave hiking in national parks across the country.
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Dave Kempson
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Glen Higginbotham is an accomplished digital health professional with over a decade of experience in the healthcare industry, combining his background in software engineering and psychology to create a unique skillset that bridges the gap between technology and human behavior. His expertise enables him to develop innovative solutions that optimise both operational efficiency and patient care, making him a highly sought-after figure in healthcare transformation.
Glen’s ability to navigate between the technological, organisational, and human factors influencing healthcare programs has earned him international recognition, including awards for his work in digital transformation and analytics. His recent contributions continue to shape the future of digital health, ensuring that healthcare providers can successfully adapt to the challenges of a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
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Glen Higginbotham
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Kristal brings over 6.5 years of experience in the digital health space, where she’s built thriving networks and communities of leaders. Her expertise in project management, operations, and stakeholder engagement will be invaluable as she leads our HIMSS partnership, delivers CAHIMS, CPHIMS and CPDHTS certification programs, manages our coaching programs, and grows our community of digital health leaders.
Kristal is passionate about fostering collaboration, unlocking potential, and driving innovation through purpose-driven leadership. Her proven track record of connecting people and aligning strategic goals with practical execution makes her the perfect fit for our team.
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Kristal Kitto
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Byron Philips is a digital healthcare executive with nearly three decades of experience driving transformation across Australia, New Zealand, Southeast Asia, and the UK. With a background in strategy, sales, operations, and product management, he has led large-scale digital health initiatives across both public and private sectors, working with major organisations like Dedalus, DXC Technology, and iSOFT.
As a Senior Consultant with Evolve Health Digital, Byron advises healthcare leaders on digital strategy, technology adoption, and transformation. His expertise in market insights and stakeholder engagement enables him to drive innovation in healthcare delivery. Passionate about customer-centric care, he also serves as a Director on the Board of Jubilee Community Care, supporting aged care and community health services.
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Byron Phillips
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Mike Lafford is a senior consultant and coach with over 25 years of experience in business and technology leadership. He partners with digital health leaders to build leadership capabilities, optimise operations, and drive strategic outcomes in complex environments.
Previously, Mike held senior roles at Gartner as Vice President of Executive Programs and as State Director at GWI, advising C-suite executives on digital transformation, cost optimisation, and team performance. With a background in operating models and organisational design, he has led large-scale projects across Australia, Asia Pacific, and EMEA.
Mike holds a Master of Management from MGSM, Sydney, and is passionate about guiding leaders through critical transitions and developing high-performing teams.
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Mike Lafford
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Taresa Rosten is a senior HR and workforce development leader with over 15 years of executive experience in Queensland’s public healthcare sector. With a background in people strategy, organisational development, and workplace culture, she has led teams to drive high-performance and positive workforce outcomes.
Previously, Taresa held key leadership roles, including Executive Director of People and Culture at West Moreton Hospital and District Director at Mid North Coast Local Health District, overseeing HR, workforce strategy, and employee wellbeing.
As a coach and consultant with Evolve Health Digital, she supports healthcare leaders in workforce planning, leadership development, and culture transformation. Her expertise in aligning people strategies with business objectives makes her a trusted advisor in healthcare workforce optimisation.
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Taresa Rosten
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Gareth Sherlock is a seasoned healthcare IT executive with over 25 years of experience leading digital transformation and complex technology operations globally. He has held CIO roles at Cleveland Clinic London and Abu Dhabi, driving large-scale digital initiatives, including HIMSS Stage 7 accreditation and over 300 IT projects across cybersecurity, biomedical engineering, and enterprise systems.
As a leadership coach and consultant with Evolve Health Digital, Gareth helps digital health leaders navigate transformation, strategy, and innovation. He also serves as an Advisory Board Member for HIMSS APAC and a facilitator for CIO Masterclass workshops, sharing insights on AI and the future of healthcare.
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