Meet the Team Behind Your Voice

Salinnaco SpeakUp Academy is powered by passionate communication experts, determined to uplift every voice that walks through our doors. Our leadership blends decades of experience, relentless curiosity, and a belief that everyone has something unique to say.

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Our Story & Philosophy

Salinnaco SpeakUp Academy was founded on the idea that powerful communication changes lives. Our director, a champion of inclusive speaking spaces, launched the academy in Sydney after years of seeing how fear holds people back. Today, we help students—from introverts to emerging leaders—encounter their voice with warmth, professionalism, and hands-on support. Our philosophy: nurture, challenge, empower.

  • Every journey is unique, every voice valued
  • Growth thrives with empathy and evidence-based feedback
  • Speaking is leadership—for all ages and backgrounds
  • Celebrating progress big and small fuels our purpose

What Makes Us Different

  • Certified Excellence Certified Excellence: Accredited by top national speaking bodies.
  • Genuine Care Genuine Care: Faculty personally invested in every student's growth.
  • Award-winning Programs Award-winning Programs: Recognized for innovative speaker development.
  • Inclusivity Inclusivity: Programs for all backgrounds, abilities, and aspirations.

Success Stories

"Salinnaco gave me structured tools, but also the belief that I could make audiences listen. Superb mentors!"
— Lucinda Tran, Newcastle
"Unlike anywhere else, they truly listen—my nerves gave way to solid, practical skills."
— Michael Bates, Sydney