I originally engaged Michael as a consultant, but he operated like part of my leadership team. He was embedded day-to-day, accountable for outcomes, and was trusted across the program and by stakeholders. Michael is people-first, but results-driven and would be a significant asset in any kind of advisory/strategy/delivery leadership roles where stakeholder dynamics are complex and outcomes matter.
TR
Tim Rolfe
Executive Director - Exhibitions and Experiences, Museums Victoria
It’s not too often you get the opportunity to work with someone like Michael. He’s that rare combination of business acumen, servant leadership, innovative mindset, and genuinely caring human. He makes a difference and an impact to everything he does. I recommend him without hesitation.
MK
Marque Kabbaz
Strategy Execution Lead - Hollard Insurance
I worked with Michael on major web transformation projects at Museums Victoria, where he operated in a broader Program Lead capacity across multiple workstreams and stakeholder groups. Michael brings decisive leadership and clear direction in complex environments — aligning executives, delivery teams and external partners around priorities, delivery pathways and measurable outcomes.
NH
Nicholas Hudson-Ellis
Digital Platforms Manager - Museums Victoria
DiNa is a force to be reckoned with, be it business transformation, CX, a pitch, proposal or complex build, DiNa is always there, sleeves rolled up leading from the front and making it happen. If the ship was sinking you’d save DiNa, I’d recommend him every day of the week.
LG
Lorraine Gormley
Brand Marketing Lead - Westpac
Michael provided very calm steady leadership in what was a complex, challenging environment on a major web transformation project. He did a terrific job of bridging silos and bringing alignment to teams who previously found themselves at odds, providing clarity and confidence to the most senior levels of the organisation.
TR
Tim Rolfe
Executive Director - Exhibitions and Experiences, Museums Victoria
DiNa is a natural leader and problem solver with an inspiring amount of energy and enthusiasm. He sets clear goals and expectations, then encourages and enables the team to deliver above and beyond what they thought they could. His ability to balance business, client and team needs is second-to-none.
MO
Michael Oso-Hughes
Executive Director, Design - Versa
I’m grateful to have worked with Michael for 2+ years at Isobar and dentsu. He’s a genuinely incredible human and invaluable member of any team, not only delivering outstanding work but lifting up others around him. As a natural leader, collaborator and creative problem solver, DiNa orchestrated ambitious new business opportunities and network partnerships to create the most value for the business and his clients.
RL
Ray Legge
Partner - Shadowboxer Ventures
I had the pleasure of working with DiNa at Versa, where he was the Managing Director. DiNa brought a lot to Versa — most importantly he was transparent, fair, made staff accountable and was one of the best communicators I’ve ever worked with. He was pivotal in implementing a performance culture tied in with the agency’s drive to be one of the best employers in Australia.
SC
Steven Clarke
Managing Director - Versa Agency
I have had the pleasure of working with Michael on several projects and not only is he very knowledgeable but insightful and great at finding solutions to any issues we may have encountered. Always very responsive, flexible and inventive — a genuine delight to work with!
PD
Priscilla Dickason
Corporate Marketing Manager - Epson Australia
Where do I start... Michael (aka DiNa) is one of my favourite Isobarians. There were countless times when he and I were in the trenches together and came out alive. He is so committed and so knowledgeable and is also just one of the nicest people on the planet. To have someone like DiNa that can both win programs of work and manage them is so very rare.
TT
Thomas Tearle
CEO ANZ - VML
DiNa and I worked alongside each other at dentsu. His energy, drive, determination mixed with intelligent decision making made him a powerful force in anything he set his mind to. His understanding of the digital transformation and CX landscape will make him invaluable in whatever comes next.
SH
Sam Hegg
Executive Director, Strategy - dentsu
I admired DiNa’s ability to ask the right questions, design the best processes and deliver great products or campaigns without ever letting the stress of it all get to him. If you’re looking for a hard-working, smart, experienced and awesome person to join your team you’d be lucky to have Dina.
PC
Paul Chappell
Founder + Managing Partner - Brand+Story
Michael and I worked together in the Solutions team at dentsu, a new and strategically important division for the company. Michael’s deep understanding of our group’s consulting products and services helped our team identify growth opportunities for some of our most important customers. A terrific guy, and a strong team player.
CK
Catherine Krantz
Executive Director, Operations - dentsu
DiNa is the complete package. A wonderful and authentic human being and a sharp, forward-thinking, solutions-focused team member whose passion and positive attitude rubbed off on all those around him. He’ll be an asset to any business and I look forward to our paths crossing in the future.
CE
Chris Ernst
Chief Practice Officer - dentsu
I had the pleasure of working with Michael for over 6 years. His ability to collaborate and bring people together to deliver an outcome is unsurpassed. His impact on the culture of our business was also profound, rallying the team around social events, sports teams and health and wellness.
JC
Jeremy Crow
Group Innovation Director - Reece Group
Michael and I worked together at Isobar. Intelligent, hard-working, genuine, cares about his work and his team mates and is always positive in his approach. Dina was a great team leader, delivering complex projects with alacrity and precision — highly respected internally and by clients.
PC
Paul Chappell
Founder + Managing Partner - Brand+Story
He’s a true T-shaped human, highly skilled in rallying and driving a team to reach a goal, dedicating himself to deliver quality results but never at the expense of the team. No matter the pressure he always brings a smile and positive energy, being a vocal advocate for physical and mental health.
DS
Dave Sharpe
Head of Technology - Southpaw
DiNa always worked with a positive, can-do attitude which inspired all around him. Wearing a number of different hats illustrated his ability to learn and apply himself to different disciplines easily — extremely well regarded across the network for his talent and knowledge across various fields. An absolute asset and great guy to work alongside.
SK
Scott King
CXO Growth and Innovation Principal - Adobe
I worked with Michael across a number of different projects. It can be sometimes a bit of a challenge to find someone who has the unique combination of both strategic smarts and executional excellence but Michael has both — which ensures he consistently achieves strong results.
JF
Jeremy Francis
GM, Growth, Consumer Strategy - Golf Australia
Michael is a great guy who I really enjoyed working with — one of the best collaborators I’ve met. Michael brought passion, drive and know-how to the projects we worked on and I look forward to the opportunity to work with Michael again.
RL
Richard Lehocz
Managing Director - Carat
I originally engaged Michael as a consultant, but he operated like part of my leadership team. He was embedded day-to-day, accountable for outcomes, and was trusted across the program and by stakeholders. Michael is people-first, but results-driven and would be a significant asset in any kind of advisory/strategy/delivery leadership roles where stakeholder dynamics are complex and outcomes matter.
TR
Tim Rolfe
Executive Director - Exhibitions and Experiences, Museums Victoria
It’s not too often you get the opportunity to work with someone like Michael. He’s that rare combination of business acumen, servant leadership, innovative mindset, and genuinely caring human. He makes a difference and an impact to everything he does. I recommend him without hesitation.
MK
Marque Kabbaz
Strategy Execution Lead - Hollard Insurance
I worked with Michael on major web transformation projects at Museums Victoria, where he operated in a broader Program Lead capacity across multiple workstreams and stakeholder groups. Michael brings decisive leadership and clear direction in complex environments — aligning executives, delivery teams and external partners around priorities, delivery pathways and measurable outcomes.
NH
Nicholas Hudson-Ellis
Digital Platforms Manager - Museums Victoria
DiNa is a force to be reckoned with, be it business transformation, CX, a pitch, proposal or complex build, DiNa is always there, sleeves rolled up leading from the front and making it happen. If the ship was sinking you’d save DiNa, I’d recommend him every day of the week.
LG
Lorraine Gormley
Brand Marketing Lead - Westpac
Michael provided very calm steady leadership in what was a complex, challenging environment on a major web transformation project. He did a terrific job of bridging silos and bringing alignment to teams who previously found themselves at odds, providing clarity and confidence to the most senior levels of the organisation.
TR
Tim Rolfe
Executive Director - Exhibitions and Experiences, Museums Victoria
DiNa is a natural leader and problem solver with an inspiring amount of energy and enthusiasm. He sets clear goals and expectations, then encourages and enables the team to deliver above and beyond what they thought they could. His ability to balance business, client and team needs is second-to-none.
MO
Michael Oso-Hughes
Executive Director, Design - Versa
I’m grateful to have worked with Michael for 2+ years at Isobar and dentsu. He’s a genuinely incredible human and invaluable member of any team, not only delivering outstanding work but lifting up others around him. As a natural leader, collaborator and creative problem solver, DiNa orchestrated ambitious new business opportunities and network partnerships to create the most value for the business and his clients.
RL
Ray Legge
Partner - Shadowboxer Ventures
I had the pleasure of working with DiNa at Versa, where he was the Managing Director. DiNa brought a lot to Versa — most importantly he was transparent, fair, made staff accountable and was one of the best communicators I’ve ever worked with. He was pivotal in implementing a performance culture tied in with the agency’s drive to be one of the best employers in Australia.
SC
Steven Clarke
Managing Director - Versa Agency
I have had the pleasure of working with Michael on several projects and not only is he very knowledgeable but insightful and great at finding solutions to any issues we may have encountered. Always very responsive, flexible and inventive — a genuine delight to work with!
PD
Priscilla Dickason
Corporate Marketing Manager - Epson Australia
Where do I start... Michael (aka DiNa) is one of my favourite Isobarians. There were countless times when he and I were in the trenches together and came out alive. He is so committed and so knowledgeable and is also just one of the nicest people on the planet. To have someone like DiNa that can both win programs of work and manage them is so very rare.
TT
Thomas Tearle
CEO ANZ - VML
DiNa and I worked alongside each other at dentsu. His energy, drive, determination mixed with intelligent decision making made him a powerful force in anything he set his mind to. His understanding of the digital transformation and CX landscape will make him invaluable in whatever comes next.
SH
Sam Hegg
Executive Director, Strategy - dentsu
I admired DiNa’s ability to ask the right questions, design the best processes and deliver great products or campaigns without ever letting the stress of it all get to him. If you’re looking for a hard-working, smart, experienced and awesome person to join your team you’d be lucky to have Dina.
PC
Paul Chappell
Founder + Managing Partner - Brand+Story
Michael and I worked together in the Solutions team at dentsu, a new and strategically important division for the company. Michael’s deep understanding of our group’s consulting products and services helped our team identify growth opportunities for some of our most important customers. A terrific guy, and a strong team player.
CK
Catherine Krantz
Executive Director, Operations - dentsu
DiNa is the complete package. A wonderful and authentic human being and a sharp, forward-thinking, solutions-focused team member whose passion and positive attitude rubbed off on all those around him. He’ll be an asset to any business and I look forward to our paths crossing in the future.
CE
Chris Ernst
Chief Practice Officer - dentsu
I had the pleasure of working with Michael for over 6 years. His ability to collaborate and bring people together to deliver an outcome is unsurpassed. His impact on the culture of our business was also profound, rallying the team around social events, sports teams and health and wellness.
JC
Jeremy Crow
Group Innovation Director - Reece Group
Michael and I worked together at Isobar. Intelligent, hard-working, genuine, cares about his work and his team mates and is always positive in his approach. Dina was a great team leader, delivering complex projects with alacrity and precision — highly respected internally and by clients.
PC
Paul Chappell
Founder + Managing Partner - Brand+Story
He’s a true T-shaped human, highly skilled in rallying and driving a team to reach a goal, dedicating himself to deliver quality results but never at the expense of the team. No matter the pressure he always brings a smile and positive energy, being a vocal advocate for physical and mental health.
DS
Dave Sharpe
Head of Technology - Southpaw
DiNa always worked with a positive, can-do attitude which inspired all around him. Wearing a number of different hats illustrated his ability to learn and apply himself to different disciplines easily — extremely well regarded across the network for his talent and knowledge across various fields. An absolute asset and great guy to work alongside.
SK
Scott King
CXO Growth and Innovation Principal - Adobe
I worked with Michael across a number of different projects. It can be sometimes a bit of a challenge to find someone who has the unique combination of both strategic smarts and executional excellence but Michael has both — which ensures he consistently achieves strong results.
JF
Jeremy Francis
GM, Growth, Consumer Strategy - Golf Australia
Michael is a great guy who I really enjoyed working with — one of the best collaborators I’ve met. Michael brought passion, drive and know-how to the projects we worked on and I look forward to the opportunity to work with Michael again.
RL
Richard Lehocz
Managing Director - Carat