meet the team

A strengths-based, neurodiversity-affirming workplace.

At Mingle Co, we celebrate people for who they are; their strengths, their lived experience and the unique perspectives they bring to community, learning and support. Our team blends professional expertise with real-world insight to create environments that are safe, supportive, and empowering.

Our Facilitators & Team

Violeta Abarzua - Founder, Facilitator & Lived Experience Advocate
Strengths:
What she brings:
Violeta leads with authenticity, energy and lived experience. She creates spaces where participants feel safe to be themselves, explore connection and grow on their own terms. 
Wayde Richardson: Neurodiversity Employment & Creative Mentor
Strengths:
 
What he brings:
Wayde brings 20+ years of experience in the music and creative industries, alongside training in audio engineering, production and small business. As a writer for SceneSTR, podcaster, and digital creator, Wayde blends creativity with lived experience to support neurodivergent individuals in confidence, connection, and meaningful self-expression.