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

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. 

key focus areas

  • Self-Advocacy
  • Emotional Well-Being
  • Leadership Mentoring for Participants
  • Employment Opportunities
  • Social Media Content Creation
  • Engaging Presentations
  • Public Speaking Skills
  • Engaging presentations
  • Image & intercommunicational skills

Wayde Richardson

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.

key focus areas

  • Videography
  • Breath work for anxiety
  • Podcasting
  • Exercise & cooking
  • Music & writing
  • Men's topics
  • Peer Mentoring & Support
  • Confidence Building

Krystle Jencik

Strengths:

  •  She supports people to build awareness of tone, body language, and presence so they can feel more in control and genuinely understood in conversations.

What she brings:
Krystle is our men’s confidence coach mentor who helps people communicate in ways that feel clear, authentic and aligned with how their brain works. As a neurodivergent herself she understands that communication isn’t one-size-fits-all and offers practical, flexible strategies that reduce overthinking without pressure to mask.

key focus areas

  • Voice and Image Development
  • Content Creation
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Employment Strategies
  • Emotional Well-Being
  • Breath Work Techniques
  • Podcast Setup
  • Entrepreneurial Journey
  • Presentation Skills
  • Videography

Adam Turay

Strengths:

  • Known for his patience & empathetic,

  • Down-to-earth nature, Adam brings both reliability and a bit of fun to his role.

  • He understands that support isn’t just about tasks  it’s about connection, confidence, and creating opportunities for people to thrive.

What he brings:

With over 15 years of experience, he brings a calm, friendly energy and a genuine passion for helping people live life their way. His biggest strength is connection; Adam has a natural ability to build trust, share a laugh, and create a space where people feel respected, understood, and in control.

key focus areas

  • Mentoring Youth & Employment
  • Navigating government system
  • Self -Advocacy
  • Peer Mentoring & Support
  • Confidence Building

JC PRIDE

JC leads with a blend of professional rigor and radical authenticity. By bridging the gap between deep introspective work and structured messaging, JC empowers others to find their voice, clarify their mission, and scale their impact without losing their core identity.

• JC specialises in supporting those ready to transition from behind-the-scenes expertise to influential public leadership.

• Focus is placed on helping entrepreneurs and creators build a legacy grounded in authenticity and community value.

key focus areas

  • MINDSET & PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
  • COMMUNITY IMPACT
  • Peer Mentoring & Support
  • Confidence Building