Kate McBride

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About Kate McBride

I am the co-founder of Ma Collective and a trusted guide for leaders navigating complexity. With over 20 years in human services, including 12 in executive leadership, I bring a rare blend of frontline insight and operational experience.I have led teams of 250+, managed budgets over $20 million, and delivered high-stakes audits, investigations, and change projects with empathy, honesty, and focus on real outcomes.I’m passionate about developing confident leaders, effective teams, and healthy cultures. I help organisations achieve better results while supporting vulnerable communities, particularly people with disability and individuals experiencing family and domestic violence. I believe in doing what is just, giving voice to those who need it, and challenging leaders to reflect today so they can do better tomorrow.Known for my pragmatic, authentic, and direct approach, I balance warmth and humour with honesty -helping people move from uncertainty to clarity and action.Qualifications: MBA, Graduate Certificate in Management, Graduate Diploma in Management, Certificate IV in Government Investigations, and Graduate Member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.