MEET THE DIRECTORS
Anthony Parkin
Anthony Parkin
Managing Director and Co-Founder, Blue Step Support Service
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With a career spanning 25 years, Anthony Parkin has built a legacy of excellence in management across Private, Government, and Non-Profit sectors. His expertise spans Disability Services, Employment, Health and Finance, as well as specialising in Management Consultancy, Performance Improvement, and Strategic Planning.
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As the visionary Co-Founder of Blue Step Support Services, Anthony's mission is to foster a genuine sense of community where unwavering support is extended to everyone. His leadership philosophy places equal emphasis on the well-being of the organisation’s staff and the individuals they support, creating a culture of fairness, safety, and mutual respect.
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Anthony’s commitment to professional excellence is matched by his passion for continuous learning. Between his other responsibilities, he delves into diverse fields such as psychology, bioscience, sociology, and history—reflecting his insatiable curiosity and dedication to personal growth.
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Anthony’s altruistic nature and tireless dedication to making a difference define his work and personal life.
Through Blue Step Support Services, Jonkin Consulting or Integrated Health Alliance, he continues to create opportunities, inspire change, and leave a lasting impact on everyone he encounters.
Jesse Telford
Jesse Telford
Director and Co-Founder, Blue Step Support Service
Jesse, one of the directors of Blue Step Support Services, boasts an extensive background in the disability sector spanning over a decade. His journey began as a DES consultant, where he focused on finding and securing job opportunities for clients with disabilities. Over the years, Jesse's career evolved as he transitioned into a Local Area Coordination role in Sydney. This role was a significant source of inspiration, fuelling his desire to connect, build relationships, and advocate for participants and their families.
Upon relocating to Queensland, Jesse's passion, and commitment to people with disabilities deepened significantly. This transformation was driven by his personal experience of raising a child with Cerebral Palsy. Motivated by a profound understanding of the challenges faced by individuals and families in the disability community, Jesse embarked on a new path as an independent support worker.
During his time as an independent support worker, Jesse recognised a significant gap in service providers in the area. Fuelled by his unwavering dedication to improving the lives of those with disabilities, he took the bold step of founding Blue Step Support Services. His vision for the organisation centres around creating a compassionate and caring provider, staffed by individuals who intimately understand the disability community and the sector.
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