Echo Impact Group came to life at the end of September in 2022 and is comprised of a small team of multidisciplinary strategists.

We help organisations to turn their static socio-economic impact goals into strategic forward motion. We work collaboratively and in the long-term, focusing on the future impact that is possible with our clients and co-conspirators.

Meet the Team

  • Ishara Sahama

    HUMAN GEOGRAPHER & CO-FOUNDER

    Ishara is a Human Geographer who focuses on systemic change through community engagement, social justice advocacy and, holistic impact measurement.

    Ishara is passionate about co-designing experiences, programs or systems that leave a positive & lasting impact on communities and the environment. They are skilled at transforming human emotions and socio-cultural motivations into tangible outcomes that can be easily evaluated for its impact. Ishara provides an intersectional, justice and equity-focussed lens when translating strategy into holistic impact measurement processes & relevant reporting.

  • Susanne Bransgrove

    CHANGE ARCHITECT & CO-FOUNDER

    Susanne is an experienced change management strategist and serial entrepreneur. She is best known for providing strategic guidance to board governance frameworks, business governance improvements and better processes across organisations.

    Whilst the projects and clients she supports are varied, one thing they all have in common is that they require a positive approach to create forward motion. Susanne brings a sound foundation of understanding the need to balance governance bodies with the differing needs of community through her 15+ years of experience as a Change Strategist.

  • Whitney Smith

    SENIOR GRAPHIC DESIGNER

    Whitney is a Senior Graphic Designer passionate in creating impactful branding solutions that resonate deeply with authenticity and purpose. With a firm belief in the transformative power of design, Whitney specialises in crafting compelling visual identities that elevate businesses and individuals alike.

    Her approach blends artistic ingenuity with strategic insight, ensuring each design not only reflects her clients' values and aspirations but also leaves a profound impression in their respective markets. Whitney is dedicated to using her expertise to make a meaningful difference, harnessing the visual impact of design to contribute to a brighter and more inspired world."

Echo Impact Group is led by a values and purpose-aligned team who have made it their lifelong pursuit to solve complex (human) challenges which enable positive, systems-level behavioural & cultural change.

Show Your Stripes, Professor Ed Hawkins (2019) - as first presented in the “The Climate Issue” article in The Economist.

Chat over coffee

EIG is headquartered in Magandjin/Brisbane.

If you are local or visiting and prefer to chat in-person to find out more about us or how we can support you let’s organise a time to meet.

Drop us a line via the contact page.