Mel brings compassion, empathy, and determination to her work, striving to provide hope for others. As a long-time carer for her brother and a survivor of Adverse Childhood Experiences, she draws on her lived experience to highlight the importance of family, wellbeing, justice, healing, and recovery. Download her Note Cards here.

Sarah's journey with SafeSide began when she rolled out SafeSide in a large youth-serving organisation, building on her 15-year career as a psychologist working with youth and families. Relying on clinical experience and a passion for implementation, Sarah and her team develop programs and services that are impactful, innovative, and evidence-based.

Sam spent twenty years working in Human Resources and Insurance before dedicating himself to suicide prevention as an advisor and facilitator. Sam has lived experience of suicide and is passionate about stigma reduction and giving a voice to others with lived experience.

Dan Mobbs is a social worker with over 20 years of experience and an extensive background in clinical education across mental health and community services. As Director of Workforce Education and Innovation, he leads the adaptation and development of evidence-based programs to meet partner and community needs, ensuring best practices. Dan maintains a small clinical role supporting people after suicidal crises and served on the Service System Working Group, contributing to Australia's National Suicide Prevention Strategy.

A University of Virginia forensic psychologist who lends his violence prevention expertise to our programs. Dan and Tony are research and thinking partners for SafeSide’s risk formulation model.

Primary care psychologist, family therapist, and suicide prevention researcher at the University of Rochester Center for the Study and Prevention of Suicide. Tony spent 10 years developing and road-testing the SafeSide framework and educational methods.

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Mentored by Tony at the University of Rochester, Anna is a suicide prevention researcher and clinical psychologist. Her passion for the SafeSide Framework was sparked while participating in a SafeSide workshop, finding that the key principles are deeply aligned with her own clinical approach. Anna joined SafeSide because she is passionate about making research findings more accessible to others and using data to improve everyday clinical practice.

Anna Kawennison Fetter, is an enrolled member of the St. Regis Mohawk Tribe. She is a postdoctoral fellow in the Carolina Postdoctoral Program for Faculty Diversity at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. A counseling psychologist by training, Dr Fetter’s work focuses on promoting mental health equity through a strength-based, structural, and culturally congruent lens.

Dean S. Seneca, the CEO of Seneca Scientific Solutions+, a Public Health and Urban and Regional Planning LLC. In this position, he provides capacity-building assistance for Tribal Nations, States, Regions, Cities, and Territories in economic and community development that embraces the concepts of “healthy places for healthy people".

Peter Wyman is Co-Director of the Center for the Study and Prevention of Suicide at the University of Rochester. He leads the Network Health Prevention Science Program, where his work intersects behavioural science, developmental epidemiology, and social network methods. Dr. Wyman and his team developed the Connect Program suite of interventions.

A gifted teacher dedicated to helping people see the many reasons they have for living. She keeps the team thinking about what patients experience in the health and behavioral health care system.

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Essence Bentia (Ben) has built a career rooted in support and creativity, with experience spanning customer service, digital content creation, and social media management. Fully transitioning to executive assistance, Ben discovered a role that aligned with a talent for organization and a drive to make a meaningful impact. Now, as Executive Assistant to SafeSide Prevention’s Founder and COO, Ben brings a proactive and versatile approach, enabling SafeSide’s leadership to focus on their mission of advancing global suicide prevention.

SafeSide powers workforce education through technology, creativity, and human connection. Drawing on his experience as a CTO in tech manufacturing, Phil keeps SafeSide thinking ahead, leveraging technology innovation toward the goal of zero suicide.

Joseph Denny brings 25 years of distinguished United States Army service to his role as Connect Program Lead Facilitator and Program Manager. Drawing on his extensive expertise in strategic problem-solving, operational excellence, adult learning theory, and curriculum development, he mentors other facilitators while spearheading the Connect program's implementation for our clients globally.

Ryan Edwards brings experience managing complex, multi-site projects across the corporate sector and coordinating with various government departments. His background in stakeholder engagement, governance, and workforce development supports SafeSide’s mission to embed person-centered suicide prevention into everyday practice. Driven by a strong commitment to mental health and social impact, Ryan’s collaborative approach is a valuable asset to our team.

Tiyana Gostelow serves as Director of Operations at SafeSide Prevention, leading the delivery and implementation of suicide prevention programs across Australia to ensure operational systems support quality outcomes. She brings significant expertise in system redesign, co-production, and evidence-informed implementation from her work in government and not-for-profit sectors. A values-driven leader, Tiyana is recognized for her collaborative approach and unwavering commitment to workforce wellbeing and culturally responsive care.

With a background in journalism for regional and metro news outlets, Annie is bringing her skills in creating meaningful content to the communications and marketing team. Annie combines her passion for suicide prevention, and amplifying the voices of those with lived experience with her creativity and can-do attitude to support SafeSide in communicating and connecting with it's growing subscriber base.

As SafeSide’s Senior Video Producer and Editor, Hannah creates impactful video content and engaging learning modules for our partners across the world. She brings previous deep and varied experience in global commercial and film production.

Paul has spent 20 years in the writing trade, first as an academic historian and then as a professional writer and editor. Paul is committed to the SafeSide mission and works across the organization to communicate SafeSide’s values, work, and research.

Tim’s skills in technical services have been honed during a career spanning more than 30 years in tech. A leader who knows systems inside and out, Tim makes the complex look easy.

As a psychologist with more than 20 years of experience in suicide prevention and mental health and 13 years of experience in management roles, Jamie brings the expertise, passion, and knowledge needed to deliver SafeSide's goals. With those goals in mind, Jamie has transitioned from General Manager to Head of Strategic Partnerships and Development, focusing on expanding SafeSide's reach and impact.

Ann brings decades of experience in the corporate world helping global organizations succeed with major software implementations. Wanting to make a difference in suicide prevention, Ann now applies her talents to making sure our subscriber organizations have a clear path to success with the SafeSide Framework and training programs.