Meet Benny.
BennyGregs has previously served the youth of Australia as a motivational speaker at select schools about the benefits of Vocational Education and Training, based on his own entrepreneurial experiences. He was also selected as part of a team of experts, innovators and leaders chosen to present at the 2022 Victorian School to Work Summit at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. His genuine passion for the future of young individuals, business experience and his infectious enthusiasm making him the ideal candidate on the topic of connecting the education system with future workforce opportunities, ensuring every student has a great pathway from school into the workplace. At the age of 19, Benny was invited to join the Board of NorCen Financial Services - operators of Bendigo Bank’s in the Wallan, Kilmore and Broadford branches. His board role is focused on youth development, marketing, community events and engagement. He is also one of the country’s youngest entrepreneurs, creating BGCAPTIVATE and BGCOMMUNITY to provide opportunities for young creatives and musicians.
Meet Amber.
Amber Sindoni is a working musician, singer-songwriter (under the moniker Ambraya) who has been immersed in Melbourne’s music scene since late 2017; releasing narrative-orientated, modernised soul - with the desire to connect to each listener, hoping that they feel an overarching sense of comfort and affirmation through her music. Amber's musical journey has taken her far and wide. Notably, her debut show, "Constellations," in February 2021, was a resounding success, selling out to her eager audience. In 2022, she headlined and sold out her self devised show at the unique arts theatre, Chapel Off Chapel, titled "Embers of Gold." From there she has also graced prestigious stages such as the Paris Cat Jazz Club, Howler, Crown Palladium, and the Robert Blackwood Hall. Amber’s distinctive and soul-immersive sound has led her to open for BABBA as part of the MSA Wednesday sessions, serve as a backing vocalist for The Elvis Big Band during their tour across South Australia, Canberra, and Victoria, and earn the title of Best Soloist at the Australia A cappella Awards. Additionally, her work has been selected to be a part of Eddie Perfect's "Pitch to Perfect." at Monash University’s Alexander Theatre in 2021. inspired by the ethos of "good thoughts, good words, good deeds." the Monash graduate also shares her passion and expertise as a music educator, nurturing the talents of budding creatives and performers. As part of the release of "Safe, Happy and Healthy," Amber will be introducing her first single, "Happy Place," in October 2023.