Jaynaya Winmar

Jaynaya Winmar

Indigenous Entrepreneur

Biography

Jaynaya Winmar is a proud Noongar/Ballardong woman from Quairading in the wheatbelt region of Western Australia in Australia. As a Cycle Breaker, Glow Getter, and Indigenous Entrepreneur, she is passionate about making the most of every opportunity while supporting others in their growth and passions, believing in the strength of unity and collaboration.

Jaynaya has extensive experience in the Employment and Recruitment sectors, focusing on partnerships in Education and Employment across regional and remote areas of Western Australia and Victoria. Her work in the recruitment industry, particularly with disadvantaged cohorts under the employment services framework, has allowed her to identify gaps in engagement and provide strategic solutions through partnerships.

As a consultant, she specialises in developing and implementing Reconciliation Action Plans across all levels, from Reflect to Elevate, for corporate national and international companies, sporting clubs, and peak bodies. She has also contributed to the creation of Indigenous Procurement Policies and Indigenous Engagement Plans, leveraging her skills to bridge the business bonds between Indigenous businesses and the broader business landscape. Her expertise extends to engagement with State and Federal government Social Procurement Frameworks and National Procurement Strategies, ensuring the alignment of stakeholder goals and transferable skills.

Jaynaya recently started her own business, operating on a model of effective networking, where she connects key stakeholders in a way that is respectful and mutually beneficial. She describes herself as an expert networker, always striving to strengthen business connections within her vast network.

Her leadership is reflected in her memberships and roles in various organisations, including:

  • Director of First Nation X
  • Ambassador for Indigenous Women in Industry Australia (IWI)
  • Distinguished Humphrey Fulbright Fellowship Alumni 2024
  • Startup Year Advisory Group Member
  • Member of Kinaway – Victorian Aboriginal Chamber of Commerce
  • Member of Supply Nation
  • Selection committee member for the Victorian Women’s Honor Roll, Victoria Office of Women
  • Member of the Victorian Premier and Cabinet – Aboriginal Women’s Leadership Program Advisory Group
  • Global Indigenous Ambassador and Coralus Activator
  • Ambassador for Blak Angels Investment Network Program
  • Active role with Wellah Limited (Clothing the Gap Foundation)

Jaynaya’s dedication to Indigenous empowerment and community development is woven into every aspect of her work, as she continues to influence policy, business, and cultural development.Top of Form

 

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