We recently welcomed two fabulous new facilitators to the MosaicLab team.
Everyone, meet Jody Kingston and Aaron Bosch!
In truth, Jody has been with us for a brief time now (we have just taken a while to introduce her through a team spotlight post).
Some of you may have had the pleasure of working with Jody on a project or meeting her through one of our free Lunch and Learn webinar sessions.
Aaron, on the other hand, is brand new; having worked with us for just a few weeks. We love welcoming some fresh eyes into the team.
It’s great for us – and our clients and participants – to have their extensive experience, fascinating backgrounds and broad skills on board.
Let’s learn more about Jody and Aaron – including their answers to our Telling Top 10 of probing questions.
Meet jody kingston
Jody joined MosaicLab last year and has provided a positive powerhouse of engine-room support for our senior facilitators ever since.
Did you know? Jody managed the Clown Doctor program for The Humour Foundation before she joined us. Clearly, she is drawn to purpose-led organisations.
Jody loves the variety of her work at MosaicLab and contributes many diverse skills to the team, having previously worked in arts administration, theatre, academia, education and health.
Jody’s great at a lot of things, but she has a special knack for leading groups through play and making sure everyone has the opportunity to contribute and be heard.
True or false? Jody previously worked as a street performer. TRUE!
Read more in Jody's bio.
“I love seeing processes in motion, where people work towards making change in their lives that they didn’t think possible.”
JODY ANSWERS THE TELLING TOP 10
1. What is the most recent photo on your phone?
We went to see a comedy show at the Malthouse and had a fan moment with Otto and Astrid of Die Roten Punkte fame.
2. What’s one thing you’re learning now, or you learned recently?
I’ve been doing a course on the art of negotiation, and practicing a lot with my 11-year-old! It’s teaching me to slow down, really tune in, and listen to the subtle needs the other person is trying to express.
3. When driving, do you prefer silence, mid-volume music or carpool karaoke at the top of your lungs?
It really depends on the day. It’s a rare thing to get a moment to myself so the chance to ride in silence is bliss. With my daughter the DJ on board, it’s carpool karaoke all the way.
4. How do you like to start and end your day?
I’ve recently moved to a place that has a view of the city. Seeing the early morning mist surrounding the buildings, or the lights at night, helps me to look out and beyond my little patch.
5. What impact do you think deliberative engagement can have on the world?
I think deliberative engagement gives people the chance to think deeply about issues that can’t simply be resolved and to experience the collective power of civil debate. It flips political power on its head and gives it to the people, which in turn may just give our communities more trust and confidence in the process.
6. What topic could you give a detailed presentation about with little or no preparation?
Twentieth century avant-garde composition techniques.
7. What energises you at work?
Working with clients and our team on the design of a project. I love coming to truly understand the problem or challenges a client is facing and designing the engagement approach that’s meaningful and will have impact.
8. Aside from being a MosaicLab facilitator, what’s your dream job?
A philanthropist.
9. Which three people would you love to have over for dinner?
Grayson Perry, Esther Perel and Kate Bush.
10. Your favourite foods are on the menu – what are they? And are you cooking, or is this a job for Uber Eats?
I love a feast! Moroccan, Mexican, Indian are just a few faves. I cook whenever I can; though, to truly savour the experience, we’d eat out.
meet aaron bosch
Aaron is the newest member of Team MosaicLab, having joined us in April 2023 after more than two decades in the Victorian water industry.
“I hope to bring positive can-do energy and make a valuable impact within the team,” Aaron says.
“I hope to grow as an individual and as a facilitator by learning from the experience of my colleagues.”
Aaron felt drawn to facilitation and MosaicLab due to the buzz he gets every time people with opposing views come together and find a way to move forward on issues.
True or false? Aaron does not like geocaching? FALSE! “Don't let the name put you off,” he says. “It’s all about finding treasures that have been hidden in everyday locations such as parks, street and buildings.”
Read more in Aaron’s bio.
“I’m passionate about exploring group energy in facilitation and empowering groups to discover their own solutions and outcomes.”
AARON ANSWERS THE TELLING TOP 10
1. What is the recent photo on your phone?
It's an action shot, capturing the utter joy and chaos of my eight-year-old son's birthday party at Timezone.
2. What’s one thing you’re learning now, or you learned recently?
The importance of having an organisational system to declutter your mind and enhance your presence and creative thinking. On average, people have between 250-500 open loops or incomplete tasks and to-dos, which can cause overwhelm and difficulty concentrating. I have been revisiting David Allen's ‘Getting Things Done’ system, which provides a safe resting space for open loops, allowing your mind to trust that these tasks are under control and you don't need to race back like a bullet train.
3. When driving, do you prefer silence, mid-volume music or carpool karaoke at the top of your lungs?
Carpool karaoke all the way - especially if Pearl Jam or Tay Tay is playing.
4. How do you like to start and end your day?
I try to start my day (with an emphasis on ‘try’) with a cold shower and then 10 minutes of stretching or yoga, sometimes adding some tapping and humming to energise the body - and slightly freak out my lovely neighbours.
Once my five and eight-year-old munchkins are asleep, I like to take some time to journal and reflect on how closely my day aligned with my values. I then use this to inspire my activities and intention plans for the next day (I do love a great checklist). Finally, I tend to curl up with my favourite fantasy novel (shout out to any ‘Wheel of Time’ fans) and fall asleep about two pages in.
5. What impact do you think deliberative engagement can have on the world?
Deliberative engagement provides a framework for individuals to express their unique needs through respectful and in-depth conversation. I believe through deliberation people can come together and create a shared vision for a healthy, regenerative and sustainable future. We can listen to unique viewpoints, critically examine the issues at hand and create a new narrative.
6. What topic could you give a detailed presentation about with little or no preparation?
The three superpowers of the breath and its impact on our emotional and physical well-being.
7. What energises you at work?
Curiosity, challenges and teamwork. I feel energised stepping into 'the arena’, trying new things and understanding alternative perspectives. I love the quote by Anais Nin: “Life shrinks or expands in proportion to one's courage.”
8. Aside from being a MosaicLab facilitator, what’s your dream job?
Grand Canyon rafting tour guide.
9. Which three people would you love to have over for dinner?
Jane Goodall, Aubrey Marcus and Bill Burr - I think it would make for a night of hope, heart and humour.
10. Your favourite foods are on the menu – what are they? And are you cooking, or is this a job for Uber Eats?
Anything with a bit of zing and a fresh and spicy vibe. Vietnamese and Thai foods are my go-to. If I’m cooking - it's a Mexican Fiesta!
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