Dinesh was the first quadriplegic medical intern in Queensland. He is a doctor, lawyer, disability advocate, and researcher.

He currently works in the emergency department at the Gold Coast University Hospital and is a senior lecturer at Griffith University and assistant professor at Bond University.

Dinesh is a former advisor to the Disability Royal Commission and recipient of the Medal of the Order of Australia.

Adjunct Professor Dr Catherine Ball is an award-winning futurist, company director, and bestselling author working across global projects where emerging technologies meet humanitarian, educational, and environmental needs.

A passionate champion of diversity, equity and inclusion, Catherine actively supports leaders across generations and works to advance social mobility and environmental stewardship.

Greg Santucci is an internationally recognised paediatric occupational therapist and creator of the Model of Child Engagement.

His work focuses on sensory processing, regulation and participation, supporting clinicians to translate neuroscience into practical strategies that improve outcomes for children and families.

Dave is an occupational therapist, leader and innovator with over 24 years of clinical experience and 18 years as co-founder and director of MoveAbout, a paediatric OT service across three NSW locations.

He has worked in Australia and the USA and is known for translating innovative ideas into sustainable, meaningful practice.

Dave is an author, speaker, mentor and course facilitator, and the developer of the 3S Framework for Supported Self-Development and the ABC-IDEAS Framework for Supporting Behaviour.

He is actively involved in education, advisory roles and advocacy across the profession.

As the 2026 OTA Oration recipient, Dave will explore how designing systems that support meaningful work can strengthen workforce sustainability, professional identity and outcomes for clients.