Travels From Western Australia
Speaker Topics
Spies are boring. – we all tell ourselves stories.
Stop feeling mum guilt and work-guilt for being a working mum.
Success doesn’t need a suit.
The workforce of mums who can only work school hours or around kids
To be authentically you, you have to be all parts of you.
Tara Whitney
Founder, Director and Entrepreneur, Transforming Visions into Reality
Tara Whitney is the visionary Founder and Director of Whitney Consulting, a distinguished grant writing firm based in Western Australia. With an extensive background spanning over 15 years, Tara has established herself as a leading authority figure in managing a variety of grant-funded projects across different sectors, including construction, agriculture, aged care, recreation, tourism, health, housing, indigenous business, and transport.
Under Tara’s leadership, Whitney Consulting has garnered acclaim for securing over $180 million in grant funding for clients nationwide. Her expertise extends far beyond mere writing to encompass comprehensive project management, strategic business case evaluation, and meticulous financial analysis. Tara’s commitment to excellence is evident in her team of remote-working mothers, whom she supports with flexibility and autonomy, recognizing the importance of a work-life balance to foster a productive and supportive work environment.
Prior to founding Whitney Consulting, Tara accumulated invaluable expertise within State and Federal Governments, where she assessed and managed a portfolio of over 60 Royalties for Regions grant projects exceeding $1 billion. Her deep-rooted passion for regional and community development stems from her upbringing in Western Australia’s Wheatbelt region, inspiring her dedication to crafting compelling business cases that drive meaningful societal impact.
At Whitney Consulting, Tara and her team specialise in simplifying the grant application process, ensuring clarity and effectiveness regardless of the client’s expertise level. Their personalised approach involves immersing themselves in the client’s vision and community, ensuring each application reflects the unique essence of the project and maximises its potential for success. With a proven track record and unwavering dedication to client success, Tara Whitney continues to redefine the standards of grant and business case writing, empowering organisations to achieve their goals and positively impact communities nationwide.