Beyond The Back Paddock with Adam Wake

2023-11-06

The moment that you meet Adam Wake you are captivated by his energy, enthusiasm and passion. His passion has and continues to be working to provide better life opportunities for children. Adam joined Cottage by the Sea in Queenscliff as CEO in 2019, and that is where our paths crossed. I have been privileged to be an Ambassador at Cottage for many years. The Cottage was founded in 1890 in Queenscliff, Victoria as the Ministering Children’s League by Annie Hitchcock and Elizabeth Calder, t...

The moment that you meet Adam Wake you are captivated by his energy, enthusiasm and passion.

His passion has and continues to be working to provide better life opportunities for children.

Adam joined Cottage by the Sea in Queenscliff as CEO in 2019, and that is where our paths crossed. I have been privileged to be an Ambassador at Cottage for many years.

The Cottage was founded in 1890 in Queenscliff, Victoria as the Ministering Children’s League by Annie Hitchcock and Elizabeth Calder, the vision has always been that every child deserves a happy and healthy childhood. Our rich history continues to this day.

Located only a stone’s throw from the beach, Cottage by the Sea aim to empower young people by providing them with inspiration, fun and opportunity through our four tailored programs – Take A Break, REEF, Mentor and National.

The young people who attend are chosen with the help of schools and welfare agencies from all around Australia.

Prior to taking on the role at Cottage by the Sea, Adam had spent 11years managing the Lions Village Licola Inc (LVL). A not-for-profit, 270-bed outdoor education camp in remote Victoria. Many of the children welcomed to LVL are either disadvantaged, disabled or disengaged and have enjoyed rewarding, if not life changing, experiences.

Adam's resume is quite impressive. He has held management roles in outdoor education around the world including Australia, England, Scotland, Ireland and Venezuela. He holds a law degree and also worked as an Investment Banker in London.

In addition to a valuable career experience, Adam has training in mental health first aid, childhood trauma, child protection and a range of professional studies that support his role as CEO of Cottage by the Sea.

Adam also pushes his own personal boundaries undertaking and competing in some extreme ultra marathon events across the world.

Adam has great values, where his family are at the core.

This is a great chat. Please enjoy.

To find out more information or to support the ongoing programs at Cottage By The Sea. Go to www.cottagebythesea.com.au

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