Join Courtney Boag from Anthroprospective, Jennifer Halton from the Metamorphosis Project and Jess Leondiou from Archleys as they explore the dynamic intersection of academia, industry, and entrepreneurship. This webinar will:

• Examine the roles of 'particularists' and 'generalists' in today's professional landscape
• Advocate for increased agility in academic and professional spheres
• Highlight the value of multidisciplinary approaches and breaking down disciplinary silos to promote greater learning across disciplinary ‘boundaries’
• Discuss balancing expert knowledge with broader, more accessible engagement
• Emphasise the crucial role of Humanities, Arts, Social Sciences (HASS), and creative industries in shaping public discourse and understanding

Discover how embracing both specialist and generalist perspectives can enhance your work and impact in contemporary professional environments. We'll explore the importance of making academic work more accessible to the general public while maintaining rigour and nuance, particularly in HASS and creative fields.

This engaging discussion will challenge traditional notions of 'specialist' work and promote a more flexible, multidisciplinary approach that aligns with contemporary working styles and societal needs.

Dr Jennifer Halton

As Founder and Creative Director at The Metamorphosis Project (2015-present), Jennifer leads the project's vision, research, and artistic and editorial programming.

She has a PhD in Musicology and is interested in collaborative research that crosses disciplinary boundaries, from cultural musicology to new media and entrepreneurship. Jennifer also holds the position of Director, International (Associate Dean) at the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts at Edith Cowan University in Perth.



Courtney Boag

Courtney Boag is a social anthropologist specialising in public anthropology and entrepreneurship. With extensive experience working with Indigenous communities and in international development, she bridges academia and industry to demonstrate anthropology's broader relevance. Courtney is the Founder of Anthroprospective, a platform that aims to promote Humanities and Social Sciences to broader audiences. She is passionate about combining academic insights with practical strategies for community engagement, focusing on social impact and cultural understanding.



Jess Leondiou 

Jess Leondiou, founder of Archleys, has transformed her lifelong passion for journaling into a brand dedicated to fostering self-reflection and personal growth. Drawing on over a decade of experience in brand connections at Butter Collective, Jess now focuses on helping individuals connect more deeply with themselves. She collaborates with mental healthcare professionals to create psychologist-approved mindset tools, offering innovative approaches to journaling. Through Archley's, Jess invites people to enhance their self-awareness and cultivate deeper relationships with the world around them, combining her love for learning with a commitment to mental well-being.