Becky Felstead
Facilitator and Host
The Resource Podcast
Becky Felstead is a passionate mental health advocate, wellness facilitator, and the founder and host of The Resource Podcast. With a background in photo journalism, workplace wellbeing, and 7 years experience in the mining and resource sector, Becky brings raw authenticity and deep insight to conversations around mental health and leadership.
Over the past year, she has delivered more than 300 presentations across mining sites and corporate settings, engaging over 20,000 workers in practical conversations about psychosocial risks, resilience, and culture change.
Becky is known for her ability to turn complex or uncomfortable topics, like burnout, trauma, and mental health, into safe, solution-focused discussions that empower individuals and teams.
Through her podcast and speaking work, she helps drive systemic change, reduce stigma, and inspire real action.
Listen to The Resource Podcast:
SESSIONS
Day 1
3:50
Strategy Sessions
Scenario 1: Addressing workplace racism and cultural bias
During a team meeting, a manager notices dismissive comments about a colleague’s ideas. The colleague hesitates to speak up, unsure of how to challenge the behaviour without backlash.
Katherine Biagi, HR Manager, Australia West, MACA and Thiess
Scenario 2: Engaging C-suite leaders to advance indigenous inclusion in mining
Tensions arise when some executives question the necessity of prioritising Indigenous women in leadership and recruitment, prompting a discussion on the business and cultural benefits of inclusion.
Giulia Savio, Independent Consultant – Industry Leader in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, AusIMM
Scenario 3: Supporting a colleague’s mental health in the workplace
A usually high-performing colleague appears withdrawn and disengaged. Some colleagues assume they are not pulling their weight, while others recognise the signs of stress and advocate for a supportive conversation.
Becky Felstead, Facilitator and Host, The Resource Podcast
Scenario 4: Practical steps for indigenous professionals to advance in mining and resources
A mid-career Indigenous professional seeks guidance on overcoming systemic barriers and identifying practical steps to advance in the mining and resources sector.
Jeffrey Farrell, Aboriginal Employment and Culture Consultant, ABU Human Resources, Chevron