Who We Are
Modern. Confident. Approachable. At Gloomy Destinations, we help you shine on any stage by guiding you to discover the power of your authentic voice.
Our Story
Gloomy Destinations began as a small meetup of passionate speakers in Sydney, united by a simple belief: everyone deserves to have their voice heard. Today, we empower new generations of leaders, changemakers, and professionals through our expert coaching and a vibrant, supportive community.
- Founded in 2012 by experienced communication coaches
- 10,000+ students transformed nationwide
- Recognized as a top Australian voice training academy
Mission, Vision, and Values
Mission
To help every aspiring speaker express themselves with confidence, clarity, and influence—on stage, at work, and everywhere their voice matters.
Vision
To become the most trusted destination for public speaking mastery in Australia and beyond, inspiring meaningful change in society by empowering every voice.
Our Values
- Inclusivity: Every voice is important—diversity fuels our energy and success.
- Dedicated Growth: We believe in continual improvement, for our students and ourselves.
- Community: Lifelong impact happens through supportive connection.
- Integrity: We do what’s right for our students and our profession.
Meet Our Expert Trainers
Ashleigh Tan — Lead Trainer
Certified Professional Speaker, Toastmasters Champion and communication coach with 15+ years’ experience helping executives find their voice.
Liam O’Connor — Voice Coach
Background in theatre and linguistics; specializes in overcoming stage fright and developing confident delivery.
Sara Mitchell — Public Speaking Strategist
Corporate trainer and speaker with a focus on persuasive storytelling and specialized workshops for young professionals.
Our trainers hold:
- International Speech Coaching Certification
- Speech Pathology and Communication Science Degrees
- Australian Leadership Awards for Excellence in Communication