“Over a period of 10 years, I have worked directly with Nick in a number of roles. Nick is well credentialed in the field of school sport and its interactions with the state and national sporting associations and its ability to cross over into the broader community. He demonstrates strong relationship management skills and regularly demonstrates creative and strategic thinking when addressing intricate business challenges. Nick is a standout consultant in his chosen field.

— Warwick Waters

National Relationship Manager
Australian Olympic Committee

“I have had the pleasure of knowing Nick Mooney over the last 10 years, having met him at School Sport Victoria premises through a collaborative research project conducted by the University of Canberra and the Victorian Department of Education.

Nick’s interest in the project, and in his enthusiasm for enhancing sport and physical education within the Department were clearly evident, and I always enjoyed the opportunity to discuss these and related matters.

His administrative skill, as well as understanding of the benefits of school sport and physical education, undoubtedly arise from his valuable early experiences as a physical education teacher followed up with his work with sporting organizations and School Sport Victoria. 

The satisfaction Nick derives from helping other is also evident from the work he has carried out in a voluntary capacity for various sporting bodies. Finally, and perhaps as important as anything else, I’ve found that Nick’s easy style lends itself to friendly and relaxed teamwork..”

— Professor Richard D. Telford AM PhD

“Nick has been an immeasurable and steadfast help to me as a mentor. From the beginning he has supported and believed in my goals of joining the sports industry. He pushes me outside of my comfort zone to prove that I can achieve my goals if I am prepared to be a little uncomfortable in the process. Nick always carves time out of his schedule to offer advice and guide me through challenges. Nick was instrumental in securing my first internship through his connections within the industry. He is always in your corner and will do what he can to help you get a start in the sports industry.”

— Kate Grant

Masters of Global Media and Communication
Melbourne University

“I have never been around a person who can articulate themselves and understand any situation like Nick. He is always seeking to have a genuine impact on the organisations with whom he works. His commitment to get the job done means that very soon he is welcomed as one of the team, an integral part of our approach to solving the challenges faced. I would recommend Nick to anyone that is set on taking their School Sport program to the next level as well as to those wishing to develop their staff in schools.”

— Cameron Heath

Principal
Casey Fields Primary School

“Nick completed a brief project for us to determine the competitive school swimming occurring across the country. He was able to draw on his strong school sport knowledge and networks to provide a great, comprehensive summary of this activity across Australia quickly.”

— Kym McMahon

AFL National Diversity and Inclusion Participation Manager

“Nick’s passion for supporting and empowering young athletes is inspiring. His work through the Sports Excellence Scholarship Fund has created many opportunities for Victorian Athletes to compete and gather experiences that previously may not have been available to them. Whilst Nick has facilitated these opportunities, he continues to ensure these athletes develop a complete set of values to carry them through life.”

— Mack Horton OAM

Olympic Gold Medallist

“I have known Nick Mooney in my role as ambassador for the Sports Excellence Scholarship Fund and in his previous role at School Sport Victoria. He is always efficient and thorough in his work on projects delivering strong outcomes for the organisations he represents. Our conversations are intelligent and thought provoking and I come away learning something from our exchanges. He is an experienced sports administrator who would add strong value to any business that chooses to use his expertise.”

— Steve Moneghetti AM

Four-time Olympian

“I’ve been pleased to work with Nick across two sports in the school sport space. He knows his stuff and is very well connected. Nick has been great to discuss and partner with on strategic through to operational considerations of achieving meaningful progress.”

— Matthew Kennedy

Chief Executive Officer
Bowls Australia

“Nick Mooney and Gazelle Consultancy share our goals to grow our student athletes within our college as athletes and as people. He has provided an opportunity for our college to align the goals of our specialist sports program with the values and goals of our whole school college to enable a clear strategic direction for the next 1, 3, 5 years. Nick is professional, understands schools and high-quality school and professional sporting contexts”.

— Fiona Taylor

Principal, Western Heights College, Geelong