co-founder of manly42

social catalyst, deep thinker & manifester

yasco is a dedicated sound facilitator and sound healer based on the northern beaches, offering deep relaxation and healing through crystal singing bowls and her calming voice. she has supported families, staff, and children at bear cottage children’s hospice and schools across nsw with her gentle and transformative sessions.

rooted in her japanese heritage, yasco brings compassion and empathy to all she does. her enriched diverse background as a dancer, occupational therapist in neurology, and children’s yoga teacher weaves through to create a thriving, empowered community with like-minded individuals.

now a long-time manly local and mother of three, she leads social groups and a growing network of wellness facilitators. guided by the buddha’s words, “what you think, you become,” yasco brings her visions to life with joy, harmony, and connection to where people can come together and that will be truly meaningful for collective.

co-founder of manly42

community builder & optimist

zoë is a passionate advocate of in-person communities, especially in an increasingly digital world. she believes that authentic connection is a cornerstone of a meaningful and happy life.

with 14 years experience in the global pharmaceutical industry as a consultant and people leader, zoë combines determination with a talent for creating spaces where both individuals and ideas can thrive.

as the founder and president of manly theatre group inc, a registered charity and theatre company, zoë is dedicated to making acting, playwriting and the performing arts more accessible and affordable. the group has successfully hosted the sold-out manly festival of short plays for the past three years.

zoë is also the co-creator of the under the moon philosophy group and the manly padel group, along with several other communities she actively facilitates.

strategic advisor, community advocate & systems thinker

tony is a seasoned strategist with over two decades of leadership experience across the media and telecommunications sectors in australia and throughout the asia-pacific region. his experience lies in connecting vision with execution - helping organisations navigate complexity and grow with clarity and purpose.

what drew tony to manly42 is its deep commitment to a commmunity-first approach. a long-time northern beaches resident and father of four, he has actively supported local wellbeing through board roles with the northern beaches refugee initiative and the mental health charity MOWANA. for tony, strategy is most powerful when its grounded in empathy, inclusion and the grassroots energy of community.

at manly42, tony brings his strategic lens to support sustainable growth, ensuring the group’s impact continues to be both meaningful and regenerative.