APAC Insider- Australian CEO Excellence Awards 2025 | 22 With decades of experience across social-enterprise governance, housing and disability services, customer engagement, and heavy-vehicle operation, John-Paul Hirst has carved out a unique path for himself. It’s clear that John-Paul has dedicated his professional life to helping others, but this is also the very essence of his being. We celebrate what John-Paul has to offer the world as his inspiring yet humble story unfolds below. Leading boutique agency H5 Enterprises, John-Paul Hirst aids others in unlocking their full business potential with a comprehensive range of business consulting, private equity solutions, accounting, bookkeeping, and legal services. Over the past fifteen years, John-Paul has worked in many community service roles which have led him to helping a long list of individuals and families. From heavy vehicle operation to business support, governance to charity work, and more, he has a multifaceted myriad of skills which have led him to helping many others. Furthermore, earning a plethora of certifications, John-Paul has 18 Tertiary qualifications – with two coming from the University of Canberra – in addition to success in early education. His thirst for knowledge continues to keep him curious, encouraging him to learn more and better himself in every way possible. As Founder of The Foundation of Light charity – where he has diligently worked alongside Director Christopher Biltoft – and The Black Ribbon Foundation, John-Paul is always giving back to communities and individuals around the region and beyond. He achieves all that he sets his mind to, from an empathetic and inspiring way, and he empowers individuals’ businesses and personal outlooks. Being part of transformative situations for people across Australia, and even further afield, JohnPaul’s masterful collection of qualifications and experience is truly of note. John-Paul’s impact even with regards to tilt table test equipment which he had replaced, at the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital in Sydney has been something he has been quietly proud of for many years. After an ongoing journey with his own health, John-Paul decided to take a leap of faith to ensure other people can continue living life to the fullest regardless of their heart or other neurological or medical issues. Believing in sharing credit where credit is due, John-Paul also shared his thoughts on those he has worked with in many capacities. He is proud to be connected with Alan Sheppard from Secret Dogs Business who has ensured that John-Paul and his service dog, Shelby, have built an unwavering relationship of trust and support. This partnership continues to flourish so that John-Paul can keep offering only the best possible services to clients and his associates. Helping to break the stigma surrounding mental health difficulties, John-Paul is a shining example of someone unapologetically themselves, while respecting others and their requirements. Additionally, JohnPaul is thankful is thankful for Jan Grant of Stylish Dogs who has ensured that Shelby can be stylish and easily identified as a service dog. The people that John-Paul thanks have ultimately influenced John-Paul’s own success, and he was pleased to mention their contribution to his journey. For the future ahead, JohnPaul is aiming to introduce Wildlane Tea into Trippas White Group’s establishment. He is also on the path to completing his GDLP and being admitted to the ACT Supreme Court in December, after completing his Practical Legal Training with Leo Cussen’s ; after dedicating his professional life to helping others. Atop this, John-Paul is due to commence with Roundit Legal Services, to support Antonio Sestos in achieving his mission. JohnPaul has also teamed up with Jovan Naidoo from Masters Of Property to help provide more specialised disability accommodation for the many Australians with special needs. Our Australian CEO Excellence Awards 2025 is home to a plethora of trailblazing CEOs across the vibrant region, and JohnPaul Hirst is an individual to celebrate. His empathy, compassion, and drive to make a positive impact consistently pushes him to achieve more while helping others in doing the same. This transformational and empowering impact is exactly why he has been named in our awards programme, and we’re sure his success will continue well into the years ahead. Contact: John-Paul Hirst Company: H5 Enterprises Website: www.h5enterprises.com.au/ Email: [email protected] Business Consulting Services CEO of the Year 2025 (Melbourne): John Paul Hirst Jul25098
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