About Us

We support

$9 Billion

of combined economic, health and social benefits of the aquatic sector

$4 Billion

of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) from the health and fitness sector

22,972

employees in Sports and Recreation Facilities

Our Directors

Jake Culkin

Jake is the Co-Founder of LeisureSafe and an experienced executive in the aquatics and disability support sectors. As a former CEO and senior manager across Nonprofits, local government and inclusive service organisations, Jake brings deep expertise in operational leadership, risk management and program development. He advises organisations to build safer, more inclusive environments for all communities.

Declan Gillard-Martin

Declan is the Co-Founder of LeisureSafe and a recognised leader in Australia’s leisure and aquatic sectors. Previously a Nonprofit executive in peak-body associations and working for both local government and management groups, Declan has experience in operations, risk, and industry advocacy. He advises organisations to create safer, smarter public spaces that support community connection, operational excellence, and long-term compliance.

Stronger, safer communities

Places where people connect, children explore and communities come together