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How it all started

A decade ago, Renato and Maria entered the healthcare industry with a shared commitment to making a meaningful impact on families of children with disabilities. As a husband-and-wife team, they seamlessly integrated their diverse skills, discovering the harmonious blend that would define their dynamic partnership.

The success of their collaboration was not merely a matter of complementing each other's abilities but, fundamentally, recognising the importance of respecting and incorporating diverse areas of expertise. Renato and Maria discerned that the key to running a thriving healthcare business lies in understanding not only their respective fields but also the profound respect for varied areas of expertise that collectively contribute to comprehensive care.

Having successfully sold their business, the team have now embarked on a new mission. Beyond personal triumphs, their vision extends to empowering others by sharing the wealth of knowledge and wisdom cultivated throughout their journey. With a continued commitment to sparking innovation in the healthcare sector, they stand ready to guide and inspire others to navigate the evolving landscape with wisdom and vision.

Renato and Maria interacting with a tablet
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Maria Guzzardi

Clinical Supervisor

BSpPath, CPSP (Certified Practising Speech Pathologist)

Maria is a Certified Practising Speech Pathologist. She trained at La Trobe University in Melbourne, and has been a practising clinician for over 25 years.

She has worked in Paediatrics in a number of settings as a Speech Pathologist, trainer and consultant. Maria has worked in Early Intervention organisations in Melbourne, Sydney, London and at The Royal Children's Hospital in Mental Health and the hospital’s Communication Clinics.

Maria has extensive experience in the administration of the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS-2). Maria co-founded Ladybug House 10 years ago with her husband Renato.

  • Bachelor of Speech Pathology

  • Certified Practising Speech Pathologist

  • Member of Speech Pathology Australia

  • Owned three allied health practices

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Dr Renato Ulpiano

Business Coach

B.Acc, MBA, DBA

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Ren is the co-founder of an allied health practice, Ladybug House, with his wife Maria Guzzardi.

He has completed his doctorate in 2022, investigating health care professionals and online rating websites. To view Ren’s research click here. Prior to that, he has completed an MBA at the Melbourne Business School as well as an undergraduate degree in Accounting.

He has held various roles in organisations such as Telstra and Microsoft. Tune into his podcast collaboration with Speech Pathology Australia here.

  • Bachelor of Accounting

  • MBA from Melbourne Business School

  • Doctorate in healthcare about customer service experience

  • Owned three allied health practices

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