Who are we?

The Plain English Foundation specialises in plain English training, writing, editing, and public speaking and events.

Dr Neil James, Executive Director
Neil has a doctorate in English from Sydney University. He has worked in government, publishing and the media. Neil is a plain English trainer, author and public speaker. He recently published Writing at Work, a writing toolbox for professionals.

Dr Peta Spear, Managing Director
Peta has a doctorate in writing from the University of Western Sydney. She has worked in government and in film, and is a plain English editor and writer.

Glenn James, Operations Manager

Glenn has qualifications in IT, finance and corporate services management. He has over 20 years experience in the field and related areas.

Graeme Prince, Managing Editor

Graeme has a master of arts degree from Sydney University. He is a plain English editor, with a background in legal publishing.

Ron Denholm, Trainer

Ron qualified in education and classics at Macquarie University, and has wide experience in plain English training.

David Hollier, Trainer
David studied at the University of NSW.  He is a plain English trainer and an experienced ESL teacher.

Dana Skopal, Trainer
Dana is a plain English trainer with qualifications in law and Asian studies from the Australian National University.

Julie Shannon, Trainer

Julie has a master of arts degree from the University of NSW and is a plain English trainer with an ESL background.

Professor Peter Butt, Legal Training Consultant

Peter is a professor of law at Sydney University who lectures nationally and internationally on plain legal language. He has published several books.