Sandy Dann chats with Broome’s Kaimina Hoogland – Cultural Intelligence & Making It Happen

In this inspiring interview, Goolarri Radio’s Sandy Dann catches up with Broome-born go-getter Kaimina Hoogland, now based in Perth and working with Saltwater Country Inc. and The Cultural Intelligence Project. Kaimina shares her journey from growing up in Broome in the vibrant ‘90s to building a career around cultural intelligence, empowerment, and remote work opportunities. She speaks about the innovative programs PowerPlay VA and Sales Sirens, which are helping people — from as young as 14 — gain new digital skills, work from home, and create their own employment pathways without leaving community or culture behind. Through honesty and heart, Kaimina also opens up about overcoming fear, mindset challenges, and the importance of taking chances to grow personally and professionally. 💻 Listen in for: • The story behind Cultural Intelligence and what it means • How Saltwater Country and Make It Happen HQ are empowering communities • Opportunities for young people to train as virtual assistants or in sales • Reflections on Broome life, family roots, and staying connected to culture Recorded September 2025 on Goolarri Radio 99.7FM, this yarn is full of motivation, local pride, and practical wisdom for anyone ready to take that next step.