The 'Wise' Team
Who Are We?
Claire Taylor
Co-Founder
For most of her life, Claire did what was expected of her. The quintessential 'people pleaser' who followed the rules, lived by society’s expectations, and pushed herself hard in masculine spaces. At 17, she entered the intensely demanding world of professional kitchens, completing a four-year apprenticeship that tested both her resilience and her sense of self. By 22, she had left home and country, beginning a lifelong love affair with travel, reinvention, and the freedom to choose her own path.
Over 25+ years in hospitality, events, and luxury tourism, Claire created world-class experiences in 5-star ski resorts, private yachts, and international events like the London Olympics and Melbourne Grand Prix. But her most rewarding roles were always the ones where she helped people grow – like her years teaching at TAFE, where she inspired students of all ages to believe in themselves again.
In 2019, Claire hit a personal rock bottom. Burned out, disconnected, and questioning everything, a long-buried childhood trauma surfaced and catalysed a profound healing journey. What followed was a slow but powerful return to her authentic self, reclaiming her body, her voice, and her feminine power.
That journey led her to her first Women’s Circle in 2024 and something clicked – it was her own ‘aha’ moment. She left knowing, with absolute certainty, that her purpose was to create healing spaces for other women. Investing in herself, despite the challenge of being a single parent, she began mapping the pieces of a new life. And in a serendipitous moment at the local park, a conversation with her friend Lyn sparked a collaboration rooted in heart, purpose, and shared lived experience…and from there, Wise Women Retreats was born!
Claire brings a rare combination of five-star service, deep compassion, and soul wisdom to every retreat. She’s a qualified chef, menopause coach, and experienced facilitator who knows what it means to feel lost—and how to gently guide others home to themselves. Her warmth, cheeky humour, and nurturing presence create sacred spaces where women can be seen, held, and celebrated.
Claire’s greatest hope is that through Wise Women Retreats, you will remember the woman you were always meant to be – and rise into her, unapologetically.
Lyn Miller
Co-Founder
Lyn brings a rich tapestry of experience to Wise Women Retreats, shaped by decades of transformation, resilience, and deep spiritual enquiry. Raised in the Australian countryside before moving to the city in her teens, Lyn spent over 15 years in the corporate world before answering a deeper calling, health and healing.
After losing over 40kg and transforming her own life, Lyn became a personal trainer and wellness coach, dedicating more than 20 years to helping others reclaim their vitality and wellbeing. She ran a successful transformation program in Melbourne, supporting hundreds of clients on their physical and emotional journeys.
Yet her path was always infused with something deeper. Lyn began exploring spiritual healing in her 20s, studying Reiki and energy work through her 30s and 40s, quietly nurturing a deep intuitive connection that she didn’t yet feel safe to share. In her 50s, everything changed. As she moved through perimenopause and menopause and experienced the profound physical and spiritual changes it brought she stepped fully into her purpose.
Today, Lyn runs a soul-centred healing practice from her home in regional Victoria, offering Reiki, intuitive energy healing, cacao ceremonies, and sacred women’s circles. Her lived experience of midlife transition fuels her passion for supporting women who are navigating this rite of passage. She understands firsthand how easy it can be to lose your sense of identity during this time and how empowering it can be to reconnect with your inner wisdom.
Through Wise Women Retreats, Lyn helps create spaces where women can heal, rediscover themselves, and honour the sacred feminine within. She brings a grounded presence, compassionate heart, and unwavering belief in the power of women rising together.
Oscar
Head of Entertainment
With soulful eyes, a very waggy tail, and a heart full of joy, Oscar is more than just Claire’s beloved cavoodle - he’s the official bringer of smiles, snuggles, and spontaneous play. As our Head of Entertainment, Oscar’s job is to remind us to stay present, enjoy the little things, and never underestimate the power of a good cuddle. Whether he’s snoozing in a sunbeam or supervising from the sidelines, Oscar brings warmth, comfort, and just the right amount of cheekiness to wherever he is at.
Missy
Head of Public Relations
Graceful, charming, and endlessly curious, Missy is Lyn’s loyal cavoodle and our much-adored Head of Public Relations. With a body wag that melts hearts and a talent for making everyone feel instantly welcome, Missy is the embodiment of feminine warmth and connection. Whether greeting guests, joining a morning circle, or quietly holding space by your side, she has a sixth sense for who needs a little extra love. Missy reminds us all to lead with kindness, presence, and just a touch of sass.
