About
Accomplished executive leader with over 25 years of experience at C-Suite and Board level, spanning diverse sectors including charity, not-for-profit, disability, sport, education, and professional services. Renowned for shaping and executing strategic vision, driving income growth and diversification, and enhancing brand presence. Proven track record in stakeholder engagement and leading high-performing teams to deliver strategic & operational outcomes. Demonstrated financial acumen in managing complex & large budgets, with leadership responsibilities extending across local and national teams.
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‘A crisis doesn’t change people. It reveals who they really are. And what’s important’
‘A crisis doesn’t change people. It reveals who they really are. And what’s important’
By David Sexton
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Variety - the Children's Charity giving Aussie kids a fair go!
Variety - the Children's Charity giving Aussie kids a fair go!
By David Sexton
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Imagine if every time a CEO with hazel eyes was appointed, the headline screamed, “First CEO with Hazel Eyes!” Sounds ridiculous, right? Eye colour…
Imagine if every time a CEO with hazel eyes was appointed, the headline screamed, “First CEO with Hazel Eyes!” Sounds ridiculous, right? Eye colour…
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On behalf of Sportspeople Recruitment, I’m thrilled to share a unique CEO role with the Family of League Foundation, a high-profile charity that…
On behalf of Sportspeople Recruitment, I’m thrilled to share a unique CEO role with the Family of League Foundation, a high-profile charity that…
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Experience
Education
Volunteer Experience
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Non Executive Director
Sport NSW
- Present 3 years 11 months
Sport NSW is the peak industry body for sport in the state. It is an independent not-for-profit organisation, representing NSW sporting organisations as The Voice of Sport to raise and respond to issues that impact on all levels of sport and to foster the future development of sport in New South Wales.
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Non Executive Director
Wheelchair Sports NSW/ACT
- Present 8 months
The governing body for 9 sports in NSW & ACT, for all ages from grassroots to elite competition. Their mission is to change the lives of people with a disability through participation in sport and a vision where everyone gets picked to play.
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Chair
What Ability Foundation
- 1 year 5 months
What Ability Foundation is a not-for-profit working towards better community access for people living with a disability or diminished capacity and the families who love and care for them. The Foundation offers a range of opportunities by partnering with companies that provide ticketed sport, adventures, accomodation, dining and entertainment experiences across the country. They break down barriers and unlock experiences to give families equality of access to the communities in which they live –…
What Ability Foundation is a not-for-profit working towards better community access for people living with a disability or diminished capacity and the families who love and care for them. The Foundation offers a range of opportunities by partnering with companies that provide ticketed sport, adventures, accomodation, dining and entertainment experiences across the country. They break down barriers and unlock experiences to give families equality of access to the communities in which they live – the ability to move, jump, play, swim and experience life to the full.
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Non Executive Director
Liz Ellis Goals For Girls Foundation
- 7 years 6 months
Liz Ellis, former captain of the Australian Netball Team and three times World Netball Champion created her Goals 4 Girls Foundation to provide scholarships to young women who display leadership, academic and sporting aptitude, and whose family situation may otherwise preclude them from pursuing their educational goals. The work of the Foundation extended to support indigenous young people in remotes parts of the country including the Tiwi Islands providing an apprenticeship program, AFL sports…
Liz Ellis, former captain of the Australian Netball Team and three times World Netball Champion created her Goals 4 Girls Foundation to provide scholarships to young women who display leadership, academic and sporting aptitude, and whose family situation may otherwise preclude them from pursuing their educational goals. The work of the Foundation extended to support indigenous young people in remotes parts of the country including the Tiwi Islands providing an apprenticeship program, AFL sports program and targeted scholarships.
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Last week, our team had the incredible opportunity to be part of a Parliament showcase in Canberra, thanks to The Heart Foundation . We were there…
Last week, our team had the incredible opportunity to be part of a Parliament showcase in Canberra, thanks to The Heart Foundation . We were there…
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Derwent is seeing a significant uptick in the appointment of Chief Revenue Officers (CRO), known by multiple other titles including; Chief Growth…
Derwent is seeing a significant uptick in the appointment of Chief Revenue Officers (CRO), known by multiple other titles including; Chief Growth…
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From start to finish the Paris 2024 Olympic Games proved to be the most spectacular sporting event I have had the privilege to work at in my 39-years…
From start to finish the Paris 2024 Olympic Games proved to be the most spectacular sporting event I have had the privilege to work at in my 39-years…
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One week to go until the Business of Sport Summit takes place on 21-22 August at the Swissôtel Sydney. This year’s theme, Reimagining Sporting…
One week to go until the Business of Sport Summit takes place on 21-22 August at the Swissôtel Sydney. This year’s theme, Reimagining Sporting…
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Just come off the platform summarising two extraordinary days at #EliteRetreat. I can’t think of the last time I’ve seen such a stellar event lineup,…
Just come off the platform summarising two extraordinary days at #EliteRetreat. I can’t think of the last time I’ve seen such a stellar event lineup,…
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A big thanks to Sport NSW for the amazing opportunity to complete their Female Leaders Get on Board program which included the Australian Institute…
A big thanks to Sport NSW for the amazing opportunity to complete their Female Leaders Get on Board program which included the Australian Institute…
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The amazing Samantha McLean and Scott Bateman are currently opening day two of Elite Agent’s #EliteRetreat, up on Hayman Island, where myself and…
The amazing Samantha McLean and Scott Bateman are currently opening day two of Elite Agent’s #EliteRetreat, up on Hayman Island, where myself and…
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