MANAGING DIRECTOR

Sally has more than twenty years of experience spanning the environmental, public health and community development fields. Her expertise in strategic and business planning and project management is underpinned by a Masters in Public Health and wide-ranging experience in policy development, stakeholder and community consultation, and governance and risk assessment. Sally has held senior management roles in the consulting sector. As a qualified Company Director, she offers management expertise and knowledge of business planning, stakeholder engagement, service optimisation and human resource management. Sally is driven in her work with governments and business to support healthy and resilient communities. Sally is passionate about projects that connect people and support entrepreneurship for thriving regions.

TEAM LEADER RESILIENT FUTURES

Caroline is highly knowledgeable in public health strategy, risk analysis, and managing programs. As the leader of New Caledonia's Environmental Health Department, she oversaw research and initiatives in various sectors of environmental health, such as water supply, asbestos issues, leisure water, sewage treatment, medical waste, vector-borne diseases and health impact assessment of projects. Her expertise is bolstered by a Master's Degree in Public Health and more than a decade of experience in community health and aged care within Australian communities. As a Senior Consultant, Caroline brings skills in strategy and policy development and evaluation, risk assessment, clinical governance and engaging with stakeholders. Caroline heads our Adelaide team and oversees our corporate quality and risk management frameworks.

SENIOR CONSULTANT

Through ecological research and consultancy roles, Luke has gained extensive experience in engaging with stakeholders from the public, private and not-for-profit sectors and local communities across Australia. Luke has worked with various councils on strategy and projects spanning public health, environmental management and community safety (animal management planning). His strengths include report writing, data analysis, community engagement and ecological and environmental fieldwork. Luke holds a Diploma in Animal Technology and a Bachelor of Science (Animal Behaviour) for which he received the Chancellor's Letter of Commendation). He is an accredited Expert under the Accounting for Nature Framework. Luke is passionate about environmental conservation for resilient communities.

SENIOR CONSULTANT

Melissa brings over 15 years of experience delivering environmental, social, public health, and cultural value in the local government sector. She has prepared a variety of policies and plans relating to strategic and corporate planning, public health, community, culture, reconciliation, environment, and disability inclusion. Her solutions-based and collaborative project management skills complement her keen eye for interpreting legislation, analysing data, prioritising consultation outcomes, detail and strategy.

Melissa has developed and delivered a variety of community and environmental initiatives, promoting the value of healthy connected liveable environments. Her collaborative style and ability to listen to stakeholder voices make participants feel valued and heard. She holds a Bachelor of Social and Environmental Sciences and a Graduate Diploma in Urban Ecology.

TEAM LEADER, RESILIENT REGIONS

Terressa leads our regional team and supervises our Community and Innovation Hub partnerships in Roxby Downs South Australia. Terressa’s professional experience spans the mining and community development sectors. She has expertise across fostering effective workplace relationships, strategic community and stakeholder engagement, adept marketing strategies, strategic planning and change management. In her role as a Team Leader, Terressa is responsible for managing the hub operations team, hub marketing, governance (in liaison with local health stakeholders and the local council) and overseeing Hub user agreements and bookings.

Terressa holds a Cert IV in Human Resources, Level 2 Wellness Coaching, an undergraduate degree in Community Services, and a Certificate of Engagement with IAP2 Australasia. Terressa is committed to effective engagement with rural communities to empower community-driven solutions.

FAMILY HUB COORDINATOR

Beth has a healthcare administration background and extensive experience in supporting families in rural communities. She is skilled in networking, collaborative communication and facilitation of programs.

Beth is passionate about supporting families to reach their potential in parenting and relationships. Her background as a foster carer for the past decade and engaging with various government agencies such as the NDIS has aided her understanding of diverse family relationships and dynamics.

Beth is a trained facilitator in ‘Tuning in to Kids ® and Circle of Security Parenting. She is dedicated to delivering quality family programs and events for the local community through our Roxby Community Hub partnership.

CUSTOMER SERVICE, PROGRAMS AND EVENTS OFFICER

Keely is the Customer Service, Programs and Events Officer for our Community and Innovation Hub Partnership. Keely brings work experience in wellbeing and inclusion, as well as event management. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Physical Education and qualifications in mental health first aid. Keely is a confident and energetic presenter and is committed to delivering wellbeing programs and workshops to connect communities and support resilience. She thrives on working with people and building effective working relationships with colleagues and clients. Keely is passionate about seeing people flourish and bringing people together to share their stories and experiences.

OFFICE ADMINISTRATION COORDINATOR

Kirsten is experienced in office administration, facilities management support and bookkeeping. She is committed to business systems that drive service efficiencies. Kirsten works from our Adelaide office and manages our accounting and business systems, business banking and payroll. Kirsten supports the team in office and community hub facility management making them good places to work and be.