Rachael Mclennan

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Leadership, governance, board and executive search to ensure Australian charities maximise social impact ​ @ People for Purpose
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Greater Sydney Area, Australia, Australia
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About Rachael Mclennan

I know that excellent leadership and governance in the for-purpose sector are not negotiable in terms of how we look to solve complex social and environmental challenges. We at People for Purpose exists to ensure Australian charities have the very best executive and non-executive talent. We have the time and expertise that you don't have to ensure the board members and executives you attract are the best, bringing alignment to purpose, skills and experience and diversity. I co-founded People for Purpose with Melissa Macpherson in 2012 to support Australian charities with access to smart, authentic leaders in both executive and non-executive roles. I am also committed to supporting other 'corporate refugees' like me who are looking to use their commercial skills to ensure they leave this world a better place. I am lucky to have worked with some of the most recognisable organisations in the for-purpose and sector including Greenpeace, The Paul Ramsay Foundation and The Smith Family. I have worked with their Chairs, Boards and Executive Teams to ensure they are clear on purpose and impact and lead and govern well. I understand the complexity of the for purpose sector through lived experience. I've fundraised, led, governed, advocated and studied in the charity sector both here and abroad. I was founding CEO of Australian Philanthropic Services (APS), working with the high net worth and advisory communities to help build a culture of giving in Australia. I learnt an enormous amount reporting to a passionate, focussed, high profile board. I made a conscious move into the not-for-profit sector in 2004 and am committed to sharing my journey with others wishing to work in a way that is closely aligned to personal purpose. I've been inspired by (and continue to be inspired by) many people, in particular, my mum who was raised by the Salvation Army. I speak publically from time to time, most recently with McKinsey's Executive Leadership Program, the Austalian Institute of Company Directors Boards Seeking Directors Event and the 2019 Fundraising Institute of Australias Conference. I spent 3 years on the board of the National Centre for Childhood Grief and now serve as an Ambassador. I am proud to support Generation Australia as an Advisory Committee Member, Young Change Agents as a Social Entrepreuner Judge and Ronald McDonald House as a volunteer cook. I live in Sydney with my husband and 3 adorable, but exhausting children.

Rachael Mclennan's Current Company Details
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Leadership, governance, board and executive search to ensure Australian charities maximise social impact ​
Rachael Mclennan Work Experience Details
  • People For Purpose
    Ceo And Co-Founder
    People For Purpose Oct 2012 - Present
    Sydney, New South Wales, Au
    In 2012 Rachael Co-founded People for Purpose with Melissa Macpherson, on a mission to enhance the capability of the for purpose (non-profit) sector in Australia and raise the profile of the sector. People for Purpose works closely with non-profits to understand their unique culture, purpose, needs and challenges. The team is made up of people who have led and worked in the for-purpose sector. Not traditional recruiters. They find, nurture and supporting talented and passionate senior professionals from inside and outside the sector who want to make a difference. People for Purpose also provides support and education to commercial executives looking to make a meaningful connection to the for-purpose sector through a range of workshops. Between them, Rachael and Melissa have decades of non-profit and commercial experience and an unbridled passion for sector. They believe a very real opportunity exists to strengthen the non-profit sector in Australia utilising their experience, networks, and commitment to the sector and it potential.www.peopleforpurpose.com.au
  • Menzies Foundation
    Non Executive Director
    Menzies Foundation May 2023 - Present
    South Melbourne, Victoria, Au
    The Menzies Foundation aspires to raise the profile and importance of ‘outstanding’ leadership to encourage Australians to reflect on leadership, build their own leadership capability and contribute to the greater good.Building on Sir Robert Menzies legacy, and In accordance with the Foundations catalytic model of philanthropy, we aspire to build platforms that model the importance of a purpose-led orientation, are entrepreneurial and adaptive, undaunted by complexity and focused on a more thoughtful, deeper interrogation of what it means to be a leader in the world today.Given my interest in, and commitment to leadership for the greater good, this is an awesome opportunity to contribute to the for-purpose sector.
  • Raise Foundation
    Advisory Council Member
    Raise Foundation Oct 2022 - Present
    Sydney, New South Wales, Au
    Raise matches young people with trained and trusted mentors who support them to get through challenges, increase their wellbeing and shape a purposeful life. I have 2 teenagers, so this really resonates with me. At the start of the program the common issues young people report in their pre-program survey are: anxiety, bullying, depression, suicidal thoughts, self-harm discrimination, disordered eating. By the end of the program, 74% of our mentees told us that the program helped them cope with these issues.Raise are awesome. Making a real difference to the lives of young Australians.
  • Generation Australia
    Advisory Board Member
    Generation Australia Apr 2020 - Apr 2023
    Sydney , New South Wales, Au
    Founded in 2014, Generation Australia was created to transform education to employment systems to prepare, place, and support people into life-changing careers that would otherwise be inaccessible. After an incredible successful pilot program, Generation Australia has supported over 1000 people to upskill, 80% of whom were employed within 180 days - how insane is that! This is systemic change and I was excited to have been part of their establishment and growth. What I love is that Generation supports the unemployed and underemployed to learn new skills - and then connects them to an actual job. Generation Australia solves a wide range of employer challenges—skilled talent shortages, lackluster on-the-job performance, reskilling needs, and higher turnover in important roles—with our unique approach and our determined graduates.
  • National Centre For Childhood Grief
    Non Executive Director
    National Centre For Childhood Grief Sep 2011 - Nov 2014
    Hornsby, New South Wales, Au
    Approximately 9% of children under the age of 18 have had one, or both parents die. The National Centre for Childhood Grief (NCCG) is a special place that provides vital support to over 400 families each year, in a safe loving environment where children grieving a death can share their experience as they learn to live with its impact on their lives. Support is provided mostly through individual and group counseling and there is no requirement for children and their families to pay for the support they receive.I served on the NCCG's Board to support the development of their fundraising capability.
  • Australian Philanthropic Services
    Chief Executive Officer
    Australian Philanthropic Services Sep 2009 - Sep 2012
    Sydney, Nsw, Au
    Australian Philanthropic Services (APS) has grown quickly to become the preeminent not-for-profit independent philanthropic services organisation in Australia. APS currently manages over 150 private foundations and has helped Australia establish over 1000 foundations. In addition APS manages a public ancillary fund and provides a grant making and evaluation service to the philanthropic community more broadly. The high profile board of APS includes David Gonski, Belinda Hutchinson, Jan Swinhoe and Chris Cuffe (Chair). It began in 2009 when Rachael began working on an idea, developed by Chris Cuffe, to inspire and support philanthropy in Australia. In September 2010, what is now known as Australian Philanthropic Services, was born and launched nationally, after originally operating as a division of Social Ventures Australia.In April 2012 the service and team rebranded into a separate entity known as Australian Philanthropic Services, and Rachael became the inaugural Chief Executive Officer.Rachael was responsible for managing a national team of 10 specialist individuals, 50 private ancillary funds and a public ancillary fund. Her role involved educating and inspiring publically and privately, Australian individuals and families and the advisors they work with.
  • Third Link Investment Managers
    Manager, Marketing
    Third Link Investment Managers Jan 2009 - Jul 2010
    The creation of the Third Link Growth Fund is a unique and pioneering way of contributing to Australian charities while delivering a financial return to investors. Not only does it provider the opportunity to participate in a professionally managed investment fund, but all fees received by Third Link Investment Managers Pty Limited from managing the Fund’s investments, net of expenses incurred, go to support the non-profit sector. The Fund’s name signifies this important connection between the third sector and investors. Rachael was responsible for all marketing activities related to Third Link Investment Managers and the Third Link Growth Fund including development and maintenance of marketing collateral, the organisations website, media relations for Third Link and Chris Cuffe and an annual calendar of events.
  • Social Ventures Australia
    Events Marketing Manager
    Social Ventures Australia Sep 2007 - Sep 2009
    Sydney, New South Wales, Au
    Social Ventures Australia (SVA) is a social purpose organisation that works with partners to improve the lives of people in need. The organisation provides services designed to scale social impact, helping business, government and philanthropists to be more effective funders and social purpose organisations to be more effective at delivering services.The Events Marketing position was a new position created to support the organisation in raising both funds and profile, working with an incredibly smart, passionate team and led by CEO Michael Traill. SVA. This role gave Rachael incredible exposure to the Australian for-purpose sector (after having spent the previous 8 years in London) and saw the creation of an impressive network of for-purpose founders and funders.
  • Rainbow Trust Children'S Charity
    Marketing Fundraising Events Manager
    Rainbow Trust Children'S Charity Mar 2002 - Oct 2006
    Leatherhead, Surrey, Gb
    Rainbow Trust Children's Charity provides emotional and practical support to families who have a child with a life threatening or terminal illness. Rainbow Trust's Family Support Workers join the family in their own home and are there to provide practical support. Staff from Rainbow Trust are contactable 24 hours a day for families in crisis from diagnosis, through treatment and even after bereavement.Rachael was responsible for fundraising for all Event Management Raising for Rainbow Trust and raised almost $1m in 3 years.
  • Pkf International
    Consultant
    Pkf International Jan 2001 - Dec 2001
    London, England, Gb
    PKF hotelexperts is an internationally recognised market leader in the field of hotel consulting. PKF is one of the largest global associations of public accounting and consulting firms. With 123 offices in Europe and a total of 366 offices in 106 countries, PKF is represented throughout the world. Founded in 1869, PKF was (in 1935) the first company offering specialised consulting services for the hospitality industry and providing relevant financial surveys as well as benchmarking services. The unique combination of accounting and hotel consulting know-how provides the basis for the quality and reliability for which our services are known. PKF deliver independent and unbiased advice based on realistic expectations.Rachaels role was to develop marketing documents required by hotel vendors relating to properties for sale, and for hotel owners for properties for lease. Assignments were undertaken across the UK and Europe. Rachael was also responsible for the provision of research papers for the sector on hotel performance in London (daily), the UK (monthly) and Europe and Africa (annually).
  • Chelsea Football Club
    Marketing Manager
    Chelsea Football Club 1999 - 2001
    London, Gb
    Stamford Bridge, home of the famous Chelsea Football Club, is also home to 2 hotels, 5 restaurants a nightclub and 21 of the most sophisticated, versatile event space in London.Rachael was responsible for marketing all activities not related to football as mentioned above, with a £250,000 annual marketing budget. This included the development and maintenance of all a 'Chelsea Village' website, all marketing collateral, advertising and PR campaigns and several annual events.

Rachael Mclennan Skills

Philanthropy Nonprofits Fundraising Business Networking Leadership Executive Management Strategic Planning Event Management Brand Management Marketing Public Relations Entrepreneurship Corporate Events Community Building Start Ups Business Planning Team Building Not For Profit Social Enterprise

Rachael Mclennan Education Details

  • Agsm @ Unsw Business School
    Agsm @ Unsw Business School
    Governance For Social Impact
  • Agsm @ Unsw Business School
    Agsm @ Unsw Business School
    Social Impact
  • London Chamber Of Commerce & Industry
    London Chamber Of Commerce & Industry
    Marketing
  • Loreto Normanhurst
    Loreto Normanhurst
  • Monash University
    Monash University
    Business/Managerial Economics

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