The South Australian Council of Social Service is the peak non-government representative body for health and community services in South Australia, and has a vision of Justice, Opportunity and Shared Wealth for all South Australians.

As the CEO of Lutheran Care, I lead a dedicated and passionate team of over 600 staff and volunteers. At LC we support communities through responding to the needs of individuals and families, community development, learning opportunities, accommodation and support. Much of our work aims to address poverty and injustice so that those in need are empowered to achieve their full potential. Our services are based on respect, integrity and compassion. We work with communities to develop efficient and effective ways to respond to individuals and families in need.

Calvary Housing Association Inc. held a portfolio of houses in the Southern suburbs of Adelaide used primarily as transitional housing for families in crisis, largely in response to family and domestic violence.

The Hessel Group is comprised of three entities, those being, Hessel Commercial, Hessel Care Foundation and Hessel International.Role & Responsibilities:• Lead the development of the Strategic Plans for the organisation both operational and financial• Research and Development relative to key stakeholders for current and future business development• Implementation of regulatory requirements • Coordinate, manage and monitor the workflow and workings of the business units• Review financial statements and associated data - Utilize financial data to prepare and closely monitor forecasts providing recommendations • Prepare and control operational budgets• Lead the 'Disability Support Division' and manage all prgrams under our NDIS accredited programs• Improve processes and policies in support of organisational goals • Formulate and implement departmental and organizational policies and procedures • Sales and Business Development – ensure sales targets and strategies are implemented• Develop workforce plans in line with strategic requirements• Recruitment and placement of required staff and delegation of tasks and accountabilities. • Build and maintain strong internal and external relationships with key stakeholders (including government) and facilitate communication and coordination between support functions • Project Management – multiple company projects• Change Management – leading and supporting key change initiatives • Suppliers – responsible for establishing processes to regularly review key suppliers • Member of The Executive Connection (TEC) • Public Officer and Chairperson for the Hessel Care Foundation

At Feegrade we provide a wide range of educational offerings and support services providing the highest degree of service and support to our clients. Feegrade were engaged in some very exciting educational projects with schools and tertiary institutions. Feegrade also works with students who have a physical or learning disability, specialising in working with Autistic students by creating and managing specialised support programs, and the development of our 'Specialist Autism Unit' (SAU). Feegrade also worked carefully with the NDIA towards NDIS accreditation. We also specialise in 'School Choice' events and consultancy across Adelaide, Sydney and Melbourne. We firmly believe in finding the right schools for each family and their specific educational needs and values. In 2017 we launched the first ever series of 'School Choice' events titled - 'An Evening with the Schools' across Melbourne and Sydney.In another part of our business we have a team of highly qualified and experienced teachers who work for us to deliver highly personalised and tailored tuition support.As the Managing Director my key responsibilities include:• General oversight and responsibility for the effective running of day to day operations • Preparation of financial forecasting, budgeting and financial statements• Providing, managing and overseeing the communication and support given to all stakeholders• Media liason • Identification and growth of new business opportunities and partners• Contract negotiation and procurement• Liaising and negotiating with schools and tertiary educational institutions• The submission and costing of proposals for services• Staff recruitment, development and performance management• Liaising and negotiating with clients• Liaising and negotiating with various private and government agencies• Project management • Preparation and presentation of professional development seminars

Lecturer and Tutorial Leader - Developed and delivered course content for the Advanced Accounting M program and Management Accounting M program

Business advisory servicesExternal AuditMy client portfolio included - E & A Ltd, Origin Energy, BHP Billiton, Adelaide Zoological Society, KBR Engineering