Meet the mentees of the Chair’s Mentoring Program 2025

Kate Burleigh GAICD

Kate is a seasoned technology executive and board director with over 25 years of experience leading digital transformation and AI initiatives across global organizations. With hands on experience in the application of AI, Kate brings strategic insight to the intersection of emerging technologies and business innovation.

Currently, Kate serves as Non-Executive Director for: Hollard Insurance, Super Retail Group (ASX: SUL), Camp Quality, and Wenona School. Her executive career includes leadership roles at global technology giants, serving as Country Manager and Executive Director for Amazon Alexa and Devices, Australia/New Zealand (2017-2023), and Managing Director of Intel Australia/New Zealand (2011-2017).

Kate holds a Master of Business Marketing from the University of Technology Sydney, a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Sydney, and is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. She is also a member of Chief Executive Women.

Sarah Butler GAICD

Sarah is a NED and strategic advisor with 30+ years’ experience in Health, Insurance/FS, Government and Consumer/Tech in 30+ countries, including five years in China/Asia. She is a NED for IAG-RACV's $6B insurance JV, IMA; NED & People Committee Chair for The George Institute for Global Health; and NED for Lumonus healthtech. She enables companies in regulated sectors to grow and scale their impact, including strategy, customer, digital/data/AI, culture and M&A.
 
Previously, Sarah held executive leadership roles with a strong track record delivering better customer outcomes, profitable growth and improved DE&I. She led PwC's $2B Global Health practice through COVID-19, growing 25 per cent in 2022 and doubling the Australia practice in five years. Sarah led PwC’s NSW Government practice 2019-22, growing 60 per cent. She doubled Booz & Company's China business and led Global Insurance for 10 years.
 
Sarah was a Senior Partner in Booz/Strategy& advising 150+ organisations in APAC, Americas and Europe: 50+ insurers and 50+ health/pharma players, as well as working broadly cross-sector and publishing thought leadership. Sarah also held governance roles, including as Chair Audit & Risk on Booz & Company’s Global Board through the sale to PwC.
 
Sarah is a member of Chief Executive Women, GAICD and MA Cambridge University.

Shirley Chowdhary GAICD

Shirley’s career has been driven by a strong desire to build a connection between people, place and purpose in order to create sustainable shareholder value. Shirley is currently the Chair of Women for Election and an external member of the University of Sydney Senate People & Culture Committee. She sits on the Advisory Boards of Propel Group, an organisation empowering boards and C-Suites to manage digital reputation, and Mentor Walks, providing mentoring to over 10,000 women across Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Dubai and Canada. She was previously the Deputy Chair of YMCA NSW, Chair of the Australian Institute of Architects and a non-executive director on the board of the Australian Associated Press. She has also chaired numerous audit & risk committees and nominations committees.

Career highlights include being in private practice at Cleary Gottlieb in New York, Regional Counsel for JP Morgan Investment Management, and CEO of the GO Foundation, an NFP founded by Adam Goodes and Michael O’Loughlin. She lived and worked for a decade in Japan, and has worked internationally across Asia, North America, Europe and Africa in the listed, private and for-purpose sectors. She has also hosted two series of the Women’s Agenda Leadership Lessons podcast and written a biography for a WW2 POW.

In 2024, she was awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Letters from the University of Sydney for her contributions to law, business, gender equality and Indigenous education, and she was recognised as a 2019 AFR 100 Women of Influence. 

Debra Eckersley GAICD

After ASX-executive and consulting careers, Deb Eckersley founded Calaur Advisory this year to advise boards and management on the alignment of strategy, performance and remuneration. Her clients include ASX-listed and non-listed companies across a breadth of industries.

 A long-time advocate for equality and inclusion, Deb is formerly President (Chair) of UN Women Australia and is now a Director of Chief Executive Women and on the Advisory Board of Get Skilled Access (founded by Dylan Alcott to improve disability inclusion and accessibility).

Deb trained as tax specialist and Chartered Accountant and worked at PwC for almost 25 years including as member of the Executive Board, Managing Partner – Human Capital, leading the People & Change practice, member of the Consulting leadership team advising clients on complex people matters, and as executive remuneration consultant to many Australian listed company boards.

Most recently, Deb was the Group Executive – People & Culture at Bank of Queensland, which included the design and implementation of the people and culture strategy for about 3,000 employees, regular engagement with BOQ Board, oversight of the Banking Executive Accountability Regime (BEAR), and health & safety responsibilities.

Tanya Gilerman GAICD

Tanya is a senior executive with an extensive track record working with large listed and unlisted businesses, and a particular focus on the financial services, property & construction and infrastructure sectors.

Tanya’s strategic and commercial skills have enabled her to manage through and deliver success in changing economic circumstances and she has a strong understanding of both domestic and global business issues. In addition, Tanya has deep experience in risk, audit & assurance, and business management having advised boards and executives across a range of industries over three decades.

As Chief Risk Officer for KPMG Australia and a member of the KPMG Australia
Executive Committee, Tanya had significant regional and global leadership responsibilities. Since 2016, she provided strong leadership in these roles, helping to steer the firm through a period of remarkable growth and transformation.

Achievements included spearheading technological transformation, managing a
range of emerging issues, initiating critical firm-wide responses, including COVID-19 response, managing engagement with regulators, and participating in parliamentary inquiries. Under Tanya’s leadership, KPMG Australia expanded its business portfolio, embraced technological advancements such as AI to enhance service delivery, and navigated a period of significant economic, regulatory, and social change.

In addition to her executive experience, Tanya is well credentialled in the
non-executive director world. She holds a Bachelor of Economics from the University of Sydney and is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia and New Zealand. She is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and a member of Chief Executive Women. Tanya is currently a NED and Chair of Audit & Risk Committee of the Starlight Children's Foundation.

Tanya immigrated to Australia from Moldova at the age of 15 with no knowledge
of English, an experience that helped her build resilience, determination and an acute appreciation of the opportunities afforded to her.

Sarah Hofman GAICD

Sarah transitioned from her executive career to become a NED in early 2024. In March 2024, she was appointed as Chair of ARCC, Orora Limited Group, an ASX Industrials 150 company. 

Prior to becoming a NED, Sarah spent 8 years as an Assurance Partner at PricewaterhouseCoopers. Before joining PwC, Sarah spent over 20 years in investment banking largely at the Royal Bank of Scotland, she held domestic and regional roles and was on the Australian senior leadership team specialising in complex global structured finance, advising issuers and investors in the USA, Europe, Australia & Asia.

During her executive career Sarah advised both listed and unlisted companies on practical and tailored solutions covering capital management and raisings, M&A due diligence, risk management, risk culture, accountability, and governance.

Sarah was the Chair of the peak industry body for capital markets in Australia, the Australian Securitisation Forum.

She is a Chartered Accountant, has a Bachelor of Economics from Sydney University and a Master of Economics from Macquarie University. She also recently completed the Business Sustainability Course at the University of Cambridge's Institute for Sustainability Leadership.

Rachel Johnson-Kelly GAICD

Rachel Johnson-Kelly has over 25 years of executive experience across the Technology, Finance and Infrastructure sectors helping businesses transform and create new pathways for growth. Her most recent role was leadership of a multi $Bn telecommunications asset portfolio at Telstra InfraCo transforming asset operations to deliver world-class customer services, reducing Telstra’s carbon emissions, and driving new growth to provide options for future capital investment in the portfolio.

Before Telstra, Rachel held IT and Finance leadership roles as CIO, then CFO at the Australian Securities & Investments Commission, and at IBM managed several large IT outsourcing contracts for Australia’s largest companies.  

As a passionate champion for diversity, Rachel was a member of Telstra’s Diversity and Inclusion Council, is a mentor for Mentor Walks, and is regularly a State Judge for Telstra’s Business Awards, having been a State Finalist herself.

Rachel earned an MBA from Warwick Business School, holds a Bachelor of Economics from Macquarie University and recently completed the Mergers and Acquisitions qualification from Wharton Business School.

Currently holding board appointments with Australian Associated Press, Little Blue Dinosaur Foundation and Carers NSW, Rachel is currently focusing on her next corporate challenge as well as continuing her passion for mentoring as an Independent Director.

Gillian Larkins GAICD

Gillian is an accomplished financial leader and experienced board director with over 30 years’ experience in executive and governance roles across financial services, arts, education, and superannuation. She currently serves as a Non-Executive Director and Chair of the Audit & Risk Committee at Bennelong Funds Management.

Throughout her career, Gillian has held senior positions, including Chief Financial Officer roles at the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX), Perpetual, Westpac Institutional Bank and Citi (Aus & NZ). Her expertise spans financial and strategic oversight, governance, risk management, business transformation/integration, and sustainability, having led ASX’s Sustainability Committee to implement climate change and TCFD reporting frameworks.

A lifelong learner, Gillian recently completed a Graduate Certificate in Artificial Intelligence for Business, equipping her with advanced insights into leveraging AI for strategic decision-making and innovation.

In addition to her corporate achievements, Gillian has served on boards in superannuation, education, and the arts. She is a Fellow of Chartered Accountants ANZ and a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. Beyond her professional roles, she is passionate about mentoring young executives, fostering leadership growth, and contributing to community initiatives.

Helen Lea GAICD

Helen is an experienced executive, non-executive director and advisory board member, passionate about seeing organisations (and the people within them) succeed. Her current portfolio includes independent non-executive director roles and Nomination and Remuneration Committee Chair at MiQ Private Wealth and ReadyTech.

Previously, Helen was the Chief Employee Experience Officer at MYOB and Government Policy Lead, responsible for a diverse portfolio of functions including People, Digital, Workplace, Corporate Affairs and Government Relations. She led efforts towards the digital productivity uplift of the SME sector via her contribution to the Victorian Advisory Council of the Australian Industry Group and the Digital Boost Alliance in New Zealand.

Helen has been a Non-Executive Director of ASX listed Fintech Butn and of ITA Co (Independent Telecommunications Adjudicator), and Advisory Board member of FlareHR. Helen has worked in significant Australian and multi-national corporations including Telstra, Seven Group Holdings, UGL and British American Tobacco.  She has experience with transformation, stakeholder engagement, culture and performance, remuneration committees and digital risk in both listed and private equity contexts. 

Helen is a graduate and member of the AICD, a Fellow of the Australian Human Resources Institute and a registered organisational psychologist.

Pip Marlow GAICD

Pip Marlow is a globally recognized leader in technology and innovation with a career spanning significant roles across diverse industries. Most recently, as CEO for ANZ and ASEAN at Salesforce, she led the organisation through substantial growth, fostering a values-driven leadership culture, team diversity, and customer success. Under her leadership, Salesforce Australia and Singapore consistently ranked among the Top 5 Best Places to Work.

Previously, Pip served as Chief Executive Officer Customer Marketplace at Suncorp, where she drove digital transformation across banking and insurance. Her 20-year tenure at Microsoft included leadership roles in Australia and the USA, where she guided the Australian business through its transition to the cloud, established local data centers, and launched Microsoft’s first retail footprint outside the US.

Pip is a non-executive director of Rugby Australia and the Rugby World Cup, a member of Chief Executive Women (CEW), and an Executive Ally for Pride Diversity. She has served on the UTS Industry Advisory Board and co-chaired the Australian New Zealand Leadership Forum.

Awarded an AFR Women of Influence and LinkedIn Top CEO Influencer honors, Pip is also a board member of CarGroup and advises Bank of America Merrill Lynch. She resides in Sydney with her family.

Sally Martin GAICD

Sally Martin is a former senior executive who held various leadership roles at Shell between 1987 and 2021. She has extensive operational and business experience in complex industrial environments including refining and trading. Sally has deep working knowledge of stimulating and leading transformational change, and strong ESG credentials, including in energy transition strategy development as Vice President Health, Safety, Security, Environment & Social Performance when at Shell.

Sally is the Senior Independent Non-Executive Director of Porvair Plc. (LON: PRV), a specialist filtration and environmental technology company listed on the London Stock Exchange. She leads Porvair’s employee engagement processes, chairs the Group’s Remuneration Committee and is a member of the Audit and Nominations Committees. She is a Board Member of Sandfire Resources (ASX: SFR), a copper mining company registered in Western Australia, where she sits on the People & Performance, Risk & Sustainability and Nominations Committees. She is also on the Board of Beach Energy (ASX: BPT), where she is a member of the Remuneration & Nomination and Technical Committees.

She holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree from University College, Cork in Ireland, and is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

Susan Massasso GAICD

Susan is a non-executive director and senior advisor with a strong track record in scale-up growth and business transformation, strategy development and international market development. In addition, Susan has contemporary customer, brand and multi-channel retail experience including executing within digital ecosystems and marketplaces.

Susan has extensive experience working with diverse management teams and boards (including founders) across both established and early-stage high growth companies, in public (ASX, NZX) and private companies. Susan currently is a Non-Executive Director for CAR Group Ltd (formerly carsales.com Ltd, ASX:CAR), TPG Capital-owned MADE Group, Strategy Advisor for SunRice Group (ASX:SGL) and Senior Advisor for TPG Capital (US-based Nasdaq listed PE firm).

Key executive achievements included being the Chief Growth and Brand Officer for The a2 Milk Company (ASX:A2M) from 2013 to 2020. Susan was an integral member of a lean leadership team transforming A2M from a ~NZ$62MM innovative challenger (FY13) into a ~NZ$1.7BN ASX100 global nutritional business (FY20). Susan’s 25+ year executive career also included long term roles at Arnott’s Group, Unilever and PwC.

Susan is a wife and mother to 3 spirited teenage boys and a super happy dog Harper.

Nicole Noye GAICD

Nicole is a highly accomplished Chief Executive Officer and non-executive director with over 25 years of experience at the C-suite and board level. She has worked across various industries in business-to-consumer (B2C) sectors and multi-site operations, including retail, hospitality, leisure, entertainment, fitness, professional services, car-sharing, franchising, and executive coaching.

Nicole’s board experience includes serving as a Non-Executive Director and committee member for Crown Sydney, Non-Executive Director for GoGet, and board and committee member for Collective Wellness Group. She was Chair of the Compono Executive Leadership program and a board member for several industry associations.

Nicole has held CEO roles at Collective Wellness Group (Master franchisee for Anytime Fitness), The Ardent Bowling & Entertainment Division, BrasNThings, Diva, and was General Manager for Angus & Coote and Goldmark.

Dr Lisa O’Brien AM GAICD

Dr O’Brien is an experienced health professional, NED and Chair. She is a former CEO with 30 years’ leadership experience across the health, education, technology, community, and biotechnology sectors. Lisa brings experience in large scale health service delivery and planning as well as in technology and biomedical startups. 

Dr O’Brien has recently stepped down after nine years as a NED and clinical governance committee chair for Bupa ANZ. She is currently Chair of the Australian Education Research Organisation, a Commonwealth/State funded government agency focused on achieving excellence and equity in educational outcomes for Australian children through effective use of evidence. She is a Council member and Pro Chancellor of the University of Technology Sydney. In 2023, Lisa was Chair of the Expert Panel appointed by Education Ministers to report on reforms to be embedded in the 2025 National School Funding Agreement. 

Prior to her NED career she was Chief Executive Officer of The Smith Family for 10 years, and responsible for driving organisational transformation including significant revenue and services growth, greater brand recognition, and a strong performance culture.   

Lisa is a registered medical practitioner and a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Medical Administrators. She also holds a Master of Business Administration, a Master of Human Resource Management and Coaching, is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and a member of Chief Executive Women.

Karen Orvad GAICD

Karen is a professional non-executive director, board chair and experienced Audit and Risk Committee Chair. She has a portfolio of board positions across the human services and living sectors including property, housing, aged care, education and disability. She is currently the Chair of the Board of St George Community Housing (SGCH), a Non-Executive Director of Bolton Clarke and a Non-Executive Director of Autism Spectrum Australia (ASPECT). Karen is an independent member of a number of NSW Government Audit and Risk Committees including NSW Treasury and EnergyCo.

As a former KPMG Partner she brings over 25 years’ experience advising on and transforming board governance, culture, risk and audit programs with ASX listed and global companies. She brings a rare and unique insight into both the cultural and structural elements needed for transformation and governance. Karen’s executive experience was gained within ASX listed financial services and aviation organisations. Karen is a Chartered Accountant (CA ANZ), holds an MBA (Exec) AGSM, and is a graduate member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD).

Dr Christine Yates GAICD

Christine is an experienced company CEO and executive transitioning to a career as a non-executive director. She has 35 years of executive experience in banking, insurances, investments, debt markets and wealth management and over a decade of board and governance experience in the financial services, education and NFP sectors. She is currently a Non-Executive Director of FINSIA.

Prior to commencing her non-executive career, Chris was a financial services executive leading large, regulated businesses; most recently at Australian Unity as CEO Retail (2020-2024), with executive accountabilities for the Private Health fund and Australian Unity Bank. Chris’ career has always anchored on roles with P&L accountability. She is a strategic leader, adept at leading large teams through complex changes. She has deep commercial experience in highly complex regulated environments and is a firm believer in the criticality of driving performance through culture and connectivity with changing customer and market conditions.  

Chris holds a Doctor Business Administration in Transformational Leadership, a Master Human Resource Management, and a Bachelor Economics (Accounting/Economics; Syd). She is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, a Chartered Accountant (CA ANZ), a Senior Fellow of the Financial Services Institute of Australasia, and a member of Chief Executive Women.  

Dr Lisa Caffery GAICD

Dr Lisa Caffery is a respected non-executive director and businesswoman with governance experience across a range of large, geographically dispersed organisations. Based in Central Queensland, she brings a unique cross-sector perspective spanning the water, infrastructure, resources, and health sectors.

Lisa currently serves as the Board Chair of Sunwater Ltd overseeing the management of regional Queensland’s bulk water assets and long-term, large-scale infrastructure projects.  She also serves as a board member of Dam Safety NSW, the independent regulator responsible for ensuring the safety of dams across New South Wales.

Additionally, she has held non-executive director and committee roles at Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service, Central Highlands Community Services Ltd, Outback Exploratorium, and CQShines Hospital Foundation.

In her executive capacity, Lisa is the founder and managing director of Caffery Group Pty Ltd, with 15 years of experience advancing sustainability in rural and regional Australia through ESG. Her expertise in balancing strategic challenges with transformative opportunities is well established.

Lisa holds a PhD from Central Queensland University, completed the University of Cambridge's Sustainability Leadership program, and graduated from the Australian Institute of Company Directors course. She also has research interests in rural communities, social impact, health, and STEM education.

Jane Crombie GAICD

Jane is a non-executive director and ex-investment executive with 20 years’ experience leading portfolio construction, investment due diligence and risk management for superannuation and commercial clients, large membership organisations and for-purpose entities. She is Lead Independent Director and Audit, Risk and Compliance Committee Chair at Cromwell Funds Management, subsidiary of ASX200 Cromwell Property Group.

As Advisory Board Chair at Queensland University of Technology’s Graduate School of Business, she leads a global group of alumni tasked with providing strategic direction for the highly-ranked MBA and micro-credential programs. Other current and previous governance experience includes board and committee roles at Australian Unity, AMA Qld, Anglican Schools Commission, HLB Mann Judd, RSL Qld and Qld’s largest foundation, the Board of Benevolence. Jane is an elected member of the AICD Qld Division Council and an experienced member and chair of audit, risk and investment committees.

As a senior advisor at a national governance consultancy, Jane provides advice on board performance, investment governance and board oversight of culture to boards across all sectors, including APRA-regulated entities. She is a graduate member of the AICD, Fellow of the GIA and has a recent MBA in Strategy and Leadership. She contributes as a guest lecturer within the QUT MBA program.

Dr Sarah Pearson GAICD

Dr Sarah Pearson enjoys an eclectic portfolio of investment roles (national investment on the Foreign Investment Review Board, Venture Capital at Main Sequence Ventures, advisory at Impact Investment Exchange Asia), board Director roles (RFDS QLD & RFDS Foundation, RACQ), and is the incoming Chancellor at the University of New England.

She has global executive leadership experience spanning FTSE 100 multinationals, international C-suite roles in the public and private sector, CEO positions, scientific research, startups and investment. She is a scientist and innovator and was privileged to represent Australia as DFAT’s Chief Scientist & Chief Innovation Officer, as well as Australia's Innovation Champion in the MIKTA group. She is driven by the opportunity for impact, for making the world a better place for everyone, whilst helping Australia benefit from applying exciting breakthroughs in science & technology.

She holds a PhD in Particle Physics from Oxford, is the author on eight international patents and is a Fellow of the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering. She is also a proud mother and grandmother, enjoying watching her family make a difference in the world.

Robyn Petrou GAICD

Robyn Petrou is a business leader and governance professional with over 15 years of Board experience across various sectors. Her expertise encompasses strategic leadership, financial and investment governance, risk management, and digital transformation, with a foundation in financial services.

Currently, she is the Independent Chair for the Australian Medical Association’s Finance and Investment Committee and a Non-Executive Director at ART Life and the Queensland Building and Construction Commission. Robyn is renowned for her ability in driving strategic initiatives, managing complex stakeholder relationships, and fostering collaborative board environments. Her leadership roles include Deputy Chair of the Digital Advisory Committee and Chair of the Insurance and Finance, Audit and Risk Committees at QBCC.

Her executive career highlights include serving as CEO of Energy Super, where she led large-scale transformation projects, mergers, and innovative strategies that delivered sustainable growth. Additionally, as Managing Director of Dynamic Advisory Partners, she provides advisory services with a focus on governance, leadership, strategy, and risk.

Robyn’s qualifications include CPA, FGIA, and GAICD accreditations, alongside education from the London Business School and Melbourne Business School. She is a certified Chair through the Advisory Board Centre, member of Chief Executive Women and a Life Member of the Fund Executives Association Limited.

Gorana Saula GAICD

Gorana Saula is an accomplished chair and non-executive director with over 25 years of international experience spanning defence, telecommunications, electrical engineering, and advanced manufacturing. She brings deep technical expertise, a proven global track record, and a reputation for resilience and adaptability.

Gorana’s career encompasses directorial, advisory, and executive leadership roles, including serving as CEO. She has driven innovation in R&D, engineering, and the commercialisation of high-tech products, while also spearheading the establishment of international markets, sales channels, and offshore manufacturing. Her engineering background enables her to navigate complex technological challenges and craft strategic solutions for high-growth industries.

Having lived and worked across multiple countries, Gorana possesses a global mindset and cultural sensitivity. This experience underpins her ability to deliver commercial value in diverse, multinational markets. Her resilience is shaped by a unique journey that has demanded adaptability in navigating industry shifts and organisational transformations.

Currently, Gorana serves as chair of two private companies in the manufacturing and technology sectors, as well as Chair of a CEO Institute syndicate, fostering peer collaboration and strategic problem-solving among senior leaders. She holds an Executive MBA, a Master in Electronic Engineering, and certification as an Advisory Board Chair, adding a dynamic and insightful perspective to the organisations she supports.

Dr Jackie Fairley GAICD

Dr Jackie Fairley has more than 30 years of operational experience in the pharmaceutical and animal health industries working in senior management roles with ASX-listed companies including CSL, FH Faulding (now Pfizer) and Starpharma, where she has served as longstanding CEO and Managing Director between 2006 and 2024. Under her leadership, ASX listed Starpharma successfully developed a deep portfolio of oncology assets, commercial partnerships with global companies including AstraZeneca, Merck, Genentech and Lilly, and achieved marketing approvals in more than 50 countries for three novel healthcare products.

Jackie was also instrumental in the strategic shift to develop Starpharma’s DEP drug delivery platform which led to significant commercial deals with global companies and value creation. Jackie led multiple international commercial negotiations and oversaw the successful sale of Starpharma’s Agrochemical technology to Agrium Inc. for $35M. Jackie also raised more than A$120 million in equity, attracting long-term investments from major global funds including Fidelity, M&G and Allianz.

Jackie is also an experienced Director having held roles in ASX listed and NFP organisations over more than 20 years. She is currently a non-executive director and member of the Audit and Investment committees of Mirrabooka Investments Limited (ASX:MIR) as well as a non-executive director of Calvary Healthcare and the Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute.

Marina Joanou GAICD

Marina has over 25 years’ experience in the retail industry with the majority of her corporate career at Wesfarmers, where she was most recently the Managing Director of Target Australia.

Prior to that, Marina held the positions of Chief Financial Officer of Wesfarmers Department Stores Division, Chief Financial Officer of Kmart and Chair of Kmart Tyre and Auto. Her career commenced in Sydney when she stepped into KPMG as a graduate and then held the role of Finance Manager and then Manager Group Development at Mayne Group, followed by the Financial Controller role at Coles Supermarkets.

Transitioning from her Executive career, Marina was appointed as a Non-Executive Director of Guzman y Gomez (Holdings) Ltd in February 2023 where she is also Chair of the Audit and Risk Committee and a member of the Property Committee.

Marina holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting and Finance) from the University of New South Wales, is a member of Chartered Accountants ANZ and a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

Anna Leibel GAICD

Anna is an accomplished Company Director and former C-suite executive with 30 years of experience across regulated, asset-intensive sectors including financial services, telecommunications, technology, infrastructure, and healthcare. Her expertise has driven improved service delivery, oversight of complex digital assets, and growth through digital transformation.

Anna is a Non-Executive Director of AMP Limited (ASX:AMP), AMP Bank Limited, and Secure Electronic Registries Victoria (an Aware Super digital infrastructure investment). She chairs the Remuneration and Performance Committee at SERV, contributing to fair and effective executive accountability.

Anna’s executive career includes leading operations, technology, and the ePMO for $140 billion superannuation fund, UniSuper, and driving transformation as a senior executive with Telstra (ASX:TLS).

A Master of Laws (Distinction) graduate, she combines contemporary legal expertise with deep proficiency in risk oversight, technology, and transformational leadership. She is adept at navigating evolving regulatory landscapes, anticipating emerging risks, and championing stakeholder equity. Co-author of The Secure Board, Anna demystifies cybersecurity risk governance for directors. A 2019 Top 50 CIO, Chief Executive Women member and lifelong learner, Anna is passionate about contributing to the success and sustainable growth of the organisations she serves.

Carmel Mulhern GAICD

Carmel is a seasoned executive with more than 25 years’ experience as a senior executive and trusted advisor to Boards and CEOs within the financial services, superannuation, telecommunications, media, technology and manufacturing industries.

Most recently, Carmel served as Group General Counsel and Group Executive Governance at the Commonwealth Bank of Australia, driving the fair and efficient resolution of CBA’s legal matters, rebuilding of stakeholder trust and effective corporate governance in strategy execution.

Prior to joining CBA, Carmel held several senior roles at Telstra including Group General Counsel and Group Executive Corporate Affairs leading legal, government relations, internal and external communications, regulatory engagement and sustainability through strategic transformation and digital disruption.

Carmel is currently an independent non-executive director of the PwC Governance Board and Chair of its Risk Cttee, director of the Telstra Foundation, trustee of the Australian Cancer Research Foundation, deputy chair of Methodist Ladies’ College and member of the Advisory Board of the Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Digital Ethics at Melbourne University. 

Carmel was inaugural chair of the Association of Corporate Counsel GC100, is a member of Chief Executive Women, graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and Fellow of the Governance Institute of Australia.

Caroline Chan GAICD

Caroline Chan is an accomplished senior executive and Non-Executive Director with a proven track record in governance, strategy, and transformative growth. She is currently Non-Executive Director of ASX200 company Stanmore Resources, chairing the Sustainability Committee and contributing to the Audit & Risk Committee, steering the organisation through significant expansion and enhanced ESG performance.

Caroline has served on the Boards of the Australia-ASEAN Council, an advisory Board to the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, and Loreto Nedlands, including Chairing its Finance Committee.

With over 20 years of executive leadership in the financial services sector, Caroline most recently served as Head of Institutional Bank for WA & SA at Westpac Banking Corporation, overseeing strategic growth and key client relationships. Previously, she was Chief Operating Officer of Corporate & Institutional Banking at Westpac in Sydney, driving operational excellence and strategic transformation. Caroline also gained extensive M&A expertise at Deutsche Bank and NM Rothschild and held commercial leadership roles at Singtel Optus and Perth Airport.

Recognised as a WA Business News 40 Under 40 award recipient, Caroline is a passionate advocate for diversity, inclusion, and sustainable business practices. She holds dual Bachelor’s degrees in Laws and Commerce (Accounting & Finance) from the University of Western Australia, a Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Finance & Investment, and is a Member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

Fiona Hick GAICD

Fiona has extensive executive and corporate experience in the energy and resources sectors. Her last role was Chief Executive Officer of Fortescue Metals Group (FMG) and prior to that she spent over twenty years with Woodside Energy where she held a range of senior positions across strategy, governance, engineering, health and safety and environmental management before being appointed as Woodside’s Executive Vice President Operations in 2019. Prior to Woodside Energy, Fiona spent 5 years in site-based technical and operational roles with Rio Tinto (then CRA/RTZ).

Fiona’s career has been characterised by a focus on people, results and continuous improvement, strength in navigating complexity and ambiguity, strong communication skills and positively influencing outcomes through relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Fiona has experience on several boards and committees for public companies and not-for-profits, including being President and Chair of the Western Australian Chamber of Minerals and Energy from 2021-2023 and a board member of CO2CRC from 2018-2022.

Fiona is currently a Non-Executive Director of Incitec Pivot, Evolution Mining and Infrastructure WA.  She is also a member of the Strategic Resources Committee for University of Western Australia. She holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree with honours in Materials Engineering, a Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Energy and Carbon Studies, is a member of Chief Executive Women and a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

Jules Scarlett GAICD

Jules is an experienced senior national executive, non-executive director and chair with over 30 years in executive, board and legal roles.

As an ASX20 executive, her experience includes leadership of Telstra's Wholesale Telecommunications Infrastructure Business supplying telco infrastructure to other carriers in a highly regulated market. More recently, as Telstra's Chief Sustainability Officer, Jules was responsible for setting strategy and targets on environment action. She also had accountability for a very broad range of sustainability considerations from modern slavery to ethical considerations of AI.

In her executive roles Jules has also been at the forefront of leading significant transformation - strategy formulation, setting the ambition and ensuring successful execution through rigorous program management. Jules was recently appointed as a Director of TasPorts, a State Owned Corporation responsible for the infrastructure and operation of over 10 Ports and the Devonport Airport.

Jules is also the Chair of Tasmania Legal Aid. She brings to that role the benefit of her own legal practitioner experience, having completed a BA LLB (Hons) and subsequently working in both law firm and in-house legal roles. That legal experience complements subsequent roles focused on governance and risk management. She served for nine years on the board and the Audit & Risk Committee of the Telecommunications Industry Ombudsman.

Jules is a proud Tasmanian. She loves cold water swimming and is an independent director on the national board of Surf Life Saving Australia.

Roseanne Healy GAICD

Roseanne is an accomplished professional non-executive director with over 30 years of leadership experience in legal, risk, finance, and corporate governance. Commencing her career in investment banking at JB Were, Roseanne has held senior roles as CEO, executive, and advisor in both public and private sector organisations, as well as private equity-backed businesses. Her diverse industry expertise spans infrastructure, banking, resources, agriculture, and technology.

A strategic thinker with a proven track record of success, Roseanne thrives in complex and challenging environments. She has extensive experience working across highly regulated corporations, multi-national businesses, and startups, advising on M&A, JV and divestments

A former non-executive on several resources, exploration, asset, and funds management companies including Marmota Energy Ltd (ASX-MEU), Great Artesian Oil and Gas Ltd (ASX-GOG) and Tidewater Funds Management Ltd.

Currently, Roseanne serves as the Managing Director of Enterprise Corporation, a boutique corporate advisory and private equity firm. She is also an accomplished chair and non-executive director of listed, private, and statutory corporations. In her current roles, Roseanne chairs the boards of several large private companies, including Money Management Group with a SasS asset portfolio in Australia and the UK. She also serves as a non-executive director on the Murray Darling Basin Corporation and Mayfield Childcare Ltd (ASX-MFD).

Roseanne holds a comprehensive academic background, with degrees in laws, arts, and economics from the University of Adelaide, as well as a Master of Business Administration and Master of Research (Commerce) from the same institution.

Rosina Hislop GAICD

Rosina is an accomplished board director with a background in finance, mergers and acquisitions and audit and risk. She brings strong commercial acumen with a focus on highly regulated industries such as insurance, retirement living, healthcare, property and aged care. During her international executive career as a partner at Ernst & Young (EY), Rosina also worked with large, listed clients in travel, hospitality, leisure and consumer goods sectors.

Rosina’s current board roles are Chair, ECH (a retirement living and home care business), non-executive director at Jones Radiology (healthcare, medical imaging and technology) and non-executive director, Super SA (superannuation and insurance).

A skilled facilitator, Rosina is recognised for steering organisations through transformative phases. She is known for fostering relationships with key stakeholders, being highly tuned to finding common ground in complex stakeholder dynamics including joint ventures, private public partnerships and other stakeholder groups to deliver outcomes that create value for all parties.