BMgt, MBA

As a local Andrew appreciates and supports the community sector and has been involved in sporting and community groups most of his life. Andrew has over 30 years management experience with 16 of these in the NFP sector. Andrew has worked at are-able in a number of positions for the past 11-years and is currently the Chief Operating Officer.

Mick has 30 years’ experience in the Not-for-profit (NFP) sector as CEO of WDEA and is a passionate supporter of the NFP sector and community organisations. Mick had previous career spanning 21 years in the Australian Navy serving in the submarine arm.  Mick is the former Chair and Board member of the Warrnambool Greyhound Racing Club, Deputy Chair of the Warrnambool and District Community Hospice and is a member of the Allansford Community Farm.

Jodie Hill is Chief Executive Officer of Women’s Health and Wellbeing, Barwon South West, a proudly feminist, women centred, not for profit organisation. She commenced her role in 2023, and with the team, is committed to primary prevention and health promotion that improves the lives of women and girls across this region.

Before working with WHWBSW Jodie spent 12 years in executive leadership roles in the higher education sector and continues to be a proponent for education, lifelong learning and ongoing skill building, particularly for women and people in regional/rural settings. Progressing equity, safety and wellbeing in regional settings is a passion. Jodie feels that collaboration and community are powerful mechanisms for positive change.

BCom GAICD AASCPA

Andrew brings 40 years’ experience in the health sector with over 25 years of that time filling Executive Director roles.  Most recently Andrew was Chief Operating Officer at South West Healthcare which included Executive responsibility for Financial and Corporate Services Management and an organisational operational management responsibility. Andrew has worked in number of hospitals across regional Victoria and is committed to improving services in regional communities.

LL.B, B.A (Criminology Major) GDLP

Liana grew up locally completing her Secondary and Tertiary studies in Warrnambool.  Liana was admitted to practise as an Australian Lawyer in December 2017 and has extensive experience in all areas of Commercial, Corporate and Property Law. Liana has worked as a Lawyer at Taits Legal since May 2017 until she became a Partner of the firm in July 2024.

Liana dedicates a lot of her extra time to giving back to the community including serving on several local philanthropic boards and foundations and spends time mentoring school students who are interested in pursuing a rewarding career in law.

M.S.Ed., BAC

Kane was born in Warrnambool and has been raising his family here for the last 12 years. With several years as the local business owner of Open2View, managing all aspects of running a successful profitable business Kane also has five years’ experience as a board member in the Not-for-profit sector with Western District Food Share. He spent 10 years in the Education sector holding various classroom teaching and leading teaching roles, experience on a variety of School Councils including holding the position of Principal which provided him with governance, policy, finance and managing teams’ experience. Kane enjoys helping others getting to where they want to go.

MBA, Adv. Dip Management, GAICD, GIA (Affil.)

Alison has seven years’ experience in board governance, compliance, and policy development in a range of sectors including utilities and in a not-for-profit setting. As a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, she uses her insights in director duties to support and guide Boards in delivering on organisational strategic and risk requirements. Alison has undertaken a variety of volunteer roles in policy and governance development within special interest groups relating to professional women’s associations, and utility special interests.

BCom, CA

With strong personal ties to South West Victoria, Sarah is dedicated to contributing her professional skills to support community wellbeing. As a Senior Business Partner & Accountant with seven years’ experience, she works closely with senior leaders on financial performance, budgeting and strategic support. Sarah brings strong capability in budgeting, compliance, and financial controls to the Western District Food Share board.

Jarrod is a media and communications professional with over 15 years’ experience working in local media, state politics and local government. Born and raised in the south-west Jarrod is passionate about seeing the region grow and prosper while ensuring no one is left behind. Jarrod has previously volunteered at the Western District Food Share Warehouse and is a graduate of the Leadership Great South Coast Community Leadership Program, which has inspired him to become more involved with local groups and organisations.