David’s experience in the not-for-profit sector spans senior management positions across homelessness, aged care, families and youth, in both regional and metropolitan regions. David joined Carers SA in March 2014 as Executive Manager Community Services and was appointed as CEO in April 2017. David has a Bachelor of Applied Science in Recreation, Planning and Management and is currently completing a Master in Business Administration.

Jo is a Chartered Accountant and joined Carers SA in 2015. She previously worked as an auditor in Big 4 firms and as a Financial Controller for a large corporate company. She has a strong passion for the not for profit sector and brings a wealth of finance, risk, Human Resources, IT, operational and administration knowledge to the organisation.

Amy joined Carers SA in 2013 as a Program Manager and now oversees the carer services team across the organisation. Amy has over eight years of experience in the not for profit community service sector, and holds qualifications in psychology and business administration. Amy is driven by her passion for social justice and equal opportunity, and enjoys coming up with innovative solutions to address complex social issues.

Anthony joined Carers SA in March 2017. An experienced executive manager with more than 15 years in the not for profit sector, he specialises in change management, business development and operational and strategic planning. He has a passion for developing high performing teams, ensuring quality services meet user needs. Anthony has a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts in Planning.

Sue joined Carers SA in 2001 after working in the not for profit sector for nine years. She has an Associate Diploma in HR and WHS as well as a solid background in Financial Management. Human Resource Management is the focus of Sue’s work along with her other portfolios of IT, Premises and Vehicle Fleet Management.

Lyn is a past and current carer and has been an Ambassador of Carers SA since 2007. She has represented Carers SA on numerous Mental Health Reference Groups and is a ministerial appointee to the Transforming Health Consumer and Community Engagement Committee. Lyn was appointed to the Board in 2010, became Vice President in 2012 and has acted as our President since 2013.

Susan is a Certified Practicing Accountant, member of the Institute of Internal Auditors and Governance Risk and Compliance Institute and is a qualified stockbroker. She is currently Head of Compliance and Operations at Taylor Collision having previously worked as an Audit Director at a second tier accounting firm and began her career at the Auditors Generals. Susan has served on a number of not for profit boards and was appointed to the Carers SA board in June 2017.

Jenny Davies is a former university lecturer with qualifications in social work, urban and regional planning. Jenny was elected to the board in November 2014 and appointed as Vice President in 2015.

Phil has over 30 years experience in disability service provision and management having worked in Government and non-Government organisations aiming to enhance the lives of people living with a disability and their families. He holds a Bachelor of Social Work, Graduate Diploma Public Sector Management and is a FACID (Fellow, Australian Institute of Company Directors). He was appointed to the Board in February 2014.

Lynne is an Executive Manager with Westpac Banking Corporation and has a background in financial services with over 20 years experience in strategic and operational leadership roles. Lynne currently cares for her elderly mother who is recovering following a stroke. She holds Diploma in Business Management; Certificate in Counselling and is an AICD (Australian Institute of Company Directors) Graduate. Lynne was appointed to the Board in November 2014.

Jan has a nursing background, moving from a general nursing to senior management positions supporting the disability and aged care sectors, prior to her retirement in 1999. She has also spent much of her life caring for various members of her family suffering from illnesses and disabilities, and in 2010 received the Joy Noble Medal for Outstanding Volunteer Service. Jan was appointed to the Board in July 2014 and has acted as Carers SA’s nominee on Carers Australia Board since November 2014.

Virginia is a Chartered Accountant and has extensive financial, business administration, governance and risk experience. She is an AICD (Australian Institute of Company Directors) Graduate and an Associate of the Governance Institute of Australia. Virginia was appointed to the Board in November 2015.

Dani has over ten years of human resources, recruitment and senior account management experience within large national and global organisations. She is one of two founding Directors of Harrison McMillan an Adelaide based recruitment firm and has been a finalist in the Telstra Business Women’s Awards. Dani holds a Masters of Business Administration (MBA), Certificate IV in Front Line Management and a Bachelor of Science. She was appointed to the Board in April 2017.