Over a 40 year career, David has been an effective leader in government, not-for-profit and philanthropy organisations, most recently as the Foundation Manager at the Vincent Fairfax Family Foundation. In this role he managed a grant making team responsible for a diverse $10M annual grants program.

David’s professional background is the government sector, including leadership roles in Communications and Human Resources at Sydney Water. David holds a Bachelor of Business, Master of Policy Studies and Graduate Certificates in Arts (Environmental Policy) and Business (Philanthropy and Nonprofit
Studies). He is a Graduate Member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

David is also a Director of Foundation for Rural & Regional Renewal (FRRR), Snow Foundation, St Francis Social Services, Slingsby Foundation, and a Patron of Rainbow Giving Australia.

Siobhan brings over 20 years’ experience leading sustainability in Australian businesses, including as Westpac’s first Chief Sustainability Officer and Stockland’s GM Sustainability – responsible for sustainability strategy, and policy and action on climate, nature, human rights, social impact and customer vulnerability. She’s led teams managing corporate foundations, including support for work-integrated social enterprises. 

Siobhan currently advises business and government, with her committee and board roles spanning investment, nature repair, property including housing affordability, and problem gambling. She previously co-chaired the UN Environment Programme’s Banking Board and served on the UN’s Net-Zero Banking Alliance. Siobhan was the AFR’s 2024 Women in Leadership, Financial Services – Banking award winner, a 2023 Chief Executive Women (CEW) Leadership Transition (INSEAD) Scholarship recipient, and a Vincent Fairfax Fellow.

Melissa is a Director at EY in Accounting Compliance and Reporting. She was formerly the Corporate Finance Manager at Brookfield and a Client Manager in Deloittes's not for profit specialist group in NSW. She is a qualified Chartered Accountant with the Institute of Chartered Accountants and has 17+ years’ experience working within audit and advisory in a diverse range of industries with a strong focus on the not-for-profit sector.

Alexandra is a creative business strategist, entrepreneur and advisor, with over 30 years of experience in hyper-competitive industries such as media, fashion and retail. 

Alexandra is best known for founding and scaling luxury fashion luxury enterprise, GINGER + SMART. As Managing Director, Alexandra led the growth and expansion strategy of the brand across multiple channels. This lived entrepreneurial experience has equipped her with highly practical insights and management skills. Both now enrich her work as an executive coach and business advisor. Alexandra is also a board member of the Melbourne Fashion Festival

Author, inspirational speaker, performer, mother, wife and former refugee turned Founder and CEO of the Aminata Maternal Foundation. Aminata was born in Sierra Leone, growing up in Freetown. She is passionate about sharing her experience as a refugee woman, and is an advocate for the rights of women and global action to combat violence against women. She regularly addresses community groups, schools and the media. Aminata is also extremely passionate about fashion, having worked for David Lawrence for almost 10 years as store manager. Aminata’s story has been an intrinsic part of Ros Horin’s critically acclaimed theatre production, The Baulkham Hills African Ladies Troupe and is now told in her biography,Rising Heart,published in 2020.

Jaana has dedicated her career to driving impactful change within the global fashion industry, creating a track record of delivering market advantage through sustainable practices and innovation. Most recently, Jaana was CEO of the Australian Fashion Council, the peak body of the Australian fashion and textile industry and the Chief Sustainability & Sourcing Officer of Global Fashion Group, the parent company of four online retailers, including THE ICONIC in Australia. In this role Jaana was responsible
for delivering the business’ comprehensive sustainability strategy in Ethical Sourcing, Environment and Community across 19 countries.

Janine Collins, Principal of J9 Consulting, draws on 30 years in national and international business development to build investment in creative industries and culture through business partnerships, philanthropy, place making, cultural tourism and commercial activities while building the capacity of non-profit organisations. 

Janine founded 14 vocational training centres and completed international consultancies for AusAid prior to raising 30M+ for the human rights, education and arts sectors. She has provided strategic advice to leading organisations Sydney Dance Company, The Guardian and AIATSIS. Her award winning partnerships have been recognised by Creative Partnerships Australia amongst others.