Our Board members bring a diverse range of skills and experience in business, government and the community sector.
They are incredibly passionate about the Centre and its work in supporting and connecting the local community.
MBBS, MHA
Joined 2014
Chris has worked in the health and community services sector for over 40 years, with roles in research, hospital and community services management and policy development.
He has been an advisor to governments, multilateral agencies and service providers in the public and private sectors in Australia, the Pacific, Asia, Africa and Europe.
Chris is an active contributor to the design and implementation of innovative local community development projects.
BEd, MA (Hons), MBA, GAICD
Joined 2019
Ginie is an experienced executive and non-executive director in the fields of education and services to children and families.
She is passionate about community development, inclusion and sustainability of not-for-profit organisations.
Ginie is also the chair of Act for Peace, an ecumenical international aid and development organisation.
Ginie grew up in Cremorne and has previously lived in Crows Nest. She now enjoys her retirement with her husband in Manly, swimming almost daily, dabbling in watercolour paints and keeping in touch with her elderly parents.
BCom, MBA, CA, GAICD, CRISC
Joined 2021
Mowen is a senior risk management, internal audit and governance leader, driven by helping organisations create value through better decision making.
He has experience working across multinational, ASX 50, professional services and public sector organisations across Australia and in Europe. Mowen has previously held independent member appointments on finance, risk and audit committees within the not-for-profit and local government sectors.
Mowen is passionate about mentoring and participates in a several alumni mentoring programs connected with his university and high school.
BSc, MBA, MScCoachPsych, GradCertSocImp
Joined 2021
Janice has over 25 years management and executive experience in the IT industry.
Her expertise spans sales and marketing, strategic planning, governance, multicultural management and organisation development.
Janice is also the volunteer founder and facilitator of the Employability Program for Skilled Migrants, which has been running on the Lower North Shore since 2013.
BTh (Hons)
Joined 2018
With a background in local church ministry, theological education, and international aid and development, Josh came to Crows Nest in 2015 as a local church Pastor where he works closely with the community.
Josh has experience in eLearning development and partnership brokering, and a passion for systems thinking, strategic planning and organisational change through the unconventional lens of permaculture.