Epilepsy Action Australia employs around 130 staff members who provide specialist epilepsy services, fundraise and support the organisation’s core functions, as well as dedicated volunteers who give their time and assistance at various levels of the organisation, from administration to governance.
The organisation is committed to attracting skilled and motivated people to Epilepsy Action Australia and developing the skills and capabilities of our people so they can best meet the changing needs of our clients and the community.
We encourage an organisational culture that embodies our shared Values and Code of Professional Conduct, a set of guidelines for the ethical conduct of staff, volunteers and contractors of Epilepsy Action Australia.
Our national standards for volunteer involvement are those determined by Volunteering Australia.
Directors of the Board
David Boehm (since 30 April 2010)
BA, AIAA, FAICD
Chartered Accountant, Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia, member of the Hong Kong Society of Accountants; extensive experience on financing and structuring of public companies, venture capital, international trade and finance, private banking and foreign currencies. (Based in Hong Kong).
Special Responsibilities: Member of the Finance, Audit, Compliance and Risk Committee
David Brennan (since 9 May 2012)
BCom, MCom, MBA(Exec), FCPA, MAICD
David is an accounting and commercial professional and has held senior finance roles within Australia and the United Kingdom. He has built a solid reputation for delivering strategic outcomes, driving cultural change and enhancing organisational effectiveness.
Alf Esteban (since 10 May 2012)
MBA, BSc
An insightful business leader with extensive experience in organisational strategy and change; business unit start-up management; sales management; consulting; and general management in multinational organisations.
Broad experience in senior executive business leadership roles involving mergers and acquisitions, new business expansion and restructuring to deliver sustainable growth and productivity improvements.
Malcolm Freame (since 9 May 2012)
B.Ec, FCA, CISA, MAICD
Malcolm has a comprehensive array of experience providing operational leadership in a variety of settings.
He specifically provides a blend of skills in financial management and information technology and is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia.
Tony Greig (since 8 February 1994)
Television Presenter and commentator; former Captain of the England Cricket Team; long serving ambassador for epilepsy and Epilepsy Action Australia.
Carol Ireland (since 29 June 2009)
Dip Reh. Couns. FAIM, MFIA
An extensive background spanning 30 years in the not-for-profit human services sector including chief operations and other senior management roles.
Special Responsibilities: Chief Executive Officer, Company Secretary,
Member of the Governance Committee
Linda Julian (since 19 August 2004)
MMgt
Management consultant to professional service firms throughout Australasia; internationally recognised expert in strategic management, marketing, and organisational development, faculty member for advanced post-graduate legal practice management course; author of business development text sold in 17 countries; experienced private and ASX-listed company director and Board adviser.
Graham Maloney (since 2 October 2009)
BA, AIAA, FAICD
Over 35 years of experience in senior roles in blue chip financial services organisations. Now CEO of Stratagm which supports individuals through mentoring and coaching, and businesses through consulting and Board roles. Also sits on the Board of Circus Oz, and the Victorian Development Board of The Hunger Project; Fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.
Special Responsibilities: Member of the Finance, Audit, Compliance and Risk Committee
Jan McClelland (since 29 June 2009)
BA (Hons), B. LegS
An experienced senior executive and management consultant; former Director General of the NSW Department of Education & Training and Managing Director of NSW TAFE Commission; Fellow of the Australian Institute of Management and the Australian Council of Educational Leaders; Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and Member of the Institute of Public Administration of Australia.
Special Responsibilities: Chairman of the Board;
Chair of the Governance Committee
Jodi McKay
GAID
Jodi is an experienced executive and communications professional who has managed and worked in media, government and business driving strategy and major projects. She is the Director of Government and Community Affairs for Family Planning NSW. Jodi has worked as a journalist and as a communications director for one of the largest regionally based integrated marketing agencies in Australia. She was involved in establishing the Hunter Medical Research Institute (HMRI) before taking on a cabinet role as NSW Minister for Science and Medical Research, Women, Tourism and the Hunter region. She is also a board member of Australian Science Innovations.
Sue Ronaldson (since 7 September 1998)
DipNEd BSc (Hons) PhD RN FRCNA
Sue is a Senior Lecturer at Sydney Nursing School, The University of Sydney. She has extensive experience in her profession of nursing and has specialised in care of older persons and more recently in chronic care. In her academic life she enjoys roles as teacher, researcher and Master of Nursing graduate entry student advisor.
Special Responsibilities: Member of the Governance Committee
Stephen Warner (since 10 May 2012)
BSc, FAICD
Stephen's business career is of a commercial (marketing/sales) background to MD/CEO level in global organisations. He is experienced at building brands, managing strong customer relationships, building great team capability and instilling operational effectiveness in organisations. His career has also been characterised by leading people through organisational change/turnaround while continuing to deliver business results during the transition periods.
Stephen is a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD).
Committees established by the Board
Governance Committee
Directors: Jan McClelland (Chair), Carol Ireland, Sue Ronaldson
Independent members: Graham Cowley, Richard Herlihy
Finance Audit Compliance and Risk Committee
Directors: Graham Maloney, David Boehm
Independent Chair: Jon Isaacs
Executive Manager: Wayne McCarthy
Executive Management
Carol Ireland - Chief Executive Officer
(commenced March 2006)
Carol has an extensive background spanning 30 years in the not-for-profit human services sector and holding a variety of executive positions including: chief operating officer and other senior management roles in service delivery, marketing and fundraising.
The CEO directs and is fully responsible for all operations of the company within the established policies and in accordance with the authority delegated by the Board of Directors; implements the strategic goals and objectives of Epilepsy Action Australia, giving direction and leadership toward the achievement of the organisation’s mission and strategy.
Wayne McCarthy - General Manager, Corporate Services
(commenced October 2011)
Wayne is an accomplished financial leader who also has extensive operational experience.
This key role provides strategic input and controls the operations and management of: Finance, Information Technology, Human Resources and Corporate Administration.
