Our Leadership

Vikki is responsible for building strategic partnerships and developing partnerships for Splunk, a Cisco Company that delivers digital resilience outcomes for customers in the ANZ market. The role develops strategies to ensure that business partners have the right skills and proficiency to assist customers to meet their business challenges and opportunities. She has over 30 years’ experience in the technology industry and skills that span enablement, account, project, program, sales, and change management disciplines. She has worked for corporations in both Australia and the US.

Vikki is the proud mother of two wonderful children; her youngest received services from Noah’s Ark. She is passionate about ensuring that children with disabilities receive the highest quality and contemporary care while maintaining the joy and happiness of childhood. + Show more - Show less

Campbell is a barrister practising in the areas of native title, crime and environmental law for 30 years.

Robyn has three children; her middle child receives services from Noah’s Ark. She joins Noah’s Ark with more than 9 years’ experience in marketing and product management roles in Australia and in the UK across a range of industries. Robyn has a Bachelor of Business (Communications) with QUT. + Show more - Show less

Malcolm has 20 years’ finance, investor relations, capital markets and strategy experience in Australia and Europe. Malcolm has completed the Melbourne Business School Executive MBA, is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, Chartered Accountant and Chartered Financial Analyst® (CFA) Charterholder.

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Nancy first joined Noah’s Ark with her daughter in the 1970s and has served on the Board for many years. She works in theatre as a writer, director, producer, actor and teacher. She is the Artistic Director of Black Hole Theatre. She was a founding member of West Residential Association for the Intellectually Disabled (RAID).

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Fintan is a qualified practising insurance broker and was a co-founder of Gallivan, Magee & Associates Pty Ltd which was acquired by Steadfast Group Ltd (ASX:SDF) in 2013. He is now the principal of Magee Risk Advisory, an insurance broking and advisory business serving corporate and government clients throughout Australia and the Asia/Pacific region. + Show more - Show less

Zoe is a Consultant General Paediatrician at the Royal Children’s Hospital, Melbourne. She currently works within the Department of Neurodevelopment and Disability. She has over two decades experience working with children and young people with intellectual or physical disability. She is passionate about supporting children and their families achieve their goals and maximise joy in their lives. + Show more - Show less

Bronwyn is a seasoned communications professional with more than 12 years experience in the not‑for‑profit sector. Her expertise spans stakeholder engagement, media, public and government relations, and strategic communications planning. She is deeply committed to for‑purpose, people‑first endeavours, with a particular passion for improving outcomes for children, young people and families navigating neurodivergence and mental ill health.Beyond her professional work, Bronwyn is a proud wife and mother, animal lover, music fan and keen reader.  + Show more - Show less

Sonia is a Principal Consultant at Bendelta. Prior to moving into consulting, Sonia dedicated over 30 years to public service, with 17 years as a senior executive in the UK leading education and child and family services, and most recently as Deputy Secretary for Schools and Early Years in the Victorian Government. Sonia has a background in teaching and child psychology and has been a long-term advocate for high quality, accessible and inclusive services. + Show more - Show less

Geoff is a chartered accountant and a Director of Webster Corporate Finance; he is a former Board President. He is married, has two sons and two grandchildren.

Carolyn has been teaching in public and private schools for over thirty years and has an ongoing commitment to inclusive education. Currently she is the Wellbeing Learning Specialist and a classroom teacher at a large state school in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne. She has three older children.

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John Forster has been CEO of Noah’s Ark since 2000, championing better services and educational outcomes for children with disabilities and their families. A national leader in early childhood intervention, he has served as National President of Early Childhood Intervention Australia and is a founding Director of Professionals and Researchers in Early Childhood Intervention (PRECI). He has also advised government, including as a member of the Victorian Disability Advisory Council and the Victorian Government NDIS Implementation Taskforce.

Committed to evidence-based and family-centred practices, John has maintained strong national and international research partnerships that position Noah’s Ark as a leader in inclusion and early intervention. He co-authored The Key Worker: a resource for ECI professionals, and Participating and Belonging: Inclusion in Practice, a guide for Early Childhood Education and Care services. He has contributed to books, journals, and reports on early childhood intervention and inclusion.

A Williamson Community Leadership Fellow, John has also completed executive programs at Harvard Business School, specialising in nonprofit strategy and performance measurement. Before Noah’s Ark, he worked in family, employment and aged care services, including leading the development of Victoria’s first Kindergarten Inclusion Support Program.

John’s advocacy is based on personal experience—one of his children has a disability, which is a daily reminder of the importance of community participation and inclusion for all. + Show more - Show less

Penny commenced at Noah’s Ark in October 2024 and is responsible for the effective back office of Noah’s Ark enabling efficient and quality service delivery to children and Families

Penny is passionate about making a difference in not-for-profit organisations and brings 30 years' experience in the leadership of multiple functions including finance, business operations, supply chain, information technology, customer service, facilities management and events, optimising efficiencies and innovation in operations and outcomes. + Show more - Show less

Scott is motivated by work that makes a genuine difference. He joined Noah’s Ark because of its strong purpose and commitment to building better futures for children with disabilities and additional needs and work around inclusion. As General Manager, Engagement and Growth, Scott leads engagement and sustainable growth across the organisation. His focus is on strengthening relationships, growing income in thoughtful ways, and ensuring Noah’s Ark can continue to deliver high-quality, evidence-led services now and into the future. Scott brings senior leadership experience across social enterprise, disability employment and purpose-driven organisations. He is known for bringing a strong commercial mindset while staying grounded in values, and for approaching growth with optimism, respect and care. Scott believes the best outcomes come from collaboration, clear thinking and a shared commitment to doing good work well.  + Show more - Show less

Lauren has a deep commitment to quality, evidence-based service provision that achieves real-world outcomes for children and families. Lauren finds the greatest joy in her work in seeing people achieve goals that are important to them. Lauren was drawn to work at Noah’s Ark because of the organisation’s commitment to working in partnership with children, families and educators to support their participation in their everyday routines and local communities.  Lauren commenced at Noah’s Ark in 2015 and has held a variety of roles before commencing as General Manager, Impact and Outcomes in 2026. Lauren leads the delivery of Noah’s Ark programs and services across Victoria, NSW and the ACT, and is charged with ensuring the implementation of high-quality, evidence-based practice to achieve outcomes and tangible impact for children and families.  Lauren’s focus on continuous learning led her to complete additional studies in Management, and she combines this with her real-world leadership experience to guide service delivery across the organisation. Lauren’s firsthand experiences as a Key Worker and Occupational Therapist continue to serve as an important reminder of the privilege of working in partnership and walking alongside families on their journey. + Show more - Show less

Stacey is a psychologist who has worked at Noah’s Ark for more than 18 years in a range of roles including Senior Manager Services, and Policy & Quality Consultant. Stacey’s PhD, completed in 2022, focused on how Early Childhood Intervention professionals can improve the attachment security of children with a disability or developmental delay. This research resulted in several peer reviewed publications, including a book, Attachment-Focused Early Childhood Intervention. Stacey was also the lead author of the Key Worker book and online course. Before joining Noah’s Ark, Stacey worked in Child Protection and with school-aged children with disabilities and their families. Stacey is strongly committed to supporting better outcomes for children and families through evidence‑informed, relationship‑focused practice.  + Show more - Show less

Alisha is driven by a commitment to building strong, reliable systems that help children, families, and teams thrive. At Noah’s Ark, she leads financial reporting, systems improvement, and compliance, creating clarity and supporting confident decision‑making across the organisation. With over 15 years’ experience in financial reporting, audit, and system transformation, Alisha excels at simplifying complexity and guiding teams through change. She is known for her calm leadership, thoughtful collaboration, and focus on practical solutions. Alisha brings kindness, integrity, and optimism to every interaction. She’s motivated by continuous improvement and enjoys helping people feel supported, informed, and empowered to do their best work.  + Show more - Show less

Stephen brings 20 years of experience as a Speech Pathologist, working across diverse roles including as a Key Worker, Team Leader, Practice Coach and Training Facilitator. He has consistently demonstrated his enthusiasm for sharing his knowledge with children, families, educators, and therapists.

Since joining Noah’s Ark in 2011, Stephen has championed delivering quality services to children with disabilities and their families. He emphasises the importance of using authentic assessment, collaborative goal setting, and routines-based approaches. In 2014, Stephen became one of Australia's first RBI Certified Trainers after attending the Routines-Based Interview (RBI) Certification Institute with Dr Robin McWilliam. He has a strong track record of leading effective teams and supporting professionals to implement practices that promote high-quality outcomes for children and families, promoting their inclusion and participation in meaningful life activities. + Show more - Show less

Sarah is a highly experienced, knowledgeable, and passionate education professional with vast experience in education operations management, project management and leadership. Her extensive skillset includes specialties in relationship management, strategic leadership, staff development, compliance, community engagement and stakeholder liaison. Sarah holds a Bachelor of Education from Curtin University and a Certificate in School Management and Leadership from Harvard Business School and Harvard Graduate School of Education. She is a certified in Cognitive Coaching and has a Professional Certificate in Instructional Leadership from The University of Melbourne.

Sarah has a background as a classroom teacher, education consultant, and director of early learning, having worked in various settings in Perth, Melbourne and Hong Kong. She has contributed to numerous articles in education publications and journals and has been a member of education advisory groups and committees, as well as award panels supporting and contributing to the research, dialogue and innovation in the education sector. Adding to this, Sarah is also an experienced not-for-profit Board Director and currently sits on the board of a secondary girl’s school in Melbourne. + Show more - Show less

Michelle is driven by a strong commitment to helping children and families participate meaningfully in their everyday lives, and to supporting practitioners to lead with purpose. As Operations Manager for Noah’s Ark’s regional teams, she strengthens service delivery and guides leaders and practitioners to grow their skills, confidence, and impact. Having worked as a Speech Pathologist, Project Worker, Team Leader and Key Worker at Noah’s Ark since 2006, Michelle brings deep expertise in early childhood intervention, community inclusion, and evidence‑informed practice. She embodies kindness and respect in her collaborative approach, and champions quality through reflection, coaching, and continuous improvement. Motivated by a belief in inclusive communities, Michelle builds strong partnerships locally and abroad, including contributing to inclusion work in Malaysia and volunteering in Kenya. She values connection, learning, and helping others thrive.  + Show more - Show less

Ross is an experienced People and Culture leader who supports Noah's Ark efforts to attract, engage, manage, and retain its high performing team. Joining Noah's Ark in 2025, Ross brings 21 years' experience across all facets of human resources gained by supporting organisations operating in Australia, New Zealand, and the UK across a broad range of industries. + Show more - Show less

Jane trained as an Occupational Therapist after recognising that supporting people to dream, grow and achieve could be a meaningful career. She is passionate about working alongside children with disabilities, their families and communities to create positive and lasting change.  Jane joined Noah’s Ark in 2007, drawn by the strong alignment between the organisation’s values and her own. Over the years, she has seen first‑hand the life‑changing impact of high‑quality support, initially as a Key Worker, and later across 14 years as Team Leader of regional Victorian and NSW teams.  In her role as Quality & Innovation Manager, Jane brings together her extensive on‑the‑ground experience and best‑practice evidence to support high‑quality service delivery across the organisation. She is committed to ensuring that children, families and staff are supported to achieve the best possible outcomes, and that everyone has the opportunity to reach their full potential.  + Show more - Show less

Robert is responsible for all IT, property, OH&S, infrastructure and operational matters within Noah’s Ark. He has an extensive background within corporate business and has worked for Noah’s Ark for more than 10 years.