Doug Mitchell

Chairman

Chartered Accountant

Doug became a Board Member in December 2011 and was appointed Chair in 2021. Doug is also Chair of the Audit Finance and Investment Committee. Doug is currently Managing Partner of Mitchell Wilson, an accountancy practice specialising in business strategy, tax and superannuation, and financial planning. Doug has overseen the growth of Mitchell Wilson for two decades, where his knowledge and integrity have made him a trusted partner to business owners and entrepreneurs in industries as diverse as financial services, travel, media and transport.

Hailing from the Apple Isle, Doug qualified as a Chartered Accountant while working at his first firm, and became a partner at Moore Robsons in Hobart at just aged thirty. He made the move to Melbourne in 1990, when his chapter of the Mitchell Wilson story began.

Al Martin

Deputy Chairman

Bachelor of Training and Development, Master of Leadership

Al Martin commenced his career in the Public Service as a police officer in Victoria before joining the ACT Corrective services. In addition, Al served as an Australian Army officer for 13 years completing both Reserve and Fulltime service and undertaking multiple operational deployments.

Al held senior roles in the UK and the Gulf region with Aspen Medical before returning to Melbourne to join GP Graders, as the Vice President of Operations.

Jodie Ryan

Jodie joined the Nadrasca Board in October 2020 and is Chair of the Risk & Compliance Committee.

Jodie is the Managing Director of Care Tech One, a boutique consultancy service that empowers health, aged, disability and community care providers to overcome business challenges and maximise profit through the development and implementation of business-specific ICT solutions.

Mike Poole

Mike became a Board member in May 2007 and was Chair from 2008 to 2021. Mike is currently Chair of the Nadrasca Foundation. He is also Chair of the Property Committee and a member of the Audit Finance and Investment Committee.

Mike was involved in the motor industry from 1971 till 2008 when he sold his interest in the Travis Honda Motor Group, having been a Director and Dealer Principal in their Mornington and Frankston Dealerships.

Mike brings to the table his business experience in a competitive commercial environment, which is essential even in the Not For Profit sector.

Dr. Bronwyn Coward

Bronywn is a clinical neuropsychologist who brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the table. She holds a Bachelor of Science (Honours), a Doctor of Psychology and a Global Executive Master of Business Administration. Notably, her strengths align perfectly with our Board's identified gap in clinical governance. As our Board focuses on transformation and enhancing clinical governance through the DRC, Bronwyn will be a critical support and guide for Nadrasca.

Lauren Davis

Lauren, MBA, is a highly experienced consultant with a diverse background spanning various sectors. Lauren deeply believes that diversity is at the heart of good design and that equitable opportunity for all people regardless of background or ability should always be the goal. With a proven track record in strategic execution, Lauren's exceptional skills will be a tremendous asset in refining our next Strategic Plan. 

Connie Sourlatzis

Connie, MBA, is a powerhouse in sales with an impressive track record across many different industries. Connie's experience includes managing relationships with major retailers like Coles and Woolworths during her tenure at Swisse Wellness and General Mills. Her expertise and enviable pipeline come at a crucial time for Nadrasca – she will play a valuable part in rejuvenating and driving our success in the commercial space.

Chris Malin

Chris became a Board Member in December 2011. Chris was formerly the CEO of Veritas Recruitment, a professional services recruitment organisation, connecting top talent with the best roles in accounting and finance, technical and operations and business support. Chris founded Link Recruitment, an accounting specialist in 1986 and in 1999, Link became part of Vedior, the fourth largest recruitment company in the world. Chris was Managing Director of Link from May 1986 to February 2009.

Chris is a driver of organisation change to meet strategic objectives and is a believer in strong organisation culture that supports success. 

John Britto

Master Engineering and MBA (Corporate Sustainability)

John became a Board Member of Nadrasca in April 2023.

John is a pragmatic, strategic and conceptual thinker dedicated to adding value through embedding risk management culture and governance frameworks at the enterprise level.

John has more than 25 years’ experience in all facets of risk, safety, environment, risk and quality management, John brings enterprise leadership skills and risk and compliance expertise to provide strategic direction and lead transformational program.

John’s experience includes leadership roles for large high risk industries private sector and Government Business Enterprise.

Rod Keuris

B Commerce, B Laws, Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice

Rod became a Board Member in September 2010.

Rod holds a Bachelor of Commerce, a Bachelor of Laws and a Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice.

Rod is a practicing solicitor and a private investigator who has 25 years experience in investigations including 5 years in the Corporate Sector and 15 years as an investigator with Victoria Police, including 4 years in the Major Fraud Group and secondment to the National Crime Authority working on Organised Crime.

During his service in the Major Fraud Group, Rod worked on investigations into multi-million dollar frauds as well as leading a team of fraud investigators and included the conduct of international and multi-national investigations where Rod maintained responsibility for the successful co-ordination of multiple law enforcement agencies.

Rod’s corporate experience includes working for the large corporations, ExxonMobil and Crown Casino where Rod was required to conduct investigations both in Australia and overseas and where he worked with the senior management teams of those companies.

Rod’s combination of legal and investigation skills allows him to bring a comprehensive approach to government and corporate management.