1. What is something people don’t know about you?
I have four kids, all girls, all beautiful and amazing in their own way.
2. How long have you worked for Knoxbrooke and Yarra View Nursery?
Coming up to six years now.
3. What do you enjoy most about being involved in the social enterprise?
For me it is all about our people and the ability we have as a social enterprise to change lives through jobs. Our enterprise has over 150 employees now and we produce over 3m plants per year. It’s quite an achievement but it always comes back to our people and whether we are making a difference.
4. What has been one of your most memorable moments as CEO of Knoxbrooke Enterprises?
There are many and often it’s people hitting life milestones that we can sometimes take for granted. Recently a team member got his license and bought a car, another bought a unit and moved out of home, and another got engaged to be married. Having a job and being part of the community has helped build confidence and provide the means to achieve these milestones. Super proud.
5. What do you love most about the Yarra Ranges?
The country atmosphere right on the doorstep of metro. We are not that far from anywhere yet at times it can feel like you are miles away. I travel through Yarra Glen every day to get to work. It’s a beautiful part of the world.
6. What event, past, present, or future, would you like to witness?
This one challenged me a bit so I’ve gone with a sporting moment. Cathy Freeman’s victory at the 2000 Olympics in Sydney would have been great to be a part of.
7. Which four guests, dead or alive, would you invite to a dinner party?
Nelson Mandela
Roger Federer
Jeff Kennett
My Father
8. Who do you admire the most?
Bethany Hamilton – great story of courage and adversity
9. What are some of your hobbies?
Cooking, Jet skiing, Tennis, Golf and gardening of course!
10. What is your favourite book and/or film?
12 Angry Men
