GUIDE DOGS VICTORIA - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Member of the Board
- Non - Executive Director of CSL Limited
Appointed to the GDV Board in 2018, Bruce is currently a Non-executive Director of CSL Limited, Incitec Pivot Limited and Newmont Mining Corporation.
Mr. Brook has previously been Chairman of Programmed Maintenance Services Limited, Chairman of Energy Developments Limited and a Non-executive Director of Boart Longyear, Lihir Gold, Snowy Hydro, EFIC and Consolidated Minerals Limited. During his executive career, he was Chief Financial Officer of WMC Resources Limited and prior to that the Deputy Chief Financial Officer of the ANZ Banking Group.
Cameron joined the Board in July 2023. Originally from West Gippsland, Victoria, Cameron was diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa (RP), a degenerative retinal disease, in 1969. Despite this challenge, he pursued Law at Monash University and later led as CEO of an Australian Cooperative Housing Societies' industry body.
Cameron's dedication also extended to founding an RP research society alongside his wife. This commitment, along with his achievements in the housing sector, earned him recognition as a Member of the Order of Australia in 1993. Returning to Law in 1994, he undertook significant test cases in property law, eventually joining Planning Panels Victoria in 2002.
In 2006, Cameron transitioned once more, becoming a Facilitator with Vision Australia. His diverse experiences, along with those of the Clients he has worked with, have inspired his book "I Can See Clearly Now: Understanding and Managing Vision Loss."
Job Titles:
- Project Manager - Campus Redevelopment
Kate is a long-time supporter and volunteer for Guide Dogs. Kate volunteers as a home boarder, caring for dogs while they attend formal training. She has also invested significant time and passion in supporting our Fundraising programs.
Job Titles:
- Chairman
- Director of Cloudstreet Economics
- Economist and Accountant
David joined the Board in March 2017. He holds a Bachelor of Economics, Master of Business Administration, and a Doctor of Business Administration.
David is the Director of Cloudstreet Economics, a recently established consulting company. Prior this this he spent nine years at Ernst & Young, where he was a partner and the inaugural national leader for the Economics, Regulation and Policy practice. He has also spent over 30 years at PWC in various roles including audit, business management and strategy, corporate finance and economics.
David is an economist and accountant with over 35 year's practical experience in both disciplines with extensive experience in: advising Government and the private sector on commercial, economic and financial policy. He also has extensive experience in public land management, water, environment and natural resources, tourism and infrastructure.
Russell is an experienced Community Service professional with a background in veterinary medicine, disability services, and health and aged care.
Jenna joined the Board in February 2020. Her career started out in the Australian Army. After soldier training, Jenna specialised in logistics.
Jenna has over ten years of experience working throughout Australia and overseas in commercial marketing for organisations including the Brisbane Lions, Channel Nine, Tennis Australia, Melbourne Racing Club and new media platforms including Esports.
Jenna has had extensive experience working for companies of all sizes as well as heading up her own business. Outside of the corporate world, Jenna has represented Australia around the world as an accomplished triathlete and has successfully developed and launched her own Podcast ‘21st Century Women' on which she has conducted insightful and moving interviews with over 100 incredible, inspiring women. In 2019 Jenna became a mum, which everyone tells her is the biggest challenge of all.
Lisa joined the board in April 2020. She is currently Executive Director of the Digital Strategy and Transformation branch within the Victorian Department of Premier and Cabinet. In this role Lisa leads the whole of Victorian Government IT Strategy, Cyber Security Unit, ICT Dashboard and associated digital capability uplift programs. Lisa brings a wealth of experience in digital strategy and delivery, after an 18 year international career at Accenture where she led strategy development, business and digital transformations, and most recently the innovation program. Lisa is passionate about inclusion and diversity in driving digital transformation.
Lisa holds Bachelors of Engineering and Science, and a Master of Public Policy and Management from the University of Melbourne, and is also a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.
Malcolm joined the Board in January 2023. He is currently the Group General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer for Orica, an ASX 100 listed multinational corporation, and one of the world's largest providers of commercial explosives and blasting systems to the mining, quarrying, oil and gas and construction markets. Malcolm is responsible for the legal and ethics and compliance affairs of the Orica group and the leadership and management of Orica's global legal and ethics and compliance teams. Malcolm has over 26 years of experience working in blue-chip organisations and first tier law firms across the globe. Prior to joining Orica, Malcolm most recently held executive legal roles in London, Abu Dhabi and Australia for a Fortune 500 company and was responsible for legal teams across Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East, and Africa.
Joining the Guide Dogs Victoria board in early 2019, Nick has been an Executive in the Technology and Services industries for startups, ASX-listed companies and multinational corporations with national and global leadership roles.
With more than 30 years of consulting experience, Nick is passionate about innovation and the impact of digital transformation across all sectors to help grow organisations whilst ensuring that clients needs are at the forefront of strategy.
Nick has a Bachelor of Applied Science from Monash University and is a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Management and a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. Nick enjoys an active lifestyle with his adult family, including endless walks on the beach with his golden retriever, Monty.
Job Titles:
- Chief Executive Officer
- Board Member of the St Kilda Football Club Foundation
- Member of ‘Mentor Walks Australia
Nicky Long joined Guide Dogs Victoria as CEO in April 2023 with an impressive track record in the disability and non-profit sectors. She brings experience and drive to lead Guide Dogs Victoria into the future, combined with a deep passion and commitment to empower people living with a disability.
Prior to commencing with Guide Dogs Victoria, Nicky was CEO of Expression Australia, and held roles in the healthcare, pharmaceutical and not for profit sectors - including Inaugural CEO of Maddie Riewoldt's Vision and board positions with The Royal Women's Hospital Foundation, The Snowdome Foundation and Soap Aid.
Nicky is a current Board Member of the St Kilda Football Club Foundation and Independent Non-Executive Director of the Priceline Sisterhood Foundation.
Nicky is a member of ‘Mentor Walks Australia', and a member of the mentor program at St Kilda Football Club for AFLW players. She was a finalist in the 2020 Telstra Business Women's Awards for Victoria - for purpose and social enterprise.
Nicky has a degree in Nursing, a Graduate Diploma in Marketing and a Masters of Business in Innovation and Leadership.
Job Titles:
- Consumer Liaison Officer, Guide Dogs SA / NT
Simon has been working side-by-side with Guide Dogs Clients for 25 years. During his Guide Dogs journey, Simon has worked in a variety of roles, including as a Social Worker, Case Manager, Support Coordinator, and now Consumer Liaison Officer.
"I've stayed so long because I enjoy working in a positive, Client-centric environment. A lot has changed in 25 years, but what hasn't changed is the people-we've always had wonderful, caring people. I really enjoy being part of the Guide Dogs family." - Simon Wong
Simon offers Clients practical support and information about how to access funding and other community supports. Simon also plays a key role in a number of programs and projects, including the Carers' Support Group and Music Appreciation Group, and the newly-formed Consumer Reference Group.
Simon finds his work rewarding and considers it his way of paying it forward. After graduating from Townsend School (now part of the South Australian School for Vision Impaired), Simon completed a Bachelor of Economics and then a Bachelor of Social Work at Flinders University. He's appreciative of the support he received that enabled him to achieve his goals.
"A lot of people have done a lot for me to get to where I am today. Now, I take a lot of satisfaction when I can play a part in assisting or contributing to someone else's development. I enjoy seeing positive outcomes."
Simon's achievements aren't just limited to the workplace. He lives an active lifestyle and has a motto of giving everything a go! He has competed in track and field events in the National Blind Championships and participated in the National Swimming Championships.
He represented Australia in the Far Eastern South Pacific International Competition (FESPIC) Games in 1986, winning a gold medal in the 1,500 metres and a bronze medal in the 400 metres.
Simon also participated in the 2000 Olympic Torch Relay as a torchbearer. More recently, he's developed a passion for tandem cycling and competed in his fourth Tandem Cycling National Road Championship in 2020. He also enjoys ballroom dancing and singing.