We believe that every person matters.
Every day the excellent care we provide and supporting services is shaped by our board and executive leadership team.
I oversee everything that happens in the kitchen. We work closely with our residences, so they get a lot of input into the planning of our menu.
Why do I do it? Because I love it.
When you support elderly people, or provide support to them, it makes a tremendous difference to their quality of life. I love to make them smile. Because that’s why they’re here and that’s why I work here – to make them happy and give them the best care.
We all work together to provide holistic care to our residents. It’s a very close knit community in which we care for each other and provide care needs for each other as well.
Chair
Francis is Chair of the Southern Cross Care Board. He joined our board in 2012 and holds an Associate Diploma in Civil Engineering, Bachelor of Business, Master of Business Administration and is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. Francis has his own consultancy in change and infrastructure development and has over 30 years’ experience in the Resources, Facilities and Government sectors including Health Care. Francis brings his professional experience and is dedicated to the Vision and Mission of the Entity. At his Parish of St Peter and Pauls, Bulimba he has been a member of the Parish Council and is a member of the Finance Council. Francis is on the Board of Catholic Health Care Australia Ltd and is Chair of Southern Cross Care Australia.
Director
Tony was the Director of Procurement at the Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads. Tony has over 40 years’ experience in Strategic Procurement, Purchasing Planning, Materials Management and Project Management at various organisational levels within the Queensland Government. He has post graduate qualifications in Strategic Procurement Management, a Masters Degree in Public Policy and has published academic papers in both Australia and internationally. Tony joined the Knights of the Southern Cross on 14 May 1999 and served in a number of Executive roles. Tony is also Deputy Chair of the Board of SCC, Chair of the People & Operations Committee and a Director on the Board of Southern Cross Care Group.
Josephine is an experienced accountant in both private and public sectors. Josephine is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants, represented the Chartered Accountants in Government and was the first female lay member of the Townsville Diocese Development Fund Board, where she served for 7 years. Josephine’s formal education consists of a Bachelor of Business (Accounting), a Master of Administration (Law and Public Policy), a Diploma in Christian Ministry and Theology and is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and has brought a wealth of knowledge to our board since joining as Treasurer in 2013. Josephine chairs the Strategy and Development Committee.
Dr Phillip Good is a Palliative Care Specialist in Brisbane. He is Director of Cancer Services and Palliative and Supportive Care at Mater Health Services, Director of Palliative Care at St Vincent’s Private Hospital Brisbane; and Professor at The University of Queensland. In 2012, Professor Good completed a PhD on evidence-based palliative care and is involved in both quantitative and qualitative research studies. In 2015 he was awarded a Churchill Fellowship to develop academic leadership in Palliative Care. Dr Good works across a variety of settings including inpatient care, outpatients, consultation liaison and visiting patients in the community. He is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and Chairs SCC’s Consumer and Quality Care Committee.
Stephen joined our board in July 2012 and brings to our organisation extensive experience in Information, Technology and Organisational Management. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Science, a Master’s Degree in Technology Management and is certified in Program and Project Management. Stephen has over 40 years’ experience in the IT industry specialising in Project Management and Business Process Reengineering and brings wide-ranging knowledge, professional experience and involvement in community groups to our board, in addition to his active membership of the Knights of the Southern Cross. Stephen chairs the Governance, Risk and Finance Committee.
Prem has over 35 years’ experience as a senior Finance, Risk and Governance Executive across a number of industries, including Business Advisory, Construction, Mining Resources and the Not-for-Profit sector. For over a couple of decades, Prem has been Honorary Treasurer of a local St Vincent de Paul Conference and has volunteered his time settling and supporting marginalised people and refugees as they adjust to life in Australia. Currently, Prem is Chief Financial Officer with EPIC and assists with people with disabilities. He has a MBA from University of Queensland, a Bachelor of Business (QUT) and in 2020 was awarded a scholarship to undertake an Executive Leadership Program at the McKinsey Academy. He is a member of several professional bodies including AICD, FCA, FGIA and FCPA. Prem joined SCC’s Governance, Risk, Finance and Quality Committee in 2016, and joined SCC’s Board in December 2022.
Sr Sally Fuller is a Canossian Sister and registered Psychologist. Sally currently works in private practice as a Psychologist in both Brisbane and rural areas. Sally holds post-graduate degrees in the areas of Counselling, Psychology and Theology. Sally is a member of Southern Cross Care’s People & Operations Committee.
Damien holds an MBA from the University of Warwick. He brings a wealth of experience to Southern Cross as a General Manager who has led businesses in multiple industries across the Media, Professional Services and Consumer Goods sectors in Europe, Asia and Australia over the last 10 years.
Dr Omer Yezdani is the Chief Data Officer at Western Sydney University, providing strategic enterprise leadership for data, platforms, integration, analytics, insights, information management and artificial intelligence. Omer has led Strategy, Data & Analytics, Technology and Risk in public, private and social enterprise for over 20 years. He has a degree in Marketing and has worked with a major ASX-listed firm on next generation technologies. Omer has also worked with the Federal Government leading national policy in education, VET and Indigenous affairs. He completed his doctoral research in complex systems at Griffith University, while lecturing in Strategic Management, Marketing and Human Resource Management. Omer is passionate about education, multiculturalism, and making a positive difference in the lives of others. He is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD).
Company Secretary
Justin Hogg, owner and founder of Right Source, is a governance professional who specialises in the Not-for-Profit sector. This has provided the opportunity for Justin and the Right Source team to work with and support hundreds of organisations with their governance in support of their own unique purposes. The focus on the Not-for-Profit sector has provided the opportunity to find solutions that fit with the Not-for-Profit sector, and to have built a team that understands that when you set out to change the world you see problems as possibilities; and you need partners that set out to overcome challenges with a positive mindset. As part of Right Source, Justin holds Company Secretary positions with various not-for-profit organisations.
Interim Chief Executive Officer
Ken Freer brings more than 35 years of CEO and senior executive leadership experience across a diverse range of industries, including pharmaceuticals, fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), sport, corporate advisory and investment banking. Throughout his career, he has built a strong reputation for developing strategic direction, driving sustainable business growth, improving organisational performance, and leading high-performing teams through periods of significant change. His career includes senior leadership roles with PepsiCo and Lion Nathan, as well as Chief Executive roles in the sporting sector, where he successfully strengthened brands, increased revenue, improved market share and fostered strong stakeholder relationships. Over the past 18 months, Ken has served on Southern Cross Care Queensland’s People and Operations Board Committee, providing valuable insight into the organisation, its purpose and strategic priorities. In June 2026, he stepped into the role of Interim Chief Executive Officer to support the organisation while recruitment for a permanent CEO is undertaken. Ken holds a Bachelor of Pharmacy, an MBA from INSEAD in France, and is a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.
Chief Operating Officer
In 2020, Michael joined SCC in the role of Chief Operating Officer, leveraging his extensive professional background in the aged care sector and diverse industries. With a strong accounting background, Michael has previously held key positions such as CFO and COO at organisations including Regis, Cabrini Health, Royal Freemasons, and CraigCare. Michael’s career highlights include significant involvement in business transformations, growth through acquisitions and developments, private equity investment, business performance turnarounds, and the transition of private entities to ASX-listed status. A Fellow of CPA Australia and a Graduate Member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, Michael has actively contributed to not-for-profit initiatives for many years by raising funds and managing investments to support programs directly benefiting the community. His passion lies in doing important work for vulnerable people within the communities he helps to serve.
Chief Financial Officer
In 2022, Tracey Campion joined SCC with her an extensive professional background. Prior to this, she held the position of CFO at Eureka Group Holdings, an ASX-listed senior rental village operator, and Taylor Byrne Valuers, a property valuations company. Tracey also spent five years in Dubai, where she held senior finance executive roles across financial services, property investment, and a private equity group.
As a member of CPA Australia and a GAICD with the Australian Institute of Directors, Tracey possesses significant experience in guiding and mentoring finance teams. Her genuine passion lies in supporting SCC’s vision to create communities where best lives are lives, and also to gain a practical understanding of how an aging population and changing customers’ needs will shape the future of Aged Care, Retirement Living and Home Care Services, and how these factors will influence SCC’s business both now and in the years to come.
Chief of People & Mission
Michael Hart joined SCC in 2018 and has played a pivotal role in driving the organisation’s mission and identity as the Chief of People & Mission. Prior to this, he served as Mission Executive at St Vincent’s Private Hospital Brisbane, spent over 20 years working for the Catholic Church in both rural and metropolitan settings, and has made notable contributions in the field of ministry, education and community services. Michael holds a Graduate Certificate in Theological Studies and an Executive Masters of Business Administration from Australian Catholic University, and also holds a Graduate Certificate of Leadership and Catholic Culture, a Diploma in Community Services (Youth Work) and a Certificate IV in Assessment & Workplace Training. Michael’s multifaceted career journey reflects his passion for mission-driven work, strategic leadership, and community service. He is dedicated to fostering meaningful connections, empowering teams, and integrating mission within any organisation in which he serves.
Chief of Business
Mark joined SCC in 2018, bringing a wealth of experience and a speciality in Digital Technology transformation and Enterprise Applications. Before joining SCC, Mark held various Senior Management roles across diverse industries, including notable organisations like Uniting Care, Fujitsu Australia, and IBM. His academic credentials include an MBA from Melbourne Business School, two Deans awards for Excellence, a Graduate Diploma in Information Technology and a Bachelor of Commerce. Although Mark has had many commercial achievements and senior roles throughout his career, both in Australia and overseas, his passion lies in working with organisations who have a heart for communities and serving those communities through the application of technology.
Chief Customer Officer
Meredith joined SCC’s executive leadership team in 2018 and has extensive experience in project management, marketing management, database and CRM development. Her experience spans across industries including hotels, retail, natural health and development, as well as running her own successful business for many years. Meredith was the recipient of the Global Award – Accor Silver Bernache, and in 2023 she won the Leadership in Positive Ageing Award for the development and success behind the Customer Insights Program at SCC. Meredith has a passion for excellence in customer service, an ability to listen deeply and honestly, and analyse and understand what customers want, to deliver actionable and positive change.
Chief of Governance, Risk and Research
Sandra joined SCC in 2020 and oversees the organisation’s corporate governance responsibilities, ensuring ongoing compliance with legislative requirements and organisational policies. Sandra also provides strategic leadership on clinical matters, participation in research activities, risk management systems, and guides continuous improvement initiatives at SCC. With over 24 years working in aged services, Sandra has held senior roles in home care, aged care, retirement living, acute care, and disaster management across both not-for-profits and private sector, including Bolton Clarke, Aveo, Freedom Aged Care, LASAQ, RSL Care and Blue Care. A registered nurse with a Masters in Business Administration and a Masters in Dispute Resolution, Sandra actively engages in research, education, training, rural leadership, and clinical teaching. She is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, a Fellow of the Governance Institute of Australia, and a Board Member of North and West Remote Health, contributing to state and federal advisory groups.
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