ABOUT US

After starting her career at KPMG, Melissa worked for a decade in financial services before transitioning into the social purpose sector. Melissa brings over a decade of CEO leadership experience and is a trusted advisor to boards on leadership acquisition, structure and governance performance improvement for non-profit organisations and social enterprises. Melissa brings her cross-sector knowledge to support boards to consolidate their purpose and optimise performance and has a reputation for asking robust questions.

Rachael co-founded People for Purpose in 2011 believing an opportunity existed to connect passionate, talented leaders to organisations delivering social and environmental impact. Rachael transitioned from the commercial sector. Prior to People for Purpose, Rachael was the CEO of Australian Philanthropic Services and brings a wealth of knowledge as an experienced Non-Executive Director in the social sector. Rachael specialises working with boards and senior executives to build capability and achieve greater diversity.

Michelle is a former lawyer who brings globally acquired expertise across the commercial and not-for-profit sectors to assist boards and CEOs with their governance and strategic issues. Her experience includes advising boards and executives on effective strategy, change management, stakeholder engagement as well as governance, risk and organisational culture issues.
Michelle is an experienced CEO in the social sector and prior to this, worked in strategic advisory and business development roles.

Christine brings a multi-faceted background in operational and people management across various sectors, including financial services, philanthropy, property, and the building and construction industry. She is driven by a keen desire to facilitate successful outcomes for both individuals and organisations.
From delving into research and publishing in Australia’s building and construction industry to navigating the intricate landscape of financial services, Christine consistently demonstrates her expertise in being able to cut through the complexities of sectors.
Christine's hands-on experience in growing teams within small businesses and navigating the complexities of managing people through mergers and acquisitions have provided her with invaluable insights.

Pauline supports the Govern for Purpose team to manage Board reviews. Pauline works with clients to manage the implementation of our services and ensures that all interviews and consultations are planned well in advance.

Trent brings significant and expansive sales and client management experience from his career in data and technology where he earnt his reputation as a trusted advisor. Trent joined Govern for Purpose for the opportunity to apply his strong client relationship and stakeholder management skills to a context where he was making a difference and listening to the needs of organisations grounded in social purpose.