Abbey brings 5 years of experience in the Community Services sector, holding both Certificate IV in Community Services and Certificate IV in Mental Health. She has a strong background in case management, with expertise gained from roles in employment services, disability employment services, and currently in NDIS support coordination.

In addition to her sector-specific knowledge, Abbey has over 10 years of experience in advertising, sales, marketing, and events. This diverse skill set enables her to offer a client-centered service, exceptional advocacy and negotiation abilities, and a genuine passion for achieving positive outcomes for her clients.

Alex is a Senior Finance Business Partner at Barwon Health, with experience in financial strategy and management across corporate and not-for-profit sectors, particularly in public healthcare, sport, and community development.

Alex is passionate about supporting his local community through leveraging his expertise to help organisations allocate resources effectively, fostering positive change and driving financial sustainability initiatives.

Previously, Alex served as Finance Manager at the Geelong Cats and holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA), and is a Chartered Accountant (CA).

Andrew joined Leisure Networks in 2021 as Team Leader in the Financial Plan Management Team, bringing extensive NDIS, Operational Management and Customer Service experience to the Team. Andrew is passionate about NDIS Plan Management in line with the NDIS guidelines, and enabling our Customers to focus on themselves while we look after their payments and Plan budgets. With a child himself who is supported by the NDIS, Andrew understands the scheme as both a parent and a provider, bringing that understanding and a considered approach to Plan Management each and every day.

I am currently studying a Bachelor of Health Science with the goal of completing a masters of OT. I am passionate about working in the disability sector and have been working in it since 2021.

Aureen has held many different roles across the disability sector over the past seven years. She is driven by a strong passion to support people with disability. As a Support Coordinator, Aureen focuses on the quality of the service delivery and impact to make it a great experience for each NDIS participant she supports. Aureen makes use of every opportunity for learning and development to enhance her skills and knowledge.

In the early 1980s, Bryan joined the Spastic Society of Victoria (now Scope Victoria), rising to the position of Deputy Chief Executive.  Bryan also served as CEO of the ACT Koomarri Association and Managing Director of Yooralla.

Following his 2008 retirement, Bryan was appointed Chairman of the Victorian National Disability Insurance Scheme Implementation Taskforce in 2011 and in 2013 was a Ministerial appointment to the Board of the Victorian Disability Services Commission.

A Board Member with NDS for 14 years and its National President for three, Bryan was awarded Life Membership of the organisation in 2010.  He was awarded a Centenary Medal in 2003 and an Order of Australia Medal in 2011.  Both awards were for services to people with a disability.

Having served on a number of Boards over the last thirty years, Bryan brings a strong governance background and understanding of not-for-profit management to Leisure Networks.  His knowledge of disability services in Australia has been particularly useful, as Leisure Networks has adapted to meet the challenges of being a National Disability Insurance Scheme service provider.

Brody has been working as a support coordinator since 2022, she enjoys working with people to achieve their goals and make the most out of their NDIS plans.

Brody previously worked as an enrolled nurse for 4 years in the hospital setting.

Brody enjoys building positive working relationships with customers, families and providers, ensuring customers have the right to make informed decisions and are encourages people to exercise their own choice and control.

In her spare time Brody enjoys spending time with her friends, family, and furbabies, she also enjoys hiking, mountain bike riding and gaming.

Chris has over seven years experience in the disability sector across a range of roles including community and residential support work before moving into support coordination in 2019. He believes it is important to understand all aspects of how to support someone and finds joy in helping individuals reach their goals, linking them in with supports and services that they enjoy while assisting their families to stay involved. Chris focusses on working with NDIS participants and their families to give them the knowledge of how to navigate the NDIS world, giving them the confidence to use their plan. Chris prides himself building strong relationships with participants, their support networks, providers and colleagues.

Cam brings over 10 years’ experience working in the disability sector, and has been involved in working across many different areas including Direct Service Delivery, Planning & Facilitation, Managing a team of planners across multiple Regions and most recently expanding Leisure Networks’ Support Coordination Services into Melbourne.