The Board is responsible for ensuring that sound governance practices are in place and continually reviews the organisation’s practices and procedures to ensure strong governance.
Chair
Director
Director
General Counsel and Company Secretary
The Board set the strategic direction for the organisation by formulating and approving the Vertaview Group Strategic Plan. The Strategic Plan is revisited each year at the Board Planning Day. The Strategic Plan is then passed to the Group CEO and Executive Leadership team for implementation.
The work of the Board is supported by committees and, as part of the governance review, these were reviewed and realigned to support with the organisation’s current needs. The Board currently has four committees: Strategy, Finance and Audit, and Risk and Quality.
Vertaview Group and its subsidiary entities are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Vertaview Group has a zero tolerance for violence, abuse, neglect and exploitation of children and young people.
To support this commitment, Vertaview Group is focused on providing an environment where all children and young people are safe, feel safe, and their voices are heard about decisions that impact their lives.
The Vertaview Group also respects diversity in cultures and child rearing practices, promotes the cultural safety of children and young people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and other culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Vertaview Group values the input of, and communicates regularly with, families and carers of children and young people involved in upholding their safety and wellbeing.
Vertaview Group and subsidiary entities are focused on preventing the abuse of children and young people, through a proactive approach that includes:
At Vertaview Group, we are deeply committed to combating modern slavery and ensuring that our operations and supply chains are free from such practices.
Our 2024 Modern Slavery Statement outlines our ongoing efforts to uphold human rights and maintain transparency, integrity, and accountability in all our activities. We have implemented rigorous supply chain due diligence, comprehensive staff training, and robust reporting mechanisms to identify and mitigate risks associated with modern slavery.
By fostering strong stakeholder engagement and promoting best practices, we aim to create a positive impact and contribute to the global fight against modern slavery.
Angela was appointed as Chair of Multicap from 1 February 2021, after joining the Multicap Board in May 2017. Angela has extensive experience in the disability sector and serving on not-for-profit boards through a variety of roles. Prior to working in the community sector, Angela worked at the senior executive level in the Federal Government leading the design and implementation of human services systems. Angela is passionate about guiding organisations to deliver a fairer society where everyone can contribute at their full potential
Elissa joined the Multicap Board in 2021 following the partnership between Multicap and Open Minds. Elissa is a Psychologist with more than 30 years’ experience working in the community in brain injury rehabilitation and vocational rehabilitation with adults with disability and their family members. She brings considerable expertise in working with adults who have a brain injury with complex needs, management of challenging behaviours in the community, inpatient and outpatient public health settings in Queensland and New South Wales, and in the tertiary education sector.
Kalan joined the Multicap Board in September 2024. Kalan is a Partner at strategy and innovation firm Business Models Inc and has extensive experience working with boards and executive teams to help design and shape the future direction of organisations. With a background in enterprise strategy, corporate finance and financial analysis across a range of different industries, Kalan believes the Multicap Group can sustainably grow and improve the positive impact has on the lives of people it touches.
Wendy joined the Vertaview Group in June 2025, bringing more than 25 years’ experience in commercial law and governance. Her career spans both private practice and in-house legal roles, including senior leadership positions within the agriculture sector.
Wendy holds a Bachelor of Laws and is admitted as a solicitor of the Supreme Courts of Queensland and Victoria, as well as the High Court of Australia. She is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and an Associate of the Governance Institute of Australia.
With a strong commitment to the community sector, Wendy has previously served on the board of the Nerve Connection Foundation and the Queensland advisory board of the Starlight Children’s Foundation.
David joined the Multicap Board in September 2017. David is the Chief Executive of Burrana, a world leading provider of aircraft cabin systems that he founded in 2009. He has a long career in the aviation sector and has held several non-executive positions with not-for-profit organisations in the mental health and disability sectors. David believes company culture is the key to success and is passionate about creating agile and responsive organisations through empowered and inspired people sharing a common purpose, vision and values.
Ed joined the Multicap Board in February 2023, and is also a Director of the CV Services Group, Director of Edmund Rice Educations Flexi Schools and QLD Councillor for the Australian Industry Group. Ed has over 30 years’ experience delivering exceptional results across diverse industries, including manufacturing, construction, asset management, and not-for-profits. Ed has a passion for corporate social responsibility and training young people from diverse backgrounds and ensuring they are workforce ready through education.
Michael joined the Multicap Board in February 2025. Michael is a Director at Create Advisory, an expert advisory consultancy of bespoke infrastructure, major projects and precincts.
Michael is a highly accomplished strategic advisor with expertise in policy development, disability advocacy, and stakeholder engagement. With a career spanning government, private enterprise, and the non-profit sector, he has consistently championed inclusive policies that enhance accessibility, equity, and opportunity for people with disabilities.
Michael brings a wealth of experience and a collaborative spirit to every initiative and his strategic vision and advocacy continue to shape a more inclusive future for all.
Chris has been a member of the Multicap Board since 2012. He has extensive experience in business and operates his own Business Advisory company. Previously, he has held senior executive positions in the utilities, health, property and childcare sectors. His professional qualifications include Fellow of Certified Practicing Accountants and he is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.
Gail joined the Multicap Board in June 2023 and has extensive legal experience in the property and government sectors. She is also on the Board of Economic Development Queensland and is a member of the Advisory Board of the Queensland Futures Institute. Gail is a former partner at the law firm Gadens and brings over 25 years’ experience in delivering exceptional results in the property sector. She is an advocate of diversity and fairness.
