Our People

Simon is a business partner who utilised his broad corporate experience (ASX listed companies) to translate strategic initiatives into tangible actions, driving sustainable value across the organisation and ensuring the delivery of results.

A highly experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO), business transformation, strategic projects and divestments leader.  Simon is known as an energetic, proactive and results-driven executive with exceptional commercial acumen, business experience and a philosophy of continuous improvement.  Also known for his authentic and collaborative leadership and passion for leading and motivating high-performing teams to deliver exceptional results.  Degree qualified with a Bachelor of Business and a Certified Practicing Accountant (CPA).

As the Executive Director of Finance, Operations & Governance at Leisure Networks, Simon is responsible for financial leadership, driving high-performing operations and financial sustainability.  Directly accountable for governance and oversight as well as a critical contributor to strategic direction and decision making.

Paul brings extensive experience in both Strategic Development and Transformational Change, having held senior management positions in government and private sectors across a diverse range of industries.

Commencing his career in the automotive technology sector, Paul focussed on developing ecommerce solutions across the sector, enabling business to business trading of vehicle components across Australia.   Progressing into a strategy consulting role with Deloitte Consulting paul developed a passion for partnering with organisations to establish a Vision and strategy that was centred around the customer experience and outcomes.   With a strong sense of community and wanting to have an impact Paul made a shift into Government sector holding a Director, Portfolio and Program Delivery for 10 years.   Bringing private sector and consulting backgrounds to the social insurance sector and having an impact on the lives of injured Victorians through enabling technology allowing easier access to supports to aid recovery.   As the Executive Director, Strategy, Performance and Customer at Leisure Networks Paul is committed to bringing his expertise to the organisation to build on the already great culture, Service and support Leisure Networks provides for our customers and are so proud of.

Michael is the key driver behind Leisure Networks Consulting services in to Metropolitan Melbourne. Michael has a very strong knowledge base around local community and sporting environments with a focus on culture, leadership and strategic planning.  He has experience in business, strategy and planning with local, state and national organisations.

Michael has worked at all levels of the sport and community industry. Spending time at federal and local government before transitioning in to not for profit sector. Before this, Michael worked within youth services sector, and managed CanTeen. A charity based in Mebourne that supports young people aged 12-24 who are living with or experiencing cancer (within their family). This role was the highlight of Michaels career prior to joining LN and is the reason he has transitioned back into the not for profit sector.

Brooke is the Manager of the Sport, Recreation & Health Team at Leisure Networks.  She has over 20 years experience working in the sport and recreation field since graduating from her Human Movement Degree with stints in private business, local government and the not for profit sectors.

In 2018 Brooke graduated from VicSports LEAP Female Leadership development program.  The program has a specific purpose in enhancing the capacity, availability and performance of female leaders in the Victorian sporting industry.

Brooke has a strong connection to local sport through participating and volunteering across several sports and clubs within the region.  She has a  passion for leading teams, working with the local community and developing strong, well managed healthy sporting environments for everyone to enjoy.

Libby brings to Leisure Networks a strong commitment to the organisation’s vision of capable, healthy people and inclusive communities. With a Masters Degree in health sciences Libby has held senior roles with state government, Barwon Health and the TAC along with eight years as an elected local councillor and Mayor. Under Libby’s leadership, Leisure Networks is going through significant NDIS driven growth. Libby has excellent skills in developing strategic insights into leadership in times of change, stakeholder management, building strategic alliances and developing  new business and service models.

Bre has over 15 years experience across Public & Company Accounting with a Bachelor of Commerce and is CPA qualified. Bre not only brings experience but her hands on approach ensures Leisure Networks continues to sustain growth and is an Industry Leader. Her friendly & flexible approach helps identify what is working well in the business and what needs working on. Bre’s passion for the Not for Profit Sector is shown throughout her work, she is a team player always seeking the best possible outcomes for both the customer and the organisation.  

As Head of Finance Bre provides strategic direction to the Executive team and Board of Directors with a financial focus that is closely aligned to that of our customers, making a difference to those who need it most. 

Trevor has held various roles in a number of Geelong businesses and comes to Leisure Network with strong experience in all aspects of business management. Trevor is an active community member and is currently Chair of the Leopold Community Bank and has served as Treasurer on the Allanvale Preschool. Trevor has also been involved in other community groups including Chairperson for the committee responsible in the renaming of St Alban’s Park in 1999.

Pru brings extensive experience in both Marketing and Business to Leisure Networks having held various management positions across a number of industries.  Pru holds a bachelor of business majoring in accounting with a sub major in commercial law.

Beginning her career straight out of University in London as a graduate accountant her experience has come from working in a number of industry’s in a range of roles including financial and budgeting accountant, business and pricing anayalst, national key account management and then more recently within the tourism industry where she successfully co founded and managed a self contained accommodation 5 star tourism business in Halls Gap Grampians for 14 years.  Pru ran all aspects of the tourism business, from financials to marketing and sales along with web development.  Following on from the successful sale of her tourism business Pru held the position of Grampians Marketing Manager for 2 years and was even lucky enough in 2015 to be awarded a third place in the Victorian Tourism Awards for her Destination Tourism Marketing Campaign for the Grampians Region.  Always wanting to make a difference Pru feels very priviliged to be working at Leisure Networks where she gets to share the incredible outcomes that our customers are able to achieve due to the wonderful skilled and experienced team we have here at Leisure Networks.

Pip brings 20 years’ experience in Human Resources to Leisure Networks.  Pip is Degree qualified in Human Resources with experience across a variety of industries and is skilled in all areas of Human Resources including Organisational Development, Leadership Development, Performance Management, Industrial Relations, Recruitment and HR Systems Development.  Pip brings an approachable and down to earth approach, and enjoys developing successful relationships across all levels of the organisation including the leadership team, middle management and operational staff.  As Executive Director, People, Culture and Capability Pip provides strategic leadership and technical expertise in all areas relating to people and culture at Leisure Networks, with a focus on strong employee engagement and ensuring we are #culturefirst!

Kelly has been working in the disability sector for almost 30 years, working across both Private and Not for Profit Organisations. Various roles included, Allocations, Recruitment, Marketing, Business Development and leading Organisations through the NDIA transformation. While she has experience in driving change, new structures, staff management she holds working directly with customers as the most important learning days of her career. With a background in teaching she brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the Community  Connections Division and the wider organisation of Leisure Networks.

Prior to becoming the Executive Director, Community, Impact and Wellbeing at Leisure Networks Simone spent a number of years as the Women’s Football Strategy and Pathways Manager for the Geelong Cats Football Club, responsible for leading and cohesively integrating Women’s Football Programs in line with club values across the organisation.

This included leading the execution of the AFLW preparation strategy across the club, with the Cats set to enter the AFLW in 2019. Prior to this, Simone utilised her knowledge and previous experience working in the community sector to provide leadership in the establishment of the Cats’ community programs. Simone has held senior roles at Give Where you Live; Karingal and Bethany Community Support and has the personal belief that sport is a great conduit for young people to connect to community.