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Governance
Our organisation operates as a Company Limited by Guarantee, a legal structure designed to ensure accountability, sustainability, and the highest standards of governance.
Governance by a Board of Directors
Our organisation is governed by a dedicated Board of Directors. The Board comprises experienced professionals who bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to their roles.
The role of the Board is to provide leadership of and oversight over the Company’s governance, business and strategy. The Board’s key objectives are to:
- Advance the Company’s Purpose and Objectives.
- Ensure the Company is properly governed.
- Ensure the EPC Code of Ethics is the foundation of clinical services, organisational behaviours and future planning.
- Develop the Company’s strategic objectives.
In fulfilling its objectives, the Board will determine and monitor the:
- Company’s strategic framework and its short, medium, and long-term strategic goals.
- Policies governing the operations of the Company.
- Risk management framework and risk appetite that best suits EPC.
- Powers and functions of Board Committees, and other committees that may be established from time-to-time.
- Annual progress and performance of the Company in implementing its strategic goals and objectives.
The Board of Directors meets regularly to review the organisation's performance, address challenges, and seize opportunities for growth and improvement. Their commitment to transparency and integrity ensures that our organisation remains true to its purpose.
Board Director Biographies
Margaret Stewart, BTh, MMgt, GAICD, Board Chair
Special responsibilities: Chair – Governance & Nominations and Accommodation & Infrastructure Committees. Ex-officio Member – Finance & Risk Committee.
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Timothy Gorton, BA, JD, LLM, Board Deputy Chair
Special responsibilities: Chair - Ethics Committee, Member - Accommodation & Infrastructure and Governance & Nominations Committees.
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Dr Andrew Barnden, GAICD, AALIA, Director
Special Responsibilities – Member – Ethics, Finance & Risk, Governance & Nominations and Accommodation and Infrastructure Committees.
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Special Responsibilities – Member – Public Relations and Fundraising Committee.
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Professor David W. Kissane, AC, MB BS, MPM, MD, FRANZCP, FAChPM, FACLP, Director
Special Responsibilities: Chair – Clinical Governance Committee.
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Dr Ian Parry PhD; B.A.[Hons]; B.Litt.; B.Bus; B.Sc; Dip App Chem, Director
Special Responsibilities: Member – Consumer Advisory Committee.
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Dr Margaret O'Donnell OAM - EdD, MEd, Bed, Director
Special Responsibilities: Chair – Public Relations and Fundraising Committee
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Dr Raymond Snyder AM, MB BS, MMed, FRACP, GAICD, Director
Special responsibilities: Chair – Finance & Risk Committee, Member - Accommodation & Infrastructure Committee.
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Dr Tamsin Bryan, MBBS, FRACP, FAChPM, Director
Special responsibilities: Member – Clinical Governance Committee.
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Our Executive Team is composed of visionary leaders who are experts in their respective fields. They work closely with the Board of Directors to ensure that the company's strategic goals are met and that innovative solutions are implemented to drive growth and success.
Adjunct A/Professor Gaylene Coulton, RN, GradDplNsg (Pall Care), MNsg Leadership, GAICD.
Chief Executive Officer, Company Secretary, Public Officer
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Tania King, BA Soc. Sci, MA Counselling.
General Manager, Allied Health & Volunteer Services
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