The Team

With 30 years of experience in public health and community services, Julia has a strong track record of delivering successful programs and initiatives that align with the strategic objectives and priorities of the organisation and the stakeholders. Julia has a passion for engaging with consumers, communities, and partners to co-design and implement solutions that improve health outcomes and wellbeing

Sharon is an experienced Executive Manager with over 10 years’ experience working at Senior and Executive level, managing services in metropolitan, regional and remote locations across Australia. Sharon re-joined Carers SA in June 2018. Sharon believes leadership starts with relationships – excellent relationships with stakeholders, consumers, clients and staff. Change is a constant in our evolving society and Sharon is committed to being involved, guiding teams and being an active change agent.

Helen is the Executive Manager, Strategic Engagement at Carers SA with oversight of the community and Carer engagement; and marketing and communications portfolios at Carers SA.

With a background in Psychology and over 20 years experience spanning across a range of leadership, consulting and project management roles throughout Government, non-government, and private business sector, Helen brings vast knowledge, skills and experience in strategic planning, policy development, change management, stakeholder engagement and community development.

Helen has led diverse and large teams including experience with volunteer and membership based organisations. Her experience is vast and has included management, including teams and program areas with a focus on children, youth and family services, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, migration support, emergency services, social inclusion initiatives for vulnerable adults, and the design and implementation of Australian and international wide child safeguarding policy frameworks.

Jo is a Chartered Accountant and joined Carers SA in 2015. She previously worked as an auditor in Big 4 firms and as a Financial Controller for a large corporate company. She has a strong passion for the not for profit sector and brings a wealth of finance, risk, Human Resources, IT, operational and administration knowledge to the organisation.

Shaun is an influential leader with over 20 years’ experience in operational, human resources and leadership development roles in the commercial, community services and hospitality sectors. He is passionate and committed to applying his expertise in leadership, coaching, continuous improvement, and facilitation to deploy solutions to drive strong people and business performance. Shaun is a certified Human Resources Practitioner and holds a Bachelor of Science, Diploma of Human Resource Management, and a Cert IV in Training & Assessment

Sarah Hylton has dedicated her career to supporting Carers and advancing mental health practices. With a strong background in Counselling and Psychotherapy, she has held various leadership roles, demonstrating her ability to drive change and foster strategic partnerships. As the Executive Manager Service Delivery at Carers SA, Sarah’s focus is to ensure Carers receive the support and resources they need. Recognised with the 2019 Mental Health Coalition’s Lived Experience award, she remains committed to destigmatising mental illness and promoting positive mental health. Sarah’s leadership skills and passion for making a difference are shaping the future of services for Carers and the broader community

Tony has substantial experience in providing financial advice to individuals and small – medium sized business owners and regularly advises on financial planning matters ranging from personal risk insurance advice to next generation succession.

His private wealth experience is complemented by over 30 years’ experience in the provision of taxation, accounting, business and strategic planning advice to a range of business and professional clients.

Tony also provides expert comments for articles that appear in the media including the Advertiser, the Herald Sun, Daily Telegraph, AFR and Courier Mail.

Tony’s expertise includes:

•  Transactional support services
•  Financial planning and superannuation advice
• Strategic financial services advice
• Self-Managed Superannuation Fund establishment and compliance
• Personal risk insurance advice
• Financial advisory services to small to medium family businesses and professional practices.

Tony was appointed to the Board to fill a casual vacancy in August 2022.

Adrian retired in July 2018 after over 43 years with Deloitte where he undertook a range of roles including being a Principal in their Audit & Assurance group. Adrian’s qualifications include, a Bachelor of Economics, Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accounts in Australia and New Zealand. Appointed to the Board May 2019.

Experienced manager highly skilled in the development and delivery of business operations, strategic planning, project management, and leadership.

More than 25 years professional experience in Human Services with a commitment to innovation that deepens social impact and facilitates cultural change through collaboration and planning.

Proven senior-level experience in complex decision-making, policy direction, financial and personnel management, research and development. Committed to the highest levels of professional and personal excellence.

Jody was appointed to the Board to fill a casual vacancy in February 2023.

With extensive and diverse executive leadership experience in Government, community service and project management, Sharon has achieved success in leading people and organisations. As well as identifying the issues of importance in complex situations and implement adaptive future looking responses.

Building strategic relationships both external and internal based on trust and respect and develop networks to drive business outcomes and development of organisational culture.

Sharon’s approach to leadership is bring out the best in others, identifying common interests and shared goals and creating an environment where diverse people thrive.

Sharon was appointed to the Board to fill a casual vacancy in February 2023.

Sonya Weiser is the Director and Principal Consultant of Wiser Technology Advice, a division of the family business Weiser Australia Pty. Ltd. Sonya has a wealth of experience in board and committee roles, with significant background in the information technology industry and management consulting.

Her extensive involvement in volunteering demonstrates Sonya’s belief in giving back to the community, through membership of not-for-profit boards, volunteer roles in Rotary and other organisations, and professional services provided to not-for-profit organisations. Sonya’s is an active member of the Rotary Club of Adelaide, contributing to numerous committees, and is a mentor in the Rotary Club of Adelaide’s mentoring program.

Sonya was appointed to the Board in November 2021.

During the past 40 years, Paul has gained extensive knowledge and experience in accounting, audit, investigation, research, team management, achieving budgets, interpreting legislation and brief preparation while working in the private sector, and for the state and federal governments. He has completed studies in finance, business, management, statutory compliance, and investigations.

As a Carer continuously for over 25 years, he has cared for 4 family members, 3 at the same time for several years and during the last 7 years fulltime and part time, for 1 member. During this time Paul has experienced many obstacles and challenges that Carers face daily, advocating with numerous agencies especially in the medical system and is keen to offer his assistance to improve the lives of Carers and the person they care for.

Paul was elected to the Board at the AGM in 2023.

Stuart has over 30 years experience working in Technology organisations predominantly in the private sector, having moved into the government sector in the past 5 years.

Stuart has a Bachelor of Economics, a Bachelor of Science (Honours) and is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD).

Stuart was appointed to the Board to fill a casual vacancy in June 2024.

Angela Allison is an experienced senior executive and non-executive board member with key skills in the areas of governance, strategy, risk, financial management and business transformation.

Angela is driven to boost productivity by upskilling people, building relationships and streamlining organisational governance, policy and practice.

Prior to moving to the role of General Manager City Services with the City of Marion, Angela held a number of strategic executive roles in corporate services, strategy, performance measurement, marketing, social housing, screen industry and state migration services in addition to Board and Finance Committee expertise across the information technology, migration, housing, health, education, arts, ageing, disability and waste management sectors.

Angela is a Certified Practicing Accountant and holds qualifications in accountancy, project management and company directors.

Lauren Bradley is an accomplished not-for-profit leader with extensive experience in senior management, governance, and advocacy. She combines strategic insight with operational excellence to deliver impactful outcomes in complex, multi-stakeholder environments and currently manages an international public health donor-funded program in Southeast Asia.

Lauren’s governance expertise includes non-executive director roles with member-based national and state organisations including the Australian Federation of AIDS Organisations (now Health Equity Matters), Hepatitis Australia, Hepatitis ACT and Women in Aid & Development. She is committed to strengthening governance frameworks focusing on risk, compliance and sustainability. Additionally, she is a strong advocate for policy reform for highly stigmatised and vulnerable community members and has influenced changes in public health, human rights, and community development through her leadership in government submissions, stakeholder engagement, and consensus-building efforts.