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COMMITTEE.
Dr Kathy Walker OAM
President
Ms Kathy Walker OAM joined BayCISS in 2023 and brings over 20 years of national and international experience in leadership and change management.
She is highly regarded for her expertise in communication, conflict resolution and strengthening relationships within organisations.
Kathy has held senior roles including academic at RMIT University and Manager of Child and Adolescent Therapy at Monash University. She is also the Founding Director of Early Life Foundations, supporting parents, families and educators across early childhood and primary settings globally.
Dr Heather Stacy AM
Secretary
Ms Heather Stacy AM (Dip App Sci (Ag), MBA, GAICD) joined BayCISS in 2022 and is an experienced executive with a background across corporate, government and not-for-profit sectors in Australia and internationally.
Her expertise spans stakeholder engagement, supply chain logistics, manufacturing and workplace health and safety. She currently serves as a non executive director on several boards supporting innovation and regional communities.
Ms Rose Paduano
Executive Officer
Ms Rose Paduano (B.A., Dip Ed Psych, M.Ed Psych) joined BayCISS in 2022 and brings extensive experience across community services and education.
With a background as a psychologist and senior leader, she has worked in counselling, service delivery and program management. Rose combines clinical expertise with operational leadership to support both the organisation and the community.
Janet Matheson
Vice President
Ms Janet Matheson (BBSc., Dip Ed., Grad Dip App Psych) joined BayCISS as a volunteer and has since completed the Community Support Worker course through CISVic.
She brings extensive experience in the education sector, having worked as a secondary teacher, TAFE trainer and in TAFE management, along with roles within the Department of Education focused on regulatory compliance and quality standards.
Dr Angela Spinney
Committee Member
Dr Angela Spinney has extensive experience in social housing and homelessness across the UK and Australia, with a strong focus on domestic and family violence.
She has led national research and training initiatives, including work with The Salvation Army, and has contributed to major policy and research projects in Australia. Angela is recognised as a leading authority in this field and has provided expert advice at a national level.
Dr Arne Buchholz
Treasurer
Chair, Risk and Compliance Sub-Committee
Dr Arne Buchholz (PhD, MBA, MAICD) joined BayCISS in 2025 and brings over 20 years of experience in operational improvement, product and process development and leadership across multiple industries.
He has extensive international experience working across all levels of organisations, from shopfloor to executive leadership, with a strong focus on delivering practical outcomes and driving effective, sustainable change.
Ms Joanna White
Committee Member
Ms Joanna White (LLB, BA, GDLP, Master of Arts) joined BayCISS in 2020 as a volunteer and later completed the Community Support Worker course.
She has a diverse background across law, community media and communications, and has worked in both Australia and overseas. Joanna now works as a freelance writer and content creator, bringing strong storytelling and community engagement skills.