Meet Our Board
Patron, Founder and Ambassador
Dr Susan Alberti AC AO AM
Pioneer Susan Alberti AC, one of Australia’s pre-eminent philanthropists, businesswoman, role model and mentor to young women.
Fiona McDonald
Fiona McDonald’s career began as a light vehicle apprentice, during which Fiona started a networking group for women in trades, building relationships and establishing partnerships with business and industry.
Kendra Heil
AFLW player Kendra Heil from the Essendon Bombers, a painter, has joined the TWA Community Foundation team as an Ambassador.
Tradeswomen Australia Board
Richard Dent
Non-Executive Director
Richard Dent, OAM FAICD, has exercised leadership for a better world for more than 25 years.
Kate Hughes Hallett
TWA Non-Executive Board Member and TWACF Chair
Kate operates her own business development and tender consulting service, supporting her clients to tender for and deliver major projects.
Bianca Shepherd
Non-Executive Director Bianca Shepherd is an accomplished Engineering Workshop Manager at the Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO), with a robust background in electrical
Ashley Belteky
Non-Executive Director Ashley is a Heavy Vehicle Diesel Mechanic. While many might expect her to come from a family engaged in the automotive sector, her
Samantha Grant
Non-Executive Director Samantha Grant has over 15 years of experience across private, public and education sectors, where she has focused on creating equitable opportunities for
Tony Noble
Non-Executive Director Tony began his career as an apprentice electrician, gaining hands-on experience across domestic, commercial, light industrial, and telecommunications sectors. Over 40 years, he
Joanne Fox
Non Executive-Director Joeanne Fox is a passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion, bringing extensive experience in leadership, workforce development, and strategic growth. Combining strategic vision
Kit McMahon
TWA Chair
Kit McMahon is a C-Suite executive with 20 years’ leadership experience and an in-depth capacity for strategic planning and execution.
Amy Wells
Non-Executive Director
Amy is an engineer with private and public business experience.
Charmaine Chalmers
Non-Executive Director
Charmaine has been a Partner at PwC for 12 years and currently leads PwC’s Enterprise Digital business.
