Our People
At the heart for The Nappy Collective is community. We are powered by our volunteers running Collectives in their own communities.
We couldn’t do our work without them.
OUR HEAD OFFICE
Sue Karzis - CEO
Sue has spent her career leading purpose-driven organisations.
Before joining The Nappy Collective, she served as CEO of State Schools’ Relief, where the organisation delivered record levels of support to more than 94,000 disadvantaged students in a single year. She has also recently stepped into the role of Chair at the Lost Dogs’ Home, where she is proud to lead an organisation dedicated to protecting and giving a voice to those who cannot always speak for themselves.
Sue’s career has been defined by her commitment to equity and access, particularly for young people, through roles at Monash College and Trinity College, University of Melbourne. What unites all of Sue’s work is a firm belief that leadership is about showing up where it matters most and building systems that work for those who’ve been overlooked.
Lauren Read - Head of Operations
Lauren’s first fundraiser was at age 10, selling baked goods and badges out the front of her local general store in aid of koala conservation. It wasn’t terribly successful, but that feeling of making a positive contribution stayed with her long after the last hedgehog slice sold.
Lauren has since spent more than 10 years dedicating her professional life to making a positive impact in our communities. She has worked and volunteered with major non-profit organisations, ensuring children, women and families are supported during times of crisis, with a focus on providing access to basic essentials. With experience as both a Volunteer/Project Coordinator and a volunteer herself, Lauren has a deep appreciation for all that volunteers do and is inspired by what communities can achieve when they work together. And as a mum to two little ones herself, she’s dedicated to ensuring nappies are accessible for every little bum in Australia.
Jasmine Treen - Operations Support Officer
Jasmine first joined The Nappy Collective as a volunteer, later taking on the role of WA Volunteer Coordinator, where her exceptional organisation and reliability quickly stood out. She soon began supporting our head office team, and now works as our Operations Support Officer, assisting with national Operations and Volunteer Onboarding.
OUR BOARD
Our Volunteer Board, led by Founder Sandra Jacobs lead the overall strategic direction of The Nappy Collective.
Sandra Jacobs, Chair
Sandra Jacobs is a philanthropic executive and social entrepreneur with a background in wealth management. Sandra's executive roles have included CEO at the Self-Determination Fund and the Bennelong Foundation. Sandra transitioned to the philanthropic sector following 12 years at Morgan Stanley as a private wealth adviser. Sandra has and continues to contribute to the community through not-for-profit directorship roles, focusing on supporting women, children, education, employment, social cohesion, youth, and the arts.
Leonora Roccisano LLB/LP FGIA, Company Secretary
Leonora has spent her career managing risk for private clients and in house for international banks. In Leonora's legal career, she worked as a litigator and alternative dispute resolution professional across Australia and Asia. During her time in the international banking arena, she advised on Operational Risk Management, product risk management and risk governance in Asia, Africa and the United Kingdom. Leonora is now based in Melbourne and continues to consult in this area. She lives with her fiancé and dog Monty and loves them both very much, as well as interior architecture and design. Leonora is an ardent believer that access to basic needs, like nappies, disproportionately improves the trajectory of a life and its community.
Jacob Clifton, Vice-Chair
Jacob was introduced to the work of The Nappy Collective when he was a Chief of Staff in the Victorian Government and has continued to be a supporter. He has worked across three levels of government in Australia at the highest levels and is passionate about social justice and children's wellbeing.
Jacob has three children - including one still in nappies - and is acutely aware of the stress that purchasing nappies generates for people in a less fortunate position. Jacob welcomes the opportunity to contribute to the work of The Nappy Collective.
Rebecca Xuereb
Rebecca is a passionate individual who is excited about the opportunity to be a part of The Nappy Collective. With three children of her own, and over 12 years of experience as a registered foster carer, she understands the importance of supporting Australian families to ensure that children are given every opportunity to thrive.
As an engineer with a background in management consulting, Rebecca brings a unique skill set to her role as a board member of The Nappy Collective. Her analytical skills and strategic mindset have been honed through her experience as the Head of Strategic Partnerships for an energy management firm where she has successfully built partnerships and driven growth.
Cynthia Chiu, Treasurer
Cynthia has always loved the idea of giving back to the community and contributing towards making an impact to the wider society. When presented with the opportunity to be involved with The Nappy Collective as a Treasurer in 2021, it perfectly matched her skills in the Accounting and Advisory industry as well as her experience in having 2 little boys.
Cynthia is a Partner at Rose Partners and has over 13 years of experience in the industry. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting and Finance) with Distinction, a Masters in Applied Finance, and is a CPA.
Marianne Marchesi GAICD
Marianne is the Founder and Managing Principal of Legalite - a multi-award-winning commercial law firm committed to delivering Simplified and Strategic Advice.
She is a visionary leader, deeply passionate about the power of business as a force of good, and the intersection between for-profit and for-purpose businesses.
As a mum to two young kids, Marianne became aware of The Nappy Collective after the birth of her first child during Melbourne lockdowns, and felt a keen sense of privilege to be able to access essential baby and hygiene products. With this, she is even more emboldened to make sure no family ever has to go without clean nappies for their little ones.
Marianne holds a Bachelor of Laws, Bachelor of Arts (Politics) and is a Graduate of the AICD Company Director's Course.
OUR VOLUNTEER COLLECTIVE LEADERS
Our Collective Leaders generously volunteer their time to manage Local Collectives across their own regions. They are the unsung heroes of The Nappy Collective.
MELBOURNE
Central, East and North East - Position available
South East and Mornington Peninsula - Hope Trueman
West and North - Kylie Conway
GEELONG - Position available
BALLARAT - Position available
BENDIGO - Position available
HOBART - Sahana Sehgal
ADELAIDE - Kaitlin Scott
PERTH - Paula Gates
ALICE SPRINGS - Position available
DARWIN - Position available
BRISBANE - Alice McKay
SUNSHINE COAST - Position available
GOLD COAST - Position available
SYDNEY
Central, East and North - Antonia Murphy
South and West - Position available
NEWCASTLE AND CENTRAL COAST - Sharon Williams
ORANGE AND CENTRAL WEST - Position available
WOLLONGONG AND SOUTH COAST - Position available
CANBERRA - Position available
Join the team!
We are always looking for volunteers across Australia to join our team.