Appointed: Fresh Leadership in Parkinson's NSW Board

Appointed: Fresh Leadership in Parkinson's NSW Board

In a recent shakeup at Parkinson's NSW, three new Board Members have been appointed following a stringent selection process. The existing Board, which includes two members living with the condition and a carer, has expanded to accommodate these fresh faces.

Let's meet the newcomers:

• Janina Jancu Janina, who once practiced law and traversed a 12-year corporate journey, culminating at the rank of General Manager, is no stranger to leadership. She's also graced the roles of Chief of Staff to the Lord Mayor of Sydney and Manager of Scholarships at UNSW. Recently, she’s dived headfirst into the non-profit sector, serving as Chief Operating Officer and Company Secretary for the Victor Chang Institute and Director of Operations and Company Secretary for ReachOut Australia.
• Nicole Schleicher With over 20 years of experience under her belt, Nicole is a seasoned vet in the non-profit sector. Her impressive resume spans managing service delivery and quality, as well as strategic projects, research, and evaluation. Nicole has held key roles with various organizations including The Smith Family, Baptist Community Services NSW, Wesley Mission, and The Benevolent Society. Today, she presides as General Manager of National Services for RedKite.
• Margaret Scott Margaret boasts over 30 years in senior fundraising roles for health and disability charities. Since starting her own consultancy business in 2013, she’s been a force to reckon with in the sector. Margaret served on the Board of the Fundraising Institute of Australia from 1998 to 2008, holding key roles like Chair, Vice Chair, and chairing multiple committees. She was also a member of Bloom Asia's board from 2017 to 2019.

1. Janina Jancu's career journey spanned 12 years, reaching the rank of General Manager in the corporate sector.
2. She also served as Chief of Staff to the Lord Mayor of Sydney and Manager of Scholarships at UNSW.
3. Recently, Jancu transitioned into the non-profit sector, taking on roles as Chief Operating Officer and Company Secretary for the Victor Chang Institute.
4. She also served as Director of Operations and Company Secretary for ReachOut Australia.
5. Nicole Schleicher has over 20 years of experience in the non-profit sector.
6. She has managed service delivery and quality, as well as strategic projects, research, and evaluation.
7. Schleicher held key roles with various organizations including The Smith Family, Baptist Community Services NSW, Wesley Mission, and The Benevolent Society.
8. Today, she is the General Manager of National Services for RedKite.
9. Margaret Scott has over 30 years of experience in senior fundraising roles for health and disability charities.
10. She started her own consultancy business in 2013 and has been a significant figure in the sector since.
11. Scott served on the Board of the Fundraising Institute of Australia from 1998 to 2008, holding key positions such as Chair, Vice Chair, and chairing multiple committees.
12. She was also a member of Bloom Asia's board from 2017 to 2019.
13. In a recent shakeup at Parkinson's NSW, three new Board Members have been appointed.
14. The existing Board, which includes two members living with the condition and a carer, has expanded.
15. The new Board Members will work towards workplace wellness, focusing on medical conditions such as chronic diseases, cancer, respiratory conditions, digestive health, eye health, hearing, mental health, men's health, women's health, and skin care.
16. They will also address autoimmune disorders, climate change, neurological disorders, and environmental science.
17. The Board will focus on industries such as manufacturing, finance, energy, retail, entrepreneurship, transportation, and real estate.
18. They will also address health and wellness, fitness and exercise, nutrition, aging, and parenting.
19. Therapies and treatments, such as cbd, will be part of their focus to improve overall health and wellness.
20. They will also tackle cardiovascular health, weight management, and skin conditions.
21. The Board will also address environmental-science-related issues such as climate change and its impact on health.
22. As part of the Board's responsibilities, they will also explore the role of the industry, including Medicare, in addressing health and wellness issues.
23. They will also delve into the role of finance, fintech, personal finance, banking, and insurance in addressing health and wellness issues.24.Addressing mental health is a critical component of the Board's role, along with men's health, women's health, and sexual health.
24. The Board will also address aerospace, space and astronomy, and the potential impact of these industries on health and wellness.
25. In the realm of diversity and inclusion, the Board will ensure representation for small businesses, venture capital, and entrepreneurship.
26. For economic safety and stability, the Board will also address issues such as saving, debt management, and budgeting.
27. The Board's ultimate goal is to create a healthier and more inclusive workplace and society at large.

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