Our People

Meet the key representatives of Variety – the Children's Charity Victoria. Our dedicated team are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children in need.

Board of Directors

Variety – the Children’s Charity is honoured to benefit from the extraordinary dedication and abilities of our volunteer Board of Directors. Board members include leaders in corporate government and businesses in Australia.

Geoff Handberg

Chair (Chief Barker)

Ken Pryor

Crew Member

Andrew Hird

Crew Member

Lindsay Dare

Crew Member

Harvey Carretero

Crew Member

Jason McKenzie

Deputy Chair

Steven Bradby

Treasurer

Gary Caddy

Crew Member

Nerida Wallace

Crew Member

Staff Members

Peter Bruce

Chief Executive Officer

Melissa Williams

Head of Fundraising & Marketing

Kellee Ireland

Head of Operations & Kids Support

Estelle Jullien

Philanthropy and Partnerships Manager

Amanda Gilbert 

Fundraising Coordinator

Damelza Snelders

Finance Manager

Christin Pramono

Assistant Accountant

Cate Hamill

Kids Support Coordinator

Jodie Carmody

Events & Community Engagement Manager

Ella Cookson

Event Specialist

Nick Clarke

Motoring Events Manager

Georgie Smith 

Fundraising & Campaigns Manager

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