Our Team

Lisa, formerly a Senior Partner at KPMG, joined CFWA on 1 February 2021. Lisa holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Western Australia, is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and a Certified Practicing Accountant. Lisa brings over 28 years of experience, working in or advising government, not for profit and health organisations on service delivery and business management.

Ric manages CFWA’s finances – including our grants and contracts – as well all our administration and compliance.

Sam is the manager of the Services team at CFWA. She is a physiotherapist with many years of experience working with children and adults with CF. She also coordinates our equipment program and provides a valuable link to the physiotherapists at the hospital.

Paula coordinates our community engagement events, financial support program and provides administration support to the services team. She also manages our team of Community Support Workers who provide in home support to individuals living with CF.

Michelle has experience in health promotions and education and manages our CF school and community and Chronic Wet Cough (CWC) education programs. She also coordinates our CF and CWC outreach visits to regional WA.

Emily has experience working as a Health Promotion Officer in New Zealand. She supports our CF school and community and Chronic Wet Cough (CWC) education programs, as well as our CF and CWC outreach visits to regional WA. Emily enjoys collaborating with diverse groups and building strong connections within the community to improve health outcomes.

Katie is a social worker with CFWA with experience in areas including child and adolescent mental health and family and domestic violence. She is dedicated to helping children and families navigate challenges, and access the resources they need.

Stella provides short-term therapy, professional guidance, and resource development, while also fostering peer connections and managing referrals to enhance the psychosocial wellbeing of individuals living with CF.

Jess manages the Fundraising team at Cystic Fibrosis WA. She has over 12 years of experience working in the not for profit sector and specialises in individual giving and corporate fundraising.

Cesare facilitates our grants applications and acquittals, maximising our impact and ensuring we remain compliant with our generous funders' requirements.

Matt coordinates the communications for the organisation including the website, newsletters and social media.

Gillian develops CF-related health resources and information for the CF community. She also works closely with the Services team to promote services, resources and events to the CF community.

Zoe brings a passion for digital engagement and a strong background in social media and graphic design to Cystic Fibrosis WA.

Chelsea brings 3+ years of experience in community fundraising and marketing. She coordinates a wide range of fundraising campaigns, including 65 Roses Day, and manages all of our community fundraisers - providing support, resources, and guidance to help them make the biggest impact.