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.

Mel is a senior Occupational Therapist with a special interest in supporting families, both parents and children, in their life roles. Mel can provide advice to assist with the difficulties that can arise in the family system. Mel also facilitates our CF Connect program, building peer connection and reducing isolation in our CF community.

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.