Biography

Deirdre has been a CEO, COO, CFO and CRO across the commercial, government & for purpose sectors, with an international focus, including exceptionally broad experience in health as well as insurance, events management and arts and culture, including with Arts Centre Melbourne, Alfred Heath and BUPA.

She has combined this with non-executive roles including serving on several Boards, including at Peter Mac and Breakthrough Victoria and a number of risk and audit committees. and now has a portfolio of roles.

“The joy of leadership comes from seeing others achieve more than they thought they were capable of.” – Simon Sinek

Coaching Expertise
In her executive career the ability to coach and mentor leaders and develop small and large teams through periods of change, growth and crisis was critical to Deirdre’s success. Deirdre’s passion for effective improvement and execution whilst building engagement and alignment means it was also the most satisfying element of her work.

She brings curiosity, analytical skills, kindness and a deep commitment to purpose to her coaching work.