Meet the team
CAROLINE AVILA - VICE-CHAIR /RESEARCH COMMITTEE CHAIR (Click for profile)
Years on the Board
2021 - Current
With experience starting a not for profit aimed at promoting better health outcomes in the community and running a successful health expo in the western district, Caroline contributes to the development of the MA strategic plan.
A strong passion in education Caroline strives to advance the research committee projects to assist MA members and the industry.
JENNIE MORRISON - DIRECTOR (Click for profile)
Profession:
Senior Manager at William Buck, chartered accountant.
Years on the Board
November 2021 to Current
Jennie brings expertise as an accountant in the health industry and brings an outsiders perspective, helping to steer the strategic direction of the association. As a dietitian in a previous career, she also brings knowledge and experience from being an allied health professional.
TOM MCLEAD - DIRECTOR (Click for profile)
Profession:
Myotherapist
Years on the Board
October 2021 - Current
Tom brings to the Board experience as a co-founder of a Myotherapy and Allied health clinic in Geelong which has a strong outcome approach, as well as a comfortable and positive learning culture.
He looks to increase the profile of the Myotherapy industry within the health sector as well as patient awareness of Myotherapy.
ANGELA LANGAN - DIRECTOR (Click for profile)
Profession:
Public Sector Executive
Years on the Board:
Since 2022
Angela brings legal, policy and government expertise to the Board, as well as the client perspective. Angela is a passionate advocate for the benefits of Myotherapy treatment to reduce pain, increase mobility, and keep the body moving well through life stages.
ANITA BIDDLE - DIRECTOR (Click for profile)
Profession:
Osteopath & Practice owner
Years on the Board:
Since 2022
Anita has been practicing as an Osteopath since 2001 and runs a multidisciplinary Allied Health clinic in Melbourneâs inner north. Anita brings decades of allied health industry and small business knowledge to the board.
JOANNE PHILLIPS - DIRECTOR (Click for profile)
Profession:
Consultant and Professional Association Executive
Years on the board
Since 2022
Joanne is a highly skilled association executive, with over a decade of experience in senior leadership and management roles, working closely with association Boards. She is passionate about supporting associations to create member experiences that deliver value, build enduring relationships and generate revenue. Joanne holds an MBA and is a Certified Association Executive with significant experience driving system improvements and finding innovative solutions that support collaboration across an organisation.