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Our People

Michael Poulton

CEO

Expert collaborator with an enthusiasm for developing ambitious and thought leading strategy to deliver outstanding outcomes. An eternal optimist with infectious positivity!

Michael is a highly engaging leader with a passion for bringing people together to achieve and helping people reach their potential.

Catch phrase: “I think I actually taught him/her in a previous life”

Gayle Adams

​Executive Counsel Expert

Committee for Ballarat stalwart dripping with diplomacy and integrity, Gayle is the cornerstone for our Board and key project work, all done with great class and style. Behind that modest and self-effacing façade is an incisive mind, a sharp wit and a deadly sense of humour.

Catch phrase: “Doll, I wonder if you have considered the following options?”

Ellen Jackson

Program Lead, Leadership

A deep thinker with astonishing listening skills and always in stylish colourful outfits! Ellen brings a sense of calm and high intellect to every conversation. She is passionate about turning intention to action – leaders walking the walk!

Catchphrase: “Sure I’ll enter the boss’s crazy COVID competition and win all the donuts!”

 

Adele Nairn

Leadership Programs Co-ordinator

Passionate, professional, committed and super (over?) organised capture the essence of Adele. Her insight and strategic approach to Committee for Ballarat’s work and events helps deliver a consistently high standard.

Catch phrase: Really loud belly laugh

Karina Farmers

Leadership Programs Co-ordinator

Karina’s curiosity and interest delivers a unique ability to consider things from a different perspective.

Always considered and insightful with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Above all, she loves seeing people thrive and be the best, healthiest version of themselves.

Catch phrase: “Yes, my face looks familiar, I was the captain of Grammar and sister of well-known Ballarat philanthropist.”

Sally Rothberg

Digital Communications

Passionate about all things digital, Sally brings her curiosity and creativity to her role here at Committee.

Catch phrase:  “I’ll monitor the post to see how well it does. I’ll also monitor the office plant situation – do we need another plant?”

Lee Martin

Business Support Officer

With her boundless energy and can-do attitude, Lee is an integral part of the team. Always looking for ways to empower and support those around her, Lee’s passion for people and strong sense of determination are the key to her success.

“Just tell me what you need and I’ll get it done!”

  

T: +61 (03) 5332 1240
E: admin@committeeforballarat.com

Committee for Ballarat
PO Box 743, Ballarat VIC 3353
(Suite 6, Technology Park Central, 106-110 Lydiard Street South, Ballarat)

We wish to acknowledge the Traditional Owners of this land, the Wadawurrung People, and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging. Committee for Ballarat acknowledges and respects their continuing culture and the contribution they make to the life of this city and this region.

 

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