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Our team

Our team

We are a dynamic and diverse team, combining unique backgrounds and skills. Together, we believe in the power of "you can, we can," create positive change.

Our Leadership team

Cameron Thayer

Chief Executive Officer

Cameron has worked in human services for 18 years with over 14 years in key leadership roles. His educational background includes a Bachelors in Behavioural Science (Psychology) and a Masters in Business Administration. His mantra and mission as a community-focused leader is to Empower people, Change lives and Give back to community.

Michelle Sharp

Corporate Services Manager

Michelle joined Karakan in 2007 as a Part Time Bookkeeper when the organisation was delivering services in southeast Brisbane. Michelle has been involved in the financial operations and management of services since that time and now as Corporate Services Manager overseas the corporate operations of the business.

 

Hayley Abell

Innovation and Impact Manager

Hayley has a 16-year history of working in the mental health sector to support organisational growth and development and quality service provision. Hayley uses her strategic leadership skills in policy reform and advocacy to support Karakan to diversify our service offering, improve our evaluation processes, and understand our impact in people’s lives.

Kirstyn Ross

Services Manager

With extensive experience in community services, including roles in mental health and child protection, Kirstyn brings a passion for inclusion and fostering connections. Committed to improving lives through advocacy and support, she strives to create positive impacts and promote well-being within diverse communities.

Service Team Leaders

Janelle Carrington

Youth Support Team Leader

Patrick Setefano

Multicultural Program Coordinator

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