Ross Williamson - Chair

Ross has significant Board experience, having held numerous Board Director roles or worked directly for a Board since 1996, as follows:

1992-1996: State Swimming Centre Board (Director);

1996-2001: Melbourne Sports & Aquatic Centre board (Secretary);

2002-2004: Geelong Golf Club Committee (EO);

2004-2010 Sanctuary Lakes Golf Club & Body Corporate Association (EO);

2012-2017: South Melbourne Market Committee (EO); and

Currently: Western Region Football League Board (Director).

Ross has had a long and varied association with volunteer committees and understands the importance of cohesive boards and the need for a clear vision to guide management.

Ross’ strengths are the ability to work cooperatively, treat people with respect, maintain relationships in tense situations and make considered decisions based on evidence. 

Simon Oldham - Treasurer

For over 30 years Simon has performed management roles in both Commercial (Qantas Airways), Public Service (Department of Treasury) and Not for Profit (Independent School) environments.

A diverse background, he has worked in the area of Financial and Management Accounting, Business Strategic and Financial Planning, Legal and Governance matters, Risk Management, Logistics and Resource Management, Human  and Industrial Relations and Capital Works and Property Management. In the past, he has also been a Committee Member and Director of the Association of School Business Administrators (ASBA).

Simon is currently responsible for Finance and Governance matters at a Not for Profit Independent School, holds a Bachelor of Commerce, is a Fellow member of the CPAs and a Fellow member of the Governance Institute of Australia.

Allison Crunden - Director 

Allison has lived in Melbourne's West for the past 20 years and has a background in Occupational Therapy and OHS. She is currently employed as a People & Corporate Manager and is responsible for leading Human Resource Management, Quality and Corporate Services.

Allison has also served on two committees on a voluntary basis; Angliss Childcare Centre (2 years) and Hyde Street Youth Band (4 years and currently). She has also worked for 5 years as a volunteer for the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre including one year as their OHS Manager.

Allison is an excellent communicator with a strong ability to develop rapport with a wide range of people. She has strong skills in the development of systems and processes and facilitating groups and project teams.

Tom Pere - Director 

During his corporate career, Tom has worked in a range of Human Resource positions both internationally and locally and across multiple business sectors. In those roles, and as a member of various leadership teams, Tom was directly involved in setting and guiding the organization’s people strategies. He has also led major change initiatives in support of the business’ strategic direction.

Tom has previously been a Trustee Director for a large corporate superannuation fund. He holds a Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Organizational Psychology and is a past graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. He is now retired.

Being domiciled in the inner western suburbs for many years, and as a member of the Westgate Health Co-op for 10 plus years, Tom understands the importance of having an effective, easily accessible health service for the local community – one that maintains its viability into the future.

Jason Egbers - Director

Jason Egbers is a seasoned executive and Senior Program Manager with over 20 years of experience across technology, digital transformation, commercial strategy, start-ups, and business growth. As the founder of Solved Consulting, Jason specializes in guiding organizations through the complexities of change, ensuring strategy aligns with execution realities and delivering successful business transformations.

With deep expertise in strategy execution, implementation readiness, and stakeholder engagement, Jason has led large-scale programs across various industries, driving impactful outcomes for both commercial and non-profit sectors. His passion for governance, strategic thinking, and organizational resilience makes him a valuable contributor to mission-driven initiatives.

Jason is committed to leveraging his skills and experience to support the growth and sustainability of non-profit organizations, ensuring they achieve their goals and create lasting impact in their communities.

Bill Morton- Director  

Bill Morton professional career spans thirty years in the community sector in Australia and overseas. He has worked in variety of roles for government and not-for-profit organisations, with extensive experience in program management, research and policy.  Towards the end of his career he worked as manager of a small family business.  

Bill has been a member of boards and management committees for several community organisations. As a western suburbs resident and long-term member of Westgate Health Co-op, he is committed to ensuring the Coop continues to provide affordable, accessible and quality health care for its members, and adapts and prospers in a rapidly changing health care environment.