Lifestart’s leaders are guided by our vision for all children and young people to be able to participate inclusively and meaningfully in their community, and our values of inclusion, diversity, collaboration and integrity.
The Board and Senior Management Team are committed to conducting the organisation’s business ethically in accordance with the highest standards of governance and the National Standards for Disability Services.
Our Board
Our Board is made up of volunteers, including experienced parents, carers and community representatives, who represent the members and set goal and objectives for Lifestart. The Board operates in accordance with the Board Charter and Ethical Framework.
Kathryn Greiner
AO; BSW(UNSW); DLitt (honoris causa); (Chair)
Joann Lewis
BCom; ACA; GAICD; Graduate Diploma of Applied Finance
John Haddock
BCom; MCom
Adrian Diggelmann
BCom; MBA
Helen Craig
Darren Umbers
Our senior executive
We're proud of our highly skilled, committed team, which is the foundation of Lifestart's success. The team have a broad range of experiences and share a passion for making a difference for children and young people living with disability and their family and carers. The Lifestart Senior Executive Team is committed to providing quality services to children, young people and their families in an effective and efficient manner.
Danny Kapustin
CEO
Aaron Darc
Director, Marketing and Customer Experience
Padmi Pathinather
Director, People and Culture
Theo Parvakis
Chief Financial Officer
More about us
Our mission is to build inclusive communities for children and young people
Our history spans over 20 years proving quality services to people living with disability and their families and carers
