QDN has a small, dedicated team that consists of staff who work full time and part time.

Senior Management Team

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Michelle Moss, Chief Executive Officer

I have worked in the human services sector for almost 30 years including disability, health, and domestic violence. I have worked in both Government and non-Government sectors in a variety of roles including direct support work, complex behaviour support, policy, training and education, consumer and community engagement and project management. My work is founded on a strong commitment to ensuring the voice of people is part of the public policy and the design, planning and evaluation of services and systems.

Steve Coulter, General Manager 

I have 23 years’ experience of working in communication, media and marketing, mostly within the not-for-profit sector. Having a personal connection to people living with disability, it drives my commitment to social justice, inclusion, and equality. I have worked for Spinal Life, PresCare, Centacare, Brisbane Airport Corporation, QPCU and The Co-Operative Society (UK).

Brendan Geaney, Finance and Corporate Services Manager 

I am accounting professional with over 30 years’ experience that include 15+ years in the not-for-profit sector, working for Surf Lifesaving Queensland and PCYC. My passion is working within this sector. I have also gained 12 years’ experience of working across manufacturing and service industries in North Queensland and Brisbane.

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Rebecca Cason, Project & Innovation Manager

I bring over 25 years’ experience in the not-for-profit sector across disability, community services, and the creative industries. My background includes roles in project management, marketing and communications, business development, policy, and governance. I am passionate about leading projects through authentic co-design, ensuring the voices of lived experience shape meaningful change and the design of more inclusive systems.

 

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Karen Maciolek, Manager of Policy 

With an extensive career spanning over two decades in the dynamic realm of human services, I bring a wealth of experience across the domains of disability support and aged care. My journey has been marked by diverse roles that have enriched my understanding of this field: from hands-on direct support and coordination to effective service management, positive behavior support, and to senior management. My professional journey has been underpinned by an unwavering dedication to the principles of social justice. Guided by this, I consistently advocate for equitable opportunities and rights for all individuals.

 

The QDN Team

Carla Mendoza, QDeNgage Lead

Carly Kendall, Housing Lead

Jo Smethhurst, Disability Reform Lead

Nicholas Mukherjee, Senior Policy Lead - General

Nicole Taylor, Engagement Lead - Peer Support

 

Meet the QDN Staff