Meet our Directors

Melissa is the General Manager of Sydney Dogs & Cats Home, previously the Vice President of their Board, and committed supporter and volunteer with the home for over 20 years.

Megan has a keen and long-standing interest in animal ethics, assisting in the development of our Positive Ageing in the Company of Animals Project and attending the 2015 Roundtable on Animal Welfare in Canberra.

Sue previously worked primarily in human services, driving towards de-institutionalising care in the welfare sector.

Sam has a wealth of experience across both the not-for-profit and corporate sectors in the UK and Australia, including extensive work within the animal welfare sector across South Australia and Queensland.

Mark has extensive experience across the NFP and corporate sectors with a keen interest in strategy, governance and business excellence, and is valued for his management and leadership skills. Mark is passionate about animal welfare and advocating for businesses across the NFP sector.

Jane is an experienced and energetic Director with a demonstrated history of leadership within the Financial Services and Telecommunications Sectors. The ability to navigate strategic shifts has been a core thread throughout a diverse career in sales, management and transformational turnaround within large International and Australian organisations.

Samantha is an dedicated and energetic not for profit leader, currently working in the human services sector, specifically disability and homelessness. She became a Board Director of SAFE Inc in 2023 after the loss of her rescue dog and has found a deep passion in spending her time supporting the mission of rehoming companion animals.