The SPA Executive Leadership Team includes the Chief Executive Officer, Chief Operating Officer and the Company Secretary.
Jodie Long
Chief Executive Officer
Jodie is responsible for the implementation of the Association’s strategic direction and provides support and advice to the Board, including the reporting on financial matters and ensuring all statutory and compliance requirements are met. Jodie is also responsible for the direction of policy and government relations activities and represents the Association across a range of government and key stakeholder meetings and alliances. Jodie oversees the operations of the Association and ensures the National Office supports the needs of members and the broad functions of the Association.
Email Jodie Long
Robert Di Leva
Chief Operating Officer
Rob provides high level support to executive functions of the Association under the direction of the Chief Executive Officer. Rob also oversees operational systems and undertakes specific tasks in areas of delegated responsibility, including deputising for the Chief Executive Officer, as required.
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Nicole Pantalleresco
Company Secretary, Board and Executive Assistant
Nicole is responsible for providing executive administrative and project support to the Chief Executive Officer, Board of Directors, and other subcommittees of the Association. Nicole is also responsible for maintaining the Association’s Policy and Procedures manual and liaising with the Board regarding required changes. In addition, Nicole coordinates communication with university programs, including heads of speech pathology programs and providing support to the COMPASS® Online licensing process.
(Monday, Tuesday, and Friday)
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