Our Team
We are small, mighty and looking to grow! We are a team of passionate individuals who are committed to making a difference in the lives of young people. We also believe the more dedicated and passionate individuals we have involved in Georgie‘s, the greater our impact. If you would like to get involved, please contact us here
Jack Jones
CEO
Jack has previously worked in educational settings mentoring Indigenous youth in urban, rural and remote environments, led a mental health charity and worked as a consultant, advising government agencies on mental health service design, policies, reform and systemic change. Jack is the CEO of Georgie’s, overseeing the design and implementation of the service, whilst managing relationships and partnerships throughout the journey. Jack reports directly to the Board.
Jade Speight
Marketing and Communications Manager
Super keen to be jumping on board to head up Georgie’s Marketing and Comms! I feel so lucky to have grown up in the best place on earth (the Northern Beaches), always at the beach, I consider myself a big fan of health and wellness, my morning routine is paramount to a productive day. I love connecting with people over a good cup of coffee and I've always got some sort of music playing.
Our Board
Gary Zamel
Gary is an Avalon resident with a passion and commitment to solve a seemingly complex social problem by using his 40 years of experience to create and govern Georgie’s, an organisation that aims to address youth mental health challenges.
Dr Rachael Murrihy
Rachael is the Director of The Kidman Centre, a department within the Faculty of Science at University of Technology Sydney dedicated to the understanding, prevention and reduction of mental health problems in young people aged 5 to 25. Dr Murrihy obtained her Doctorate of Clinical Psychology from the University of Wollongong in 2006 and subsequently received the John Freestone Award for outstanding achievement in a clinical training program. Rachael will be leading the clinical governance of Georgie’s
Kylie Clark
Kylie is passionate about people leadership and personal development, with a history of volunteering within programs that support underprivileged youth and children with learning and behavioural challenges & disorders. Kylie is a business owner and keen networker residing in Avalon Beach.
Andrew Earl
Having lived in Avalon Beach since 2009, Andrew volunteers as a mentor to local schools through a well-known nationwide youth support program. Andrew is passionate about ensuring young people in the community have one more supportive adult who cares about them, guides them through struggles, and connects them with personal growth and development opportunities.