Lynne Harwood
Chief Executive Officer
Lynne joined Forrest Personnel in November 2021 and brings over 20 years of experience as a CEO in the community and disability sectors working with a range of organisations in Tasmania, NSW and ACT. She has significant experience in cultural, organisational and financial transformation, particularly during periods of substantial change. Lynne holds a Bachelor of Commerce and is a Certified Practising Accountant and applies strong strategic leadership, lateral thinking and exceptional abilities at marshalling resources to gain the best outcomes for the people we serve.
Renae Hartmann
Head of Service Delivery
Renae joined Forrest Personnel in 2022, she has 12 years’ experience in the Disability Sector focusing on Employment. Renae has developed award winning programs for service provision of employment supports for people with disability, as well as working with a Partner in the Community delivering the NDIS LAC program. She has held a number of positions on reference and working groups including – the National Disability Insurance Agency’s Employment Reference Group and has contributed to NDIS Employment supports funding reviews. Renae has lived experience of Disability as a carer and is passionate about person centred service delivery and support for our participants to be empowered to build their own future. She has a background in business, hospitality and event management and holds qualifications in Business Management, Leadership and Management, and Communication.
Lee-Ann Hassim
Chief Financial Officer
Lee-Ann has a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting Science and is a CAANZ Provisional member with 20 years of experience in leading national and international industries such as education, mining power generation, logistics and beverage co-packing. Working as a key finance business advisor and decision support at strategic and operational levels, Lee-Ann focusses on results and company strategic targets through efficiency and productivity improvement while simultaneously responding to ever changing market conditions. Lee-Ann is passionate about supporting organisational sustainability through driving growth and development.
Jane Moore
Executive Officer Organisational Culture
Commencing with Forrest Personnel in 2022, Jane comes to the organisation from Tasmania with an extensive background in administration and business services in the education and disability sectors. With experience in establishing and transforming organisational culture, Jane has a commitment to creating positive workplace environments and improving the wellbeing of employees. A champion of the FiSH! Philosophy Jane has a focus on building a culture that improves employee engagement, teamwork and person centred relationships.
Sian Manning
Executive Assistant/Office Manager
Sian joined Forrest Personnel as the Executive Assistant to the CEO in 2022 and brings over 12 years of administration experience to the role. Sian has demonstrated experience with all administrative tasks, including organisation skills, scheduling, and correspondence all within a fast-paced environment. Sian is passionate about providing exceptional level of support to the Office of the CEO as all high performing Executives require effective and efficient assistance.
Damien Brennan
Company Secretary
Damien joined Forrest Personnel as its Company Secretary in May 2022. Along with an extensive background in law, Damien has substantial experience in Chairing committees in the education and not for profit sector, and in facilitating conciliation and mediation conferences. Damien is a strong and passionate advocate for equality and non-discrimination and has significant experience in the domestic violence sector. Damien holds a Bachelor of Laws and is a qualified Arbitrator and Mediator. He also holds qualifications in Small Business Management and Work Health and Safety and is a qualified Trainer and Assessor.