Credit: Credit: Michael Haluwana.

About us

Overview

Our leadership

Andrew and Nicola Forrest founded Minderoo Foundation in 2001 and continue to drive its philanthropic mission today.

Our founders

In 2013, Andrew and Nicola were the first Australians to sign the Giving Pledge, committing to give away most of their wealth in their lifetimes.

Minderoo Foundation is backed by Tattarang, the Forrest family’s private investment group.

Dr Andrew Forrest, AO PhD

Nicola Forrest, AO

Board members

Minderoo’s leaders safeguard our values, organising principles and culture. Their expertise, counsel and example drive our strategy to fight for a fair future.

Dr Andrew Forrest, AO PhD

Nicola Forrest, AO

Allan Myers, AC KC

Barry McGuire

Tony Grist

Maria Myers, AC

Executive leadership

John Hartman

Chief Executive Officer

Penny Dakin

Communities Executive Director

Rachael Davern

Finance, Technology & Operations Executive Director

Jacqueline Joudo Larsen

Gender Equality Executive Director

Jessica McLagan

Natural Ecosystems Acting Executive Director

Tracy Newman

People & Culture Executive Director

Lenda Oshalem

Advocacy & Engagement Executive Director

Jenna Palumbo

Effective Philanthropy Executive Director

Hayley Panetta

Impact Missions Executive Director