Variety is guided by passionate staff and leaders who share a common goal — helping every child reach their full potential.
Variety Queensland Staff
Variety – the Children’s Charity of Queensland is proud to be supported by a dedicated team of passionate professionals who bring a wealth of experience, expertise and commitment to our mission. Our staff work tirelessly to create opportunities, deliver programs and make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families across Queensland.
Erin Lazarou
General Manager
Amanda Miles
Head of Finance & Corporate Services
Melanie Smith
Finance & Corporate Services Officer
Lizy Ritchard
Supporter Experience Manager
Matt Nutting
Events Manager
Jenn Harley
Grants & Programs Manager (Kids Support)
Samantha Keith
Grants & Programs Coordinator
Myles Kehoe
Business Development Manager
Matthew Mawkes
Fundraising Campaigns & Marketing Manager
Alex Houghton
Digital Marketing Manager
Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission
Explore our annual reports, financial information and governance documents to see how Variety Queensland delivers impact for children and families across the state.
Variety – the Children’s Charity is honoured to benefit from the extraordinary dedication and abilities of our volunteer Board of Directors. Board members include leaders in corporate government and businesses in Australia.
Viv Coleman
Board Chair Advocacy Committee Chair
Sam Fyfe
Deputy Chair Audit & Governance Committee Chair People & Culture Committee Member
Duncan Murray
Secretary Grants Committee Chair
John Dickson
Treasurer Audit & Governance Committee Member
Rod Francisco
Board Member People & Culture Committee Chair
Brett Peatey
Board Member People & Culture Committee Member
Dakota Brown
Board Member Audit & Governance Committee Member Advocacy Committee Member
