Our Team

Meet the Living My Way Management Team

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The Executive Leadership Team

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Meet the Board

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Peter Strohkorb

Chair

Peter is an internationally acclaimed Sales Acceleration Specialist Advisor. He has spent over 20 years in the corporate sector, working for multinational organisations such as Sony, 3M, Canon and Commonwealth Superannuation Corporation (CSC), and several SMEs and membership-based organisations.

Peter is an internationally acclaimed Sales Acceleration Specialist Advisor. He has spent over 20 years in the corporate sector, working for multinational organisations such as Sony, 3M, Canon and Commonwealth Superannuation Corporation (CSC), and several SMEs and membership-based organisations. Peter holds qualifications in Marketing and Management from the prestigious Macquarie Graduate School of Management (MGSM) in Sydney, Australia. He is also a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD). Peter was inspired to support Living My Way when he witnessed the benefits of Self Managed Home Care Program in the later stages of his mother’s battle with Parkinson’s disease.

Peter Whyntie

Vice Chair

Peter is an independent risk management and compliance consultant with over 35 years experience in corporate, government and not-for-profit (NFP) sectors.

Peter is an independent risk management and compliance consultant with over 35 years experience in corporate, government and not-for-profit (NFP) sectors. He has assisted several NFP organisations including disability, aged care, medical research and mental health support services to enhance their risk management frameworks and governance. Peter is a Fellow of the Governance Institute of Australia and a Fellow (Life Member) of the GRC Institute (GRCI). Peter holds a Bachelor of Economics, Diploma in Corporate Management (GIA), Internationally Certified Compliance Professional, and was a graduate of the Company Directors Course (AICD).

Ken Ferris

Director

Ken is one of the founding Members of Living My Way. He acquired a Spinal Cord Injury in 1982 and was one of the first people in Australia to receive a self-managed attendant care package in the 1980's as part of a Commonwealth Government pilot study.

Ken is one of the founding members of Living My Way. Ken has been living with a spinal cord injury since 1982 and was one of the first Australians to receive a Self-Managed Home Care Package as part of a Commonwealth Government pilot program. He attributes his independent life achievements to living a self-directed life. Ken is an active advocate for the disability community and has sat on Boards for various disability organisations in NSW. Ken has also worked in the IT industry for several years. Currently, he is the manager of a mobility equipment company, Wheelchairs & Stuff, and a speciality car rental company for the disability, Disability Hire Vehicles.

Frank Burke

Director

Frank has over 20 years of experience in finance and accounting, specialising in operational and commercial support in fast-growth environments. During his time in finance leadership positions, Frank has worked extensively with medium to large sized businesses from various industries, including fashion retail, telecoms, hospitality and medical devices.

Frank has over 20 years of experience in finance and accounting, specialising in operational and commercial support in fast-growth environments. During his time in finance leadership positions, Frank has worked extensively with medium to large sized businesses from various industries, including fashion retail, telecoms, hospitality and medical devices. Frank has led key finance initiatives to support organisations’ strategic goals, working closely with the management team, providing insight and analysis for informed decision-making, ensuring effective financial control and risk management within dynamic organisational environments.

Sanjeev Gupta

Director

For over 25 years, Sanjeev has led many large and diverse teams to deliver complex digital transformation projects. He is passionate about using innovative digital technology to drive new revenue streams and use analytics, Big Data, social platforms and cloud systems to grow and strengthen the organisation’s value.

For over 25 years, Sanjeev has led many large and diverse teams to deliver complex digital transformation projects. He is passionate about using innovative digital technology to drive new revenue streams and use analytics, Big Data, social platforms and cloud systems to grow and strengthen the organisation’s value. Sanjeev is currently working as General Manager, Technology and Innovation at ORIX, and previously worked as Chief Information Officer at Greenstone Financial Services, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, HCF Australia and Cover-More Group.

Huw Thomas

Director

Huw has more than 15 years’ experience as a strategy and transformation consultant and executive coach. Huw regularly consults at the CEO and board level with clients in an array of industries including Westpac, Cerebral Palsy Alliance, Santos, RSL LifeCare, Foxtel, the ABC, BHP Billiton and numerous public service agencies.

Huw joined the Living My Way board in 2018 and has contributed to shaping the organisation’s vision, values, strategy culture and digital transformation. He has more than 15 years’ experience as a strategy and transformation consultant and executive coach. Huw regularly consults at the CEO and board level with clients in an array of industries including Westpac, Cerebral Palsy Alliance, Santos, RSL LifeCare, Foxtel, the ABC, BHP Billiton and numerous public service agencies. Huw currently leads a multi-million-dollar consulting portfolio in a boutique firm and has driven growth and organisational maturity through sales, marketing, account management, product & IP development.

Sarah Lukies

Director

Sarah is an experienced senior legal counsel with broad corporate, company secretary (ASX), commercial and specialist insurance expertise.

Sarah is an experienced senior legal counsel with broad corporate, company secretary (ASX), commercial and specialist insurance expertise. Sarah is currently Senior Legal & Governance Counsel at Xero Limited and a Non-Executive Director of West Gippsland Healthcare Group. Sarah was previously a Non-Executive Director and Chair of Kalparrin Incredible Kids. Sarah is a Fellow of the Governance Institute of Australia, a graduate of the AICD Company Directors Course and holds a Bachelor of Laws, Bachelor of Business, and a Master of Business Administration.

Suzanne Colbert

Director

Suzanne commenced her consultancy business in 2021 after stepping down as the founding CEO of the Australian Network on Disability (AND). AND assists private, public, and not-for-profit businesses to be inclusive of customers and employees with disability.

Suzanne has had 32 years’ experience advocating for inclusion of people with disability. She commenced her consultancy business in 2021 after stepping down as the founding CEO of the Australian Network on Disability (AND). AND assists private, public, and not-for-profit businesses to be inclusive of customers and employees with disability. Suzanne was a carer for her late husband, John Little, who was a wheelchair user. Suzanne has contributed to many Federal and State Governments advisory committees including the National People with Disability and Carer Council; the Australian Human Rights Commission Reference Group on Willing to Work: A National Inquiry into Employment Discrimination Against Older Australian and Australians with Disability; the NSW Disability Employment Advisory Committee (Advisory to NSW Public Service Commission); the Disability Employment Service Reference Group and the City of Sydney’s Inclusion (Disability) Advisory Panel. Suzanne was awarded an AM for her work on inclusion of people with disability in business. In 2013, she was inducted into Disability Employment Australia’s Hall of Fame and was included in the AFR/Westpac 100 Women of Influence. Suzanne is Patron of Achilles Running Club in Australia.

Richard Moore

Director

Richard Moore is an experienced Chair, Non-Executive Director and Senior Executive specialising in leadership and strategy, advocacy and stakeholder relationships, capacity building and organisational growth and development.

Richard Moore is an experienced Chair, Non-Executive Director and Senior Executive specialising in leadership and strategy, advocacy and stakeholder relationships, capacity building and organisational growth and development. He has a significant portfolio of governance experience that was developed alongside a successful career in executive management in Australia and overseas. Richard has strong experience on audit & risk, finance and quality & safety committees. During his 12 years at the helm of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, Queensland & Pacific Division, he advised in governance and strategy across numerous industry sectors and all organisational types. He has worked in private, not for profit and public sector organisations. His experience spans various industry sectors including oil & gas, health, and Not-For-Profit organisations.

Testimonials

Living My Way is my go-to because they always know the answer and if they don't know the answer, then they go and find out for me.

Andrew, Living My Way Member

Every piece of equipment that I rely on throughout my day Living My Way has played a hand in it. It doesn’t just make life easier, it makes it possible. Without them, I honestly don’t know how I’d be able to function.

Living My Way Member

Having Living My Way is like having someone that’s willing to run the extra mile just to get the right answer. The human side of it is special and that’s what makes Living My Way better than most.

Living My Way Member

The Plan Management team have always been very helpful when I’ve had questions about my sons funding and how it can be used and they’ve provided ample warning when funds were about to run out.

Living My Way Member

I do my own recruitment, rosters and day to day management, liaise with my staff and rostering them. I really enjoy doing this. At the end of the day, I am the person they answer to. It’s very important to me to have control and choice... My work day can change but I can control and negotiate changes as I manage my staff. I learned a lot of skill negotiating and dealing with people.

Living My Way Member

If there are any problems or anything I'm concerned about, I know I can pick up the phone and talk to someone in the office at Living My Way. They're all very helpful and have far more knowledge about the NDIS than I do.

Pauline, Living My Way Member

I know Living My Way take all their Members really seriously. You're not just a number or someone on a piece of paper, you're a person with their own needs and interests.

Frances, Living My Way Member

It's so simple. I just email and the invoices are paid – there is no fuss and I receive all the information I need to manage things from my end.

Ben, Living My Way Member

I know that Living My Way take all their Members really seriously. You’re not just a number or someone on a piece of paper, you’re a person with their own needs and interests.

Living My Way Member

Every piece of equipment that I rely on throughout my day Living My Way has played a hand in it. It doesn’t just make life easier, it makes it possible. Without them, I honestly don’t know how I’d be able to function.

Living My Way Member

I don’t think I will ever understand the NDIS without the help of Living My Way and I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending Living My Way to anyone looking to have their NDIS plan, Plan Managed.

Living My Way Member

I know that Living My Way take all their Members really seriously. You’re not just a number or someone on a piece of paper, you’re a person with their own needs and interests.

Living My Way Member

My Support Coordinator, has been wonderful. She is enthusiastic and passionate about helping me. When I have asked for help, she has acted quickly and diligently.

Living My Way Member

We find the staff very helpful and are very happy with the service we receive.

Living My Way Member

I am very happy with the communication from Living My Way. During Corona Virus restrictions, the OT has been checking up on me almost weekly and that means a lot. Living My Way take a lot of the stress off my husband and I by organising payments, etc. We are very thankful.

Living My Way Member

I have found this to be a very valuable service. My Occupational Therapist is a pleasure to work with and she is very helpful.

Living My Way Member

Very friendly staff and best service

Living My Way Member

Always recommend Living My Way

Living My Way Member

Staff are very courteous and helpful

Living My Way Member

Only just joined but happy so far. My Support Coordinator is lovely.

Living My Way Member

Very helpful and friendly staff

Living My Way Member

I have always found staff to be responsive and courteous at all times.

Living My Way Member

You do a fantastic job

Living My Way Member

Great support during COVID-19 The webinars were good Love the regular newsletter by email

Living My Way Member

Can’t fault Living My Way 🙂

Living My Way Member

I am very happy with the support Living My Way gives me

Living My Way Member

Staff are always friendly and helpful. Thankyou!

Living My Way Member

I’m really thankful to everyone at Living My Way. It’s got me the life I want to live.

Living My Way Member

I just wanted to say a HUGE well done to the team. You are all stars! 24 hours to process payment of our Invoices is an outstanding effort. I am currently dealing with 10 different Plan Managers and Living My Way surpasses them all in terms of payment time. Thanks so much for the great effort.

Living My Way Member

The Plan Management team have always been very helpful when I’ve had questions about my sons funding and how it can be used and they’ve provided ample warning when funds were about to run out

Living My Way Member

What I like best about Living My Way is they have taken stress from my life in managing my plan and invoices, and helping with anything I am concerned about or information I need about my plan and NDIS.

Living My Way Member

They got me the best wheelchair against all odds and the best NDIS again against all odds. I feel truly cared for.

Living My Way Member

I have achieved a full and wonderful life in every way and my disability hasn't once held me back. This would have been very different if I hadn't had the support of Self-Directed Living. It is my passion to enable others with disabilities to access the services that Living My Way offer.

Living My Way Member

I do my own recruitment, rosters and day to day management, liaise with my staff and rostering them. I really enjoy doing this. At the end of the day, I am the person they answer to. It's very important to me to have control and choice... My work day can change but I can control and negotiate changes as I manage my staff. I learned a lot of skill negotiating and dealing with people.

Living My Way Member

A truly wonderful Service Provider!!!

Living My Way Member

Thank you for your assistance during our NDIS journey past, present, future.

Living My Way Member

All staff are very polite, friendly and helpful. A good team!

Living My Way Member

Love the LMW team! Especially Gail who has always been there when I’ve needed something.

Dee, Living My Way Member

It’s the little things in my life that make the difference, the things other people might take for granted because they are able-bodied. Living My Way has given me the freedom and flexibility to enjoy those little things every day, with those I care about.

John, Living My Way Member

Our Team

Meet the Living My Way Management Team

Mark Turley

Frankie Poon

John Fawcett

Joanna Spencer

Brooke Anthony

Janine Lundie

The Executive Leadership Team

Mark Turley

John Fawcett

Brooke Anthony

Joanna Spencer

Frankie Poon

Janine Lundie

Meet the Board

Testimonials