Our Team

Joanne Jessop has been the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Multicap since 2006, and Group CEO since 2021. Jo has extensive senior management experience in non-profit and public sector health care, and in government services. She is a Director of Bric Housing and Ability First Australia, the Chair of Open Minds Australia Limited, and a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. Jo is passionate about providing high quality human services outcomes, and improved opportunities for vulnerable people, especially those living with disability.

Qualifications
MBA, GAICD

Simon Wright has over 25 years of dedicated service within the disability sector, Simon brings a wealth of experience and passion. Simon's journey in supporting people with disabilities began as an Occupational Therapist, where he honed his expertise in understanding and enhancing the lives of people with diverse needs. His career path led him through various leadership roles in prominent organisations within the disability service sector. Simon joined Multicap in June 2024.

Qualifications

BOT, MBA

Joining the Executive team in April 2020, Wendy Flavien brings a wealth of knowledge and experience, with a focus on organising and commissioning resources to address business priorities and meet or exceed customer expectations through design-led service development. Wendy has held executive positions across information and integration portfolios at several national aged care providers, as well as public health services.

Qualifications

BEd, MBA

Joining Multicap in 2018, Simon Wardale has 30 years’ experience working with people with intellectual disability and complex support needs. He has worked in frontline support, service management, practice/policy advisor roles and has been published in academic journals on disability matters. Simon’s passion is integrating contemporary practice into whole of organisation service models. In the past 10 years Simon has held the positions of Director of Practice Leadership at the Centre of Excellence for Behaviour Support, Director of Forensic Disability (independent statutory appointment), and national roles with other disability support providers.

Qualifications

BAppSc (Intellectual Disability) (Honours)

Peter Wall joined the Vertaview Group as Group Chief Financial Officer in December 2023, bringing extensive experience in financial leadership and operational excellence. As a meticulous, results-driven Senior Finance Professional with over 20 years of international experience, Peter excels in improving financial systems and significantly enhancing business performance and stability. Peter has previous service industry experience gained through working for a national childcare provider. Peter’s business acumen and ability to build networks and relationships with diverse stakeholders contributes to better outcomes.

Qualifications

BCom, BEcon, CA, MBA

Sue McDonald was appointed Multicap’s General Counsel and Company Secretary in May 2023. Sue brings over 20 years’ legal experience across a range of corporate, commercial, construction, litigation and corporate governance matters. Sue is adept at advising on legal risk, risk and compliance issues in complex operating environments and has a focus on practical and pragmatic solutions. Sue also brings over 17 years’ experience in various not-for-profit and charitable organisations, having held appointments in both a Chair and Director capacity. She has a passion for working with and helping children succeed and enjoys volunteering regularly.

Qualifications

LLB, BA, GAICD, MQLS, Prosci Certified Change Practitioner