National Board

Michelle is a considered and engaging facilitator and Organisational Psychologist who is solution focused and passionate about mental health and wellbeing in the workplace. She has significant experience consulting to organisations in the public, private and not-for-profit sectors. Michelle has been an active committee member since SIOPA’s foundation and would like to continue to advocate on behalf of I/O Psychologists at the Board level.

Dr Libby Brook is a leader in psychosocial safety and regulatory reform. With over 20 years’ experience, she has driven systemic change across industries, reshaping work health and safety regulator enforcement protocols and providing expert advice for landmark psychological health prosecutions. She has a passion for implementing people-centred processes and designing work to prevent workplace harm. She has invested a significant part of her career to advocating for organisational psychology as a profession, as well as teaching and researching psychological health and safety. As Vice President, Libby is keen to continue SIOPA’s work growing the I/O Psychology community.

Cati is an experienced organisational development consultant and career coach with a background in research and consulting. She has partnered with individuals and organisations across sectors to navigate complex workplace challenges and achieve meaningful, sustainable outcomes. Cati leverages evidence-based practices to support wellbeing, enhance individual capabilities, and foster positive workplace cultures. She is passionate about showcasing the value of our profession and championing its growth in Australia.
Stepping into the role of Secretary, Cati is eager to contribute further to the advancement of organisational psychology and its transformative impact on workplaces across the country.

Mahesh is an experienced organisational psychologist and management consultant with broad experience across sectors and domains. He is passionate about the role I/O psychology can play in creating sustainable workplaces that enable people and organisations to perform at their best. As Treasurer, Mahesh is keen to bring a considered approach to governance that supports SIOPA’s growth, strengthens member value and continues to elevate the impact of I/O psychology and psychologists across Australia.

Ali has been one of Australia’s loudest champions for gender diversity and mental health in the energy, construction and resources sectors. Ali brings a wealth of international experience delivering organisational development assignments creating people-focused business growth. Ali is passionate about developing sustainable solutions for the Industrial/Organisational (I/O) Psychology profession and maximising SIOPA’s national influence in industry.

Jon is an organisational development specialist who works with medium and large organisations to enhance organisational and people outcomes. He has managed improvement and change projects in Australia and overseas across a range of industries. He has a Masters in Organisational Psychology and is also a Certified Management Consultant and a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. Jon has over 25 years of experience as a practising Psychologist, including 18 years as a self-employed independent consultant. Jon’s focus in SIOPA is to engage and involve experienced members of the Industrial/Organisational (I/O) Psychology community to advance the profession and promote the profession amongst organisational leaders.

Justine is a strong advocate for creating and maintaining psychologically safe and healthy workplaces. Justine has significant experience in organisational development and people-centred strategies that improve organisational performance and employee well-being.  Justine has extensive experience on national and state committees for the Industrial/Organisational (I/O) Psychology profession and is a member of national working groups for improving workplace psychological health. Justine’s vision for SIOPA is to provide a community for I/O Psychologists and a strong advocacy voice that contributes to the growth and sustainability of the I/O Psychology profession in Australia.

Kaitlyn has extensive experience in organisational development, spanning culture and risk culture transformation, leadership development and coaching, and employee listening strategy across financial services and aviation sectors. Kaitlyn previously served as SIOPA’s CPD & Events Lead and is passionate about creating opportunities for I/O Psychology practitioners to learn, connect, and grow together. Joining the Board from Sydney, Kaitlyn’s goal is to shape SIOPA’s national strategy, strengthen the value proposition for members across Australia, and advance the profession’s voice and influence.